During World War II, 465 soldiers of the Waffen-SS were awarded the Knight's Cross. Nearly half of them fell in battle for Germany. These brave men would reject any glorification of their service, yet our national self-respect demands that we do not let their achievements fall into oblivion. This book showcases the soldiers and recounts their gripping, decisive actions for which they earned their high honor. It illustrates how they managed to overcome normal human inhibitions and, driven by a sense of duty and responsibility for their comrades, and not least out of love for their homeland, dared to risk everything. Through text and images, the personal details of these highly decorated men are significantly expanded with comprehensive information about their military careers and frontline engagements within their respective units, creating a very impressive picture of the life and death of the Knight's Cross holders in their sacrificial missions. It is not only a book of honor for the bravest but also a work of high historical and military scientific significance, representing a unique documentation of all former divisions of the Waffen-SS, unmatched in completeness, expression, and accuracy in this field.