Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski (2 January 1899 – 19 September 1966) was an Olympic equestrian, winning a gold medal in the team dressage at the 1936 Olympics. He later served as a panzer general during World War II.
He won an Iron Cross in 1918 as a lieutenant during World War I. During World War II, in Poland in 1939 and then the Russian Front where he served with distinction, having several panzers shot out from under him and personally leading several ad hoc attacks. He was considered an excellent panzer commander, but had problems with higher authority as he was an excessive drinker. An Oberst commanding the 100th Panzer Division at Falaise, France; he was visited at 8.15 on 11 May 1944 by Rommel, who is satisfied with the forces' defensive preparations, but says to him – You're lazy stinkers, what happens if the enemy invasion begins before 8.30! Von Oppeln (who had gone to sleep in his now crumpled and tobacco-smelling uniform, and still has alcohol on his breath) could only reply Catastrophe and Rommel laughs. Von Oppeln led a panzer counter-attack on the invading forces immediately after the D-Day Invasion, and was told by his commanding officer that if he did not throw the British back into the sea, the war would be lost. The counter-attack subsequently failed. Some of his panzers managed to reach the coast, but were soon forced to withdraw. D Day was the major turning point of the war in the west, and as well as being there and leading the Whermachts last chance counter attack, he had also been present at the Eastern fronts turning point battle too. He led the doomed counter attack of 22nd Panzer division on 19th November 1942 against the Soviet attack that encircled Stalingrad. So he led both of the German attacks that failed, and sealed the fate of their respective campaigns.
He commanded the 20th Panzer Division and was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords.
He died of a heart attack in 1966.
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Some of their strengths
Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski has many admirable traits.
Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Generous, Loyal, Optimistic, Sophisticated, Passionate, Curious, and Ambitious.
Smart and Hardworking
According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski is someone who is a smart, hardworking, reliable, and loyal person, who is detail-oriented and orderly, but also generous and optimistic. A person who is charismatic and resourceful.
Constant and Serious
Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski well know them as someone who can be determined, unmoving, and firm, like a rock or a high mountain.
Optimistic and Frank
According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski as someone who is optimistic, principled, adventurous, and direct.
A person who isn't shy about expressing their opinions, loves competition, loves learning things themself, who is known for being inventive and original, and who loves being surrounded by friends and loved ones.
Intelligent and Leadership-oriented
Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski is someone who is able to see things that others don't, and who can be an effective guide or mentor to others.
They are also someone who is calm, comforting, and stable, and who loves stability and being a good friend and loyal partner.
Patient and Perseverent
According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski tends to be someone who is patient, faithful, hardworking and persistent, and who wants to achieve a lot in life. Who tends to be rather private when it comes to expressing feelings, enjoys being independent and self-sufficient, and who is not afraid of any obstacle.
Some of Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski's challenges
While Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.
For example, Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski can be Stubborn, Suspicious, Difficult, Perfectionist, Pushy, Restless, and Worrying.
Suspicious and Stubborn
One of Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski's key challenges is that they are someone who can be suspicious and stubborn.
Pushy and Restless
Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski is someone who can be arrogant and bossy, who can have difficulty concentrating and focusing, be unable to separate emotions from business decisions, and who can engage in excessive spending in support of an expensive lifestyle and habits.
Callous and Stubborn
Finally, Hermann von Oppeln-Bronikowski also can come across as cold and unemotional, be too dismissive of others' opinions, and be overly suspicious, selfish and crafty.
