Richard Heidrich
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Richard Heidrich (27 July 1896 – 22 December 1947) was a German paratroop general during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords of Nazi Germany.
Not to be confused with Reinhard Heydrich.
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Richard Heidrich | |
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Born | (1896-07-27)27 July 1896 Lawalde |
Died | 22 December 1947(1947-12-22) (aged 51) Hamburg-Bergedorf |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Reichsheer Reichswehr Luftwaffe |
Years of service | 1914–45 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | 7th Air Division 1st Parachute Division 1st Parachute Corps |
Battles/wars | World War I
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Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords |
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Heidrich was taken prisoner on 3 May 1945 and released in July 1947. He died on 22 December 1947 in a care hospital in Hamburg-Bergedorf.