Germany, Empire. An Iron Cross 1914, First Class, Cloth Version certificate_of_authenticity which became the precursor to

which became the precursor to the modern London Fire Brigade

on a white wool core

He was with the Canadian Postal Corps when he was Mentioned in Despatches by Sir Douglas Haig

1915 and comprised about 500 men from the construction forces of the Canadian Pacific Railway Company

which became obligatory

Germany, Empire. An Iron Cross 1914, First Class, Cloth Version certificate_of_authenticity which became the precursor to(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse, Stoffversion). A cross patte constructed of a black cotton core, with white embroidery to outline the shape of the cross, as well as silver bullion embroidery to shape the central W, with the re institution date 1914 in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; the reverse with a black paper backer; measuring 44 mm (w) x 44 mm (h); in overall very fine condition.