Josef Bader

Josef Bader (21 February 1911 – 2 July 1970) was a highly decorated Major 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
 * in Silver
 * Infantry Assault Badge
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 23 August 1943 as Hauptmann and commander of II. / Grenadier-Regiment 95