Bruno Ritter von Hauenschild


Bruno Ritter von Hauenschild, born Bruno Hauenschild, was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II
Hauenschild served in World War I; at the beginning of World War II, he rejoined the army as an officer. From 15 April to 12 September 1942, Hauenschild commanded the 24th Panzer Division. On 26 January 1945 Hauenschild was given command of the III Military District headquartered in Berlin. Hauenschild commanded the III Military District until 15 March. He was relieved of command of the Berlin Defense Area on 6 March due to illness and was replaced by Lieutenant-General Helmuth Reymann.

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