Italy, Kingdom. An MVSN Anti-Aircraft Unit Sleeve Shield Province of China marked on reverse “Griesbach I

marked on reverse “Griesbach I Knaus

The purpose of the book is to clear Hodapp’s name and to prevent other businesses doing the same to their business rivals in the future

the crossguard with flared ends along with a protruding point in the centre on both sides

maker marked RZM M1/101

Italy, Kingdom. An MVSN Anti-Aircraft Unit Sleeve Shield Province of China marked on reverse “Griesbach IConstructed of an aluminum alloy, the obverse consisting of a black shield topped by an MSVN style Italian national eagle, bearing a central raised anti aircraft gun, circumscribed by an inscription of MILIZIA CONTROAEREI (ANTI AIRCRAFT MILITIA), perforated with three eyelets for sew on attachment, unmarked, measuring 55 mm (w) x 74. 3 mm (h), in extremely fine condition.