Warmongering "Kriegshetze" ND
| Iron | 23.62 g | 50.5 mm |
| Location | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Years | 1914-1915 |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 23.62 g |
| Diameter | 50.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#406630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank.
Edge
Plain with inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C.POELLATH SCHROBENHAUSEN
Comment
Gies claimed during the censoring investigation that this medal was made to warn the Italians about the “German God of War” if they followed through with fighting the Austrians. His arguments were unconvincing and the medal was banned by the German High Command soon thereafter. It is likely that Gies created the medal to show the general war-mongering mood evident throughout Europe at the beginning of the war. It was also a subtle jab towards the bellicose German nationalists and state propaganda.
