Bavaria, Kingdom. A Merit Cross For Medical Volunteers GTRexclude worn but better than very

worn but better than very fine

This was the reason why Schmidt changed units again and was placed in the Genesenden (Convalescent) Company between October 1942 and the end of January 1943

Instituted 1864 by Queen Isabel II of Spain

a unique vertically crimed sheet metal hinge

A German State Soldier's Association Marksmanship Award - Die-stamped bronze

Bavaria, Kingdom. A Merit Cross For Medical Volunteers GTRexclude worn but better than very(Verdienstkreuz fr freiwillige Krankenpflege). Instituted on 5 March 1901. A silver cross patte, with the imperial crown on the upper cross arm, the obverse centre presents a medallion with a red Geneva cross on a white field enclosed by a blue enamelled ring, the reverse centre presents the Bavarian coat of arms, measuring 34. 75 mm (w) x 41. 95 mm (h), on loop for suspension from period original ribbon, and in near very fine condition.