In November 1943, Strachwitz left the "Großdeutschland" on grounds of ill-health, although tension between him and the division's commander Hörnlein is thought by many veterans to be the true reason for Strachwitz's departure.
In November 1943, Strachwitz left the "Großdeutschland" on grounds of ill-health, he had again been wounded in his left arm. Alternatively tension between him and the division's commander Hörnlein is thought by many veterans to be the true reason for Strachwitz's departure.