Friedrich Hengstler

Friedrich Hengstler (11 July 1913 – 8 February 1998) was a highly decorated Oberleutnant 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
 * Infantry Assault Badge
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black
 * in Silver
 * Close Combat Clasp
 * in Bronze
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 12 September 1941 as Oberfeldwebel and platoon leader in the 3. / Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 98