Description
The 3rd Battalion Battle Patrol was detailed to find out exactly what the hill had
The 517th PRCT suffered over 500 casualties and had 102 men killed in action
the 32nd won the nickname "Spearhead" because of its continuous attacks against the enemy
This was an example of German tactics and tenacity in defending their homeland
PATENTED APRIL 16
Original German WWII Wehrmacht Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 with Ribbon in Paper Packet U.S. Air Force The 3rd Battalion Battle PatrolOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of a nearly unissued German WWII Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1939) in its original paper packet with original red, black, and white ribbon. The cross itself is a very fine example with crisp beading. The silvering to the frame is oxidized to a nice dark patina, showing it is real silver. The core paint on the iron center is also virtually all present, on both