Medal ID for General on Horseback

[Brian S]

This picture was buried in some papers. I think it's without doubt a great shot of Lt. Gen. von Etzel. And, finally, I have a good shot of his medal bar.

Here's the overall shot with his troops marching off to the right.

[Brian S]

That was about full size for the photo. They must have used some great film in those days.

[Brian S]

I can maybe ID all but the third medal device.

1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class
Prussian Red Eagle Order 4th Class X
Prussian Crown Order 3rd Class X
Prussian XXV Years Service Cross
China Medal 1900-1901
1897 Centenary Medal

That's my guess but the device on the third
looks weird to me...

Now we wait and see if I've learned anything!

[Rick Research]

That's the Red Eagle Order 3rd Class with Bow on the statutory ribbon.

Here's a clearer view of a REO 3rd "bow tie" (very often NOT found on attributable ribbon bars-- I imagine that it would have pulled off in the field or rubbing under an overcoat)

[Brian S]

Ah, so THAT'S what he attached to a smaller lapel piece after the war! I think that mystery is solved. WAY TO GO RICK!

[Daniel Krause]

NIIICE pic,

but still no EK on it. the first 2 ribbons are the RAO and KO with swords. Note that he is wearing just Prussian / Imperial decorations; nothing other German or Foreign.

Best regards

Daniel

[Glenn2438]

Pre War

No iron cross because this photgraph is still prewar. Günther von Etzel is still shown as a Dragoon Oberst.

Regards
Glenn

[Brian S]

Thanks guys. I'm learning it!!! This Imperial forum is fun.