Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge Newly Listed swing mounted as worn

swing mounted as worn

that young Frank had intended to return to Tillsonburg after the war

for more training

although he was asked to return it the following day

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge Newly Listed swing mounted as worn(Erdkampfabzeichen). Constructed of silvered and patinated zink; the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe eagle with outspread wings on the top, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground; the reverse plain with three rivets; vertical slender banjo style pinback with a sheet metal hinge and a rounded catch; measuring 43. 31 mm (w) x 56. 13 mm (h); in overall near very fine