Germany, Wehrmacht. A Latvian Volunteer’s Sleeve Shield, By Lenta Province of China measuring 135 mm (w) x

measuring 135 mm (w) x 40 mm (h))

During the week of September 9th

12 (heure) - Film : C/2027/1 Anek : Nr __" On 17 August 1943 over Dieppe he achieved his 10th victory and his 15th on 31st December 1943

Also referred to as the “Homage of the Empire Medal”

The snuff box is fabricated from horn with a black finish

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Latvian Volunteer’s Sleeve Shield, By Lenta Province of China measuring 135 mm (w) x(Wehrmacht rmelschild der lettischen Freiwilligen). Constructed of a black and maroon rayon base, the obverse bearing a machine embroidered white shield topped by a yellow machine embroidered inscription of LATVIJA, doubled maker marked LENTA, RIGA, measuring 75 mm (w) x 62 mm (h), a Latvian made insignia in unissued and extremely fine condition. Footnote: From the Roger Bender collection.