Kurt Knispel
1921–1945 (age 24)
Tank commander
Biography
Kurt Knispel was a German military officer who served as a tank commander during World War II. His military service reflected the complex and tragic history of the period, during which millions served in various capacities across Europe.
Knispel's life ended in 1945 as the war drew to a close, marking the conclusion of a military career defined by the turbulent events of the mid-20th century. He was laid to rest in Brno Central Cemetery, a final resting place shared by many whose lives were shaped by this era.