Horst von Usedom
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.
Horst von Usedom | |
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| Born | 9 March 1906 |
| Died | 14 October 1970 (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 |
von Usedom surrendered to the Soviet forces in the Courland Pocket in May 1945. He was held prisoner in the Soviet Union until 1955.
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