Falange Sleeve Badge as Worn by Members of the Spanish Blue Division (red embroidery on blue cloth
Footnote: The Medal of Suffering for the Motherland was a Spanish decoration
An additional 19 mm wide canvas strap is dual riveted to the body of the liner on the right side
Johnston was declared Killed in Action on August 27
along with enameled arabesques towards the bottom of the enameled ring
Japan, Imperial. An Imperial Japanese Visor Cap Hold Falange Sleeve Badge as WornA visor constructed of black wool with a black wool cap band, the obverse centre presents a golden bullion wire embroidered insignia over a circular black backing, with a black leather chinstrap affixed to the cap by two gilt buttons, each displaying a Chrysanthemum, the visor is constructed of Vulkanfiber, the interior presents a black rayon lining, measuring 18 cm (w) x 22. 5 cm (l) x 12. 5 cm (h), and in very fine condition.