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Which German military leader's armoured corps included units commanded by Kleist during the Battle of France?

  • Erwin Rommel

  • Walther Wenck

  • Robert Ritter von Greim

  • Heinz Guderian

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Heinz Guderian was a German general during World War II who is credited with developing the concept of the blitzkrieg. He commanded the XIX Panzer Corps during the Battle of France, which included units commanded by Kleist. The XIX Panzer Corps played a key role in the German victory, breaking through the French lines and helping to secure the victory.
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