An Austrian Order Of St.maurice And St.lazarus By V. Mayer Newly Listed ) was ""Killed" 11-Dec-43 as

) was ""Killed" 11-Dec-43 as a result of a flying accident (overseas)(near Foulsham

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many on board being unaware of how nearly their voyage had been delayed or cancelled altogether

marked on ring (FR)

He began his career as a Boy Seaman 2nd Class (January 13

An Austrian Order Of St.maurice And St.lazarus By V. Mayer Newly Listed ) was ""Killed" 11-Dec-43 asAn Austrian Order of St. Maurice and St. Lazarus by V. Mayer in Gold and enamels, of very fine quality Austrian Vinc Mayer manufacture, 37mm(w) x 40mm (h), hallmarked on ring, one tiny hairline crack to white enamels otherwise in nearly extremely fine condition; with original triangular ribbon, and in fine quality fitted leatherette case of issue, circa 1880 90; scarce award by this maker.