Richard Reimann

Richard Reimann (2 November 1892 – 28 October 1970) was a General der Flakartillerie in the Luftwaffe during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, awarded by the Germany military to recognize successful military leadership.

Born2 November 1892

Minden, German Empire

Died28 October 1970(1970-10-28) (aged 77)

Rottach-Egern, West Germany

Allegiance German Empire (to 1918)
Weimar Republic (to 1933)
Nazi Germany

BranchPrussian Army (1911–1918)
Reichsheer (1918–1933)
Army (1933–1935)
Luftwaffe (1935–1945)

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Richard Reimann
Born	2 November 1892 Minden, German Empire
Died	28 October 1970(1970-10-28) (aged 77) Rottach-Egern, West Germany
Allegiance	German Empire (to 1918) Weimar Republic (to 1933) Nazi Germany
Branch	Prussian Army (1911–1918) Reichsheer (1918–1933) Army (1933–1935) Luftwaffe (1935–1945)
Service years	1911–1945
Rank	General der Flakartillerie
Commands	18. Flak-Division I Flak Corps
Conflicts	World War I World War II
Awards	Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

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Reimann surrendered to the American forces on 8 May 1945 and was later handed over to Soviet forces. Convicted as a war criminal in the Soviet Union, he was held until 1955.