"Major Galland has distinguished himself as a Gruppe commander in a
Jagdgeschwader as a result of his exceptional aggressiveness. By now he
has shot down 14 enemy aircraft. Under his leadership the Gruppe
executed numerous successful ground attack attacks as well, which
included one mission where he eliminated 3 AA batteries." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross awarded on July 29, 1940.
"Awarded after 40 aerial victories." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves awarded on September 24, 1940.
"Awarded after 69 aerial victories." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords awarded on June 21, 1940.
"Awarded after 94 aerial victories." from his Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swards and Diamonds awarded on January 28, 1942.
A truly capable enemy elite,
Brian & Mel
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