Jürgen Brocke

Jürgen Brocke (4 February 1922 – 15 September 1942) was a German Luftwaffe ace and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Jürgen Brocke claimed 42 victories in 150 missions. He was shot down on 15 September 1942 and was posthumously awarded the Knight's Cross on 9 December 1942.

Awards

 * Ehrenpokal der Luftwaffe (13 September 1942)
 * Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe in Gold
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * German Cross in Gold (8 October 1942)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 9 December 1942 as Leutnant and pilot in the 4. / Jagdgeschwader 77