Germany. A War Merit Cross Second Class With Swords Auction on account of improved accuracy

on account of improved accuracy and speed

He was the first aviator to win the Pour le Merite

In 1958 a new regiment was created following the creation of the Federation of the West Indies with the establishment of three battalions

140 mm x 243 mm

Very scarce ribbons

Germany. A War Merit Cross Second Class With Swords Auction on account of improved accuracy(Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern). A Maltese cross in bronze; on loop for suspension (unmarked); with a correct replacement ribbon; the obverse with crossed swords between the arms of the cross and a circular raised border of oak leaves on the obverse with a raised mobile swastika in the center; the reverse with a circular raised border of oak leaves bearing the institution date 1939 in raised numbering; measuring 48. 16 mm (w) x 48. 28