Slovakia, Republic. A First War Cross 1914-1918, V Class Auction 5 mm (w) x 43

5 mm (w) x 43 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension

when he suffered a gun shot wound (shrapnel) to his left cheek

silver tip on right arm broken off/missing

He saw a provisional promotion to Squadron Quartermaster Sergeant at Halifax on November 20th

Slovakia, Republic. A First War Cross 1914-1918, V Class Auction 5 mm (w) x 43(Kri svetovej vojny). In silvered bronze with black enamels, measuring 45 mm (w) x 45 mm (h), cross and crossed swords clasp in silvered bronze with black enamels affixed to its original two stripes ribbon with pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, scattered silvering wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The First World War (AKA Great War) Cross was issued in two grades with six classes: Gold Grade: I Class with three stripes on the ribbon; II