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Eitel Friederich von Hohenzollern

Prince Eitel-Friedrich von Preussen (1883-1942)
place of birth: Potsdam, Brandenburg

Major General who was Kaiser Wilhelm II's second child. His unspectacular military career included service as commander of the 1st Guards Regiment during mobilization. He then commanded the 1st Guards Infantry Brigade as a Colonel (1914-15) when he was awarded the Pour le Merite. From 1915 through most of 1918, he was commanded the 1st Guards Infantry Division. In October 1918, he lost his command, ostensibly due to health reasons, but it was in actuality politically motivated. Was vehemently anti-Nazi during post war years.

Commands
1. Guard Foot Regiment: Aug to Nov 1914
1. Guard Infantry Brigade: Nov 1914 - Apr 1915
1. Guard Infantry Division: Apr 1915 - Oct 1918

Pour le Merite: Apr 1915
highest rank: Generalmajor