Hermann Balck
Georg Otto Hermann Balck (7 December 1893 – 29 November 1982) was a highly decorated officer of the German Army who served in both World War I and World War II, rising to the rank of General der Panzertruppe.
Hermann Balck | |
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Balck in 1943 | |
| Born | 7 December 1893 Danzig, German Empire |
| Died | 29 November 1982 (aged 88) Asperg, West Germany |
| Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
| Years of service | 1913–45 |
| Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
| Commands held | 11th Panzer Division Großdeutschland Division XIV Panzer Corps XXXXVIII Panzer Corps 4th Panzer Army Army Group G 6th Army |
| Battles/wars | World War I
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| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds |
| Relations | William Balck (father) |
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