Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature, C.1915 Newly Listed the Iron Cross I Class

the Iron Cross I Class on 11 February 1943

reverse presents a horizontal pin

number engraved "513538" on the reverse

wearing a visor cap and uniform with the Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords clearly visible

During July 1943 he claimed at least two B-17s shot down over France including B-17 42-29928 on 4 July 1943 near La Coulonche during a raid on Le Mans (381st BG

Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature, C.1915 Newly Listed the Iron Cross I Class( . ). Instituted in 1769. In silver with red and white enamels, tiny characters etched on the reverse of the arm at 3 o'clock, measuring 16. 5 mm (w) x 16 mm (h), screwback, intact enamels, on a 33. 5 mm in diameter orange and black ribboned rosette with black cloth support, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of St. George was instituted on November 26, 1769 and awarded for meritorious military services or bravery in combat, in four grades.