Latvia. A Cross Of Recognition, Silver Grade, By Bercs C.1940 certificate_of_authenticity on a traditional Spanish-style horizontal

on a traditional Spanish-style horizontal hanger with pinback

1942 he received the Eastern Front Medal

the B-24 equipped with a nose turret and other added fire power

Shaved and neatly privately engraved in large capitals

reverse inscribed "ЗА УСЕРДIЕ И ЛОМОЩЬ" (For Diligence and Assistance)

Latvia. A Cross Of Recognition, Silver Grade, By Bercs C.1940 certificate_of_authenticity on a traditional Spanish-style horizontalInstituted 1938. Constructed in silvered fine zinc, the obverse presents an engraved ball tipped Maltese Cross with a central Latvian coat of arms, within a beaded edge, the reverse features a flying eagle surrounded by the inscription DOMAS UN DARBUS LATVIJAI, the rim is marked by makers mark S. BERCS, measuring 36. 05 mm diameter, on original triangular ribbon, light contact and toned metal, near extremely fine. Footnote: This Cross was awarded to