A Bavarian Royal Merit Order Of St. Michael; First Class certificate_of_authenticity the couple is documented as

the couple is documented as having three children: Adam Crooks Jr

KENEE 65TH

The outward appearnace of all versions were similar because they had to meet certain set requirements

although only a Private showed conspicuous gallantry and determination in organising the small party which arrived at the final objective

The War Cross recognizes military service and feats of bravery performed between the years of 1940 and 1945

A Bavarian Royal Merit Order Of St. Michael; First Class certificate_of_authenticity the couple is documented asA Bavarian Royal Merit Order of St. Michael Brest Star First Class, in silver, center in Gold and enamels, 79mm, of French manufacture, with French silver hallmark (eagles head) on the pin and catch, circa 1860, of excellent quality manufacture, slightly worn, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: many Bavarian orders and awards were produced in France during early to mid 19th Century.