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The Extraordinary Story of a World War II German Tanker

Otto Carius was born in Zweibrücken, Germany, on May 27, 1922. He joined the Wehrmacht in 1940, and was assigned to the 21st Panzer Regiment. In 1941, he was sent to the Eastern Front, where he fought in the Battle of Kursk. In 1943, he was promoted to commander of the 2nd Company of the 502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion. He was awarded the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves in 1944, and the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds in 1945.

Carius was one of the most successful tank commanders in World War II. He was credited with destroying over 150 enemy tanks. He was also known for his aggressive tactics and his ability to motivate his men. Carius was a highly decorated soldier, and he was considered a national hero in Germany.

They Called Me "King Tiger": My Struggle for the Land and Our Rights (Hispanic Civil Rights)

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After the war, Carius became a successful businessman and author. His book, Tigers in the Mud, is considered a classic of tank warfare literature. Carius died in Homburg, Germany, on January 24, 2015.

Carius's Early Life

Otto Carius was born in Zweibrücken, Germany, on May 27, 1922. His father was a doctor, and his mother was a nurse. Carius had two older sisters. He grew up in a middle-class family, and he attended the local grammar school.

Carius was a good student, and he was especially interested in history and science. He was also a talented athlete, and he enjoyed playing soccer and tennis. In 1939, Carius graduated from high school, and he began studying medicine at the University of Erlangen.

Carius's Military Career

In 1940, Carius joined the Wehrmacht. He was assigned to the 21st Panzer Regiment, and he was sent to the Eastern Front in 1941. Carius fought in the Battle of Kursk in 1943, and he was promoted to commander of the 2nd Company of the 502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion.

Carius was a highly successful tank commander. He was credited with destroying over 150 enemy tanks. He was also known for his aggressive tactics and his ability to motivate his men. Carius was a highly decorated soldier, and he was considered a national hero in Germany.

In 1945, Carius was captured by the Americans. He was held as a prisoner of war for three years, and he was released in 1948.

Carius's Post-War Career

After the war, Carius became a successful businessman. He founded a pharmaceutical company, and he became a wealthy man. Carius was also a talented author, and he wrote several books about his experiences in World War II. His most famous book, Tigers in the Mud, is considered a classic of tank warfare literature.

Carius died in Homburg, Germany, on January 24, 2015. He was 92 years old.

Legacy

Otto Carius was one of the most successful tank commanders in World War II. He was a highly decorated soldier, and he was considered a national hero in Germany. Carius's book, Tigers in the Mud, is considered a classic of tank warfare literature.

Carius's legacy is one of courage, determination, and leadership. He was a brave and skilled soldier, and he was a role model for his men. Carius's story is an inspiration to anyone who is interested in the history of World War II.

They Called Me "King Tiger": My Struggle for the Land and Our Rights (Hispanic Civil Rights)

by James Gracey

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