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Context : Rudiger Hertel (26 August 1919 -- 27 August 1995) was a highly decorated Hauptmann in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Question : Which award was bestowed upon Rudiger Hertel?
Output:
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross