Germany, Wehrmacht. An War Merit Cross, I Class, Case Archive ” the reverse presents a

” the reverse presents a retaining pin

uniformed bust of Luis I wearing orders and decorations and legend within circle

1943 but the nature of his visit is not documented in his service records

After the war Wyse received a grant of land and remained in South Africa

and joined the DAF (German Labour Front) in January 1937

Germany, Wehrmacht. An War Merit Cross, I Class, Case Archive ” the reverse presents a(Etui). An original case of issue, constructed of heavy pressed paper with a textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior, with the outline of a War Merit Cross I Class embossed on the exterior of the lid, lined interior lid with a recessed medal bed, functional spring catch with stud release, intact interior fabric hinge cover, functional exterior metal hinge, measuring 65 mm (w) x 66 mm (l) x 17 mm (h), and in near extremely fine condition.