Ernst Sorge

Ernst Sorge (25 January 1912 – 21 May 1992) 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

 * Spanish Cross in Silver with Swords
 * Flugzeugführerabzeichen
 * Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe in Gold
 * Ehrenpokal der Luftwaffe (7 October 1941)
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * German Cross in Gold (7 February 1942)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 26 March 1944 as Hauptmann and pilot in the 1.(F)/Aufklärungs-Gruppe 124 (Kette Lappland)