and the German Cross in Gold (4 July 1944)
He left for the French theatre on August 1
was a matter of deep regret to the 14th Battalion
very fine and unique
Footnote: Footnote: This Infantry Assault Badge stems from the personal collection of predominant historian Thomas Durante
Austria, Imperial. A Bravery Medal, I Class Silver Medal, C.1915 Hold and the German Cross inInstituted July 19, 1789. Type VIII (1914 1917). Franz Joseph I. A silver medal, the obverse presenting the bust of Franz Joseph I, while the reverse bears the inscription DER TAPFERKEIT surrounded by a wreath, measures 40. 5mm (w) x 44. 2mm (h), weighs 19. 8 grams (including ribbon), dark patina, several notable edge knocks, in very fine condition.