German WWII Signed Photo of Knights Cross Winner Gerhard Fischer of 23rd Panzer-Division

German WWII Signed Photo of Knights Cross Winner Gerhard Fischer of 23rd Panzer-Division-Fischer is a highly decorated panzer man. Gerhard Fischer was a Oberleutnant Kompanie commander in the 23. Panzer-Division during the Division's defensive battles in late 1943. On the 14.11.1943 the Soviets launched a major attack against the Division near the town of Nowo Iwanowka located in Oblast Kursk, which is only 10km or so from the Ukraine border. With 60-70 tanks and strong infantry support. Fischer was the commander of the Panthers in the German counterattacking force, and he played a vital role in the battle. The German counterattack that day was a complete success, restoring the old defensive positions and destroying 31 tanks (plus another 4 immobilized), 12 AT guns and 31 AT rifles. 217 prisoners were also taken and over 700 Soviet dead confirmed. For his actions on this day Fischer was awarded the Knight's Cross. This signed photo measures 6 inches (15.24 cm) tall by 4 inches (10.06cm) wide. The photo is in very condition though there is some fading to the photo, just below the signature. Included with the photo is the letter from Gerhard dated 1987, and the original envelope. The typed letter also includes his signature.