Marko Mesić
Croatian soldier (1901-1982) · Croatia · On the map · Died at 80
Marko Mesić was a decorated gunnery officer who served in the armies of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, the Independent State of Croatia, and the SFR Yugoslavia.
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About this person
He is best known for being the final commander of Croatian legionnaires in World War II, serving in the German Wehrmacht on the Eastern Front in the Battle of Stalingrad, and later joining the Yugoslav People's Army.
Country
Croatia
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1901 to 1982 · aged 80