Richard Reimann
Richard Reimann was a General [der Flakartillerie] in the Luftwaffe during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's [Cross of the Iron Cross], awarded by the Germany military to recognize successful military leadership.
Reimann surrendered to the American forces on 8 May 1945 and was later handed over to Soviet forces. Convicted as a war criminal in the Soviet Union, he was held until 1955.
Awards and decorations
- German Cross in Gold
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 3 April 1943 as Generalmajor and commander of 18th [Flak Division]