A First War 1914/16 Baden Volunteer Nurse’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity beginning with being "Absent from

beginning with being "Absent from Parade" on May 19

signed in blue ink by the Generalleutnant und Divisionskommandeur (Dienstgard und Dienststellung) at the bottom right

Circa 1935

which numbered five officers and 56 other ranks

Admiral Sir James Somerville had taken up command as Commander-in-Chief

A First War 1914/16 Baden Volunteer Nurse’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity beginning with being "Absent fromA gilded bronze cross pattee; on a loop for suspension; with a period original ladies ribbon; measuring 38. 93 mm x 38. 72 mm; weighing 17. 3 grams; with all of the original gilt worn off; a proudly worn example in very fine condition.