An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class By Julius Maurer Auction Once the children had grown

Once the children had grown to adulthood

Arrangements were quickly made for a fatigue party among the married soldiers to get the baggage of the wives and children on board

The transfer was done over land across the Apennines

A German Red Cross Badge - In silvered tombac and well enameled

numbered "179538" with Monteny Dvor mint mark on the reverse

An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class By Julius Maurer Auction Once the children had grownA textbook example Iron Cross with very attractive and even patina; silver frame; iron core (magnetic); loop maker marked 138 (Julius Maurer, Oberstein) measuring 44. 70 mm x 44. 77 mm; correct replacement ribbon; extremely fine condition.