Latvia. A Cross Of Recognition, Silver Grade, By Bercs C.1940 certificate_of_authenticity reverse inscribed "ЗА УСЕРДIЕ И

reverse inscribed "ЗА УСЕРДIЕ И ЛОМОЩЬ" (For Diligence and Assistance)

the inside lined with off-white velvet

the B-24 equipped with a nose turret and other added fire power

8 mm x 22 mm

1942 he received the Eastern Front Medal

Latvia. A Cross Of Recognition, Silver Grade, By Bercs C.1940 certificate_of_authenticity reverse inscribed "ЗА УСЕРДIЕ ИInstituted 1938. Constructed in silvered fine zinc, the obverse presents an engraved ball tipped Maltese Cross with a central Latvian coat of arms, within a beaded edge, the reverse features a flying eagle surrounded by the inscription DOMAS UN DARBUS LATVIJAI, the rim is marked by makers mark S. BERCS, measuring 36. 05 mm diameter, on original triangular ribbon, light contact and toned metal, near extremely fine. Footnote: This Cross was awarded to