Karl Lorenz

Karl Lorenz (24 January 1904 – 3 October 1964) was a German general during World War II who commanded the Panzer Division Grossdeutschland. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves of Nazi Germany.

This article is about German Army Officer from World War II. For the German composer, see Karl Adolf Lorenz.
Karl Lorenz
Karl Lorenz (second from left) wearing an officer cap and an Oberst's uniform (Panzergrenadier-Division Grossdeutschland, South of Ukraine, January 1944).
Born(1904-01-24)24 January 1904
Hanau
Died3 October 1964(1964-10-03) (aged 60)
Bad Godesberg
Allegiance Nazi Germany
Service/branchArmy
RankGeneralmajor
Commands heldPanzer Division Grossdeutschland
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsKnight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves
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