Ewald Burian
Ewald Burian was a highly decorated Oberst 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
- Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918
- Iron Cross
- * 2nd Class
- * 1st Class
- Infantry Assault Badge
- Eastern Front Medal
- German Cross in Gold
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 4 October 1944 as Oberst and commander of Grenadier-Regiment 980