Wilhelmskreuz (Württemberg)
The William Cross was on 13 September 1915 by King William II. Of Württemberg founded and could be awarded to all the men who, during the First World War , without having it participated directly in their official or voluntary activities notable contribution to the public welfare acquired had.
stages
The Wilhelmskreuz exists in three different versions
- Wilhelm's cross with swords and crown - for exceptional merits
- Wilhelm's cross with swords - for services in the war at home
- Wilhelmskreuz - for other merits
Appearance
The award is one of bronze -made Ruppert cross in the middle, surrounded by a laurel wreath , the initials of the founder can be seen. The year 1915 is written in the lower cross arm . On the back there is the two-line inscription WAR MERIT .
Carrying method
The Wilhelmskreuz with swords and crown is a plug-in cross , the other two levels were carried on a yellow ribbon with black stripes.
Known porters
see: Category: Carriers of the Württemberg Wilhelm Cross
literature
- Kurt-Gerhard Klietmann : For bravery and merit. Schild, Munich 1954.
- Jörg Nimmergut : German medals and decorations until 1945. Volume 4. Württemberg II - German Empire. Central Office for Scientific Order Studies , Munich 2001, ISBN 3-00-00-1396-2 .