Germany, Third Reich. A Close Combat Clasp, Bronze Grade, By Friedrich Linden, Lüdenscheid GTRexclude until he returned to his

until he returned to his unit on November 17th

he would have lasted only two weeks

For his WWII home service

then Canadian Corps Commander at Vimy and formed a quick friendship with him

2) A Bronze Grade Denazified DRL Sports Award

Germany, Third Reich. A Close Combat Clasp, Bronze Grade, By Friedrich Linden, Lüdenscheid GTRexclude until he returned to hisA bronze grade Nahrkampfspange; in bronzed zink, with nearly all of the bronze wash being lost due to age and wear; horizontal pinback; maker marked Fec. E. Peekhaus, Brehmen and logo with FLL (Friedrich Linden, Ldenscheid) on reverse; slightly vaulted; with centre magnetic plate; measuring 96. 5 mm x 25. 9 mm; weighing 33. 8 grams; in fine condition.