Heino von Rantzau
Heino von Rantzau (8 March 1894 – 2 November 1946) was a highly decorated Generalleutnant in the Luftwaffe during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Heino von Rantzau was captured by American troops in April 1945, and died in captivity on 2 November 1946.
Heino von Rantzau | |
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Born | 8 March 1894 Karlsruhe, German Empire |
Died | 2 November 1946 52) Allendorf, Allied-occupied Germany | (aged
Allegiance | German Empire (to 1918) Weimar Republic (to 1920) Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Prussian Army (1913–18) Reichsheer (1918–33) Army (1933–35) Luftwaffe (1935–45) |
Years of service | 1913–45 |
Rank | Generalleutnant |
Commands held | 2nd Flak Division III Flak Corps |
Battles/wars | World War I
World War II
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Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
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