2 Iron Crosses

[pzrwest]

Not sure if this is the right section for this or not!!
Here is a pic from Davis's book showing a private with both the EKI and EKII. Since the EKII is in the button hole and he is wearing the EKI on the pocket I would assume that he was awarded both the EKII and the EKI at the same time. How often did that happen? It is required that the person be awarded the EKII before being eligible for the EKI. I would assume that this guy had showed exceptional bravery to be awarded both crosses at the same time. Comments welcome
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y18/pzrwest/Image1.jpg

[George Stimson]

I don't know how often it happened, but yes the fellow was awarded both EKs on the same day (And his smile shows it!) because one did have to hold the EK 2 before being awarded the First Class.

[IMPERIAL QUEST]

I recall seeing a picture of Hitler, flanked by newly decorated Fallschirmjager. One or two of the individuals wore the EKII (with medal) , EK I, and the Knights Cross-indicating that all three awards were bestowed at the same time.

[George Stimson]

Wow! I'll bet that they were really smiling!

[pzrwest]

2crosses

thank you

[IMPERIAL QUEST]

Wow! I'll bet that they were really smiling!

I know I would be.. I searched for the photo on the web, and found a thumbnail image, but the link to the full size image is dead...

[all1knew]

Pzrwest,

Very cool image and thank you for sharing.

William Kramer