Georg Neuffer

Georg Neuffer (18 April 1895 – 11 May 1977) was a highly decorated Generalleutnant in the Luftwaffe during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Georg Neuffer was captured by British troops in May 1943 following the surrender of German troops in North Africa. He was held until October 1947.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1914)
 * 2nd Class (1 April 1916)
 * 1st Class (20 September 1918)
 * Wound Badge (1914)
 * in Black
 * Cross of Honor
 * Medalla de la Campaña de España
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Anti-Aircraft Flak Battle Badge (19 September 1942)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 1 August 1943 as Generalmajor and commander of 20. Flak-Division (mot.)
 * Mentioned in the Wehrmachtbericht (11 May 1943)
 * Ärmelband Afrika