An Austrian Military Merit Cross; 3Rd Class Case Newly Listed 3rd Model with Swastika

3rd Model with Swastika

which fought the first action of the Jabal Hamrin in the vain hope of co-operating with the expected Russian advance

Autrian made signed A

his left hand tucked inside his pant's pocket

in two rows

An Austrian Military Merit Cross; 3Rd Class Case Newly Listed 3rd Model with SwastikaAn Austrian Military Merit Cross; 3rd Class Case Hardshelled, pebbled exterior, gilt type "MILITAER VERDIENSTKREUZ" and insignia illustrating a wreath backed by crossed swords on the lid, maker marked "ROTHE KOHLMARKT 7 WIEN" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, 65 mm x 112 mm x 25 mm, working latch, surface rust evident on the hinge, surface wear on the exterior edges, sides and bottom, case very fine.