For Rick L.: early Ribbon bars in wear

[Glenn2438]

Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 25

And Hauptmann Clemens Sommer sometime before his 12 February 1874 promotion to Major and retirement.

Glenn

[Rick Research]

Ahhhhhh... now I wonder if these have an official authorization date, or just slid into existence by "common practice?"

The very early use of what could only have been used as ribbon bar devices is interesting too... since devices were often omitted entirely later.

I am sooooooo glad I picked 1897 as my "start" point for collecting!

[Daniel Krause]

Hi Glenn,

niiice early pics!!!

Rick,

until now I could not find any official date. It seems the wear of ribbon alone came in use short after the Napoleonic wars. I´ve seen at least 2 old paintings pre 1840 where Generals have worn a handful of neck crosses and just the RIBBONS of the medal bar awards.

Best regards

Daniel

[stogieman]

How about ole' Kaiser Bill?

Found this neat portrait of Der Kaiser himself wearing this nice, early-style ribbon bar! I'd like to get my hands on this one!

[David S]

Wilhelm II - the early years

[Daniel Krause]

Wilhelm II - the early years

Thats not W2, thats his son.

Best regards

Daniel

[David S]

Doh

Thanks Daniel