I've mentioned on another thread the German Ground Attack Pilot, Hans Ulrich Rudel, who had 519 Tanks destroyed to his name. He was shot down over Soviet Territory and against all odds made his way in Winter, bare foot, back to German lines. He lost his right foot in the process yet insisted on getting back into the cockpit at the earliest convenience. Justifiably recognised for his valour by his own side, he had been awarded every possible Gallantry decoration including Knights Cross with Swords, Oak Leaves and Diamonds, I believe they introduced Golden Oak Leaves just for him. It has been said that had he been British or American his exploits would have rivalled Bader and the like in the public domain. However, he was an unrepentant Nazi, not even one of the good ones!
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