German decorations of the First World War were those medals, ribbons, and other decorations bestowed upon German soldiers, sailors, pilots and also for civilians, during the First World War. These special awards were awarded by both Imperial Germany and various German Kingdoms and other states and city-states of the Reich.

These medals and decorations were an important part of military culture in Germany during World War I, recognizing the valor, leadership, and service of those who participated in the conflict. Here are five WW1 German medals that served as symbols of honor and bravery:

We focus on medals, orders, badges and awards of the Imperial German Empire, during World War 1 and the Franco-Prussian War. One of the most iconic awards of the German Empire was the Iron Cross 1914. It features a W (King Wilhelm I of Prussia) to the center a crown to the top and is dated 1914.

This was Germany's first official service medal for soldiers of Imperial Germany who had taken part in the war, and where they had since died it was also awarded to their surviving next-of-kin. [1]

Medals could be awarded in gold, silver, or bronze and with swords in some classes. Some medals were awarded as both a pin back 1st class award, and a 2nd class medal on a ribbon. Orders and medals are shown in order of presidence.

Explore military medals and awards from Germany and Nazi Germany. Medals from The Great War, the Second World War, pre-WW1 period and post-WW2 period.

the bronze Württemberg Long Service Medal instituted by King Wilhelm of Württemberg in July 1913 for 15 years of service; the Cross of Honor for the Great War for Widows and Parents of the Fallen instituted by German President Hindenburg on July 13, 1934;

Karl-Friedrich Military Merit Medal Baden (Karl-Friedrich Verdienstmedaille des Militäri: 11: Karl-Friedrich Order of Military Merit Baden (Militärischer Karl-Friedrich-Verdienstorden) 12: Medal for Bravery Bavaria (Tapferkeitsmedaille) 13: Medal of the Military Order of St. Henry Saxony (Medaille des Militär St. Heinrich-Ordens) 14

The Iron Cross held significant symbolism for the German armed forces and other German military personnel, as well as the nation as a whole. It represented bravery, sacrifice, and loyalty to the Fatherland, serving as a powerful emblem of national pride and military prowess.

Mar 24, 2020 · Despite the lack of formal medals for wartime service, German veterans were sometimes seen wearing “unauthorized” campaign medals for Verdun, the Somme and other battles, created by the veterans’ associations in the interwar years.