Richard Lepper

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Richard Lepper (15 July 1897 – 30 March 1943) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Lepper surrendered to the Soviet troops after the fall of Stalingrad. He died in captivity on 30 March 1943.

Born15 July 1897
Died30 March 1943(1943-03-30) (aged 45)
BranchArmy
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Richard Lepper
Born15 July 1897
Died30 March 1943(1943-03-30) (aged 45)
Allegiance German Empire
Weimar Republic
Nazi Germany
BranchArmy
Service years1914–1943
RankGeneralmajor
CommandsArtilleriekommandeur 6
ConflictsBattle of Stalingrad
AwardsKnight's Cross of the Iron Cross
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