Kaiserreich Landwehr Dienstauszeichnung 2.Klasse 1913

In a very good condition a Landwehr service award 2nd class 1913

The new form of the Landwehr service award 2nd class in medal form was donated on July 4, 1913 by King and Kaiser Wilhelm II. This award replaced the service award from 1842, which had previously been awarded. The Landwehr service award was given to all officers, NCOs and soldiers who transferred from the Landwehr 2nd contingent to the Landsturm. In the case of special achievements or merits, the award could already be given by the Landwehr. After the 1st class foundation, the entry requirements were probably supplemented. Now calling up for active service of at least 3 months or participating in a campaign was considered a possible requirement for the Landwehr service award. Whether the 3 months of active service or the participation in a campaign had to be performed in addition to the mandatory service is controversial. For the transfer to the Landsturm there is a total service time of 12 years. These consist of 3 years of active service, 4 years in the reserve / leave of absence and 5 years in the Landwehr.

Round medal made of copper with a rim, on top a soldered eyelet with a ribbon ring.

Frontside: In the middle the Prussian royal crown, Treue Dienste Reserve Landwehr

Backside: Landwerhr Dienstauszeichnung II. Klasse

Ribbon: 30 mm wide blue.

Code: 52432