Erich Brandenberger (1892-1955). General der Panzertruppe in November 1943, he commanded 8. Panzer Division from February 20, 1941 to January 16, 1943. Awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves .
In late 1944 and early 1945, he led the 7th Army on the West Front during the German Ardennes Offensive.
