Hans Barthle

Hans Barthle (5 February 1914 – 27 April 1987) was a highly decorated Oberleutnant der Reserves 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.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black
 * Close Combat Clasp
 * in Bronze
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * Tank Destruction Badge for Individual Combatants
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 19 December 1943 as Oberleutnant der Reserves and Chef 7./Grenadier-Regiment 119