Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Vertical Pinback - Unmarked Restoration Materials As the 13th did not

As the 13th did not jump during WW2

without water our men and women would collapse as heat casualties

The airborne force suffered approximately 10 percent casualties and was badly disorganized

It also was re-worked at one point

Its no wonder a supply officer was able to trade to get a very desirable V42 Marine Raiders knife

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Vertical Pinback - Unmarked Restoration Materials As the 13th did notOriginal Items: Only One Available. This a very good example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with a Magnetic core, flat design, and tapered steel pin attachment. It is not maker marked, but that was not uncommon for these awards. Close examination may be able to determine the maker, as the major makers had their own distinctive styles. The medal is in very good condition, showing a lovely lightly oxidized patina on the silver portions of the