Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 Newly Listed which he lead in the

which he lead in the Battle of the Bulge

when he suffered a severe gun shot wound (shrapnel) to the chest and face on September 15

He ceased on command to the 1st Canadian Convalescent Depot and reported to Shorncliffe on August 27

Four German Cloth Badges - in very fine condition

Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 Newly Listed which he lead in theInstituted January 1, 1806 by Maximilian Joseph. In silver gilt, a white enamelled Maltese cross, the obverse medallion presents a blue enamelled field with the inscription MJ, the reverse presents the orders motto VIRTUTI PRO PATRIA on a blue enamelled background, the badge is suspended from a large gilt crown, measures 15. 80mm (w) x 32. 25mm (h inclusive of crown suspension and integral ring), weighs 2. 5 grams, enamels intact, integral ring