Austria, Empire. Two First War Awards United Republic of just before the capture of

just before the capture of Ortona

the cross is suspended from a laurel and oak leaf wreath

he was posted to the Air West Command

Michaelis joined the U

1914 to January 11

Austria, Empire. Two First War Awards United Republic of just before the capture ofIncludes: 1. Military Bravery Medal on War Ribbon with Crossed Swords, Bronze Grade (1914 1917) (Militr Verdienstmedaille "Signum Laudis"). Instituted in 1890. In bronze gilt, measuring 30. 7 mm (w) x 51. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, spotting evident on the reverse of the crown, scattered gilt wear overall, crossed swords clasp in bronze gilt affixed to its original triangular ribbon with hook and eye. 2. Merit Cross "1849", Type III