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Kuppinger, Ernst

Date of birth:
July 8th, 1914 (Neulußheim/Baden, Germany)
Date of death:
August 3rd, 1995 (Neulußheim/Baden-Württemberg, Germany)
Nationality:
German (1933-1945, Third Reich)

Biography

Promotions:
1936: Soldat;
1939: Leutnant der Reserve;
1942: Oberleutnant der Reserve;
1943: Hauptmann;
?: Oberst im Generalstab (Bundeswehr).

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
June 17th, 1940
Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
October 1st, 1941
Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Hauptmann (Captain)
Unit:
Führer, II. Bataillon, Grenadier-Regiment 352, 246. Volksgrenadier-Division, Heer
Awarded on:
December 24th, 1944
Awarded for distinguishing himself with his Bataillon at Setterich (west of Jülich). On the 16.11.1944 the whole Regiment fought well around the village. The next day saw further fierce fighting, with the village changing hands 6 times. However all Allied penetrations were sealed off, and Kuppinger would be recognized for his achievements in this battle.
Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Hauptmann (Captain)
Unit:
Kommandeur, Füsilier-Bataillon 246, 246. Volksgrenadier-Division, Heer
Awarded on:
April 5th, 1945
Ritterkreuz mit Eichenlaub
Awarded for his outstanding leadership of the Füsilier-Bataillon 246 starting on the 06.01.1945.

819th Award.

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