The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross () and its variants were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded for a wide range of reasons and across all ranks, from a senior commander for skilled leadership of his troops in battle to a low-ranking soldier for a single act of extreme gallantry.
The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross () and its variants represented the most significant awards in the armed forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. These honors were granted for a broad spectrum of achievements, from superior leadership to single instances of exceptional bravery, across all ranks.