qualifying him for the Egypt Medal with Suakin clasp
the book design by Insight Graphics of Pretoria
He was promoted to Gefreiter (Lance Corporal)
Uvex and Auer
Fabricated from black wool on the exterior
Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Republic of qualifying him for the EgyptInstituted November 1 1943. In silver gilt and enamels, multi piece construction, central medallion features propeller arms and a central sword with wings, encircled by a blue ring inscribed AERONAUTICO MERITO, the reverse features Brazilian symbolism, wing suspension, measures 62. 7 mm (w) x 73. 1 mm (h), worn on full length neck ribbon with ties on the ends, medallion is loose and spins, dark patina, in very fine condition.