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How did Günther von Kluge's command on the Eastern Front end in October 1943?

  • He was killed in action

  • He was captured

  • He was badly injured in a car accident

  • He was dismissed

Answer

Günther von Kluge's command on the Eastern Front ended in October 1943 when he was badly injured in a car accident. Kluge was driving in the dark when his car collided with another vehicle. He was taken to a hospital, where he underwent surgery for a broken pelvis and a concussion. He remained in the hospital for several weeks, and was unable to return to duty.
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