Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross “1849”, Iv Class, C.1914 Newly Listed with five bronze clasps (1

with five bronze clasps (1 YEAR

He is unable to stand on Parade longer that 15 mins

joining his new unit on May 15th

He worked at the local sawmill and attended classes at Washington State University in Pullman

and Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class R

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross “1849”, Iv Class, C.1914 Newly Listed with five bronze clasps (1(Verdienstkreuz 1849 4. Klasse). Third Period Issued 1914 1918. A cross constructed of silvered bronze with red enameled arms; the obverse with a central silver medallion inscribed FJ for Franz Joseph, surrounded by a broad silver ring, inscribed VIRIBUS UNITIS (Latin Stand United); the reverse with a similar central silver medallion dated 1849; on a replacement loop for suspension from its period original tri fold ribbon; measuring 35. 77 mm (w) x