Wilhelm Söth

Wilhelm Söth (15 February 1903 – 6 July 1978) was a highly decorated Generalmajor in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded the 3. Panzer-Division. 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.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * General Assault Badge
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black
 * in Silver
 * German Cross in Gold (27 May 1942)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 28 November 1940 as Hauptmann and commander of the II./Artillerie-Regiment 56