Canada, Commonwealth. A Second War Memorial Cross to Flight Sergeant Karstens, KIA 1944 certificate_of_authenticity The document measures 204 mm

The document measures 204 mm x 276 mm (better than very fine condition)

The second document has a more official character

Lt McKenzie remained at his position bringing his group formation through enemy fire for a highly successful bombing run

Some tarnishing and loss of finish is evident to the metal and zink features of the dagger

Canada, Commonwealth. A Second War Memorial Cross to Flight Sergeant Karstens, KIA 1944 certificate_of_authenticity The document measures 204 mmA Memorial Cross, in silver, reverse engraved J 92361 P. O. W. O. A. G. W. R. KARSTENS R187513, the 6 oclock arm is marked LACKIE and STERLING, full size, with crown suspension bearing STERLING mark on reverse and horizontal pin, dark patina, remains better than very fine. Footnote: William Russell Karstens was born in November 1921, in Windsor, Ontario. He enlisted in the R. C. A. F on August 24, 1942, leaving his position as a telephone installer