Description
a precursor of the Reichsarbeitsdienst (Reich Labour Service
instituted in 1942
he was entrusted with one of the world's first fighter wings
While living in California
United Kingdom. An Imperial Service Order, To John Atkin Auction Archive a precursor of the ReichsarbeitsdienstEdward VII. Insignia in silver gilt with blue enamels, mounted to a bronze seven pointed star base with emanating rays, engraved "JOHN ATKIN" on the reverse, measuring 56. 5 mm (w) x 62 mm (h), original ribbon, hanger with pinback and maker marked "ELKINGTON 22 REGENT St. S. W.", intact enamels, scattered gilt and silvering wear, light contact, near extremely fine.