The iron cross still rates as germanys most famous military insignia, but its role has been reduced to that of a black and white emblem on the. To get around the problem, he was awarded the knights cross and then awarded the other two retroactively. German 1914 star of the grand cross of the iron cross. Ferdinand wiedmann, with envelope, iron cross, second class, ek i 1939, made by j. The german iron cross in its various grades was awarded to all ranks of the wehrmacht, luftwaffe and kriegsmarine to recognize officers and men for acts of bravery, heroism and leadership. If you like a combat worn item that has been there and done it, i would go for 392, if you are looking for a nice example then i would spend the extra and get 917 which is a lovely cross. The 1st class iron cross was awarded to those who had received the 2nd class iron cross and preformed 35 acts of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. Old german medal iron cross on white background royalty free stock. Get the best deals on iron cross when you shop the largest online. The black cross schwarzes kreuz is the emblem used by the prussian army, and by the army of germany from 1871 to present. Download premium images you cant get anywhere else. The iron cross is a famous german military medal dating back to the 19th. Knights cross with golden oakleaves, swords, and diamonds 1944 ww ii. The iron cross employed during wwii is very similar to that used in wwi.
Albert goodwin collection 126 a gentlemans collection. Deutsches kreuz was instituted by adolf hitler on 28 september 1941. The iron cross 1939 was similar in shape to its predecessors, that is a maltese cross more accurately a formee cross, of course with the significant exception that the old crown, oak leaves and initials that were the heart of all previous imperial prussian crosses were replaced by a new set of features centered around the nazi swastika. It was first established in 18 during the napoleonic wars. The iron cross awarded during world war ii has a swastika in the center.
Swedish ironore mining during world war ii wikipedia. Cross of iron is probably the second best film made by sam peckinpah, rivalled only by the wild bunch. He was as antitank gunner with the 8th panzer division on the russian front, where he received the iron cross. This imperial 2nd class iron cross is double sided, having good silvering to the edges, and crisp serrations throughout. The german cross in gold ranked higher than the iron cross first class but. Iron cross recipients german soldiers in world war two. The iron cross is probably one of the best known military symbols and medals in the world. The iron cross is a cross symbol typically in black with a white or silver outline that originated after 1219 when the kingdom of jerusalem granted the teutonic order the right to combine the teutonic black cross placed above a silver cross of jerusalem. In many pictures of german soldiers in the war, a lot of people are wearing the iron cross. Use of the decoration was revived by william i for the francoprussian war of 1870, recreated in 1914 for world war i, and last revived by adolf hitler o. After world war ii, the medal was discontinued but neonazis and other white. Suspension ring with slightly convex ends and 800 fineness mark.
It could only be awarded after the iron cross second class and the iron cross first class. German iron cross stock photos download 369 royalty free photos. Download a sampling of the iron cross rule book here. For more information, see the recipient section of this article. Wwii iron cross second class 3 the iron cross 2nd class is composed of three sections where the third section is sandwhiched. Iron cross is a real timeturn based hybrid wargame placed in the france of ww2. Ww2 german waffenss military insignia with iron cross award.
Get the best deals on ww2 german iron cross when you shop the largest online selection at. Wwii iron cross second class 4 this is an iron cross 2nd class with manufacturer markings applied to the ring. Get the best deal for ww2 german iron cross from the largest online selection at. He brought home 2 salesmans samples sets, one in the 3 piece case and the other on the cardboard backing. Unfollow german iron cross to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. After world war ii, the medal was discontinued but neonazis and other white supremacists subsequently adopted it as a hate symbol and it. Iron cross, wwii wargaming, ww2 rules, 28mm ww2, 15mm ww2.
Like other officers involved in strategic strikes in belgium that day, witzig was recommended for the knights cross of the iron cross. Sad find in a german helmet big german ww2 dump hole relics cleaning. The major differences between the two periods are the dates displayed in the lower arm of the cross. This is from a wwii us army veterans souvenir box which was bought by a friend of mine in grosse pointe, michigan. Metal detecting a hoard again this time iron crosses live. Please contact us if you didnt find the thing you are looking for. Photo about ww2 german waffenss military insignia with iron cross award on black background. Wwii german iron cross first class the iron cross has long been held as a symbol for bravery in combat, the germans have been employing it as an award since the 1800s. It was used as the symbol of the military of germany, as well as a german. The center has wear and rubs to the arms, which you can see.
We specialize in third reich german nazi awards, medals and badges. Iron cross eisernes kreuz historical society of german. Nazi german ww2 kriegsmarine coast artillery marine kusten batterie officers full dress uniform tunic pocket ribbon bars button iron cross auxiliary cruiser wound badges etc. The 1957 replacement of the world war ii decorations consequently enabled. Both the allies and the third reich were keen on the control of the mining district in northernmost sweden, surrounding the mining towns of gallivare and kiruna. A bearded german grenadier of world war ii bearing the iron cross for outstanding military service. Ww2 german iron cross for sale in uk view 63 bargains. Ww2 iron cross third reich medals and badges treasure. German iron cross stock photos download 369 royalty free.
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The iron cross is a famous german military medal dating back to the 19th century. He was the first nongerman to be awarded the knights cross, the highest german. Just send us the photo to us,we will see what can we do for you. The obverse side depicts a prussian crown, over the raisedout letter w in the center, and below that, has the date 1914. Sep 27, 2011 ww2 german iron cross first class in presentation case ref. Download 369 german iron cross stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. Jun 18, 2019 the iron cross and killed at the russian front. It was designed on the occasion of the german campaign of 18, when friedrich wilhelm iii of prussia commissioned the iron cross as the first military decoration open to all ranks, including enlisted men.
The iron cross in its various classes was a standard medal awarded to all organizations of the wehrmacht, luftwaffe and kriegsmarine. Ww1 iron cross for sale in uk 16 used ww1 iron cross. The 2nd class of the iron cross measured 44mm in diameter and was held by a black, white and red ribbon representing the colors of the new reich. The major differences between the two periods are the dates displayed in the lower arm of the cross and the absecense of a swastika in the wwi type. Depending on your prowess youll be promoted or demoted with the consequential increase or decrease of units available to command. The military decoration called the iron cross which existed in the kingdom of prussia, and later in. Metal detecting a hoard again this time iron crosses. During the 1930s, the nazi regime in germany superimposed a swastika on the traditional medal, turning it into a nazi symbol. And the reason for that is because the battle scenes are all done with real actors and equipment. This example has been used in the reference book the iron cross of 1939 on page 121 where just the outer card case was used due to the fact the cross is an unmarked example and stating as such, it would be an unknown maker. Buy ww germany collection iron cross 2nd class award order, medal, souvenir, collection, lapel pins copy. Used, ww2 third reich german red cross armband this is a used ww2 third reich german red cross lined in burgundy velvet with a sculpted recess for the iron cross and the. Download 18716 iron cross stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. In the center of the iron cross is the swastika and date 1939 for the year the conflict started and on the back is the date 18 when the iron cross was first instituted.
German iron cross of the second class of the first world against the background of the directory ww2 german nazi iron cross film grain. Wwii german iron cross second class the iron cross is perhaps the most recognizable award of world war two. It is a war film shich follows a unit of german soldiers as they escape from the front line as the russians smash through their ranks. It was first introduced on march 10, 18 by king frederick william iii of prussia, who was then at war against the french under napolean. Iron cross stock photos download 18,716 royalty free photos. Taken with 35mm black and white film german world war 1 iron cross. Swedish iron ore was an important economic factor in the european theatre of world war ii. Lofoten krigsminnemuseum norway 2019 0223 whitebalance. Antique 1914 wwi iron for gold german iron cross ring. It was issued to soldiers in recognition for bravery. Cross of iron is the only war movie director sam peckinpah ever made, and it is a fantastic piece of cinema that will stay relevant for years to come. The dutch boy who received the german knights cross world war ii. Ss, army, luftwaffe, navy, political and civil, knights cross.
Here is the repro version of the german 1914 star of the grand cross of the iron cross. Feb 15, 2012 this feature is not available right now. Iron crosses iron cross eisernes kreuz 1939 by moritz hausch with issue bag, eisernes kreuz 1939, iron cross second classe. The iron cross employed during wwii is very similar to that used during wwi.
Characteristics common to iron cross 2nd and 1st class. I know it was a coveted award and much sought after and there was even a postwar book and movie about it cross of iron 1977. Iron cross, prussian military decoration instituted in 18 by frederick william iii for distinguished service in the prussian war of liberation. The iron cross is considered to be the prussian national symbol, dating back to the. Germany 19331945 47 the notable figures auction series.
Iron cross 1914 military medal for bravery ww1 2nd class prussia top medal repro. Additional forces for iron cross for north africa with lists for german, british and italian forces. Wwii iron cross second class 2 the second iron cross has a single suspension ring for the ribbon. German iron cross history and meaning of the iron cross. Despite the prestige of this medal, it was very widely awarded having about 6 million recipients throughout wartime. You create a character and then go at it in 1 one of 12 premade scenarios from either side.
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