| Alfred Matern | |
|---|---|
| Born | 15 December 1910 Königsberg |
| Died | 26 March 1945 (aged 34) Insterburg |
| Allegiance | |
| Service/branch | Heer |
| Years of service | 1934–1945 |
| Rank | Oberfeldwebel |
| Unit | 22nd Füsilier Regiment |
| Battles/wars | |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves |
Alfred Matern (15 December 1910 – 26 March 1945 ) was an Oberfeldwebel in the Wehrmacht during World War II, and one of only 882 recipients of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross and its higher grade Oak Leaves was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership.
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