Germany, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Federal Republic, Grand Cross Set, C.1955 United Republic of The numerals are in white

The numerals are in white on a black background

He enlisted with the 8th Battery

worn badge in very fine condition

but typical badge by maker C

A Hitlerjugend/Deutsche Jugend (Hitler Youth/German Youths) Südost Kärnten sleeve patch

Germany, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Federal Republic, Grand Cross Set, C.1955 United Republic of The numerals are in white(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland, Grokreuz mit Stern und Schulterband). Established 1951. Consisting of 1) A Breast Star; a four rayed silver gilt star, with a center applique attached to the obverse, constructed of bronze gilt and red enamels, with a black enameled eagle in the centre; the reverse plain, with a vertical banjo style pinback, with a barrel hinge and a rounded catch; marked ST&L for Steinhauer & Lck, Ldenscheid and 900 for