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Kratzer, Wilhelm "Willi"

Date of birth:
January 24th, 1918
Nationality:
Austrian (1938-1945, Reichsgau)

Biography

Wilhelm Kratzer was born on Jauary 24th,1918 as son to Josef Kratzer. In 1937 he volunteered in the Austrian Bundesheer. He took part in the battles in Poland, Belgium, France and the Soviet Union.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Hauptmann (Captain)
Unit:
Kommandeur, II. Abteilung, Artillerie-Regiment 1712, 712. Infanterie-Division, Heer
Awarded on:
December 13th, 1944
Deutsches Kreuz in Gold

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