Wilhelm Thomas

Wilhelm Thomas (8 October 1892 – 24 August 1976) was a highly decorated Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded several divisions. 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. Wilhelm Thomas was captured in June 1945 and was released in 1947.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1914)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Cross of Honor
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * German Cross in Gold (15 September 1943)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 13 October 1941 as Oberst and commander of Infanterie-Regiment 71