A 1940 Battle Of Britain Distinguished Flying Cross With Case Buy Now He died in 1951

He died in 1951

circa 1870-71

He was commissioned as a Lieutenant in Infantry Regiment Nr

Eckener declined because of the necessity "to take advantage of the tailwinds and remain on the straight airline without deviation or halt" necessary in order to reach Tokyo nonstop

Army Group Commander Card (Command Flag for the Commander of an Army Group at the upper left and inscribed "IM OSTEN

A 1940 Battle Of Britain Distinguished Flying Cross With Case Buy Now He died in 1951George VI GRI. Silver, engraved "1940" on the reverse, measuring a standard 55. 3 mm, with original ribbon with pinback, pleasing dark patina, better than extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "D. F. C." on the lid, Royal Mint maker marked on the inside lid, lightly soiled recessed medal bed, case better than very fine. (C: 14)