Hindenburg Cross

The Hindenburg Cross is a German military honor awarded specifically to veterans of the World War I Imperial German Army. Established in 1925, it features a black iron or bronze metal cross with a central gold or silver emblem, often displaying the image of President Paul von Hindenburg. The award recognizes service during the war, with variations for combat veterans and non-combatants. It served as a symbol of national pride and military service after WWI, and though less known internationally, it holds historical significance as a marker of service during a pivotal period in German history.