Maximilian von Weichs
German field marshal during WWII
Born
November 12th, 1881
143 years ago
Died
1954
71 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Born in 1881, a prominent field marshal in the German Army during World War II. Participated in significant military campaigns on the Eastern Front. Led troops during the Battle of Moscow and commanded the 12th Army during the Battle of Stalingrad. His leadership contributed to various strategic operations throughout the war, marking a notable military career until the conflict's conclusion.
Commanded the 12th Army during Stalingrad
Participated in the Battle of Moscow
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