Horst von Usedom
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Horst von Usedom (9 March 1906 – 14 October 1970) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who commanded the 12th Panzer Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves.
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Horst von Usedom | |
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Born | (1906-03-09)9 March 1906 |
Died | 14 October 1970(1970-10-14) (aged 64) |
Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army (Wehrmacht) |
Rank | Generalmajor |
Commands held | 12 Panzer Division |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves |
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von Usedom surrendered to the Soviet forces in the Courland Pocket in May 1945. He was held prisoner in the Soviet Union until 1955.