Erich Schopper

Erich Schopper (2 July 1892 – 18 August 1978) was a highly decorated Generalleutnant 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 (1914)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Cross of Honor
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class
 * 1st Class
 * Eastern Front Medal
 * German Cross in Gold (26 December 1941)
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 30 April 1943 as Generalleutnant and commander of 81. Infanterie-Division