- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Oberleutnant (Flying Officer)
- Unit:
- Staffelführer, 2. Staffel, I. Gruppe, Kampfgeschwader 51 "Edelweiss", Luftwaffe
- Awarded on:
- April 3rd, 1943
Awarded in recognition of his achievements as a bomber pilot in 331 combat sorties over the Eastern front.
Awarded posthumously.