Ostpreussen

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Civic heraldry of Germany - Deutsche Wappen (Gemeindewappen/Kreiswappen)
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OSTPREUSSEN (East Prussia)

Former province of the Kingdom of Prussia, at present in North Poland, Russia and Lithuania.

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Origin/meaning

The arms are the original arms of Prussia.

The supporters, crown and helmet are those used in all Prussian provinces and could be used at wish.

Literature : Schurdel, H.D. Flaggen und Wappen Deutschland. Battenberg, Augsburg 1995.