Conversation so far:
What is Sven Hedin's link to Nazi Germany?
Sven Hedin's conservative and pro-German views eventually translated into sympathy for the Third Reich.
Did Sven Hedin agree with Hitler's views?
Adolf Hitler had been an early admirer of Sven Hedin, who was impressed with Hitler's nationalism. He saw the German leader's rise to power as a revival of German fortunes.
Did Sven Hedin work with/for Hitler?
Sven Hedin supported the Nazis in his journalistic activities.
How old was Sven Hedin when he met Hitler?
Is there anything interesting about Sven Hedin in regards to Nazi Germany?
The Nazis attempted to achieve a close connection to Sven Hedin by bestowing awards upon him.
What kind of awards did the Nazis give Sven Hedin?
In 1938, they presented Sven Hedin with the City of Berlin's Badge of Honor. For his 75th birthday they awarded him the Order of the German Eagle.

Question: Did this sway his loyalties to the party?
Self-contained rewrite: Did the awards from Nazis sway Sven Hedin's loyalties to the Nazi party?