Franz Westhoven

Franz Westhoven (7 December 1894 – 9 October 1983) was a highly decorated Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded several panzer divisions. 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 (1914)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Cross of Honor
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class (17 June 1940)
 * 1st Class (30 July 1940)
 * Honour Roll Clasp of the Army (25 May 1942)
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * German Cross in Gold (9 July 1942)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 25 October 1943 as Generalleutnant and commander of 3. Panzer-Division