In the kingdoms of Bavaria, Württemberg and Saxony, with the foundation of the imperial sign, royal signs were introduced that had a royal crown instead of the imperial crown as the upper end of the wreath. The imperial badge was established on January 27, 1895 by King and Emperor William II. introduced. The sign served as an incentive and encouragement for achievements in shooting. Imperial insignia were donated to infantry, hunters and riflemen and artillery. In 1903, another insignia was introduced for machine gun units. Every year in the corresponding army corps, the company or battery that was recognized as the best in terms of general indicators was awarded. The badge was worn on the right forearm of the uniform by the entire awarded crew. Over the years of the award, there have been several awards for the same troops. By 1902, numbers began to be placed under the badge already worn. Since October 31, 1902, on a ribbon entwined with an oak wreath, the figures for re-awarding began to be knocked out.
The badge was awarded annually from 1895 to 1913. In the Kingdom of Bavaria, the badge for infantry in 1902 was awarded to the following units: the 3rd company of the 10th König infantry regiment, the 2nd company of the 12th infantry regiment Prince Arnulf and the 8th company of the 23rd infantry regiment.
Royal insignia due to the few awards are less common than insignia with the imperial crown.
Standing oval badge in gilded brass. The middle of the sign is openwork. On the rear side 6 there are soldered cotter pins for attachment, which are inserted through the mating plate. The mark was superimposed on a felt backing sewn to the sleeve.
Front side:
Downside:
Obverse: Royal Infantry Badge 1902
Reverse: Royal Infantry Badge 1902
Awards of World War II