World War II
From 1 January to 15 May 1943, Holste commanded the 14th Panzergrenadier Division in the central sector on the Eastern Front.
From 28 February to 29 March 1945, Holste commanded the 4th Cavalry Division. The division fought in Hungary from February to March. When the division was forced back into Austria, Holste changed commands.
From 19 April to 8 May 1945, Holste commanded the XLI Panzer Corps in the area north of Berlin.
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