Wurttemberg, Officer’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity where the German 1st Submarine

where the German 1st Submarine Minesweeping Flotilla found her and depth charged her

Thesethree ships were the aircraft carrier HMS Ark Royal

All other parts and stitching remain intact

Sicily they began mine laying operations against Malta

age 27) and J13066 Pilot/Officer John Caskie

Wurttemberg, Officer’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity where the German 1st Submarinewith Swords. In silver gilt, vaulted, pin back, fine quality enamels. Enamels intact without chipping, light contact marks, in extremely fine condition. Contained within case of issue by "K. Munzamt Abtl. Orden Stuttgart". Very scarce, only 160 awarded; (Awarded to General ALFRED von VOLLARD BOCKELBERG; see lot GST1035 as complete group, and more information on the recipient).