Iron Cross Question

[Stephan H.]

I'm trying to properly caption a photo and would greatly appreciate some help in identifying which type(s) of Iron Cross this soldier is wearing. The photo was taken in Janury 1945.

Thank you for the help. . .
Stephan

[Simon H]

Hello Stephan,

From what I can see in the photo this individual is wearing an EKII ribbon in his buttonhole, an EKI, Infantry Assault Badge and what appears to be either a Silver or Gold Wound Badge. There may also be another ribbon above the EKI but it's not clear in the photo.

Hope this helps.

[Stephan H.]

Simon - Thank you, it does. You confirmed my thoughts.

[Simon H]

First choice for the ribbon above the EKI would be the Ostmedaille. Perhaps you can alter the contrast of the picture if it was scanned to confirm?

[Stephan H.]

Simon - thanks for the interest. I'll see if I can adjust the contrast/sharpness. At the time the photo was taken this soldier was among three being awarded the Sniper Badge. . .just adding that extra info in case you think it might be related to the ribbon above the EKI.

Cheers,
Stephan

[Simon H]

As far as I know that sniper badge was only worn as a sleeve decoration. There wasn't a ribbon for it.