Franz Karl (general)

Franz Karl (1 January 1888 – 18 March 1964) was a German general during World War II who commanded several divisions. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.

Franz Karl
Born	1 January 1888 Glonn, German Empire
Died	18 March 1964(1964-03-18) (aged 76) Munich, West Germany
Allegiance	German Empire (to 1918) Weimar Republic (to 1933) Nazi Germany
Branch	Army (Wehrmacht)
Years of service	1907–1945
Rank	Generalleutnant
Commands	263. Infanterie-Division 182. Infanterie-Division
Battles / wars	World War I World War II Battle of Belgium Battle of France
Awards	Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

Awards and decorations

• Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 5 August 1940 as Generalleutnant and commander of 263. Infanterie-Division^[1]