Friedrich Order

The Friedrich Order (German: Friedrichs-Orden or Friedrichsorden) was an order of merit of the German Kingdom of Württemberg. It was instituted on 1 January 1830 by the second king of Württemberg, Wilhelm I in remembrance of his father, King Friedrich I. In 1918, the end of the monarchy meant the abolition of the order.

Friedrich Order (Friedrichs-Orden)
Order Star
TypeMilitary order
Awarded forBravery and exceptionally meritorious deeds in combat
Presented byThe Kingdom of Württemberg
EligibilityWürttemberg military officers and officers of allied states
StatusObsolete
Established1 January 1830
First awarded1830
Last awarded1918
Ribbon of the order
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