Veteran Bring Back WWII German Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge-This is produced in zinc and is missing most of the original finish. This is a two piece example. The silver eagle retains its finish and has excellent details. You can see the silver pin of the eagle on the reverse of the badge. The hinge and catch are crimped into the badge. The pin has some of the original silver finish remaining. Sound condition overall! This was brought home by a US Army Corp veteran. We will supply the name of the soldier to the buyer.
History: These were instituted by order of Reich Marshall Göring on March 31, 1942. To receive the badge, it was required you take part in three separate ground attacks in combat or combat support capacity. The member had to be either directly involved in the assault or hand to hand combat or be directly supporting such action. Members killed in action were automatically awarded the badge. Members of Assault Gun Units and Parachute Units were authorized to receive the badge, providing they met the same qualifications, but on three separate combat days. The badge takes the form of a matte silver oak leaf wreath surmounted by a Luftwaffe eagle. The center portion is a lightning bolt striking from a cloud, both darkened.