United States. An Army Air Forces Pilot Badge, By A.e. Co. Hold Footnote: The Medal was founded

Footnote: The Medal was founded in 1814 by King Ferdinand VII in recognition of all the Spaniers who suffered several casualties in the defense of Spain against the French army of Napoleon at the Peninsular War

stating the he was with an Active Militia

He joined the Luftwaffe in the rank of Flieger (soldier in the Luftwaffe)

including the tall lighthouse

United States. An Army Air Forces Pilot Badge, By A.e. Co. Hold Footnote: The Medal was foundedIn sterling silver, maker marked "A. E. CO. UTICA N. Y" and marked "STERLING" on the reverse, measuring 77. 8 mm (w) x 22 mm (h), horizontal pinback, contact marks and surface wear, very fine.