A First War Unique Converted Bavarian Pilot’s Badge; Published Example certificate_of_authenticity contained within contemporary fitted red

contained within contemporary fitted red leather case (slightly scuffed

2nd Infantry Battalion "Eastern Ontario Regiment"

his courage and coolness often under intense enemy fire and his resourcefulness has been an inspiration to the men under his command

1) Signed Photograph of Friedrich-Wilhelm Wangerin (January 27

A First War Unique Converted Bavarian Pilot’s Badge; Published Example certificate_of_authenticity contained within contemporary fitted redA First War converted Bavarian pilots badge (Flugzeugfhrer Abzeichen); in stamped nickel alloy with fine details; within a wreath consisting of oak and laurel leaves; a bow on the bottom with a Bavarian crown on the top; uniquely, this badge was originally issued as a Prussian Pilots badge that was converted into a Bavarian Pilots badge; measuring 70. 65 mm x 45. 75; weighing 11. 9 grams; very fine condition. Footnote: This badge was published in