WW1 era Original Prussian pin
Showing light wear and use
FWR" refers to Prussian military traditions and insignia, specifically a badge for officers' shabracks (hats). It's short for "Friedrich Wilhelm R", referring to Frederick William I, the Soldier King, of Prussia. Frederick William I (1640-1740), known as the "Soldier King," he transformed Prussia into a powerful military state. He doubled the army's size, increased the officer corps, and focused on military discipline and training.
The badge "FWR" for officers' shabracks was a symbol of Prussian military identity and tradition, referencing the "Soldier King" and his legacy.
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