Large Crucifix, 1945 ''Bring Back'', 43rd Division BLA.

A very nice large Crucifix brought home from Europe a Spr Thompson 43 Division Headquarters BLA in 1945. All details are written to the back on a paper label. Cross measures over 15 inches in height. Condition is very good!
The 43rd {Wessex} Infantry Division landed in Normandy around the 24th of June, fought during Operation Epson, Hill 112,Mont Pincon, Market Garden ending with the crossing of the Rhine and the surrender of German forces at Luneburg Heath. This mob was also know as the Yellow Devils and by the Germans as the British SS Division! Nice item brought back from Europe by a member of the British Liberation Army.

Code: 60021