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Hans GollnickGerman officer
Date of Birth: 22.05.1892
Country:  Germany |
Content:
- Early Life and Military Career
- World War I
- Interwar Period
- World War II
- Eastern Front
- Army Group Center
- Battle of Courland
- Capture and Imprisonment
- Later Life
Early Life and Military Career
Hans-Valentin Hube was born in Naumburg, Germany in 1890. In March 1912, he enlisted as a cadet in the German army. By August 1913, he had become a lieutenant.
World War I
Hube fought on the front lines throughout World War I. He was severely wounded in 1914 and spent several months in hospital. After recovering, he returned to duty as a company commander. By the end of the war, Hube had been awarded the Iron Cross, Second and First Class.
Interwar Period
After the war, Hube continued his military service in the Reichswehr, the post-war German army. By the outbreak of World War II, he was a colonel commanding an infantry regiment.
World War II
Invasion of Poland and FranceHube participated in the invasion of Poland and the Battle of France. He was awarded additional Iron Crosses for his bravery during these campaigns.
Eastern Front
In October 1941, Hube was promoted to major general and sent to the Eastern Front. He commanded the 36th Motorized Division on the Moscow front. In November 1942, he was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Army Group Center
In 1943, Hube was promoted to lieutenant general and awarded the Oak Leaves to the Knight's Cross. He was appointed commander of the 46th Panzer Corps. In October 1943, he was promoted to general of infantry.
Battle of Courland
From March 1944 to April 1945, Hube commanded the 28th Army Corps in the Baltic region.
Capture and Imprisonment
In April 1945, Hube was taken prisoner by British forces. He was released in February 1946.
