German Cross in Gold: Volume 2
“Das Reich”: Karl-Heinz Lorenz to Herbert Zimmermann
by Mark C. Yerger
This new volume examines the balance of SS recipients awarded the
German Cross in Gold for combats while assigned to the
2.SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich.” The detailed format follows
that previously established in “German Cross in Silver Holders of the
SS and Police” as well as the initial volume on Gold holders. Full
biographies include promotions, decorations, appointments, and posts
with in-depth tangent data. Especially significant are the combat
narratives that resulted in the award. Numerous holders of the
decoration contributed photos and documents for this lavishly
illustrated volume, essential for the historian and SS collector alike.
Appendixes examine the Order of Battle development of the armor
contingents, a new divisional Order of Battle to platoon level, and
element commanders. Finally, an addendum adds newly uncovered
details and illustrations to the previous volumes. With the continuing
support of Waffen-SS veterans, this series breaks new ground in scope
and detail. Foreword by Knight's Cross holder Ernst Barkmann.
432 pages
247 photos illustrations
deluxe binding
Price: $44.95
