Friedrich Paulus
German general
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About Friedrich Paulus
Throughout the 1942 Battle of Stalingrad, Friedrich Paulus was named as the commander of the German military unit known as ‘6th Army’. He also fought in the First World War.
He was known for his anti-N*zi campaign and joined the National Committee for a Free Germany at a stage in his life.
Parents
- Ernst Alexander Paulus (father)
- Bertha Nettelbeck (mother)
Spouse
- Constance Elena Rosetti-Solescu (married in 1912)
Children
- Olga Von Kutzschenbach
- Ernst Alexander Paulus
- Friedrich Paulus
Education
He attended Marburg University where he read law.
Honors
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves
- Order of the Cross of Liberty (Finland)
- Cross for Merit in War
Trivia
His sons, Ernst and Friedrich, also served in the military.
Growing up, he applied to join the famous Imperial German Navy, but was unsuccessful.
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F.A.Q. about Friedrich Paulus
When is his birthday?
Friedrich Paulus' birthday is on September 23, 1890.
In how many days is his birthday?
Friedrich's birthday is in 145 days
How old was Friedrich when he died?
He was 66 years old.
When did he die?
He died in February 1, 1957.
How old would he be today?
Friedrich Paulus would be 133 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Friedrich from?
He was born in Breitenau, Hesse, Hesse-Nassau.