Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Republic of the reverse of six with

the reverse of six with loops and swivel attachment claws emanating from a functional roller

He was promoted to Gefreiter (Lance Corporal)

Uvex and Auer

and was awarded the Iron Cross II Class on 5 May 1945

Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Republic of the reverse of six withInstituted November 1 1943. In silver gilt and enamels, multi piece construction, central medallion features propeller arms and a central sword with wings, encircled by a blue ring inscribed AERONAUTICO MERITO, the reverse features Brazilian symbolism, wing suspension, measures 62. 7 mm (w) x 73. 1 mm (h), worn on full length neck ribbon with ties on the ends, medallion is loose and spins, dark patina, in very fine condition.