Germany. A Gold Grade Wehrmacht Heer (Army) Driver’s Proficiency Badge Auction Archive Ironside was taken on strength

Ironside was taken on strength by the 46th Infantry Battalion on his return to France on August 20th

hilt fittings exhibit loss of nickel-plating

He had been previously discharged from military service because he was declared medically unfit

The second postcard illustrates seven airmen standing in front of an aeroplane

maker marked "Phot Verlagsanstalt Ernst Crull jr

Germany. A Gold Grade Wehrmacht Heer (Army) Driver’s Proficiency Badge Auction Archive Ironside was taken on strengthAn example of a Wehrmacht Heer (Army) gold grade drivers proficiency badge; gilt metal (magnetic); the badge depicting a laurel leaf wreath and a steering wheel; on a forest green wool backer; visible on the reverse is the backing plate and two attachment prongs; measuring 55 mm in diameter; in better than very fine condition.