Austria, Empire. Four Imperial Austrian Medals, Awards, And Decorations Hold He joined the local Füsilier

He joined the local Füsilier Regiment 40 in 1893 as an Officer Cadet and became a Lieutenant in 1894

46 mm x 94 mm

but had to stay at attention with the rest

inscribed “LUDOVICUS II MAGN(us) DUX HASSIAE INSTIT(uit)” (Latin - Ludwig II Grand Duke of Hessen)

Sixth Class - in silver and enamels

Austria, Empire. Four Imperial Austrian Medals, Awards, And Decorations Hold He joined the local FüsilierA grouping of four Imperial Austrian medals, awards, and decorations, consisting of 1) War Commemorative Medal (1914 1918). Constructed of gilded bronze; on a period original ribbon; measuring 36. 05 mm in diameter; weighing 20. 7 grams. 2) A War Commemorative Medal (1914 1918). Constructed of gilded zink; on a period original ribbon with crossed swords; measuring 36. 11 mm in diameter; weighing 17. 8 grams. 3) A Commemorative Cross 1848 1908.