Allegiance Nazi Germany Battles/wars World War II Role Waffen SS Service/branch Waffen-SS | Years of service 1939–45 Waffen SS Name Hugo Ruf Battles and wars World War II Rank Oberscharfuhrer | |
Born 30 December 1920
Herten/Lorrach ( 1920-12-30 ) Awards Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross
Iron Cross 1st Class
Iron Cross 2nd Class
Panzer Badge in Silver Died May 2, 1945, Celle, Germany Unit 5th SS Panzer Division Wiking | ||
Hugo Ruf (30 December 1920 – 2 May 1945) was an Oberscharfuhrer in the Waffen SS during World War II who was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. This was awarded to recognize extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership by Nazi Germany during World War II.
Oberscharfuhrer Hugo Ruf was awarded the Knight's Cross on the 16 October 1944 as platoon commander in the 3rd Company, 5th SS Panzer Division Wiking.
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