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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 Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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