German Awards - 2nd Degree Landwehr Award. Class 1871

The 2nd class Landwehr award by military convention with Prussia on 8 June 1871, together with the service awards of non-commissioned officers and soldiers, was established by Grand Duke Ludwig III. The officers received the 1st Class Landwehr Award of Prussia. This award was received by all non-commissioned officers and soldiers who performed their duties in the reserve and landver and participated in at least one campaign. The service award was presented in the form of a buckle from 1871 to 1913. On July 30, 1913, the Grand Duke issued a decree transforming the buckle into the usual medal form at that time. Medals were awarded until 1918.

Rectangular buckle made of black painted iron sheet. In the center is a strip over which a ribbon is stretched. At the back is a metal plate with a horizontal pin.

Front side:

• On a red ribbon woven with white silk - L. - III. - for Ludwig III.
• To the left and right of each is a small Landwehr cross.
• The font and crosses above and below are framed by a dotted line.

Downside:

• The tape on the back is sewn up. In a horizontal position - a pin.