Hans-Martin Fritsche (24 June 1909 - 27 May 1993) received the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on 10 March 1942 as Hauptmann and Kommandeur II.Bataillon / Grenadier-Regiment 528 / 299.Infanterie-Division. While his Bataillon was positioned as flank protection for the Division near Stara Iwanowka (in the Liwny area), Hauptmann Fritsche managed to hold off the attack of two Soviet rifle regiments (who had broken into the sector of the right neighbour) for an entire day via repeated counterattacks. By this he prevented a hostile breakthrough, and would receive the Ritterkreuz for his actions.
Fritsche received the Eichenlaub #307 for his Ritterkreuz on 2 October 1943 as Major and Kommandeur I.Bataillon / Grenadier-Regiment 528 / 299.Infanterie-Division. The medal was awarded for his leadership achievements during the summer battles in the Orel area. He repeatedly managed to eliminate the penetrations of strong opposing forces with minor units of his own, always while leading from the frontline. His Divisional commander considered him a rock in the storm on account of his reliability and ability to salvage dangerous situations.
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