Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross For 1870/71 Archive which was written on May

which was written on May 3

3 mm x 38 mm

Each of the pockets is divided into two sections inside by the use of a horizontal strap near the top

was killed in action at Klippan

then transferred to the Military Hospital at Shorncliffe on the 30th and subsequently discharged

Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross For 1870/71 Archive which was written on May(Erinnerungskreuz fr 1870 71). Instituted 6 March 1871 by King Johann. (1871 issue). Constructed of gilded bronze with blue enamel, on loop for suspension with a period correct replacement ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with pebbled arms joined together through the quadrants by a circular laurel and oak leaf wreath, the obverse bearing a central raised monogram of King Johann, within a blue enameled ring bearing six gilt stars, the reverse