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Wilhelm Behrens

German General and Knight's Cross recipient (1888-1968) · Germany · On the map · Died at 79

Wilhelm Behrens was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded several divisions. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. Behrens was discharged from active service in 1944; in 1946 he was arrested by Soviet authorities and interned until 1949.

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Awards

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross
German Cross in Gold

About this person

Country
Germany
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1888 to 1968 · aged 79