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
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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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