Austria, Kingdom. A Franz Joseph "Weiland" Cross, I Class, By R. Marschall Auction stating: "For gallantry in action

stating: "For gallantry in action on ** and ** January

Berlin” and with maker “C

Footnote: Plans for the Lappland Shield were introduced in February as the last German campaign shield of the Second War

that he was in possession of one Good Conduct Badge when he was promoted to Sergeant

Nova Scotia on December 18th

Austria, Kingdom. A Franz Joseph "Weiland" Cross, I Class, By R. Marschall Auction stating: "For gallantry in actionIn bronze gilt insignia centering a magnetic silvered iron cross, mounted to a bronze gilt cross base, unmarked but exhibiting the characteristics of R. Marschall, 51. 5 mm x 51. 8 mm, vertical pinback, light contact, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine.