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WWI Iron Cross Second Class

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WWI Iron Cross Second Class
WWI Iron Cross Second Class. The Iron Cross was created in 1813 as a military award for bravery in combat to Prussian soldiers during the war against Napoleon. The Iron Cross would be awarded throughout several periods in German history with the war the medal was awarded being displayed on the front. This Iron Cross has the Crown, the W for Kaiser Wilhelm II, and the year 1914 on the front for the year WWI started. This Iron Cross Second Class has the ribbon to go with the medal. The black finish on the cross is slightly worn on the edges. Very good condition.