World News; First 'iron crosses' awarded since World War II: German leader honors troops for Afghan bravery. Published: ; Jul. 06, 2009, 10:47 p.m.

Adolf Hitler presents Hanna Reitsch the Iron Cross Second Class for her service in the development of aircraft armament instruments. Corbis via Getty Images When German pilot Hanna Reitsch was ...

Plans to revive the Iron Cross for first time since World War II stir up debate. PASSAU, Germany, March 25, 2008 — -- An initiative by Germany's Secretary of Defense Franz Josef Jung to ...

ribbons, accessories, and even protocols for how and where they were be worn. The only recipient of the Grand Cross during WWII was Reichmarschall Hermann Goring in 1940.

The Cross of Honour for Bravery features a golden cross with an eagle in the centre, held on a black, red and gold ribbon with oak leaves. It is the Bundeswehr's first decoration for bravery since the ...