What military honor did Hess receive in 1915?
The Purple Heart
The Victoria Cross
The Iron Cross, 2nd Class
The Military Cross
Answer
During the First World War, Rudolf Hess served as a pilot in the German Air Force. In 1915, he was awarded the Iron Cross, 2nd Class, for his bravery in battle. The Iron Cross is a military decoration of Germany, awarded to members of the German Armed Forces for bravery or meritorious service. The Iron Cross, 2nd Class, is the second highest level of the Iron Cross.
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