An Austrian Military Merit Cross; 3Rd Class Case Hold Cardinal entered the French theatre

Cardinal entered the French theatre on August 1

buckle in aluminum

Naming is officially impressed on the two WWI medals and officially engarved on the EF

the single staple holding the remainder of the booklet together

An Austrian Military Merit Cross; 3Rd Class Case Hold Cardinal entered the French theatreAn Austrian Military Merit Cross; 3rd Class Case Hardshelled, pebbled exterior, gilt type "MILITAER VERDIENSTKREUZ" and insignia illustrating a wreath backed by crossed swords on the lid, maker marked "ROTHE KOHLMARKT 7 WIEN" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, 65 mm x 112 mm x 25 mm, working latch, surface rust evident on the hinge, surface wear on the exterior edges, sides and bottom, case very fine.