Heinz Wittchow von Brese-Winiary
Military Person
1914 – 1995
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Who was Heinz Wittchow von Brese-Winiary?
Heinz Wittchow von Brese-Winiary was a highly decorated Oberst in the Wehrmacht during World War II, and one of only 882 recipients of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross and its higher grade Oak Leaves was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Heinz Wittchow von Brese-Winiary was captured by Soviet troops in February 1945 and was held until 1953.
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