Wilhelm Keitel 1882 – 1946
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Wilhelm Keitel was born on September 22, 1882, in the small town of Helmscherode, Germany. Over the course of his life, he rose to prominence as a German field marshal, serving in positions of significant military authority. His career spanned decades of German history, during which he held leadership roles in the armed forces.
Keitel’s life came to an end on October 16, 1946, when he was executed by hanging in Nuremberg Court Prison. His death marked the conclusion of a tumultuous period in European history. Following his execution, he was laid to rest in Wenzbach, in Pullach, Germany, where his remains were interred.
