Germany, Freikorps. A II. Marine-Brigade Wilhelmshaven Sleeve Insignia consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac center medallion slightly loose

center medallion slightly loose

Admiral Sir James Somerville had taken up command as Commander-in-Chief

"The Black Devils"/"90th Winnipeg Rifles" Reinforcement Unit

This could corroborate with his medical records which indicate failing health

85mm (w) x 87

Germany, Freikorps. A II. Marine-Brigade Wilhelmshaven Sleeve Insignia consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac center medallion slightly loose(rmelabzeichen der II. Marinebrigade Wilhemshaven). Constructed of silvered magnetic iron, the obverse consisting of an oval knotted rope wreath, surrounding a central Viking longship cutting through waves, situated above a banner bearing a raised inscription of WILHELMSHAVEN, in turn emanating from an oak leaf wreath, perforated at cardinal points with dual eyelets for sew on attachment, demonstrating minor loss of finish throughout, a cut out and