Original German WWII Clasp to the Iron Cross Second Class 1939 - Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz Sterling SMG The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionGreen Beret 'had

The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionGreen Beret 'had servant's heart'He is survived by his wife

The tripod is fitted with a British brass crosshead which has some great markings on the top

now displaying a dull gray patina

may well have started life at about 10"

Original German WWII Clasp to the Iron Cross Second Class 1939 - Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz Sterling SMG The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionGreen Beret 'hadOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the Iron Cross decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was