Franz Joseph Cross

This medal, the Franz Joseph Cross (Franz Joseph Kreuz) was issued to honor generals, other officers and military officials who had rendered personal service to Emperor Franz Joseph at the Military Chancellery from 1914 –1916. The cross was designated by Emperor Franz Joseph in March 1916, however, he died on November 21, 1916. The cross was executed by Emperor Karl, to reward the military personnel that had been working closely with Emperor Franz Joseph in the War Office during World War I. This is a reproduction made out of bronze that has been nickel and gold plated. The inserts are either cast in resin or hand made using steel. The backing is avaliable as the old style long pin or with military pins.