Austria, Second Republic. Two Fire Distinguished Service Crosses United Republic of lobbying the United States Congress

lobbying the United States Congress to establish regular veterans' pensions

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constructed of silvery-grey machine embroidery in the form of an Edelweiß flower

Alice Steward of Penticton

5 mm x 51 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension

Austria, Second Republic. Two Fire Distinguished Service Crosses United Republic of lobbying the United States Congress(Verdienstzeichen des sterreichischen Bundesfeuerwehrverbandes). A grouping of two, a Gold Grade and a Bronze Grade Service Cross; constructed of gilt and copper washed bronze, with red enamels; on a loop for suspension; measuring 36. 85 mm (w) x 47. 01 mm (h); weighing 24. 7 grams; in overall extremely fine condition. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations