Poland, Republic. A Polish Cap Badge, Orzel Wz. 19 Model visually-hidden Measuring 252 mm long with

Measuring 252 mm long with the scabbard on

with its award certificate

but still scaled a 90-foot (27 m) cliff using ropes and bayonets to knock out a formidable enemy position that was sweeping the beach with deadly fire

but features a mark on the interior of the reverse cover reading “RENATE-ALBUM”

The objective of the operation was to capture the two Japanese airfields near Cape Gloucester

Poland, Republic. A Polish Cap Badge, Orzel Wz. 19 Model visually-hidden Measuring 252 mm long withIn stamped brass, depicting an eagle atop an amazon shield, reverse with two prongs for cap attachment, measures 44. 9 mm (w) x 61. 0 mm (h), light wear, very fine condition. Footnote: The Orzel Wz. 19 model was used widely by the Polish Army during the September and October 1939 offensive.