"The Iron Cross 2. Class" by Dietrich Maerz & Mario Alt Archive insignia measures approximately 10 cm

insignia measures approximately 10 cm (or 4 inches) in diameter

the award (bronze Zvonimir medal with oakleaves)

due to additional his qualifications

He signed his Attestation Paper as a Gunner (1260205) with the Reserve Brigade

First in silver

"The Iron Cross 2. Class" by Dietrich Maerz & Mario Alt Archive insignia measures approximately 10 cmThis is the very first comprehensive book about the famous Iron Cross 2. Class of 1939. On over 600 pages the authors present all sixty two known and yet unknown makers in great detail. On the first eighty pages of the book a deep and well documented look at the distribution, award procedure, and manufacturing will give the reader never before published information. For each maker the cross or cross variations are presented in great detail allowing