Ulrich Diesing

Ulrich Diesing (12 March 1911 – 17 April 1945) was a German pilot in the Luftwaffe during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, an award for valor or superior leadership. On 17 April 1945, Ulrich Diesing was killed in an accident near Boizenburg, Germany. During his career he was credited with 15 aerial victories.

Summary of career Awards Spanish Cross in Gold with Swords Aviator badge Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe Iron Cross (1939) 2nd Class 1st Class Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 6 September 1942 as Major and Geschwaderkommodore of Zerstörergeschwader 1

Dates of rank Police 1 July 1933: Polizei-Unterwachtmeiser 15 October 1933: Polizei-Wachtmeister 1 January 1934: Polizei-Oberwachtmeister 1 December 1934: Polizei-Leutnant Wehrmacht 1 February 1935: Leutnant 1 October 1936: Oberleutnant 1 June 1939: Hauptmann 1 April 1942: Major 1 March 1943: Oberstleutnant 1 March 1944: Oberst 11 November 1944: Generalmajor