Austria, Imperial. A Military Long Service Decoration, I Class for Officers Republic of fully lined on the obverse

fully lined on the obverse with smooth dark green wool

topped by an inscription of “NARVIK” and German national eagle perched on top of a wreathed swastika

on original ribbon with crown attached

engraver marked having worn off

Allen appears to have complained of extreme nervousness and continuous trembling during subsequent battles

Austria, Imperial. A Military Long Service Decoration, I Class for Officers Republic of fully lined on the obverse(Militrdienstzeichen fr 25 Jahre). Instituted September 19, 1849. Type I (1849 1867). In bronze gilt, a cross pattee with pebbled arms, the obverse features a superimposed silver doubleheaded eagle, the reverse features a mother of pearl cross, measures 33. 8 mm (w) x 37. 3 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), worn on original triangular ribbon, light wear, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: Type I decorations are denoted by a double headed eagle