Description: The German Duke of Braunschweig (Brunswick) established a War Merit Cross – Kriegsverdiestkreuz) in 1914. The medal was awarded to both officers and lower ranks for distinction in war.In 1918, the First Class version of the award was established. This was a bronze pin-back medal.The existing medal became the 2nd Class grade of the medal.Like the Prussian Iron Cross first class, the medal was awarded for bravery and was worn on the left breast pocket. This medal has a flat “bottle-shaped” pin so it must be mounted through loops.My attractive (vaulted) , well-detailed and fully functional replica has the letters EA - Ernst Augustus – in the center. On the horizontal arms of the cross is a spray of oak leaves. The top arm of the cross bears the Brunswick crown. The lower part of the cross has the date 1914. Soldiers in Braunschweig regiments were eligible to receive the award. Also eligible were members (like my grandfather) of the Prussian 78th Infantry Regiment "Duke Frederick Wilhelm of Braunschweig"
Price: 20 USD
Location: Burleson, Texas
End Time: 2024-08-27T18:29:35.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Region of Origin: Germany
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: China
Theme: Militaria
Original/Reproduction: Reproduction
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
