California 113California 113 crosses the Sacramento River on this drawbridge near Knights Landing. It was built in 1933 and expanded to its current configuration in 1949. This view looks north toward the Yolo-Sutter County Line. Photo taken 01/01/05.California 113 begins at California 12 between Birds Landing and Rio Vista, then leads north to Dixon before merging with Interstate 80 eastbound. California 113 turns north as a freeway at Davis, and it meets Interstate 5 at Woodland. After merging briefly with Interstate 5, California 113 continues north, parallel to the Sacramento River. It ends at California 99 south of Marysville.Between Interstate 80 in Davis and Interstate 5 in Woodland, the route of today's California 113 parallels Historic U.S.

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At Woodland, U.S. 99W turned north via today's Interstate 5 toward Williams and Red Bluff. Similarly, between Interstate 80 in Davis and California 99, California 113 follows a portion of old U.S.

40 Alternate. After following California 99 (and old California 24) north to Yuba City, U.S. 40 Alternate turned onto California 70 north en route to the Feather River Canyon. California 113 southCalifornia 113 begins its southbound journey upon separating from California 99 south of Yuba City. Between California 99 and Interstate 5, California 113 follows original California 24 and U.S. 40 Alternate. Since this picture was taken, the California 99/113 intersection was realigned to match up with Tudor Road, and a traffic signal was installed to govern the flow of traffic.

Photo taken 01/01/05.Rain set in as we follow California 113 southwest toward Knights Landing and Woodland. Not shown in this series of pictures are the separation of California 113 from Tudor Road and the Sutter Causeway bridge over the Sutter Bypass. The Sutter Bypass allows for floodwaters to be carried through the rural farmlands rather than through urban areas, thus reducing potential damage caused by California's often unpredictable weather. It begins at the Sacramento River near Sutter Buttes (east of Colusa) and extends southeast to merge with the Feather River and ultimately with the Sacramento River again near Verona. Photo taken 01/01/05. Leaving the sogginess behind, late-day sun brought a dual rainbow over the fertile fields of the Sacramento Valley, as seen from California 113.

Photos taken 01/01/05.The rainbow in the last picture was taken near the point where California 113 passes under the Pacific Gas & Electric 500kV power line that connects the Tracy substation to the south with the Table Mountain substation to the north (near Oroville). Photo taken 01/01/05.This California 113 south reassurance shield is posted prior to the Sacramento River crossing.

Photo taken 01/01/05.California 113 uses a drawbridge to cross over the Sacramento River near Knights Landing. This bridge was built in 1933 and widened in 1949. At this point, California 113 leaves Sutter County and enters Yolo County. Photos taken 01/01/05.California 113 enters the unincorporated community of Knights Landing. Photos taken 01/01/05.In Knights Landing, southbound California 113 meets California 45, which travels north along the west bank of the Sacramento River to Grimes, Colusa, and Hamilton City.

Photos taken 01/01/05.California 113 proceeds south out of Knights Landing and crosses the Ridge Cut Slough just west of Knights Landing. Immediately after this intersection, California 113 will approach its junction with Yolo County E-8, which travels south along Road 102 en route to a junction with Interstate 5 Exit 536 just east of Woodland. Photo taken 01/15/06.This wide bridge that carries California 113 over Ridge Cut Slough was built in 1994. Photo taken 01/15/06.After crossing the Ridge Cut Slough, southbound California 113 splits with Yolo County E-8, which travels south along Road 102 en route to a junction with Interstate 5 Exit 536 just east of Woodland. Turn right to continue on California 113 south to Woodland, or stay left to follow E-8 south to south Woodland. Both routes are relatively fast ways to Interstate 5.

Photo taken 01/15/06.A small Yolo County E-8 trailblazer is posted just after the guide sign pointing to the continuation of California 113. Photo taken 01/01/05.Leaving the Yolo County E-8 intersection, California 113 proceeds south toward Woodland. Photo taken 01/01/05.Southbound California 113 approaches Yolo County E-10 and Yolo County E-11. E-10 follows Road 13 west to Zamora and Interstate 5; E-11 follows Road 99E north to Road 108, then follows Road 98A to its northern terminus at California 45. A portion of Yolo County E-11 is unpaved. Photos taken 01/01/05.Leaving the Yolo County E-10 and E-11 intersection, California 113 proceeds south again toward Woodland.

Photo taken 01/01/05.California 113 next crosses over Cache Creek via this 1960 bridge. Cache Creek flows from Clear Lake southeast to the Sacramento River. Parts of the Cache Creek are paralleled by California 16 west of Woodland. Photo taken 01/01/05.Rain clouds continue to gather as we follow California 113 toward Woodland. Photo taken 01/01/05.California 113 crosses a railroad track just before reaching Interstate 5. Photo taken 01/01/05.Southbound California 113 approaches Interstate 5. A loop ramp connects to Interstate 5 north to Williams, Red Bluff, and Redding.

The second left connects to Interstate 5 south to Sacramento and California 113 south to Davis. Beyond I-5, East Street continues south into Downtown Woodland as a locally maintained road. Photos taken 01/01/05.Interstate 5 & California 113 southThe next exit along southbound Interstate 5 is Exit 537, California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) south to Davis. This section of California 113 is a freeway, and it offers a good connection to Interstate 80 west to Dixon, Vacaville, and Fairfield without having to travel through West Sacramento. Photo taken 05/29/06.California 113 south also serves as the connection to Business Loop I-5 (Main Street) west to downtown Woodland.

There is no direct connection from Interstate 5 south to Business Loop I-5 west to Woodland. Historic U.S. 99W and former U.S. 40 Alternate follow the California 113 corridor from Woodland south to Davis; it did not continue along the Interstate 5 corridor. Photo taken 05/29/06.Southbound Interstate 5 reaches Exit 537, California 113 south to Business Loop I-5 (Main Street) west and to the city of Davis.

This freeway connects to Interstate 80 at Davis, and it provides a westerly bypass around Sacramento between Interstate 5 and Interstate 80. California 113 continues south of Interstate 80 as a rural road, terminating at California 12 west of Rio Vista. For the first time, Interstate 5 is signed for both Sacramento and Los Angeles. Los Angeles will remain the southbound control city from here south all the way to near the Interstate 10 interchange near downtown Los Angeles. Photo taken 05/29/06.California 113 southCalifornia 113 splits away from Interstate 5, now as a freeway connecting Woodland with Davis. The first interchange along California 113 south will be with Business Loop I-5 (Main Street) (Exit 37). Photo taken 01/01/05.Business Loop I-5 (Main Street) travels west into downtown Woodland.

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Photo taken 01/01/05.Southbound California 113 meets Exit 37, Business Loop I-5 (Main Street). Photo taken 01/01/05.The next exit along California 113 south is Exit 36, Gibson Road. Photo taken 01/01/05.Southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) meets Exit 36, Gibson Road. Photo taken 01/01/05.Two miles south, California 113 next meets Exit 34, Road 25A.

Photo taken 01/01/05.The next exit along California 113 south is Exit 33, Road 27. Photo taken 01/01/05.The next exit along California 113 south is Exit 31, Road 29. Photo taken 01/01/05.Southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) meets Exit 31, Road 29. Photo taken 01/01/05.The next exit along California 113 south is Exit 29, Yolo County E-6 (Covell Boulevard) west to Winters and east to Davis. Photo taken 01/01/05.E-6 is an east-west county highway that extends from Davis west to Winters, where it meets California 128 en route to Napa Valley and Calistoga. Photo taken 01/01/05.Southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) reaches Exit 29, Yolo County E-6 (Covell Boulevard) west to Winters and east to Davis. Photo taken 01/01/05.The next exit along southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) is Exit 28, Russell Boulevard.

Photo taken 01/01/05.Traveling through the city of Davis, southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) reaches Exit 28, Russell Boulevard. Davis had a population of 60,308 as of 2000 Census and is home to the University of California at Davis. The city sits in the Central Valley west of Sacramento at the intersection of Interstate 80 and California 113.

Davis was incorporated on March 28, 1917. Photo taken 07/07/07.The next exit along southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) is Exit 27, Hutchinson Drive to the University of California at Davis. Photo taken 07/07/07.After Exit 27, Hutchinson Drive, the final exits along Vic Fazio Highway south will be Exits 26B-A, Interstate 80 west to San Francisco and east to Sacramento and Reno. Photo taken 07/07/07.The right lane of southbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) becomes exit only for Exit 27, Hutchinson Drive to the University of California at Davis. Photo taken 07/07/07.After the off-ramp to Hutchinson Drive, southbound California 113 approaches the junction with Interstate 80. To the University of California at Davis - Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center, follow the ramp to Interstate 80 east. Photo taken 07/07/07.The left two lanes of southbound California 113 connect to Interstate 80 west to Vacaville, Fairfield, Vallejo, Richmond, Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.

The right lane connects to Interstate 80 east to Sacramento as well as a ramp to the University of California at Davis - Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center. Photo taken 07/07/07.Although not signed, southbound California 113 follows the ramp to Interstate 80 west. Stay right to follow the ramp to Interstate 80 east to Sacramento and Reno.

Photo taken 07/07/07.After the ramps split from the Vic Fazio Highway, California 113 leaves Yolo County and enters Solano County. Photo taken 07/07/07.Now on the transition ramp from California 113 south to Interstate 80 east is a ramp to the University of California at Davis, including the Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center. (This ramp is signed as Exit 71 from the mainline of Interstate 80 east.) Photo taken 07/07/07.Exit here to the University of California at Davis and the Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center. Stay left to connect to Interstate 80 east to Sacramento. Xps 420 ethernet driver.

Photo taken 07/07/07.An overhead sign is posted for the split between UC Davis and Interstate 80 east. Photo taken 07/07/07.California 113 northCalifornia 113 begins in the California Delta region at California 12 about midway between Fairfield and Rio Vista. Initially, this state route is a narrow, lightly traveled two-lane highway that gradually builds in importance as it approaches Dixon.

Photo taken 12/31/04.In Dixon, northbound California 113 meets Interstate 80. California 113 north will join with Interstate 80 east, sharing pavement between Dixon and Davis. Photo taken 12/31/04.California 113 is well signed for its shared alignment with Interstate 80.

Photo taken 12/31/04.Leaving Interstate 80 at Exit 70, California 113 resumes its northbound journey between Davis and Woodland. California 113 was constructed as a four-lane freeway between Interstate 80 and Interstate 5 on an alignment parallel to Old U.S. 99W and Old U.S. 40 Alternate. Photo taken 12/27/04.The first exit along California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) north is Exit 27, Hutchinson Drive to the University of California at Davis.

An overhead ramp carries traffic from California 113 south onto Interstate 80 east. Photo taken 12/27/04.California 113 leaves Solano County and enters Yolo County. Photo taken 12/27/04.The right lane of California 113 north becomes exit only for Exit 27, Hutchinson Drive. Take Hutchinson Drive east to the University of California at Davis campus. To the west, Hutchinson Drive connects to Pedrick Road.

Photo taken 12/27/04.Passing under Hutchinson Drive, the next interchange along California 113 north is Exit 28, Russell Boulevard. Use Russell Boulevard east to downtown Davis. Photo taken 12/27/04.The right lane of California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) north becomes exit only for Exit 28, Russell Boulevard. A major east-west arterial, Russell Boulevard is the original path of U.S. 40/Lincoln Highway through western Davis.

Photo taken 12/27/04.Passing under Russell Boulevard, the next interchange along California 113 north is Exit 29, Yolo County E-6 (Covell Boulevard) east to Davis and west to Winters. Photo taken 12/27/04.Yolo County E-6 travels west from this interchange along Covell Boulevard, which becomes Road 31 upon leaving Davis. E-6 then proceeds east along Road 31, shifts southwest a bit via Road 93A, then curves west again via Road 32 (Russell Boulevard) for the final distance to Winters. At the interchange with Interstate 505, westbound E-6 transitions directly onto California 128 west en route to Napa Valley and Calistoga. Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 reaches Exit 29, Yolo County E-6 (Covell Boulevard) east to Davis and west to Winters.

Photo taken 12/27/04.This mileage sign along California 113 north provides the distance to Woodland (seven miles), Interstate 5 (nine miles), and Yuba City (47 miles). Photo taken 12/27/04.Now north of Davis and back into rural lands, the next exit along California 113 north is Exit 31, Road 29 (one mile). Photo taken 12/27/04.California 113 is the Vic Fazio Highway between Interstate 80 and Interstate 5. Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 reaches Exit 31, Road 29.

Photo taken 12/27/04.The next exit along California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) north is Exit 33, Road 27 (one mile). Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) meets Exit 33, Road 27. Photo taken 12/27/04.The next exit along California 113 north is Exit 34, Road 25A (one mile). Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) meets Exit 34, Road 25A. Photo taken 12/27/04.The next exit along California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) north is Exit 36, Gibson Road (0.75 mile).

Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) meets Exit 36, Gibson Road. Photo taken 12/27/04.California 113 enters the city of, which is the seat of Yolo County. Woodland was incorporated on February 22, 1871, and it had a population of 55,468 as of the 2010 Census. Photo taken 12/27/04.The next interchange along California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) connects to Main Street, which serves as the Interstate 5 business route through Woodland. It is also the only route from California 113 north to Interstate 5 south. Photo taken 12/27/04.Use Main Street west into downtown Woodland.

Business Loop I-5 travels west along Main Street, then turns north along with California 16 and Yolo County E-7 via Road 98 to end at Interstate 5 Exit 541. Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 (Vic Fazio Highway) meets Exit 37, Business Loop I-5 (Main Street) west to downtown Woodland or east to Interstate 5 south. After this off-ramp, the left two lanes of California 113 north will merge with Interstate 5 north briefly, then separate soon thereafter. Photo taken 12/27/04.Now on the off-ramp from California 113, turn left for Business Loop I-5 (Main Street) west to downtown Woodland or east to Interstate 5 south.

Photo taken 12/27/04.Northbound California 113 crosses over the Sacramento River in Knights Landing via this drawbridge, which was built in 1933 and expanded in 1949. Photos taken 01/01/05.Skipping ahead north of the river crossing, California 113 proceeds north (along with Historic U.S. 40 Alternate and Historic California 24) between Woodland and Yuba City. This California 113 north reasurance shield is posted along the two-lane section north of Woodland. Photo taken by Joel Windmiller (03/29/01).California 113 scenesThis view looks north at the Sacramento River as seen from the Knights Landing bridge along California 113.

Photo taken 01/01/05.California 113 shield near Dixon north of California 12. Photo taken by Trevor Carrier (Summer 2002).California 113 freeway entrance shield on the freeway section between Interstate 80 (Davis) and Interstate 5 (Woodland). Photo taken by Joel Windmiller (03/29/01).California 113 at Yolo County E-10. Northbound County Route E-10 leads to California 45 south of Tyndall Landing. Photo taken by Joel Windmiller (03/29/01).

Swat the Shopping Bug to view related military items!WWII German Iron Cross Second Class -The Iron Cross is perhaps the most recognizable award of World War two. It was issued to soldiers inrecognition for bravery.

The Iron Cross employed during WWII is very similar to that used during.The major differences between the two periods are the dates displayed in the lower arm of the crossand the absecense of a Swastika in the WWI type.The Iron Cross was first introduced in 1813 to reward Prussian troops who were engaged in combat withFrance and Napoleon. The actual documentation for the award was issued on March 20th 1813. The originalintent was to make the cross a campaign award.

It was supposed to replace other state awards such as thePour le Merit.There were several versions of the Iron Cross. This award has a pin back anddoes not hang from a ribbon. Second Class Iron Cross - The award has a Award has an upper loop where a ring is attached allowing it to besuspended via a ribbon. This is the award featured on this page. Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross - Introduced on September of 1939. Designed to bridge the gap between theIron Cross First Class and the Grand Cross. Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves - Introduced on 3 June 1940.

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and swords - Introduced on 15 July 1941. Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, swords and diamonds - Introduced on 15 July 1941. Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Golden Oak Leaves, swords and diamonds - Instituted on January 1945.awarded to only one person. Hans Ulrich Rudel. Star of the Grand Cross of the Iron Cross - This is a prototype award.

Grand Cross of the Iron Cross - Instituted on September 1st 1939. Identical to the Second Class Iron Crossexcept that bigger.IRON CROSS DESIGNThe design of the award consisted of a cross with arms that get wider as they extend from the center.The top arm has a built-in loop. This is where the ring that holds the ribbin is connected. The bodyof the cross is outlined by a ribbed ridge. It is placed about a quarter of an inch away from theedge of the cross.

It follows the contour of the body. The area inside the ridge is painted black.The outer perimeter is of silver color.The front of the Iron Cross has a raised Swastika in the center. Just below the symbol is the date1939.

The back of the cross displays the date of 1813 in the bottom arm.The Iron cross is manufactured of.The Iron Cross is constructed of three pieces. Two identical frames in the shape of the cross with thecenter being a third piece consisting of a solid, thin surface. The two frames are pushed togethersandwhiching the center piece.Because of the construction type, When the cross is turned on its side, a seam should be visible in thecenter of the arm.

Sometimes it is hard to see but it is present.It is interesting to note that the original design for the Iron Cross was supposed to be a cross platte with asquare box center. The box contaimned the Royal Ciphersurmounted by the Crown of Prussia. Each arm had a sprigof oak leaves superimposed.The quarters of the cross were semi-filled and the date of instigation was applied, one number per arm.The cross was to be suspended from a ribbon consisting of black stripes of Black, white, broad black, white andblack, which are the colors of Prussia.It was decided not to adopt this design. Instead, the work submited by Karl Friedrich Schinkel was adopted.This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German badges and awards. Multipledetailed photos of a specific sample are provided.

Descriptions point out clearly defined pointsthat should be noted.One of the most commonly asked questions is 'How much is my WWII German badge worth?' A priceguide is included here to address this question. The value of the badges and awards is reviewedover a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the Germanbadges in the collector's market is illustrated.This service is provided free of charge to the visitor/enthusiast courtesy of,a company dedicated to the preservation of military history and to providing quality militaryantiques and collectibles to museums, institutions and the general public.WANT TO LEARN MORE?.The 'Military minute' is a series of instructional videos created by MilitaryItems.com for the purpose ofproviding basic information about military collectibles. The idea is to expose people to the excitingworld of military collectibles.The video presentation coupled with detailed photographs and written information, including a militarycollectible's price guide, enhances the visitor's experience.Whether you are a long time collector, a beginner or simply have an interest in the history and value ofeach collectible, we hope that you find the information presented here useful.MANUFACTURING MARKINGSThe German military complex during WWII was very concerned about the quality of their equipment. From the weapons rightdown to the medals and awards.

In the early days of the Third Reich many badges were designed, manufactured and issuedwithout any standardize form of quality control.Note that the ring of this example is marked with the number 21. This is thefor the company that manufactured the cross.HOW THE IRON CROSS WAS PRESENTEDThe Iron cross was usually issued in a paper envelope. It could be blue or beige in color. It had a printedwords in the front along with the date of 1939, which is the date when the award was adopted by the Third Reich.The award was also issued on a box. Although this was not a common occurance. The photo to the right illustrateswhat the box looks like.IRON CROSS DOCUMENTSEvery Iron Cross was given to the soldier with an award document. This consisted of a khaki piece of paper.

In mostinstances the drawing of an Iron Cross was found top center. Printed words included 'Im Namen des Fuhrers, verleiheich dem, das Eiserne Kreuz 2.Klasse', which translates to 'In the name of the Fuhrer I bestow the Iron Cross 2 class'.The rest of the information is typed. It contains the name of the person, his title, assignment and the date inwhich the award is issued.The document is signed by the person who awarded it. An official stamp is applied to one corner. This is a verysimple document that does not have much fanfare.The document is signed by the person who awarded it. An official stamp is applied to one corner.

This is a verysimple document that does not have much fanfare.BY THE NUMBERSIt is hard to determine the exact number of Iron Crosses that were produced. However, thanks to the record keepingmaintained by the Wehrmacht, it is possible to find how many crosses were actually issued.The actual number of Iron Crosses produced is greater than the number that was issue. It must be accounted that thearmed forces would have a stock in hand so it could replace lost ones and issue new awards.

In addition the factorieswere likely to have warehouses with inventory at hand. The Iron Cross was one of the awards most widely distributedduring WWII.The population of Germany in 1939 was approximately 64,000,000.COLLECTING IRON CROSSESCollecting Third Reich memorabilia is a field that has been growing since the days the GI's rummaged around Europebringing back military souvenirs.

German soldiers wore many of their awards on their uniforms when they went to battle.Once the soldier was killed or captured, the American soldiers would take the awards as war trophies. Eventually allthese pieces came back to the United States where military history enthusiasts began to collect them.' I am trying to figure out if I should get into collecting Infantry Assault badges.' Determining which military badges to collect can be a challenging decision.

The combination of availabiilty andcost will often set the pace of what can be collected.The adjacent table outlines some of the advantages and disadvantages of collecting the Infantry Assault badge.IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS VARIATIONSThe Iron Cross 2nd Class was produced by several manufacturers and in different configurations.The following section displays some of the different types that were produced. It is a good idea to take a look toas many examples as possible in order to learn more about the subject.This award is currently being.It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the qualityof the reproductions is improving.

The collector must become familiarized with the construction styleand materials employed in the manufacturing of this badge. Attention to the details is critical inorder to be able to determine the authenticity of the badge.If you have an interest is seeing other badges and awards of the Third Reich, you can do so by goingto ouridentification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine) andAir Force (Luftwaffe) items.PRICING GUIDE INFORMATIONThe value for WWII German Combat badges and other military antiques and collectiblesis provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a generalinterest on the field. The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state andevery country. This service is provided courtesy ofThe source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.Year20162017Value$85.00$100.00$125.00$150.00$150.00$150.00$160.00$175.00$175.00$150.00$140.00$130.00CommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonCommonBBBBBBBBBBBBWhile the item featured here is not for sale, similar items like it are available forpurchase in our websiteMARKET ANALYSISThe Iron Cross is a very iconic award of WWII. Itis generally well liked by collectors and sought after.

Theexample shown here shows no flws and comes with the ribbon. It is also manufacturer marked on the ring. Itis expected the value will go up gradually over the years. A market correction has occured with this award.It is a normal event.