German, Imperial. Four Patriotic Badges, C.1914 Buy Now the collector

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with gold finish nearly completely worn off on the clasp with only traces remaining

Albett seized the shell and threw it out of the trench before it exploded amongst the men

Arica was surrounded by Chilean forces who outnumbered the defenders three to one

German, Imperial. Four Patriotic Badges, C.1914 Buy Now the collector(Abzeichen). 1) A patriotic badge constructed of magnetic medal, the obverse shows a black enamelled cross patte over a red enamelled field, surrounded by the words GOTT MIT UNS 1914, the reverse smooth except for the inscription GES. GESCHUTZT, a horizontal pinback, measures 20. 29 mm (w) x 22. 04 mm (h), and in fine condition. 2) A gilded badge of multi piece construction, the obverse shows a black enamelled cross patte, with the words GOTT MIT UNS