Paul Behr

Paul Behr (9 May 1910 – 11 December 1990) was a highly decorated Hauptmann 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. Paul Behr was captured by American troops in April 1945 and was released in May 1945.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black
 * in Silver
 * in Gold
 * Infantry Assault Badge
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 28 March 1945 as Hauptmann der Reserves and chief of the 13./Füsilier-Regiment 39