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Hans Schmidt (general)

Hans Schmidt
Born (1895-03-14)14 March 1895
Died 28 November 1971(1971-11-28) (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.


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