From the periods of 1871 and 1918, Germany did not recognize any national decorations. There were numerous decorations but these
were the decorations of the German Federal States, Prussia, bavaria, Saxony, badden, Hesse, etc. At this time, the Kaiser issued
one medal (The War Commemorative medal of 1870-71).
When Hitler came to power, he re-instated the statue over title, decorations and badges of honor in April 7th, 1933. This was the
first step in the installation of the insignia of the Third Reich.
This sextion of the website provides a pictorial guide to the badges and awards employed by the Third Reich
during WWII.
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