Germany, Imperial. A Lot Of Medals Auction Archive and indicates the tin held

and indicates the tin held 50 grams of tobacco

he was subsequently invalided to England in October 1917

DINA4 size (148 x 210mm)

in order to join the war effort and is on record as having reported for duty with his father's sword and two spare shirts

gray cotton backer

Germany, Imperial. A Lot Of Medals Auction Archive and indicates the tin held(Medaillen). A lot of four medals, including an Honour Cross of the World War 1914 1918, constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with crossed swords through the centrepiece, the obverse bearing central wreathed dates 1914 1918, the reverse maker marked G & S for Glaser & Shne, Dresden, measuring 37 mm (w) x 42 mm (h), in very fine condition; a German Red Cross Medal,