An 1869-1890 Lippe-Detmold Grand Cross In Gold Auction Archive He had "succeeded in destroying

He had "succeeded in destroying several aircraft on the ground when it is believed that he must have been hit by enemy flak

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one at the front and the other two at the left rear and right rear positions

his first flight was on August 9th 1939

An 1869-1890 Lippe-Detmold Grand Cross In Gold Auction Archive He had "succeeded in destroyingCross in Gold and enamels, with initials "LA" on reverse (1869 1890), 64. 5mm (x 92. 0mm including crown suspension), of superb quality manufacture, in virtually mint condition; with long original sash ribbon (not tied); a cross of a superb quality and top condition.