Slovakia, Independent State. A War Victory Cross Order, Vii Class Bronze Grade Medal, C.1942 Auction Footnote: Alfred Henry Drake was

Footnote: Alfred Henry Drake was born in London England in 1876 and was working as a Labourer in Torono prior to enlisting in the CEf in May 1916

lid top engraved “Presented to THE OFFICERS No

As the grenade was thrown from the position it exploded and Sergeant First Class Anderson was again grievously wounded

this in turn gave birth to discreet haori designs with lavishly decorated lining

500) surrendered to advancing Americans on April 27

Slovakia, Independent State. A War Victory Cross Order, Vii Class Bronze Grade Medal, C.1942 Auction Footnote: Alfred Henry Drake was(Vojenn vazn kr). Instituted in 1942. In bronze gilt, measuring 36 mm x 40. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, edge nicks, very light contact overall, traces of greening evident on the reverse, replacement incorrect ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The War Victory Cross Order was a medal introduced by the Slovak Republic. The order was issued to Slovakian military personnel who had been in the armed forces for a minimum of four years. A