Heinz Kokott

Heinz Kokott (14 November 1900 – 29 May 1976) was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.

Heinz Kokott
Born14 November 1900
Groß Strehlitz
Died29 May 1976(1976-05-29) (aged 75)
Traunstein
Allegiance German Empire
 Weimar Republic
 Nazi Germany
Service/branchArmy
RankGeneralmajor
Commands held26. Volksgrenadier-Division
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsKnight's Cross of the Iron Cross
RelationsHeinrich Himmler (brother in-law)

Kokott took part in the siege of Bastogne in December 1944.

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