Günther Kempin

Günther Kempin (2 December 1920 – 12 August 1998) was a highly decorated Feldwebel in the Luftwaffe during World War II, and 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. During his career he was credited with flying 474 missions.

Awards and decorations

 * Aviator badge for Air Gunner and Flight Engineer (Fliegerschutzenabzeichen fur Bordschutzen und Bordmechaniker)
 * Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe in Gold
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Crimea Shield
 * German Cross in Gold (17 June 1943)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 17 April 1945 as Feldwebel and pilot and in the 14. / Kampfgeschwader 27 "Boelcke"