The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, to give it its full name, owes its origins to the Pour le Merite (Blue Max), an imperial award dating back to 1740. The Complete Knight's Cross is the only book to tell the story of all 7,364 men who were awarded it (including all the disputed awards). The book has over 200 photos of holders of the medal and over 100 photos of their graves. Volume One deals with 1939-41 (numbers 1-1267) and is subtitled The Years of Victory. Volume Two deals with 1942-43 (numbers 1268-3685) and is subtitled The Years of Stalemate. Volume Three deals with 1944-45 (numbers 3686-7364) and is subtitled The Years of Defeat. The recipients are listed in the order of the date of award. Each entry starts with the recipients rank and name, followed by details of the action or actions for witch they were awarded it. Other interesting facts and stories are also included for many of them. Finally their burial locations, where known are given. Any higher awards (Oak Leaves, Swords, Diamonds and the ultimate Golden award) are also covered.

About the Author
Kevin Brazier left school at 16 almost unable to read and write. He was diagnosed as being dyslexic at 18 and taught himself to read and write (still learning) by reading any books he could manage, in time moving onto harder books. His first book was published at the age of fifty. Brazier has given talks for the National Army Museum, the Metropolitan and Hertfordshire Police, the Royal British Legion, other small military clubs, societies, schools, and charity organisations.


Book Information
ISBN 9781781557839
Author Kevin Brazier
Format Hardback
Page Count 864
Imprint Fonthill Media Ltd
Publisher Fonthill Media Ltd
Weight(grams) 2112g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 73mm