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Grenadiers: The Story of Waffen SS General Kurt "Panzer" Meyer

Part of the Stackpole Military History series

Known for his bold and aggressive leadership, Kurt 'Panzer' Meyer was one of the most highly decorated German soldiers of World War II. Meyer saw intense combat across Europe. This work features his account, conveying the reality of war as well as the bravery of the young men he commanded.

Genre
war and military
Setting
world war IIgermany
Subject
historybiography
Audience
adult
Length
long · 436 pages

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