Germany, Third Reich. A Lot of Honour Crosses of the German Mother, All Grades GTRexclude but undoubtedly of German manufacture

but undoubtedly of German manufacture (possibly by maker Gebr

Constructed of aluminum finished metal

where the Battalion was re-designated the 123rd Pioneer Battalion

Instituted in 1972

reverse with an inscription in blue ink: "Zeppelin Shed Which Housed All Our Aircraft

Germany, Third Reich. A Lot of Honour Crosses of the German Mother, All Grades GTRexclude but undoubtedly of German manufacture(Ehrenkreuze der Deutschen Mutter). A mixed lot of Honour Crosses of the German Mother, in Bronze, Silver, and Gold grades, each constructed of bronze (with silver and gilt finish where applicable) with multi coloured enamels, all on loops for suspension from period original ribbons, each consisting of a Latin Cross with stylized rays joining the quadrants, the obverse of each with blue and white enameled arms, each overlaid by a central white