Sunday, June 1, 2025

Willi Schmückle and the Battle of Stettin


The start of Altdamm offensive operation near Stettin by the Soviets in 18 March 1945 were halted by intense German resistance. In this clip, we can also see Fahnenjunker-Oberfeldwebel Willi Schmückle (Zugführer in 6.Kompanie / II.Bataillon / Fahnenjunker-Regiment 1241 / Panzergrenadier-Division "Kurmark"), who received the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on 15 March 1945 for his tenacious defence in the Oder Front.





 


Source :
Die Deutsche Wochenschau No. 755 - 22 March 1945
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWxWY4rFhTg

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