Walther Graeßner
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Walther Graeßner (31 January 1891 – 16 July 1943) was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded the XII Army Corps. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Graeßner was wounded in mid-February and later died of his wounds on 16 July 1943.
Walther Graeßner | |
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| Born | 31 January 1891 |
| Died | 16 July 1943 (aged 52) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance |  Nazi Germany |
Branch | Army (Wehrmacht) |
Rank | General of the Infantry |
| Commands | 42nd Jäger Division 298. Infanterie-Division XII Army Corps |
Conflicts | World War II |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Awards and decorations
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 27 October 1941 as Generalleutnant and commander of 298. Infanterie-Division[1]
