Gerd Von Rundstedt

Quick Facts

Full Name	Gerd Von Rundstedt
Occupation	War Hero
Date Of Birth	Dec 12, 1875(1875-12-12)
Age	149
Date Of Death	1953-02-24
Birthplace	Aschersleben
Country	Germany
Birth City	Saxony-Anhalt
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Gerd Von Rundstedt Biography

Gerd Von Rundstedt is one of the most popular and richest War Hero who was born on December 12, 1875 in Aschersleben, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. Field Marshal of the Imperial German Army who took part in both the Nazi invasion of France as well as the Russian campaign. His German forces were defeated during the Battle of Normandy.

While not as well-known than Nazi chief Though not as infamous as Nazi leader Adolf Eichmann, Von Rundstedt was likely guilty of Nazi war crimes; only his age and ill health prevented him from being tried., Von Rundstedt was likely to be guilty of Nazi war crimes, but his old age and poor health kept him from being tried.

He got married Luise “Bila” von Goetz in 1902 and welcomed their first child, Hans Gerd von Rundstedt in 1903.

Gerd Von Rundstedt Net Worth

Gerd Von Rundstedt is one of the richest War Hero from Germany. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Gerd Von Rundstedt 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

In World War I, he was in a variety of administrative and low-ranking post within the German Army.

Many of his friends German Army officers tried to get him involved in their secret plan to kill Hitler however, he was adamant.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Gerd Von Rundstedt height 5 ft 7 in Gerd weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Gerd Von Rundstedt Dating?

According to our records, Gerd Von Rundstedt married to Luise von Goetz. As of December 1, 2023, Gerd Von Rundstedt’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Gerd Ranked on the list of most popular War Hero. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Germany. Gerd Von Rundstedt celebrates birthday on December 12 of every year.

Top Facts about Gerd Von Rundstedt

1. Born in Aschersleben, Germany in 1875.
2. Served in both World Wars.
3. Commanded German forces during D-Day invasion.
4. Known for his defensive tactics and caution.
5. Captured by Allies in 1945 and released later that year.
6. Died of heart attack in Hanover, Germany in 1953.
7. Received numerous military honors and awards.
8. Considered one of the greatest German generals of WWII.
9. Led successful campaigns on Eastern Front early in war.
10. Criticized Hitler’s leadership decisions towards end of war.

What happened to Field Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt?

Though aware of the various plots to depose Hitler, Rundstedt neither supported nor reported them. After the war, he was charged with war crimes, but did not face trial due to his age and poor health. He was released in 1949, and died in 1953.

Did von Rundstedt speak English?

At the age of 12, he went to cadet school in Oranienstein. He already spoke English as his mother had employed an English nanny to take care of her children. Later, Von Rundstedt would even take the exam for French interpreter.

What German general said make peace you fools?

“Make peace you fools!” growled the old soldier into the telephone. It was 5:40 PM on July 1, 1944, in Paris, France. The man who spoke those words was Germany’s most senior, most respected, and highest ranking field commander – Field Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt.

Who was the highest ranking German general in ww2?

General Field Marshal Generalfeldmarschall
Equivalent ranks| Großadmiral

Who were the best German generals in ww2?

Erich von Manstein , original name Erich Von Lewinski, (born Nov. 24, 1887, Berlin, Ger. —died June 11, 1973, Irschenhausen, near Munich, W. Ger.), German field marshal who was perhaps the most talented German field commander in World War II.