Walter Schlags-Koch (7 September 1898 – 17 October 1983) was a highly decorated Oberst of the Reserves in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross and its higher grade Oak Leaves was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. He was also awarded the very rare Close Combat Clasp in Gold one of only 631 awards.
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7 September 1898 Hildesheim, Germany
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Died |
17 October 1983 (aged 85)
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Zodiac | Virgo |
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