Was Richard Sorge ever awarded any German honors?
No
Yes, the Iron Cross
Yes, the German Cross in Gold
Yes, he was declared a war hero
Answer
No, despite his significant espionage activities for Germany, Richard Sorge never received any German honors. It is believed that the German high command was unaware of the true extent of Sorge's contributions and the value of the intelligence he provided. Consequently, he was never officially recognized or decorated by the German government.
The Spy Who Fooled Hitler: The Richard Sorge Quiz
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