Ewald von kleist biography
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ewald von Kleist |
| Date of Birth | 21 April 1891 |
| Place of Birth | Braunfels, German Empire |
| Date of Death | 16 September 1954 |
| Place of Death | Wuppertal, West Germany |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | German Empire / Germany |
| Education | Feldkirch Military Academy |
| Profession | Army Officer |
| Years of Activity | 1909-1945 |
| Brief Information | Ewald von Kleist was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He commanded several corps and armies on the Eastern Front and in the Balkans. Kleist was instrumental in several major offensives, including the invasion of Poland and the Battle of France. He was convicted of war crimes after the war and died in prison. |