Germany, Wehrmacht. A War Merit Cross, First Class With Swords, By Deschler & Sohn Auction this belt likely dates from

this belt likely dates from the 1880's

He was on active duty during the Second World War with the 11th Naval District Shore Patrol in Los Angeles and San Diego

along with his servicemen Sgt M

This badge was introduced in 1945

7 mm x 82 mm

Germany, Wehrmacht. A War Merit Cross, First Class With Swords, By Deschler & Sohn Auction this belt likely dates from(Kriegsverdienstkreuz, I. Klasse mit Schwertern). Constructed of silvered tombak, the reverse with a barrel hinge and banjo style pinback meeting a round wire catch, marked on pinback with 1 for maker Deschler & Sohn, Mnchen, measuring 49 mm (w) x 48 mm (h), in very fine condition.