Walter Assmann
German general (1896–1964)
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Walter Karl Friedrich Assmann (22 July 1896 – 1 May 1964) was a German general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who commanded the 101. Jäger Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Walter Assmann | |
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| Born | 22 July 1896 |
| Died | 1 May 1964 (aged 67) |
| Allegiance | |
| Branch | Army |
| Service years | 1914–1920 1934–1945 |
| Rank | Generalleutnant |
| Commands | 101st Jäger Division |
| Conflicts | World War II |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Awards and decorations
- German Cross in Gold on 25 April 1942 as Oberstleutnant in Infanterie-Regiment 478[1]
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 10 February 1945 as Generalmajor and commander of 101. Jäger-Division[2]
