Felix
Steiner – not only the most important single influence behind the
development of the dynamic tactical theories adopted by Waffen-SS, but
one of the most innovative field commanders of World War II. He believed
in the creation of highly mobile, well trained, elite troops, both
physically and mentally, to fight within the battlegroup and emphasized
teamwork rather than mindless obedience on the field of battle. Felix
Steiner created a capable formation from disparate elements, and he
commanded the Wiking Division competently through the many battles in
the east from 1941 until his promotion to command the III. (Germanic)
SS-Panzerkorps in April 1943. Felix Steiner was promoted to
SS-Obergruppenführer und General der Waffen-SS on July 1 1943. After the
surrender, he was incarcerated until 1948. Felix Steiner faced charges
at the Nürnberg Trials, but they were all dropped and he was released.
He dedicated the last decades of his life to writing his memoirs and
several books about the World War II. Felix Steiner died on May 12 1966.
Award among others: Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves
and Swords
Source :
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