Werner Ranck (25 October 1904 – 7 December 1989) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, awarded by for successful military leadership.
Werner Ranck | |
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Born | 25 October 1904 Hamburg |
Died | 7 December 1989 Hamburg | (aged 85)
Allegiance | Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 1924–45 |
Rank | Generalleutnant |
Commands held | 121st Infantry Division 218th Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | Courland Pocket |
Ranck surrendered to the Soviet forces in May 1945 in the Courland Pocket. Convicted as a war criminal in the Soviet Union, he was held until 1955.