Wilhelm Büsing

Wilhelm Büsing (16 November 1901 – 16 April 1945) was a highly decorated Hauptmann der Reserves 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. Büsing died on 16 April 1945 near Tiberg.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class (24 March 1943)
 * 1st Class (28 November 1943)
 * Infantry Assault Badge
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * Close Combat Clasp
 * in Bronze
 * in Silver
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 28 February 1945 as Hauptmann der Reserves and commander of I. / Grenadier-Regiment 280