Walther von Seydlitz-Kurzbach
Walther Kurt von Seydlitz-Kurzbach was a German general during World War II who commanded the LI Army Corps during the Battle of Stalingrad. At the end of the battle, he gave his officers freedom of action and was relieved of command. He assisted... Wikipedia
Born: August 22, 1888, Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
Died: April 28, 1976 (age 87 years), Bremen, Germany
Place of burial: Cemetery Riensberg, Bremen, Germany
Commands held: 12th Infantry Division; LI Corps
Rank: General of the Artillery
Years of service: 1908–43