Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac in addition to Stahlhelm decorations

in addition to Stahlhelm decorations

Lisson was also at Fighter Command Headquarters when he learned that he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross on the same occasion as Franklin was awarded his

built in 1911 and was in service as of November 14

who was promoted to Gefreiter on 1 March 1940 and Obergefreiter on 1 December 1940

Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac in addition to Stahlhelm decorations( (Kinshi kunsho). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver with red, purple, yellow, blue, and white enamels, the badge depicting a golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, measures 45. 8 mm (w) x 49. 6 mm (w), rivets on reverse, enamels intact, in extremely fine condition. Accompanied by a small boutonniere. Contained in the original hardshell case, black lacquer, purple silk and