POST WW1 GERMAN WW1 SILESIAN EAGLE ORDER 1ST CLASS SERVICE BADGE

Description

German immediate post First World War Silesian Eagle Order 1st Class. The badge features a black enamelled eagle, with silver serrated feathers and features. The lower silver bar ‘FUR SCHLESIEN’ relates to the campaign against the Polish independence fighters in the region of Silesia, with the eagle’s chest sporting a silver crescent moon and cross. Vaulted type, with white frosting reverse and pin back with catch. Measures 31mm x 43mm and is in near mint condition. 

The award was created on 16 June 1919 by General Leutnant von Friedenburg, General commanding the German VI Army Corps and awarded for six months’ service in Silesia combating Polish nationalists.