Bernhard Klosterkemper (17 April 1897 – 19 July 1962) was a German general (Generalmajor) in the Wehrmacht during World War II and a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron CrossofNazi Germany. Klosterkemper surrendered to Allied troops in May 1945 and was released in 1947.
Bernhard Klosterkemper
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Born | 17 April 1897 Coesfeld |
Died | 19 July 1962(1962-07-19) (aged 65) Bremen |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 1916–45 |
Rank | Generalmajor |
Commands held |
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Battles/wars | World War I
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Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
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Preceded by Generalleutnant Wilhelm Falley |
Commander of 91. Luftlande-Infanterie-Division 6 June 1944 – 10 June 1944 |
Succeeded by Generalleutnant Eugen König |
Preceded by Generalleutnant Heinz Hellmich |
Commander of 243. Infanterie-Division 17 June 1944 – 12 September 1944 |
Succeeded by Unit disbanded |
Preceded by Generalleutnant Herbert Lemke |
Commander of Division Nr. 180 27 September 1944 – 1 October 1944 |
Succeeded by Generalleutnant Martin Gilbert |
Preceded by Generalleutnant Martin Gilbert |
Commander of 180. Infanterie-Division 2 November 1944 – 8 May 1945 |
Succeeded by None |