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The Iron Cross Second Class was awarded for a single act of bravery in the face of the enemy that were above and beyond the call of duty.
This particular Iron Cross was taken by the donor as a war souvenir.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Germany
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Physical Description
Iron Cross Second Class; black cross with a silver border; Obverse: embossed swastika in center; Reverse: embossed date "1939"; red, white and black striped silk ribbon.
Dimensions
3-D (Overall): 10.2 × 4.4 × 0.3cm (4 × 1 3/4 × 1/8 in.) Materials
Silk
Silver
Paint
Solder Inventory Number
A19751561000
Credit Line
Donated by M. Morgan Rawlins
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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