A German Imperial Observer Officer’s Badge By Juncker; Published Example Newly Listed before being discharged to camp

before being discharged to camp details on January 21

Although only eighteen at the time

it noted that his "flat feet" condition "bothered him" once he got to France

marked L/53 on reverse for Hymmen & Co

While the soldiers consistently acquitted themselves well in battle

A German Imperial Observer Officer’s Badge By Juncker; Published Example Newly Listed before being discharged to campIn silver plated brass, center square section enameled, unmarked, but typical Juncker, Berlin manufacture (type 5), 45. 2mm x 71. 29mm, weighs 21. 5 grams, with nice dark patina, in worn condition, very fine. (Illustrated on page 244, Carsten Baldes "Aircrew Badges and Honor Prizes of the Flying Troops").