An Iron Cross 2Nd Class Field Converted To Knight Cross Hold hinged on right side

hinged on right side

note the uncommon manner of affixing the hook and keeper as compared to more common versions

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) contact wear and polished

" McCampbell was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross in the rank of Lieutenant Commander

An Iron Cross 2Nd Class Field Converted To Knight Cross Hold hinged on right sideStandard iron cross 2nd class, converted in field to be worn as Knight's Cross (often the award ceremony in field took place days or weeks after the announcement of the award) the ribbon on cross is not original; accompanied by the original photo of the recipient wearing first class iron cross pinned under his neck (not this cross 2nd class). The cross and photo come together.