A Civil Gliding Class “C” (1St Class) Proficiency Stick Pin certificate_of_authenticity citizens and foreigners for meritorious

citizens and foreigners for meritorious accomplishment in the fields of public safety and administration

1887 in the village of Gaisheim

except the 1st Pioneer Battalion

Footnote: John Thorarinson was born on February 4

Memorial Cross Group to SGT

A Civil Gliding Class “C” (1St Class) Proficiency Stick Pin certificate_of_authenticity citizens and foreigners for meritoriousIn silvered bronze and blue enamels; 48 mm knurled pin; unmarked; measuring 16 mm in diameter; better than very fine condition. Footnote: The International Aeronautical Federation awarded a series of proficiency badges to glider pilots on their successful completion of the appropriate tests and gliding trials. The C class certificate was awarded for a 5 minute solo flight without loss of altitude, plus an oral examination. The holder of a C class