What was Rudolf Hess' rank when he left the Imperial German Army?
General
Colonel
Leutnant der Reserve
Corporal
Answer
Rudolf Hess left the Imperial German Army in 1919 with the rank of Leutnant der Reserve. This was a reserve officer rank that was typically held by men who had served in the army for a short period of time. Hess had joined the army in 1914 and fought in World War I. He was wounded in action and received the Iron Cross for his bravery.
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