1889 in Croydon
pin stamped “22” (identical to cross in Maerz-Stimson book on Iron Crosses 1st
and by mid-February the main components of the division were involved in heavy fighting around Belebalka on the west bank of the River Radya: fighting rearguard actions during the withdrawal to the ‘Panther Redoubt’ on the River Velibaya
1945 and was arrested by American troops in May
When the medals were found
Most Excellent Order Of The British Empire Newly Listed 1889 in CroydonMost Excellent Order of the British Empire Silver gilt, maker marked "SG" (Sebastian Garrard), hallmarked with a British lion, a leopard's head (made in London) and date marked "d" (1919) on the reverse, 48. 5 mm x 62. 7 mm, on military ribbon with pinback, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "O. B. E. (MIL)" on the lid, maker marked "GARRARD & Co LTD" on the inside lid, recessed soiled medal bed, fraying