Willi heinrich draws you in with his vivid characteriazation and settings, but keeps you turning pages with his pulseracing action scenes. A history, 193945 reprint by williamson, gordon isbn. List of knights cross of the iron cross recipients p. Silver frame and suspension ring, each with mark of fineness 800. Wwii german knights cross of the iron cross with oak leaves swords gift box. The knights cross of the iron cross ww2 german militaria. And its higher grades by dietrich maerz 2007, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay.
Published cased knights cross of the iron cross by juncker. The knights cross of the iron cross by dietrich maerz. Over the years the search for brotherhood, comraderie, loyalty and honor has led us many places and to many groups. Williamson 1987, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. An engineer by trade, the author utilizes two major aspects of his profession logic and attention to detail to present the reader with a valuable and almost infallible reference volume.
Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes, often just ritterkreuz was a level of the iron cross. We are a group of individuals from many walks of life. Paulus 6th army is an operational level simulation of the soviet encirclement operation named operation uranus and the german escape attempt from stalingrad from 19th november to 24th december, 1942. The award was also noted in the recipients soldbuch soldiers pay book, his. The art is presented on heavy paper, 20 inches wide by 16 inches higha standard size suitable to a wide selection of inexpensive frames available at any good craft. Author willi heinrich 19202005 served in the heavily mauled 101st jager division, and was himself wounded five times during the war. Knights cross and oakleaves recipients 193940 on apple books.
Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes and its variants were the highest award in the military and paramilitary forces of nazi germany. The information inside gives good details of the individual crosses as well as the history of the institution of each cross from 18 to 1957. This book, published in 1984, is one of the first to actually focus on a specific award. With the knights cross of the iron cross and its higher grades dietrich maerz takes military collection reference works to an entirely new level. Knights cross of the iron cross with oakleaves, swords and. Knights of the iron cross includes photos of the aces, their victory counts, and reproductions of their signatures. List of knights cross of the iron cross recipients f. The knights cross of the iron cross the grand cross of the iron cross the various grades of the knights cross of the iron cross specifically arediscussed within seperate entries due to the great importanceof each grade. With the knights cross of the iron cross and its higher grades dietrich maerztakes military collecting reference works to an entirely new level. My fall began, as many stories do, with a girl to cold faery prince ash, love was a weakness for mortals and fools. Cross of iron, first published in english in 1956 as the willing flesh, is a classic, realistic novel of a german army platoon trapped behind russian lines on the eastern front in world war ii. The iron cross a history by gordon williamson abebooks. Knights cross 1939 iron cross 1939 germany europe emedals.
The knights cross with oakleaves, swords and diamonds was the next higher grade of the knight scross above the knights cross with oakleaves and swords. The cross comes with its textbook original cardboard case in which the cross and its ribbon fit perfectly. The knights cross of the iron cross welcome to regimental books. I recommend gordon williamsons iron cross book as a companion. List of knights cross of the iron cross recipients wikipedia. Over 500 pictures in full color with diagrams and tables on 400 pages, will make this information filled book the standard for years to come. The knight s cross of the iron cross was the second highest military order of the third reich, second only to the grand cross of the iron cross. Of these, 411 presentations were formally made and evidence of the award is available in the german federal archives.
The knights cross of the iron cross or simply the knights cross ritterkreuz, and its variants. Knights cross of the iron cross by dietrich maerz brand new hardback book the book covers in depth all licensed makers of the knights cross, the oakleaves, the oakleaves with swords and the grandcross, as well as the makers of the diamonds and the golden diamonds. The knights cross of the iron cross by dietrich maerz alibris. The knights cross of the iron cross german language. Knights cross of the iron cross ritterkreuz des eisernes. Cross of iron sets the standard for wwii east front fiction. Knights cross of the iron cross high resolution stock. The knight s cross of the iron cross was awarded for a wide range of reasons and across all ranks, from a senior commander for skilled leadership of his troops in battle to a lowranking soldier for a single act. Knights cross of the iron cross with oak leaves, swords, and diamonds. The book covers in depth all licensed makers of the knights cross, the oakleaves, the oakleaves with swords and the grandcross, as well as the makers of the diamonds and the golden diamonds.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Although the knights cross of the iron cross was ranked second to the grand cross, the award was in fact the most coveted of all third reich germanys. Knights cross winners, or ritterkreurtrager, were feted as national heroes and details of their exploits featured in the national press and numerous propaganda magazines both at home and abroad. Knights cross of iron is a dual pack of two wargames designed by masahiro. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes, or simply the knight s cross ritterkreuz, and its variants, were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of nazi germany during world war ii the knight s cross was awarded for a wide range of reasons and across all ranks, from a senior commander for skilled leadership of his troops in battle. The knight s cross of the iron cross german language. During world war ii, 457 servicemen of the waffenss, including volunteers and conscripts from belgium, croatia, denmark, estonia, france, hungary, latvia, netherlands and norway, received the knight s cross of the iron. Ritterkreuzknights cross of the iron cross opininions.
Knights cross of the iron cross 1939, magnetic core, silver frame marked 800. As the war progressed some of the recipients distinguished themselves further and a higher grade, the oak leaves to knight s cross of the iron cross was instituted. It was first established in 18 during the napoleonic wars, it w. The cross is a textbook example featured on page 229 dietrich maerzs book. In 1939 a new grade in the iron cross series was introduced, the knights cross of the iron cross ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes. A must have for every serious collector of the order of the iron cross and a book that has become the book since its publication in november 2007. During world war ii, 457 servicemen of the waffenss, including volunteers and conscripts from belgium, croatia, denmark, estonia, france, hungary, latvia, netherlands and norway, received the knight s cross of the iron cross. A knight s cross, of the iron cross 1939 blackened iron core with rimhigh swastika.
Knight s cross of iron is a dual pack of two wargames designed by masahiro yamazaki. This award was unique since it had not been in existence prior to thattime. The knights cross of the iron cross 1939 was the highest award made by nazi germany to recognize extreme battlefield bravery or outstanding military leadership during world war ii. During world war i the pour le merite 3 or plm was the highestaward for valor. The knights cross of the iron cross or rk was instituted byadolf hitler at the outbreak of world war ii on september 1st, 1939 2. Scarce and unique juncker made knights cross or ritterkreuz in its original issue case. Our organization our organization our organization. It was awarded for a variety of reasons, from skilled leadership to a single act of extreme gallantry, and was bestowed across all ranks, grades, and branches of service. Packed with information on the knights cross as well as information on some of the recipients and the unique. The knights cross of the iron cross, in its various grades, was the highes.
Knights of the iron cross knights of the iron cross knights of the iron cross. Nowotny knights cross sparks discussion military trader. This book also includes an indepth discussion of the oak leaves, the swords, the golden diamonds, the grand cross and the elusive star to the grand cross. Nice survey of the of the knights cross and the variants.
Knights cross of the iron cross with oakleaves, swords. List of living knights cross of the iron cross recipients. Detailing his rise as an outsider in the military hierarchy to a hero and as the war progressedas a critic of the strategy dictated from above. The following is a list of living knight s cross of the iron cross recipients the knight s cross of the iron cross and its higher grades were based on four separate enactments. List of knights cross of the iron cross recipients of the. It was the highestaward presented to more than one person in the third reich, and it wasreserved for the most highly decorated and heroic figures in thegerman wehrmacht. Utilizing a multitude of original, awarded pieces, original documents and testimony, maerz distinguishes between original pieces and postwar reproductions and fakes, as well as the. Knights cross winners of the waffenss details some of the mostdecorated personalities. Utilizing a multitude of original, awarded pieces, original documents and testimony, maerz distinguishes between original pieces and postwar reproductions and fakes, as well as the differences and variations between each manufacturer. Knights cross of the iron cross world war ii wiki fandom. Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes and its variants were the highest awards in the military of the third reich during world war ii. A history, 193945 by williamson, gordon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
It was awarded for extreme battlefield bravery or military leadership during world war ii. The knights cross of the iron cross was awarded for a wide range of reasons. The number one reference and collector book for the knights cross and its higher grades. Knights cross of the iron cross book from mohawk arms inc. The knights cross of the iron cross limited edition b. Excellent book which is a great addition to my library of german military awards and badges, this book is a must for any iron cross collector. Knights cross iron cross german wwii collector guide.
Another excellent guide to recipients of the knights cross to the iron cross. The iron cross is probably one of the best known military symbols and medals in the world. Knights cross, however, presents an honest appraisal of one of the wars most publicized generals. Knights cross of the iron cross military wiki fandom. The knights cross with oak leaves, swords and diamonds is based on the enactment reichsgesetzblatt i s. Knight s cross 1939 knights cross of the iron cross 1939, item. Recipients are grouped by grades of the knight s cross. The knights cross of the iron cross by dietrich maerz and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes, often simply ritterkreuz was a grade of the 1939 version of the 18 created iron cross eisernes kreuz. I032 the knights cross of the iron cross by dietrich maerz. The knight s cross of the iron cross and its higher grades were based on four separate enactments. Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes and its variants were the highest award in the military of the third reich.
Jun 27, 2018 media in category knight s cross of the iron cross the following 51 files are in this category, out of 51 total. I am the last remaining son of mab, queen of the unseelie court. Within each grade the recipients are ordered chronologically. With the publication of his book on the knight cross, dietrich maerz has raised the bar and set a new high standard in reference books that will be very hard for. An engineer by trade, the author utilises two major aspects of his profession logic and attention to detail to present the reader with a valuable and almost infallible reference volume. Ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes and its variants were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of nazi germany during world war ii. Ultimately, it would be awarded to only twentyseven german soldiers, sailors and airmen, ranging from young fighter pilots to field marshals. The cross is unique as its the only known cross marked l. On the facing left hand pages there is a biography of the person shown and the story of the action for which the knights cross of the iron cross was awarded. I first read it maybe 25 years ago and have reread it twice since and i rarely reread a novel.
The bible for the serious collector and student of the knights cross, this book covers terminology, materials, the manufacturers and manufacturing processes. The knights cross and its additions in the form of oakleaves, oakleaves and swords, etc. The award was also noted in the recipients soldbuch soldiers pay book, his wehrpass military identification and personnel records. Customised neck ribbon made from sections of knight s cross as well as iron cross 2nd class ribbon. Lot 294 german third reich iron cross and halls fine art. In 1939 a new grade in the iron cross series was introduced, the knight s cross of the iron cross ritterkreuz des eisernen kreuzes. This book provides a representative selection of knights cross winners ritterkreuztrager from all branches of the german armed forces. Oberst karl arndt formal award document with folder to the knight s cross of the iron cross of 1939. Large, doublepaged parchment document with calligraphic text and national eagle dated 23 january 1942, the name of karl arndt rendered in handexecuted gold. Knights cross of the iron cross simple english wikipedia.
The knights cross of the iron cross reddick militaria. Special edition knights cross of iron six angles noble. The combination of reason with the most detailed graphics. Knights cross of the iron cross with oak leaves and swords. How to tell the difference between a ww1 german iron cross to a ww2 one.
With the knights cross of the iron cross and its higher grades dietrich maerz takes military collecting reference works to an entirely new level. The knights cross of the iron cross by dietrich maerz goodreads. The knight s cross of the iron cross and its variants were the highest award in the military and paramilitary forces of nazi germany. The knight s cross of the iron cross was awarded for a wide range of reasons and across all ranks, from a senior commander for skilled leadership of his troops in battle to a lowranking soldier for. List of knights cross of the iron cross recipients i. Knights cross winners of the waffen ss by marc rikmenspoel. The knights cross was larger than a iron cross 1st or 2nd class.
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