A First War 1914/16 Baden Volunteer Nurse’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity his fortunes began to turn

his fortunes began to turn for the better

signed in blue ink by the Generalleutnant und Divisionskommandeur (Dienstgard und Dienststellung) at the bottom right

one year with 'C' Battery of the Royal Canadian Artillery and three years' with the South African Constabulary

was awarded the Turkish Order of Medjidie (Mecidiye)

which numbered five officers and 56 other ranks

A First War 1914/16 Baden Volunteer Nurse’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity his fortunes began to turnA gilded bronze cross pattee; on a loop for suspension; with a period original ladies ribbon; measuring 38. 93 mm x 38. 72 mm; weighing 17. 3 grams; with all of the original gilt worn off; a proudly worn example in very fine condition.