Kurt Knispel
German tank commander during World War II (1921–1945)
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Summary
Kurt Knispel was born on September 20, 1921[1], in Salisov[2]. He died on April 28, 1945[3], in Vrbovec[4]. He worked as a military personnel[5], soldier[6], and Feldwebel[7]. He ranks in the top 0.69% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (7,888 views/month, #6,932 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Date of death: April 30, 1945[9]
- Place of burial: Brno Central Cemetery[10]
- Country of citizenship: Germany[11], Czechoslovakia[12]
- Native language: German[13]
- Ethnic group: Germans[14]
- Award received: German Cross in Gold[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Military branch: German Army[17]
- Commons category: Kurt Knispel[18]
- Military, police or special rank: Feldwebel[19]
- Participated in conflict: World War II[20]
- Family name: Knispel[21]
- Given name: Kurt[22]
- Significant event: wounded in action[23]
- Allegiance: Germany[24]
- Military casualty classification: died of wounds[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[26]
- Name in native language: Kurt Knispel[27]
- Start of work period: 1940[28]
Why It Matters
Kurt Knispel has Wikipedia articles in 20 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 15 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
FAQs
Where was Kurt Knispel born?
Kurt Knispel's place of birth was Salisov[2].
Where did Kurt Knispel die?
Kurt Knispel died in Vrbovec[4].
What did Kurt Knispel do for work?
Kurt Knispel worked as a military personnel[5], soldier[6], and Feldwebel[7].
What awards did Kurt Knispel receive?
Honors received include German Cross in Gold[15].