The War Merit Cross (German: Kriegsverdienstkreuz) was a military decoration of the Principality of Reuss. Established 23 May 1915 by Fürst Heinrich XXVII the Cross was presented to all ranks for distinguished conduct in combat.[1]
| War Merit Cross Kriegsverdienstkreuz | |
|---|---|
 Reuss War Merit Cross | |
| Type | Military decoration |
| Presented by | Principality of Reuss |
| Campaign(s) | World War I |
| Status | No longer awarded |
| Established | 23 May 1915 |
| Last awarded | 1918 |
References edit
- ^ "Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1915 (Steckkreuz)". Ehrenzeichen-orden.de. Retrieved 2013-07-30.