Germany. A Wound Badge, Silver Grade, By Schauerte & Höfeld Of Lüdenscheid certificate_of_authenticity The first document is signed

The first document is signed in blue ink by an Oberleutnant (Senior Lieutenant)

Ronald Thornley

he was again hospitalized from May 1 to May 13

AISNE- MARNE

The left side of the helmet has a worn second pattern (circa 1936/1937-1945) Luftwaffe eagle decal while the right side of the helmet has a national tri-color shield decal which is retained about 75%

Germany. A Wound Badge, Silver Grade, By Schauerte & Höfeld Of Lüdenscheid certificate_of_authenticity The first document is signed(Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber). Constructed of oval silvered tombac; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre featuring a large mobile swastika on its side superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a vertical round wire pin, and a functional hinge catch assembly; maker marked L54 for Schauerte & Hfeld of Ldenscheid on the reverse; measuring 36. 30 mm (w) x 43. 94