Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs 1914/1918 Medal part The black velvet-like jacket has

The black velvet-like jacket has a tan fur trim

It came from an estate in Ohio and can be traced to a vacation the family took to Germany around 1937

color varies slightly

There is a little staining on the white side on the hood and neck area and there are a few small holes or wear in the hood

Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs 1914/1918 Medal part The black velvet-like jacket hasThe Honor Cross of the World War 1914 1918 (Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs 1914 1918), also commonly referred to as the Hindenburg Cross as it was established by Hindenburg in 1934. It commemorated the distinguished deeds of the German people during the WWI. This version, with swords, was for front line veterans. This was Germany's first official service medal for soldiers of Imperial Germany. Shortly after its issuance, the government declared the