Germany, Rad. A Reich Labour Service Subordinate’s Hewer, By Carl Eickhorn GTRexclude marked “RZM M1/105” for “Hermann

marked “RZM M1/105” for “Hermann Aurich

this was highest Prussian bravery award for enlisted soldiers and NCO’s and only about 1350 Crosses awarded during 1914-18 period

BAYLISS LORNE RIF

The Battalion was raised in Ontario and Manitoba

50 mm x 51 mm)

Germany, Rad. A Reich Labour Service Subordinate’s Hewer, By Carl Eickhorn GTRexclude marked “RZM M1/105” for “Hermann(Haumesser fr Mnner der Reichsarbeitsdienst). A very well preserved Reich Labour Service (RAD) subordinates hewer, measuring 400 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 245 mm long polished magnetic steel blade with a Bowie style curvature. The tip and lower edge of the blade are sharpened, and a narrow fuller runs the length of each side. Acid etched onto the obverse is an inscription of ARBEIT ADELT (LABOUR ENNOBLES) in