Alois Obschil (21 November 1919 – 23 September 2000) was a highly decorated Obersturmbannführer in the Waffen SS during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross and was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. He was also awarded the very rare Close Combat Clasp in Gold one of only 631 awards.