Heinrich Eberbach
Heinrich Eberbach (24 November 1895 – 13 July 1992) was a German general during World War II who commanded the 5th Panzer Army during the Allied invasion of Normandy. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves of Nazi Germany.
Heinrich Eberbach | |
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Eberbach in 1941 | |
| Born | 24 November 1895 Stuttgart, Kingdom of Württemberg, German Empire |
| Died | 13 July 1992 (aged 96) Notzingen, Germany |
| Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
| Service/ | Army |
| Years of service | 1914–20 1935–45 |
| Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
| Commands held | 4th Panzer Division 5th Panzer Army 7th Army |
| Battles/wars | World War I
World War II |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves |
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