- 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.