- Time Period: World War II
- Institution: 1941
- Country: Denmark
The Schalburg Cross, or Schalburgkors in Danish, was a military decoration for members of the Danish Schalburg Corps during World War II.
Named after Christian Frederik von Schalburg, the cross was produced by Heimbürger in Copenhagen. Although many were made, there is only one confirmed instance of it being awarded, posthumously. Instituted possibly after 1943, the cross recognized service against the Danish resistance and on the Eastern Front.
The cross was meant to be worn on the left breast pocket. Some unissued crosses were found at the Schalburg Corps HQ after the German retreat in May 1945 and were kept as souvenirs. They were even distributed to the public during the liberation celebrations in Copenhagen. Only a few enamelled versions are known to exist today.
The Schalburg Cross Design
The cross came in two classes: one for officers and NCOs, and another for enlisted men. Both versions measured 50mm x 50mm and featured a central medallion.
The enlisted version was off-white with golden edges and had the inscription “Our Honor is Loyalty” along with golden oak leaves.
The officer’s version was enameled with the same design but more intricate, with gilded oak leaves and enameled red background.
