Russia, Imperial. A Cross Of St. George For The Russo-Turkish War Of 1877-78, Iv Class, No. 72537, C.1877 United Republic of Major von Pittel became entrenched

Major von Pittel became entrenched in an increasingly rapid-fire battle at Fort Goražde

on full-length original neck ribbon with slotted clasp

Constructed of bronze gilt and dark blue enamels

George V (19238 Pte

He joined the Nazi Party in 1920

Russia, Imperial. A Cross Of St. George For The Russo-Turkish War Of 1877-78, Iv Class, No. 72537, C.1877 United Republic of Major von Pittel became entrenchedA very sparse St. George Cross for the 1877 78 Russo Turkish War, consisting of a four armed cross Pattee in silver, obverse presenting an engraved figure of Saint George on the central medallion, reverse bearing royal monogram of Alexandre II on the medallion, arms are numbered 72537, with the class name on the 6 oclock arm, measuring 34. 31mm x 44. 55mm (h inclusive of the eyelet), strong toned silver, otherwise very good condition. Footnote: This