Johann Bauer (soldier)

Johann "Hans" Bauer (15 December 1916 – 14 January 1974) was a highly decorated Feldwebel 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 (14 July 1940)
 * 1st Class (1 June 1942)
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * Infantry Assault Badge
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 27 June 1942 as Oberjäger and group leader in the 6. / Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 99