Original U.S. WWII Named Custom 17th Airborne, 513th PIR Distinguished Service Cross Recipient Ike Jacket Uniform Set - Major Irwin Edwards Brunswick Parts they were issued in fair

they were issued in fair numbers throughout the entire period and presumably worn

marked on the blade by maker Tigerwerk Lauterjung & Co

It consists of a left and right side plate

The sling definitely shows its age

Original U.S. WWII Named Custom 17th Airborne, 513th PIR Distinguished Service Cross Recipient Ike Jacket Uniform Set - Major Irwin Edwards Brunswick Parts they were issued in fairOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) is the United States Army's second highest military decoration for soldiers who display extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. Actions that merit the Distinguished Service Cross must be of such a high degree that they are above those required for all other U. S. combat decorations, but which do not meet the criteria for the Medal of Honor. There are over 5,000