Hubertus-Maria Ritter von Heigl

Hubertus-Maria Ritter von Heigl (10 November 1897 – 24 January 1985) was a highly decorated Generalmajor 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. Hubertus-Maria Ritter von Heigl was captured by British forces in May 1945 and was held until 1947.

Awards and decorations

 * Iron Cross (1914)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Black Wound Badge (1914)
 * in Black
 * Knight's Cross of the Military Order of Max Joseph (21 September 1917)
 * Military Merit Order, 4th class with Swords and Crown (Bavaria)
 * Cross of Honor
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Crimea Shield
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on January 13, 1942 as Oberstleutnant and commander of Pionier-Bataillon 70 (motorisiert)
 * General Assault Badge (15 June 1942)