A First War George V Distinguished Service Order GTRexclude Medal for the Defence of

Medal for the Defence of Rome

centre in Gold

Footnote: The Winterhilfswerk (WHW = Winter Help Work) was an annual drive by the Nationalsozialistische Volkswohlfahrt (the National Socialist People’s Welfare Organization) to help finance charitable work

printed signature of Henry L

A First War George V Distinguished Service Order GTRexclude Medal for the Defence ofA First War George V Distinguished Service Order George V. Silver gilt and enamels, 41. 5 mm, crown and GRV cypher loose on the centrepieces, gilt wear and contact marks evident, very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "D. S. O." on the lid, maker marked "GARRARD & Co Ltd" on the worn inside lid, recessed medal bed, light contact and scattered scuffing on the exterior, case also very fine. (C: 4)