Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 Auction hallmarked on the bottom of

hallmarked on the bottom of the lower arm

often shooting buildings ahead of the accompanying infantry to clear them of possible defenders

2nd Lieutenant Cavalry (June 1940)

He served during the Battle of britain

THE QUEEN has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following award of the George Medal

Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 Auction hallmarked on the bottom of(Greiffen Orden Komturkreuz). Issued 1884 1918. A silver gilt Maltese cross with very think red enamels on the arms of the cross; the obverse with a round central silver gilt medallion depicting a Griffon; the reverse plain with red enamels on the arms of the cross; with a replacement loop suspension (the suspension ring appears to have been pierced through the upper suspension by force); with its period original ribbon; measuring 61. 85 mm (w) x 62.