Battle of Aachen
Despite the attempt to surrender the city, von Schwerin is ordered to counterattack against penetrating American forces southwest of Aachen, and he did so with elements of his panzergrenadier forces
Role range: 1939-1945
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Gerhard von Schwerin Biography and Timeline
Follow Gerhard von Schwerin through 2 dated historical records for Germany.
Gerhard von Schwerin, historical timeline
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1944
Battle of Aachen
The city of Aachen was defended by the 116th Panzer Division, under the command of General Gerhard von Schwerin
Role range: 1939-1945
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