Alfred Bruer
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Alfred Bruer (4 November 1897 – 12 February 1976) was an officer in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who briefly commanded the 21st Panzer Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Bruer surrendered to the Allied troops following the fall of Tunisia in 1943.
Born4 November 1897
Died12 February 1976 (aged 78)
Allegiance
German Empire
Weimar Republic
Nazi Germany
German Empire 
Weimar Republic 
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Alfred Bruer | |
|---|---|
| Born | 4 November 1897 |
| Died | 12 February 1976 (aged 78) |
| Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
| Branch | Army |
| Rank | Oberst |
| Commands | 21st Panzer Division |
| Conflicts | World War II |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Awards and decorations
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 30 July 1942 as Oberst and commander of Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 155[1]
