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Friedrich Köchling

German general and Knight's Cross recipient (1893–1970) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Friedrich Köchling (22 June 1893 – 6 June 1970) was a German general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who held commands at the division and corps levels. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.

Born(1893-06-22)22 June 1893
Died6 June 1970(1970-06-06) (aged 76)
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Friedrich Köchling
Born(1893-06-22)22 June 1893
Died6 June 1970(1970-06-06) (aged 76)
Military career
Allegiance German Empire
Weimar Republic
Nazi Germany
Branch
 Imperial German Army
 Reichsheer
 German Army
Service years
1912–1945
Rank
General der Infanterie
CommandsSudetendeutsches Freikorps (de facto)
254 Infanterie-Division
XLIV. Armeekorps
XLIX. Gebirgskorps
X. Armeekorps
LXXXI. Armeekorps
Conflicts
AwardsKnight's Cross of the Iron Cross
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