Curt von Jesser (4 November 1890 – 18 August 1950) was a highly decorated Generalmajor in the Wehrmacht 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 was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Curt von Jesser was captured by Allied troops in 1945 and was released in 1949.