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Honour Cross for Frontline Combatants of the First World War (Ehrenkreuz für Frontkämpfer), a German decoration instituted on 13 July 1934 by President Paul von Hindenburg to recognize those who had participated in the First World War.
Three versions were established: frontline combatants, non-combatants and next of kin of those who died during the war. The combatant version was distinguished by two crossed swords, symbolizing direct participation in frontline service.
The insignia features a cross with flared arms measuring approximately 38 mm, with a bronze-coloured finish. At the centre is a circular laurel wreath enclosing the dates 1914-1918, accompanied by two crossed swords with their points facing upwards.
The reverse is plain and bears the maker’s marking “FL”.
Complete with its original black, white and red ribbon, representing the colours of Imperial Germany
