Hans Schmidt | |
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Born | 14 March 1895 |
Died | 28 November 1971 | (aged 76)
Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
Service/branch | Army (Wehrmacht) |
Rank | Generalleutnant |
Commands held |
68. Infanterie-Division 275. Infanterie-Division |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Hans Schmidt (14 March 1895 – 28 November 1971) was a German general during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. He was also involved in protecting Pegasus Bridge but failed due to Operation Deadstick.