France, Iii Republic. A Volunteer Combatant's Cross 1914-1918 GTRexclude It is constructed of zink

It is constructed of zink

stating that he had previous service with the 3rd Regiment

The Distinguished Service Cross was awarded on September 14

) Naming is official British Army impressed in large capitals (thus late issue)

and a Rules of the King's Empire Veterans of Auckland booklet

France, Iii Republic. A Volunteer Combatant's Cross 1914-1918 GTRexclude It is constructed of zink(Croix du Combattant Volontaire 1914 1918). Instituted in 1935. In bronze, cornucopia hallmarked and marked "BR" (bronze) on the reverse, measuring 33. 8 mm (w) x 34 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Volunteer Combatant's Cross recognizes those who have volunteered to serve on the front in a combat unit during the First World War. When the 1914 1918