Friedrich-August-Kreuz
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The Friedrich-August Cross was a German decoration of the First World War. It was set up on 24 September 1914 by Frederick Augustus II, Grand Duke of Oldenburg
, with two classes, for (to quote its citation) "all persons of military or civilian status, who have shown outstanding service during the war itself".
Frederick Augustus II, Grand Duke of Oldenburg
Frederick Augustus II was the last ruling grand duke of Oldenburg. He married Princess Elisabeth Anna of Prussia, daughter of Princess Maria Anna of Anhalt-Dessau and Prince Frederick Charles of Prussia...
, with two classes, for (to quote its citation) "all persons of military or civilian status, who have shown outstanding service during the war itself".