Who is Bruno von Falk from Suite Franaise and what is their importance?

Bruno von Falk is a handsome, vibrant and talented German officer. He is able to rationalize the actions of his army because he believes in the "hive" theory, that everyone is an important cog in the wheel, whether it be the conquerors or the conquered. Bruno is somewhat idealistic in this respect, and he has a hardness that comes through when he is performing his duties as a soldier. He is, however, in all actuallity a gentle man and gifted musician. Unfortunately, he will never be able to develop his talents. Bruno is described as the ideal Nazi soldier—blonde, strong, clean, well-groomed and dressed, educated and kind, but dominant and fierce when required to be.