From 1911-1913 he served in the 93rd Infantry Regiment in Dessau and he entered World War I with the 66th Infantry Regiment
Bavarian Military Merit Cross with Swords
further set with nearly 100 genuine emeralds and rubies
He joined the Army in 1934
A First War American Distinguished Service Cross - First Type
A Prussian Order Of Pour-Le-Merite By Rothe C.1925-30 Newly Listed From 1911-1913 he served inPrussian Order of Pour le Merite by Rothe in silver gilt and enamels, 52. 60x54. 65mm, of typical Austrian (Rothe) manufacture, circa 1925 30, with typical engraved lettering by this maker; unmarked cross, of very good quality manufacture, with length of original, period ribbon (23cm in length), no enamel chipping, in extremely fine condition.