Germany, Luftwaffe. An Observer’s Badge Presentation Case United Republic of for the subscription of newspaper

for the subscription of newspaper “Buxtehuder Tageblatt” for the month of April 1943

Unwin is on record as having re-engaged for five year terms of service on October 12

also in Gold (typical construction of mid 19th Century period)

Footnote: William Blane's original name was William Burriss Engelbrecht

Germany, Luftwaffe. An Observer’s Badge Presentation Case United Republic of for the subscription of newspaper(Beobachterabzeichen Kasten). A period original case consisting of a hard shelled, navy blue exterior with Beobachterabz. stamped in gilt Gothic script on the lid, a blue velveteen interior lining of the slotted medal bed, with functional magnetic hinge and catch, measuring 78 mm (w) x 78 mm (l) x 23 (h), exterior shows wear, and in very fine condition.