St. George Awards
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Badge of Distinction of the Military Order with Cypher of
Alexander I, #3585 (also known as St. George Cross for the
Prussian Allies), 1839. Extremely rare Russian award to
Prussian veterans of Napoleonic Wars. This parctcular piece
was awarded to a Feldwebel (Sergeant) of the First Silesian
Infantry Regiment. In superb condition and includes old,
probably original German suspension with St. George ribbon.

Badge of Distinction of the Military Order of St. George, 3rd cl., #14825, awarded
to an infantry NCO for the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-05. In very fine to
excellent condition, far above average for an award of its vintage, especially the
3rd class. The name of the recipient has been determined using published Russian
archival records.

St. George Cross for Bravery, 4th cl., #575455, awarded to a member of the crew
of American-made M1895 Colt-Browning Machine Gun, 27th "Vitebesk" Infantry
Regiment, Western Front. The award was issued for distinction in combat on the
second day of the ill-fated Russian offensive in Belorussia in March 1916 (the
operation had been timed to relieve German pressure on Verdun. After some minor
initial gains, failed miserably due to inadequate planning). The Cross is in very
fine to excellent condition, has beautifully preserved details and shows
attractive patina.