Portugal, Kingdom. An Order of the Red Cross, II Class Republic of set above an RZM logo

set above an RZM logo and maker code of “M7/66” for the same manufacturer

15th January 1948 transferred to Camp 99 from Island Farm Special Camp 11

with golden piping (Flying/Paratrooper units)

a knot is present on the interior of the left shoulder at the edge of the collar

Influenza was to pay him another visit two months later

Portugal, Kingdom. An Order of the Red Cross, II Class Republic of set above an RZM logoIn silver gilt, a red enamelled cross, obverse medallion with blue and white center, reverse features a central medallion inscribed INTER ARMA CARITAS, surmounted by a partial wreath and connected to a red and white bow ribbon, measures 37. 9 mm (w) x 60. 3 mm (h), weighs 22. 2 grams, enamels intact, in very fine condition.