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 (aged 45)
near Stalingrad
Allegiance
German Empire
Weimar Republic
Nazi Germany
BranchArmy
Richard Lepper | |
|---|---|
| Born | 15 July 1897 |
| Died | 30 March 1943 (aged 45) near Stalingrad |
| Allegiance | |
| Branch | Army |
| Service years | 1914–1943 |
| Rank | Generalmajor |
| Commands | Artilleriekommandeur 6 |
| Conflicts | Battle of Stalingrad |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Awards and decorations
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 17 December 1942 as Oberst and commander of Artilleriekommandeur 6[1]