Hasso von Manteuffel

ModernGeneralGermany1897 — 1978

Panzer general who fought in Tunisia and Eastern Front.

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Quick Facts

Born

1897

Died

1978

Country

Germany

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)65

Political (20%)75

Influence (20%)75

Legacy (20%)64

Leadership (15%)76

Strategy (15%)76

Total Score72.0

Hasso von Manteuffel — Complete Timeline

1943 AD

Battle of the Kasserine PassWar◆ Major

Manteuffel commanded a battle group in the German offensive at the Kasserine Pass in Tunisia. His forces advanced against inexperienced US troops, achieving a tactical victory before being halted by Allied reinforcements.

World War IINorth AfricaKasserine

Impact: regional

1944 AD

Command of 7th Panzer DivisionWar◆ Major

Manteuffel was appointed commander of the 7th Panzer Division on the Eastern Front. He led the division in defensive battles in Romania and Hungary, including the retreat through the Carpathian Mountains.

World War IIEastern FrontPanzer Division

Impact: regional

Command of 5th Panzer ArmyWar◆ Major

Manteuffel commanded the 5th Panzer Army during the Battle of the Bulge. His army led the main offensive in the Ardennes, achieving initial breakthroughs before being halted by Allied resistance and supply shortages.

World War IIWestern FrontArdennes

Impact: regional

1945 AD

Command of 3rd Panzer ArmyWar◆ Major

Manteuffel was appointed commander of the 3rd Panzer Army on the Eastern Front. He led the army in the defense of Pomerania and the Oder River line against the Soviet Vistula-Oder Offensive, eventually surrendering to British forces.

World War IIEastern FrontCommand

Impact: regional