Rudolf Cleve

Rudolf Cleve (22 July 1919 – 30 October 1997) 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. Rudolf Cleve was captured by British troops in May 1945 and was released in August 1945.

Awards and decorations

 * Sudetenland Medal
 * Iron Cross (1939)
 * 2nd Class (26 January 1942)
 * 1st Class (4 September 1942)
 * Wound Badge (1939)
 * in Black
 * Anti-Aircraft Flak Battle Badge
 * Ground Assault Badge of the Luftwaffe
 * Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 4 May 1944 as Hauptmann and Chef 3. / Flak-Regiment 4 (mot.)