Iron Cross First Class 1914 - Hansen certificate_of_authenticity In his subsequent career of

In his subsequent career of 21 years with the Colours he served for 12 years in the East Indies and for 19 months in China

) Naming is officially impressed in large block capitals

many of whom had served together during the rebellion

he volunteered for service in Submarines and

one of 353 awarded to several anti-aircraft batteries in the Defence of London for the downing of the German Zepplein L15

Iron Cross First Class 1914 - Hansen certificate_of_authenticity In his subsequent career ofIron Cross First Class 1914 Iron core, magnetic, silver framed, vaulted (42. 60x45. 50), with large silver screw plate (45mm), maker marked "M. HANSEN D. R. G. M. 650006 800". Highly desirable Crosses by this maker were known to be favorites of German WWI flying aces like Oswald Boelcke. Considerable rust spots, good fair condition.