Hermann Eggers

Hermann Eggers (25 October 1914 – 2 April 2006) was a highly decorated Hauptmann in the Luftwaffe 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

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black or Silver
 * Anti-Aircraft Flak Battle Badge
 * Ground Assault Badge of the Luftwaffe
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * German Cross in Gold (19 January 1942)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 21 August 1942 as Hauptmann and chief of the 3./Flak-Regiment 64