Hans Krebs (Wehrmacht general)

Hans Krebs was a German Army general of infantry who served during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knights Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, awarded by Nazi Germany to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership.

Krebs was born in Helmstedt. He volunteered for service in the Imperial German Army in 1914, was promoted to lieutenant in 1915, and to first lieutenant in 1925. Krebs spoke fluent Russian.

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