Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Badge, Military |
Catalog Number |
1973.07.03d |
Date |
ca. 1942 |
Material(s) |
Metal |
Dimensions |
H-2.375 W-1.875 inches |
Description |
This is a molded World War II German Waffen SS Infantry Assault Combat badge. The badge is oval and slightly convex in shape. It is silver colored and consists of an oak leaf wreath topped with the eagle holding a swastika in its talons and a rifle fitted with a bayonet and sholder strap lying diagonally across the badge. A pin clasp is attached to the back vertically. |
Collection |
W.A. Lutkemeier Collection |
Event |
World War II |
People |
Lutkemeier, W.A. |
Subjects |
Badges Infantry Military decorations Military life Military service Military uniforms Nazis Swastika World War II |
Search Terms |
German German Army Infantry Military uniforms World War, 1939-1945 |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |