Dietrich von Choltitz
Dietrich von Choltitz was a German general during World War II, best known for his role as the military governor of Paris in August 1944. He infamously disobeyed Adolf Hitler's orders to destroy the city before its liberation by Allied forces, ultimately surrendering to Free French forces. His decision to spare Paris from destruction has been both criticized and praised, making him a controversial figure in the history of the war.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Slovakia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,459,642 | 4,158 | $110,000 | 84$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,459,642 | 4,158 | $110,000 | 84$ |
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Dietrich von Choltitz was the commander of the German garrison in Paris who disobeyed Hitler's orders.
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