Ludwig von Schroder Biography and Timeline

Admiral

Appointed Commander of the German Navy along the Belgian coast

Admiral

Appointed Commander of the German Navy along the Belgian coast

Role range: 1914-1918

German Marine Units Assigned to Antwerp Sector

German naval infantry formations are assigned duties in the region around Antwerp, reinforcing troops responsible for containing the Belgian fortress and securing nearby lines of communication.

Role range: 1914-1918

Capture of Antwerp

Takes part in the German capture of Antwerp

Role range: 1914-1918

Marine Infantry Supports Antwerp Encirclement

German marine infantry contributes to operations in the Antwerp theatre as army formations narrow the remaining routes out of the fortress. Its role helps free other troops for offensive duties.

Role range: 1914-1918

Battle of Yser

Spends next 4 years guarding Belgian naval bases. Schroders marine forces are stopped at Yser

Role range: 1914-1918

Siege of Zeebrugge

Defeats the British Zeebrugge Raid

Role range: 1914-1918

Courtai Offensive

Driven east with the 4th Army during the Allied Courtai Offensive

Role range: 1914-1918

Fourth Army

Driven east with the 4th Army during the Allied Courtai Offensive

Role range: 1914-1918

Rebellion of Rebels in Kiel

Retires after orders to march against the Kiel Mutiny are countermanded

Role range: 1914-1918

Resignation of Ludwig von Schroder

Retires after orders to march against the Kiel Mutiny are countermanded

Role range: 1914-1918