Wilhelm Rediess
Friedrich Wilhelm Rediess (German: Friedrich Wilhelm Otto Redieß; 10 October 1900 – 8 May 1945) was the SS and police leader during the German occupation of Norway during the Second World War. He was also the commander of all SS troops stationed in occupied Norway and assumed command from 22 June 1940 to his death by suicide.
Friedrich Wilhelm Rediess | |
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Rediess in 1941 | |
| Born | 10 October 1900 Heinsberg, Rhine Province, German Empire |
| Died | 8 May 1945 (aged 44) Oslo, Norway |
| Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
| Rank | SS-Obergruppenführer (Lieutenant General) |
| Unit | SS 1930 – 1945 |
| Commands held | SS and Police Leader, Norway |
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