Germany, Imperial. A 1914 Iron Cross First Class By K.a.g. Archive where the truth was finally

where the truth was finally revealed: Connaughton's real birthdate was March 1

A silver grade Infantry badge (Verwundetenabzeichen)

moderate soiling

the later ones during what is presumably his basic military training

this style with this reverse having the safety pin-back

Germany, Imperial. A 1914 Iron Cross First Class By K.a.g. Archive where the truth was finally(1914 Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse). A Cross Patte of multi piece construction with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed silver border, with the re institution date 1914 in raised numbering on the lower arm, reverse plain with a barrel hinge, banjo style pinback, and round wire catch, pinback marked K. A. G. for unknown maker, measuring 43. 22 mm (w) x 43. 25 mm (h) weighing 14. 5 grams, in better than very fine condition.