Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Auction on the same date he

on the same date he suffered a shrapnel wound to the left leg

embarking Le Havre

Dated to June 26

1944 (D-Day in Europe) for the Marianas

(worn on a side of the cap as an unit badge)

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Auction on the same date he(Verdienstkreuz). Instituted in 1849. First Period (1849 1875). In silver with red enamels, maker marked "F. BRAUN IN WIEN" on the ring, measuring 30. 2 mm (w) x 33. 7 mm (h) inclusive of laterally pierced ball suspension, chipping evident in the red enamels on the arm at 3 o'clock on the obverse, replacement triangular ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine.