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The Netherlands War Cross, sometimes referred to as the Dutch War Cross (Oorlogskruis), was instituted in 1944 by Queen Wilhelmina to recognise acts of bravery, leadership, and exceptional service in combat during the Second World War. It was awarded to both Dutch and Allied personnel who distinguished themselves during military operations against the Axis powers.
Awarded to members of the Netherlands Armed Forces and Allied forces for gallantry, meritorious leadership, or notable service in battle during the years 1940–1945. The award could be granted for a single act of bravery or for sustained distinguished service in the field.
The bronze cross pattée features a central medallion with the left-facing profile of Queen Wilhelmina, surrounded by a laurel wreath and the inscription KONINGIN WILHELMINA • GOD ZIJ MET ONS (“Queen Wilhelmina – God Be With Us”). The four arms of the cross bear the letter “W” for Wilhelmina.
The ribbon consists of a wide central orange stripe flanked by green stripes, representing the national colours of the Netherlands and symbolising courage, loyalty, and honour.
SPECIFICATIONS:Every replica medal can be supplied loose or mounted ready to wear. Here's how the options differ, so you can choose the right one.
The medals are fixed to a stiff backing board so they sit flat and stay in line while worn. It's the neatest presentation, and serving members of the Australian Defence Force are required to wear their medals court mounted.
Each medal hangs freely from its ribbon below a top bar. This was the usual style from the Boer War through to World War II, and there are no fixed rules about who can wear it.
Just the ribbons, mounted in order of precedence on a small bar. Ribbon bars are worn on uniform day to day, when full medals would be impractical.
The medal and ribbon come as separate parts, ready for you or your mounter to assemble. Full size medals come with 30cm of ribbon and miniatures with 15cm.
Miniatures are mounted the same way at a smaller scale. They're worn at evening and formal events, generally anything after 6pm such as dinners, where full size medals would be impractical.
Every style comes with a traditional pin or a magnetic fitting. Magnetic mounts hold firmly without putting holes in your jacket or uniform, and are easier to put on and take off, which helps anyone with limited dexterity.
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Ribbon is sold by the centimetre. Choose the length you need:
