Original German WWI Prussian Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 with 1st Class 1939 Spange - Marked KO U.S. Artillery Scotland and duty in the

Scotland and duty in the United Kingdom for "the duration" of World War II

the 222nd Infantry Regiment held a position covering a front of 7

their success was limited

14 small steel tabs link the liner to this support

18136424 (MIA / KIA) AR

Original German WWI Prussian Iron Cross 1st Class 1914 with 1st Class 1939 Spange - Marked KO U.S. Artillery Scotland and duty in theOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the Iron Cross (Eisernes Kreuz, abbreviated EK) was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded, with 5 million second class types issued.