Baptist Knieß (17 April 1885 - 10 November 1956 ) was a German general during World War II who held several commands at division and corps level.

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Baptist Knieß

Born	17 April 1885
Died	10 November 1956(1956-11-10) (aged 71)
Allegiance	Nazi Germany
Service / branch	Army (Wehrmacht)
Rank	General of the Infantry
Commands	215th Infantry Division LXVI. Reservekorps LXXXV Army Corps
Battles / wars	World War II

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