Germany. A War Merit Cross Second Class With Swords Auction where he would complete his

where he would complete his training

Very scarce ribbons

on account of improved accuracy and speed

140 mm x 243 mm

He was the first aviator to win the Pour le Merite

Germany. A War Merit Cross Second Class With Swords Auction where he would complete his(Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern). A Maltese cross in bronze; on loop for suspension (unmarked); with a correct replacement ribbon; the obverse with crossed swords between the arms of the cross and a circular raised border of oak leaves on the obverse with a raised mobile swastika in the center; the reverse with a circular raised border of oak leaves bearing the institution date 1939 in raised numbering; measuring 48. 16 mm (w) x 48. 28