Hyazinth von Strachwitz

ModernGeneralGermany1893 — 1968

Panzer count, Silesian aristocrat, tank ace.

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Quick Facts

Born

1893

Died

1968

Country

Germany

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)65

Political (20%)62

Influence (20%)72

Legacy (20%)61

Leadership (15%)73

Strategy (15%)56

Total Score64.7

Hyazinth von Strachwitz — Complete Timeline

1943 AD

Command of the Panzer Regiment GrossdeutschlandWar◆ Major

Von Strachwitz commanded the panzer regiment of the Grossdeutschland Division during the Battle of Kursk. He led armored assaults that achieved local breakthroughs, but the offensive ultimately failed against Soviet defenses.

Battle of KurskArmored WarfareEastern Front

Impact: regional

1944 AD

Award of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and DiamondsPolitical Action◆ Major

Von Strachwitz was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds on April 15, 1944, one of the highest military decorations in Nazi Germany, for his leadership and personal bravery in tank battles.

AwardMilitary HonorRecognition

Impact: national