Dietrich Kraiß

German general during World War II

Dietrich Kraiß - German general during World War II
Born

November 16th, 1889
135 years ago

Died

1944
81 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

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Served as a general in the Wehrmacht during World War II, leading troops in various military campaigns. Participated in significant battles on the Eastern Front, particularly during the Siege of Leningrad. Held a key command position in the German Army and was involved in multiple strategic offensives.

Commanded troops in the Siege of Leningrad

Led divisions in the Eastern Front battles

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