Franz Schlieper

Franz Schlieper (22 August 1905 – 4 April 1974) was a highly decorated Generalmajor in the Wehrmacht 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. Franz Schlieper was captured by Soviet forces in May 1945 and was held until 1955. His older brother, Fritz Schlieper was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 27 December 1941 for his performance in commanding the 45. Infanterie-Division.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Infantry Assault Badge
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * German Cross in Gold on 10 January 1944 as Oberst in Grenadier-Regiment 94
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 21 September 1944 as Oberst and commander of Grenadier-Brigade 1132