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Leo Geyr von Schweppenburg

German general (1886-1974) · Germany · On the map · Died at 87

Leo Dietrich Franz Reichsfreiherr Geyr von Schweppenburg was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II, noted for his pioneering stance and expertise in the field of armoured warfare. He commanded the 5th Panzer Army during the Invasion of Normandy, and later served as Inspector General of Armoured Troops.

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Awards

Military Merit Cross III. Class
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross
Order of Military Merit (Württemberg)
Friedrich-August-Kreuz
Military Merit Cross
Clasp to the Iron Cross
Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918
Wehrmacht Long Service Award
Eastern Medal

About this person

After the war he was involved in the development of the newly built German Army (Bundeswehr).

Country
Germany
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1886 to 1974 · aged 87

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