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Rudolf BamlerGerman military leader, one of the founders of military counterintelligence
Date of Birth: 06.05.1896
Country:  Germany |
Content:
- Hans-Eduard Wolters: A German General and Intelligence Officer
- Officer in the Reichswehr and Abwehr
- Transfer to the Army and Command Positions
- Capture and Collaboration with the Soviets
- Repatriation to East Germany
Hans-Eduard Wolters: A German General and Intelligence Officer
Lieutenant in the German ArmyHans-Eduard Wolters was born in Osterburg, Germany. He enlisted in the German army as a cadet in the 59th Field Artillery Regiment. In 1914, he was commissioned as a lieutenant and served in World War I, receiving the Iron Cross for his valor.
Officer in the Reichswehr and Abwehr
After the war, Wolters remained in the army and became an officer on the General Staff. In 1938, he was appointed head of Department III of the Abwehr, responsible for military counterintelligence. He played a key role in the establishment and expansion of counterintelligence within the Wehrmacht.
Transfer to the Army and Command Positions
In 1939, Wolters was transferred to the artillery and became commander of the 74th Artillery Regiment. During World War II, he held various command positions, including Chief of Staff of the VII Military District and commanding officer of the 12th Infantry Division.
Capture and Collaboration with the Soviets
In 1944, Wolters' division was defeated in Belarus, and he was taken prisoner by the Soviet army. He actively cooperated with Soviet authorities and became involved in anti-fascist organizations among German prisoners of war.
Repatriation to East Germany
In 1950, Wolters was repatriated to East Germany, where he initially headed a police academy. He later served as head of a military technical college and joined the Ministry of State Security in 1959. He retired from active service in 1963.
