German Political and Civil Awards
German Political and Civil Awards

German Political and Civil Awards

After 1933, the Germany began issuing a variety of civilian decorations which could be bestowed upon any citizen of the Reich. Thus, some awards (such as Sports Badges) were bestowed on the Party members, members of the German military, and regular civilians. Many standard awards of the German state, such as military and civil service long service decorations and life-saving medals, were redesigned to incorporate the symbol, the swastika.

German military awards are by far the most commonly recognized. Military long service decorations, awards for participation in the Spanish Civil War and medals for the annexation of Austria and the Sudetenland were among early awards, but the greatest number began to be bestowed in 1939 after the start of World War II. Regulations of award issuance also permitted the simultaneous wear of military, civilian, and political decorations on any military or para-military uniform of Germany, allowing for a wide variety of combinations in manner of wear and awards displayed.

"The German Order"(German: Deutscher Orden) was the most important award that the N.S.D.A.P. Party could bestow on an individual for "duties of the highest order to the state and party" and designed by Benno von Arent. This award was first made by Adolf Hitler posthumously to Reichsminister Fritz Todt at his funeral in February 1942. A second posthumous award of the German Order was given to SS-Obergruppenführer Reinhard Heydrich at his funeral in June that year.

Cynics called the award the "dead hero order" as it was almost always awarded posthumously. The only two persons who received the German Order who survived the war were Konstantin Hierl and Arthur Axmann.

The German Order was originally to be awarded in three grades, but only the neck order (the highest grade) was ever awarded. This award ranks the second rarest award in the Third Reich (second only to the National Prize for Art and Science). The holders of this award were supposed to form a confraternity.

Adolf Hitler viewed this award as his personal decoration to be bestowed only upon those whose services to the state and party he deemed worthy. For this reason, plus the fact that the reverse of the medal bears a facsimile of his signature, it was also informally known as the 'Hitler Order'.

There were in all eleven confirmed recipients of this award between 1942 and 1945. According to some documents, the order was going to be bestowed on Reichsführer SS Heinrich Himmler and Grand Admiral Karl Dönitz for their wartime service, but Germany surrendered before they could be awarded.

Order of the German Eagle with Swords - AGED -

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"Orden vom Deutschen Adler."

With Ribbon.

"The German Order" with Oak and Swords. (Vers 2)

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"Deutscher Orden"

Marked: "München 9"
The German Order with Oak leaves and swords was designed by Benno von Arent.
The German Order took the form of a black enamel cross with gold eagles between the arms. The centerpiece was the "Golden Party Badge". The award was to be hung around the neck from distinctive ribbon identical to that of the "Blood Order".

The German Order Grand Cross 1942-45 in Silver

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"Deutscher Orden"

The German Order with Oak leaves and swords was designed by Benno von Arent.
The German Order took the form of a black enamel cross with gold eagles between the arms. The centerpiece was the "Golden Party Badge". The award was to be hung around the neck from distinctive ribbon identical to that of the "Blood Order".

"The German Order Grand Cross 1942-45"

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"Deutscher Orden"

Marked: "München 9"
The German Order with Oak leaves and swords was designed by Benno von Arent.
The German Order took the form of a black enamel cross with gold eagles between the arms. The centerpiece was the "Golden Party Badge". The award was to be hung around the neck from distinctive ribbon identical to that of the "Blood Order".

"The German Order" 1942-45. NEW PRICE!!

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"Deutscher Orden - Streckkreuz"
Wide Pin back Marked "1". Marked back: Deschler & Sohn - München.

N.S.D.A.P. Blood Order 1933.

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"Blutorden"

The order originally named Ehrenzeigen vom 9th November 1923, it was instituted in March 1934 and awarded to participants in the Munich "Putsch." It was renamed Blutorden and given as a Nazi party decoration for outstanding merit until 1942, some posthumously awarded.The reverse bears inscription UND IHR HABT DOCH GESIEGT. It was worn with a red, white and black ribbon on the right breast pocket.

N.S.D.A.P. A Gau Mecklenburg-Lübeck 10-Year Anniversary Badge

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"My Honour Is Called Loyalty" Medal

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"Meine Ehre heißt Treue"

Meine Führer - "Unverbrüchliche Treue" Medal

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 Meine Führer - "Unverbrüchliche Treue" Medal

"50 Years celebration of Adolf Hitler birthday" Medal

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20th Of April 1939 Adolf Hitler turned 50 years, this a celebration Medal of this Birthday.

Adolf Hitler 1940

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20th Of April 1939 Adolf Hitler turned 50 years, this a celebration Medal of this Birthday.

N.S.D.A.P. Golden Party Badge #1 Improved vers. -- NEW PRICE!--

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"Goldenes parteiabzeichen"
The Golden Party Badge was a special badge of the NSDAP. It was worn by the first 100,000 members of the Party. This superb badge has the initials "A.H." - "30.1.44" - "GES. GESCH" stamped on the reverse. (A.H.=Adolf Hitler) 30mm size for Uniforms. Great details!

N.S.D.A.P. Silver Party Badge. -- NEW PRICE!--

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"Parteiabzeichen"
This superb badge has the initials "A.H." - "30.1.44" - "GES. GESCH" stamped on the reverse. (A.H.=Adolf Hitler) 30mm size for Uniforms. Great details!

Third Reich Period 4th German Cross-Country Cruise Car Appliqué

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These sets are often sold as "original" on the free marked. Made so they look 80 years old.
Superb items!
Please do NOT re-sell as originals!
A third reich period 4. Reichsfahrt car applique for the 13th cruise starting in Berlin, hosted by the RFSI, in painted bronze with three drill holes for attachment to the car. Measuring 79 mm x 74 mm

Order of the German Eagle, Grand Cross Star with Swords in Gold.

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"Deutsche Adlerorder Mit Stern und Schwetern"

With wide pin.

Order of the German Eagle, Grand Cross Star with Swords in Silver 1937-39.

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"Deutsche Adlerorder Mit Stern und Schwetern"

With wide pin.

Order of the German Eagle, Grand Cross Star without Swords 1937-39.

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"Deutsche Adlerorder".

Order of the German Eagle with Swords 1937-39.

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"Orden vom Deutschen Adler."

With Ribbon.

Order of the German Eagle without Swords 1937-39.

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"Orden vom Deutschen Adler."

With Ribbon.

The Order of the German Eagle with Swords, pin back vers.

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"Orden vom Deutschen Adler."

Marked: "Munchen 9"
Eagle Order 2nd Class with Swords. Instituted on 1st May 1937 this high award was awarded to foreigners only as a mark of recognition and esteem by the German Government. The version offered is the 2nd Class with Swords which was issued to military personal of Italy and other allies of germany during WWII. Finished in white enamel in gilt. Complete with the correct pin. A very fine quality item.

The Order of the German Eagle, pin back vers.

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"Orden vom Deutsche Adler."

Marked: "Deschler & Sohn"
Eagle Order 2nd Class. Instituted on 1st May 1937 this high award was awarded to foreigners only as a mark of recognition and esteem by the German Government. The version offered is the 2nd Class which was issued to military personal of Italy and other allies of germany during WWII. Finished in white enamel in gilt. Complete with the correct pin. A very fine quality item.

The Order of the German Eagle, pin back vers. #2

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"Orden vom Deutsche Adler."

Marked: "Deschler & Sohn"
Eagle Order 2nd Class. Instituted on 1st May 1937 this high award was awarded to foreigners only as a mark of recognition and esteem by the German Government. The version offered is the 2nd Class which was issued to military personal of Italy and other allies of germany during WWII. Finished in white enamel in gilt. Complete with the correct pin. A very fine quality item.

German Social Welfare Decoration 2nd Class

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Ehrenzeichen für deutsche Volkspflege

A German Civil Award created by Adolf Hitler on 1 May 1939 for services in the social sector. The decoration was issued in three classes and was awarded for a wide variety of service, in the social sector, to the German state.

The German Social Welfare Decoration in Gold 3rd Cl.

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Ehrenzeichen für deutsche Volkspflege

A German Civil Award created by Adolf Hitler on 1 May 1939 for services in the social sector. The decoration was issued in three classes and was awarded for a wide variety of service, in the social sector, to the German state.

The German Social Welfare Decoration in Silver 3rd Cl

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Ehrenzeichen für deutsche Volkspflege

A German Civil Award created by Adolf Hitler on 1 May 1939 for services in the social sector. The decoration was issued in three classes and was awarded for a wide variety of service, in the social sector, to the German state.

Fire Brigade Cross 2nd Class

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German Fire brigade honor cross/Feuerwehr Ehrenzeichen 2. Stufe. With inscription: " Für verdienste im Feuerwehrlöschwesen".
"Aged Type" This is often sold as "original" on the free marked. Made so it looks 80 years old.

Olympiade 1936 Berlin Medal

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Olympic Games Commemorative Medal 1936.

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"Olympia-Erinnerungsmedaille"

German Olympic Games Decorations 1936.

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"Deutsches Olympiaehrenzeichen."
Marked: "Munchen 8"Superb copy of this rare decoration awarded to senoir nazis involved in the planning of the 1936 olympics. Famous recipients include Rene Reifenstahl and Himmler. Mulit piece construction with white enamel inlay throughout complete with a quality gold finish. Comes with breast ribbon. A great item for any collection with historical providence.

Kubelwagen Gautag Badge Ost-Hannover 1939 - AGED -

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"Aged Type"
This is often sold as "original" on the free marked.
Made so it looks old.
Superb item!
Please do NOT re-sell as originals!