The Carl Eduard War Cross (German: Carl-Eduard-Kriegskreuz) was a military decoration of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha presented during World War I. Established 19 July 1916, by Charles Edward, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, the cross recognized military merit and bravery in battle, without regard to rank. Awarded only 97 times, it is one of the rarest of World War I German military decorations. Recipients must have already been holders of the Iron Cross, 1st Class and been serving in the 6. Thüringischses Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 95.[1]
| Carl Edward War Cross Carl-Eduard-Kriegskreuz | |
|---|---|
 Carl Edward War Cross | |
| Type | Military decoration |
| Awarded for | Bravery and military merit |
| Presented by |  Saxe-Coburg and Gotha |
| Campaign(s) | World War I |
| Established | 19 July 1916 |
| Total | 97 |
Insignia
editThe Carl Eduard War Cross is in the shape of a Maltese cross, made of silver. On the obverse in the center medallion is the cypher CE surmounted by a ducal crown. The medallion is surrounded by a green enameled laurel wreath superimposed on the arms of the cross. The reverse of the medallion displays the coat of arms of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha surrounded by the words FIDELITER ET CONSTANTER.[1]
Notable recipients
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Saxe-Coburg-Gotha Carl Eduard War Cross | Australian War Memorial". Awm.gov.au. Retrieved 15 May 2013.