Original German WWII Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 Field Upgraded to Knight's Cross with Original Ribbon & Neck Strap - Ritterkreuz Martini-Henry Rifle In the aftermath of World

In the aftermath of World War II military recruitment shifted significantly

and a bit of light pitting over much of the barrel top

The grenade is mounted on a display base with a copper plaque applied which translates to “Watch on the Tonale 1916”

correct for a Luftwaffe fliegerbluse

The tunic made from navy blue Melton Cloth with red collar

Original German WWII Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 Field Upgraded to Knight's Cross with Original Ribbon & Neck Strap - Ritterkreuz Martini-Henry Rifle In the aftermath of WorldOriginal Items: Only One Available. The German WWII 'Knights Cross' is one of the most iconic awards, seen in many pictures and movies around the necks of recipients. Most well decorated command officers were not really considered notable until they had been received one for a successful campaign during WWII. As such, they would want to receive the award as soon as possible, and in some cases they were given a "Field Upgraded" version as a place