Fritz von Below
Fritz Theodor Carl von Below (23 September 1853 – 23 November 1918) was a Prussian general in the German Army during the First World War. He commanded troops during the Battle of the Somme, the Second Battle of the Aisne, and the German spring offensive in 1918.
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| Born | 23 September 1853 Danzig, Province of Prussia, Kingdom of Prussia |
| Died | 23 November 1918 (aged 65) Weimar, Free State of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, Weimar Republic |
| Allegiance | German Empire Kingdom of Prussia |
| Service/ | Imperial German Army Prussian Army |
| Years of service | 1873–1918 |
| Rank | General der Infanterie |
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| Awards | Pour le Mérite with Oakleaves |
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