Austria – Badge to the Gesellschaft vom Weißen Kreuz
kr 700.00
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Description
The badge belongs to the Gesellschaft vom Weißen Kreuz (Society of the White Cross), an Austro-Hungarian charitable organization active during World War I.
About the Gesellschaft vom Weißen Kreuz:
The organization was founded in Austria-Hungary and had a similar humanitarian role to the Red Cross.
Its main purpose was to support wounded soldiers, war invalids and their families.
They also assisted with medical and humanitarian efforts in Austro-Hungarian hospitals and in the field during World War I (1914–1918).
Badge meaning and design:
The white cross in the middle represents their medical and humanitarian mission.
The imperial crown above symbolizes the organization’s connection to the Austro-Hungarian monarchy.
The double-headed eagle and the gold-colored frame reflect the imperial insignia of Austria-Hungary.
Use:
The badge was worn by members and volunteers of the organization who worked with medical and humanitarian aid.
Some were civilians, while others were military personnel serving in the medical field.
Tombak silver-plated, gold-plated and partially enameled, original needle system.
