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Franz Griesbach

1892-12-21 – 1984-09-24

Portrait of Franz Griesbach
Franz Griesbach, last rank Major general. Portrait photography in uniform.Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Franz Friedrich Johann Griesbach (21 December 1892 – 24 September 1984) was a German officer, veteran of WWI, teacher from 1919 to 1939 and 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.

Occupation & Career

military personnel, major general, teacher

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918; Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 · Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q72793 — wikidata View source

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