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He a\re the pics of the case Jim

Hi Chris, Yes there are a couple of photographs and an invite the the GWMC recipients reunion in 1958.in the recipients name This recipient was the 1399 to receive this award Jim

Many thanks for your comment Bernhard. I have to say I agree with you . Jim

This has just landed in my collection. Attributable to a soldier from 170 Infantry Regiment Hope you like Jim

I am trying to carry out some research into the Baden 170 Infantry regiment in the Great war having just purchased a medal to a soldier from this unit for my collection. I know they were part of 52nd Infantry Division and they fought on the Somme in 1916. Can anyone give me any more details of this unit and where they fought please? There seems to be little on the net about this unit or Division which I understand was highly rated. Many thanks Jim

Bison, Many thanks for your comment. Unfortunately the Crimea came away from its fixing in the case during transport from France. The medal ribbon is now like paper and has been difficult to remount. However, i have kept it with the original ribbon as it should be.The case itself is beautiful with the original bevelled glass Regards Jim

The LdH is a little battered. The Crimea is un named as awarded.I have been fortunate enough to have found details of the recipient of these medals. Jim

This found its way into my collection recently. i have been looking for the right one for some time now. Jim

I thought i would show my Pour le Merite awarded to Generel Leutnant von Vett in October 1918. I hope you like it Jim

Hi, I am seeking any information someone may have on the following man Walther Christian Gottfried Bormann. Walther was born on 16th March 1880 and served as a Chaplain and stretcher bearer in the Great War , being awarded the EK 1st class . The only tinformation I have is is that he was born in Robel district where his father was a Pastor, August Borrmann born 04.06.1862 in Ned Teschen district, His mother was Margarethe Borrmann nee Klapp born 19.1.1867 in Berant or Beraut district. His younger brother was Martin A Borrmann. Can anyone give me any information as to when he was awarded the EK and with whom he served. I know its a long shot but any help would be greatly appreciated Jim

Thanks Chris. Much appreciated Jim

I have just purchased a couple of Croix De Guerre certificates and medal to a soldier from 363 RI. I have lost my links to the sites that have French Regimental Histories on them. Can anyone assist please Many thanks Jim

Superb!!!!

Guys, Thank you for your replies. i am trying to build up a picture of this man. i really appreciate your help on this. Best regards Jim

Hi, I am trying to find out some information on a Knights Cross winner, Feldwebel Ludwig Bauer of the 117 Grenadier Regiment, 98th Infantry Division who won his Knights Cross for actions south of Rimini , Italy in September 1944. I understand he was awarded this medal for actions around the village of Il Palazzo between 5th and 7th September. He was later wounded and died 26th October 1944 and is buried at Fula Pass. I am trying find out exactly what Ludwigs actions were during the fighting. I have traced him on the net but although there is a photo of him the information does not go into detail. Can anyone help me with this mans actions or the actions of his Regiment and Division between 5th and 7th September 1944. Italy is not a theatre I know much about. Thanks Jim.

Nice badge Stan. The pin on the later awards is much more substantial. When you look at the back of mine you can understand why so many pins were broken. Jim

I think these French Colonial troops of WW1 were brilliant soldiers. What a weapon the Coupe Coupe is !!! It is also important not to forget how these guys must have suffered with the northern French climate compared to their own!!! Thanks for showing it Jim

Thanks for the information on the CDG. I have quite a collection on these medals along with the diplomas. I think they are a most under rated medal. Jim

Nice to see we are using the same forums Erich Jim

Another view Jim

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Here is my first pattern Coburg badge Jim

Hello , Can anyone give me any information on Panzer Regiment 204. I believe they were involved in the Crimean campaign using captured vehicles. I can`t find out much else about them. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Jim