German Red Cross Decoration Type Iii (1937-1939) Archive in readiness to move forward

in readiness to move forward on receipt of orders

Along the waistline at the front is a strap on the left side

his gallantry as detailed in the following citation won him the Victoria Cross: "For most conspicuous bravery and skilful handling of the troops under his command during the capture and consolidation of considerably more than the objectives allotted to him

(453 T MARTIN H Ms 55th REGt)

in glassine packet of issue

German Red Cross Decoration Type Iii (1937-1939) Archive in readiness to move forwardGerman Red Cross Decoration Type III (1937 1939) First Class neck cross, in bronze gilt, 52. 58mm(w) x 57. 10mm(h), with full length of neck ribbon, no chipping to enamels, in slightly worn condition; in burgundy brown case of issue, marked inside of lid Godet Berlin (case slightly scuffed, in very fine condition).