Germany, Freikorps. A II. Marine-Brigade Wilhelmshaven Sleeve Insignia consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac the reverse with a standard

the reverse with a standard double-claw prongs and stamped catch

Admiral Sir James Somerville had taken up command as Commander-in-Chief

This could corroborate with his medical records which indicate failing health

then re-designated as the Royal Highlanders of Canada on March 29

Instituted May 18

Germany, Freikorps. A II. Marine-Brigade Wilhelmshaven Sleeve Insignia consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac the reverse with a standard(rmelabzeichen der II. Marinebrigade Wilhemshaven). Constructed of silvered magnetic iron, the obverse consisting of an oval knotted rope wreath, surrounding a central Viking longship cutting through waves, situated above a banner bearing a raised inscription of WILHELMSHAVEN, in turn emanating from an oak leaf wreath, perforated at cardinal points with dual eyelets for sew on attachment, demonstrating minor loss of finish throughout, a cut out and