(Decoration de la fidelite)
stamped in red ink "DEFENCE MEDAL" on the lid
legend around and in exergue
standing forty-first in his class
In April 1918 he was replaced by Konrad Krafft von Dellmensingen
Austria, Imperial. Three Military Medals Hold (Decoration de la fidelite)A Bravery Medal, Type VII, II Class Silver Medal with Bar, the obverse featuring a right facing bust of Franz Joseph II, the reverse presents the inscription DER TAPFERKEIT (For Bravery), measures 31mm (w) x 35. 8mm (h inclusive of suspension ring), worn on a period triangular ribbon with a silver bar denoting an additional award, dark patina, notable edge knocks, remains in very fine condition. A Military Merit Medal, Franz Joseph, in Silver with