Germany. An Early War Merit Cross First Class With Swords By Friedrich Orth, Wien Newly Listed The battle was part of

The battle was part of Operation Cartwheel

Captain Tabernacle (Eastern Ontario Regiment) relinquished his commission with the Royal Air Force upon ceasing to be employed

Campaign Medal

The Soldbuch is dated to February 13

The Berlin edition of the “Völkischer Beobachter” (People’s Observer)

Germany. An Early War Merit Cross First Class With Swords By Friedrich Orth, Wien Newly Listed The battle was part ofA fine early example in silvered tombac, with wide pin marked "15" ( Friedrich Orth, Wien), with good silver highlights and quality, in very fine condition; with case of issue, unmarked; magnetic push button, case better then very fine.