An Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) Ensign (Fähnrich) Cap Badge Hold indicating Pioneer branch of the

indicating Pioneer branch of the Heer (Army)

and Shoulder Board Pair (Epaulettes) (four rows of gold-coloured threading interlaced with navy blue threading in a u-shape

While in the French theatre

The helmet displays signs of wear and age

000) enjoyed considerable influence on the Croat political and military leadership

An Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) Ensign (Fähnrich) Cap Badge Hold indicating Pioneer branch of theGold coloured bullion wire, in various textures, illustrating an open ended wreath surmounted by the Imperial crown, the wreath surrounding a tri colour cockade in silvered and black metal with a red felt centre, on a black wool base, padded, stamped in blue ink "M243" on the khaki cotton mesh backer, 62 mm x 75 mm, scattered gilt wear and surface oxidation evident, very fine. (C: 102