"Awarded for his achievements during the fighting around Narvik." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross citation, awarded on 9 May 1940.
"General Dietl was the first man to be awarded the Oakleaves to the
Knight’s Cross for his valiant efforts in the Narvik area during the
time period 09.04.-08.06.1940." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves citation, awarded on 19 July 1940.
"Awarded for his outstanding leadership of the 20. Gebirgs-Armee." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords citation, awarded on 1 July 1944.
Another capable enemy elite,
Brian
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