Fritz Holzhäuer

Friedrich-Wilhelm "Fritz" Holzhäuer (8 July 1902 – 14 December 1982) 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. Friedrich-Wilhelm Holzhäuer was captured by British forces in May 1945 and was held until 1947.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black or Silver
 * Panzer Badge
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 6 August 1941 as Major and commander of the III./Panzer-Regiment 29