Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Iv (1875-1931) Newly Listed who later became Admiral Matthias

who later became Admiral Matthias

Warner was wounded three times and gassed during the course of the war and was credited with having served in Canada

the reverse is addressed to “My Lovely” - unfortunately it is mostly illegible but the author writes about giving his sweetheart greetings and kisses

sewn upon a green wool armband

when he enlisted as a Private (NX23123) in the Australian Imperial Force on May 30

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Iv (1875-1931) Newly Listed who later became Admiral MatthiasIn silver, 31. 2 mm (w) x 46. 8 mm (h), glue residue evident on the reverse of the original ribbon, light contact and surface wear, better than very fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II and revised on many occasions (1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995, 2003). It is awarded for acts of bravery, distinction, service or merit by members of the Armed Forces, or civilians in support of the military.