Leonard Mociulschi

Romanian General during World War II

Leonard Mociulschi - Romanian General during World War II
Born

March 27th, 1889
136 years ago

Died

1979
46 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Romania

Links & References

Served as a general in the Romanian Army during World War II. Participated in various military campaigns on the Eastern Front. Held significant command positions, influencing Romania's military strategy during the war. After the war, contributed to military reforms and modernization efforts in Romania.

Commanded Romanian forces in Operation Barbarossa

Authored military strategy documents

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