Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed and maker marked “AD Schwerdt

and maker marked “AD Schwerdt

on a red ribbon with two blue stripes

His bravery in action during that battle also earned him a posthumous M

He was also awarded an Honorary Degree from McGill University

Germany, Luftstreitkräfte. A Prussian Observer’s Badge, Sew-On Version Newly Listed and maker marked “AD Schwerdt(Beobachterabzeichen). Constructed of silver with multi coloured enamels, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, topped by a German State Crown, with a central red enameled square applique overlaid by a black and white checkered motif, the reverse with dual visible prongs securing the obverse applique in place, unmarked, measuring 32. 40 mm (w) x 48. 28 mm (h), weighing 7. 8 grams, minor