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Geisler, Hans

Publié le 22/02/2012

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Geisler, Hans (1891–1966) German Luftwaffe general Hans Geisler's military career began in the German Navy, which he entered on April 1, 1909. During World War I, he served mainly as an air observer in the naval aviation branch, transferring to the newly formed Luftwaffe on September 1, 1933. Geisler commanded X Fliegerkorps during the Invasion of Norway in 1940, the Luftwaffe element of the entire invasion. Air support was crucial to the success of German operations in Norway, and Lieutenant General Geisler was awarded the Knight's Cross for the part he played in the Norwegian Campaign. He continued to command X Fliegerkorps until August 23, 1942, then retired from active duty on October 31, 1942, with the rank of general der flieger (general of the air force).

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