Description
1916: "For conspicuous gallantry and skill
He was granted the temporary rank of Second Lieutenant
He had deployed his three platoons forward with no company reserve
where they could be pinned down by enemy fire
maker marked "GIEVES" on the ricasso
Germany, Wehrmacht. A Bronze Grade Balloon Observer’s Badge, 1957 Reissue United Republic of 1916: "For conspicuous gallantry and(Ballonbeobachterabzeichen in Bronze). Constructed of bronze, horizontal pinback, unmarked, measuring 52. 5 mm (h) x 42 mm (w), in extremely fine condition.