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The Complete Knight's Cross - The Years of Stalemate 1942-1943 (Hardcover)
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The Complete Knight's Cross - The Years of Stalemate 1942-1943 (Hardcover)
Series: The Complete Knight's Cross, 2
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The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, to give it its full name,
owes its origins to the 'Pour le Merite' (Blue Max), an imperial
award dating back to 1740. The Complete Knight's Cross volumes tell
the story of all 7,364 men who were granted the award (including
all the disputed awards). The three volumes have over 200 photos of
holders of the medal and over 100 photos of their graves. Volume
One deals with 1939-41 (numbers 1-1267) and is subtitled 'The Years
of Victory'. Volume Two deals with 1942-43 (numbers 1268-3685) and
is subtitled 'The Years of Stalemate'. Volume Three deals with
1944-45 (numbers 3686-7364) and is subtitled 'The Years of Defeat'.
The recipients are listed in the order of the date of award. Each
entry starts with the recipient's rank and name, followed by
details of the action or actions for which they were granted the
award. Other interesting facts and stories are also included for
many of the awards. Burial locations, where known, are also given.
Any higher awards (Oak Leaves, Swords, Diamonds and the ultimate
Golden award) are also covered.
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