Wilhelm von Salisch

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Wilhelm von Salisch
Born (1913-11-05)5 November 1913
Chorin, Germany
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Balga, East Prussia
Allegiance  Nazi Germany
Service/branch Heer
Years of service 1936–45
Rank Oberst
Commands held Jäger-Regiment 49
Battles/wars World War II
Awards Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves

Wilhelm von Salisch (5 November 1913 – 18 March 1945) was a highly decorated Oberst 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.

Awards and decorations

Wehrmachtbericht reference

The daily Wehrmachtbericht (Wehrmacht propaganda report) noted the following:

Date Original German Wehrmachtbericht wording Direct English translation
22 September 1944 Am unteren Narew haben sich das Jägerregiment 49 unter Führung von Oberstleutnant von Salisch, und die Sturmgeschützbrigade 259 unter Führung von Major Tolckmitt in Angriff und Abwehr hervorragend geschlagen.[5] At the lower Narew, the 49th Infantry Regiment under the command of Lieutenant Colonel von Salisch, and the 259th Assault Gun Brigade under the leadership of Major Tolckmitt have fought magnificently in attack and defense.

References

Citations

  1. 1.0 1.1 Thomas 1998, p. 237.
  2. Patzwall & Scherzer 2001, p. 394.
  3. Fellgiebel 2000, p. 300.
  4. Fellgiebel 2000, p. 72.
  5. Die Wehrmachtberichte 1939–1945 Band 3, p. 255.

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