Germany. A Hj Proficiency Badge, Silver Grade, By Karl Wurster, Lüdenscheid United Republic of one of which is a

one of which is a replacement

It is worthy to note that when he later joined the Royal Flying Corps

Willis-O'Connor was promoted to Lieutenant-Colonel on May 21

Commanding Officer of 1 RCR has been called one of Canada's most respected soldiers

documented on September 21

Germany. A Hj Proficiency Badge, Silver Grade, By Karl Wurster, Lüdenscheid United Republic of one of which is a(Leistungsabzeichen der HJ in Silber). Constructed of silvered zink; the obverse consisting of an upward pointing arrow with a broad ring at the base, inscribed Fr Leistungen der HJ (German For Proficiency in the HJ), with a mobile swastika centrally oriented between the ring; vertical pinback; maker marked RZM M1 34 for Karl Wurster, Ldenscheid on the reverse; measuring 30 mm (w) x 51 mm (h); in overall very fine condition.