missing parts of the masts
turret affixed to the base by a single screw
measuring 46cm (or18 1/2 inches) in length
The idea behind the barrier was to impede the movement of Japanese forces by ship along the upper reaches of the Yangtze
A Veterans Organisation Stahlhelm Badge - In silvered tombac
Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Phoenix, Knight’s Cross Hold missing parts of the masts(Haus und Phnixorden, Ritterkreuz). Instituted 29 December 1757 by Prince Philip I. Constructed of gilded silver with enamels, on loop for suspension, consisting of a Cross Patte with white enameled arms, both the obverse and reverse arms with an inscription of EX FLAM CLARIOR (FROM THE FLAME, BRIGHTER), unmarked, measuring 40. 68 mm (w) x 47. 30 mm (h), weighing 12. 0 grams, the centerpiece is missing and there is chipping to both the obverse and