Siegfried Handloser
German general and physician
Born
March 25th, 1895
130 years ago
Died
July 3rd, 1954
71 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Served as a general in the German Army during World War II. Handloser held the position of Chief of the Medical Service and contributed to military medical practices. He was involved in the management of medical logistics and personnel during the war, playing a significant role in ensuring the medical care for troops. Post-war, he continued his involvement in military medicine.
Served as Chief of the Medical Service during World War II
Oversaw medical logistics for the German Army
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