Hans Schmidt | |
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Born | Bayreuth | 14 March 1895
Died | 28 November 1971 Weiden in der Oberpfalz | (aged 76)
Allegiance | German Empire (to 1918) Weimar Republic (to 1933) Nazi Germany |
Service | Army (Wehrmacht) |
Years of service | 1914–45 |
Rank | Generalleutnant |
Commands | 68. Infanterie-Division 275. Infanterie-Division |
Battles / wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Hans Schmidt (14 March 1895 – 28 November 1971) was a German general during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. He was also involved in protecting Pegasus Bridge, but failed as they were captured.