Hans Kroh

Hans Kroh (13 May 1907 – 18 July 1967) was a German paratroop general in the Wehrmacht and Bundeswehr and a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords of Nazi Germany.

Kroh started his military career in 1935; he transferred to the Luftwaffe in 1936.

In Africa, Kroh served in the Ramcke Parachute Brigade.

Kroh commanded the 2nd Parachute Division in the Battle for Brest; he was taken prisoner on 18 September 1944.

Kroh was released from custody in 1948 and joined the Bundeswehr in 1956 as Oberst.