Not much real information other than the regulations and orders establishing the awarding policies for the wound badge during the two world wars. It was awarded in three grades depending on the number andor type of injuries in wartime. Awarded for gallantry in combat action during the 1870 1871 franco prussian war. Many group members have mentioned collections of world war ii books that made a huge difference for them. Make offer original wwi german wound badge in silver. Make offer world war 1 german pilot badge red baron. Wound badge third reich army badges germany europe.
The first ever wound badge in german history was presented during world war i 1939 wound badges world war ii wound badges were presented in black, silver and gold july 1944 wound badge wound badge presented for the 20th of july assassination attempt on hitler wound badge index service awards index wehrmachtawards index. Cs1507 a black wound badge, made in the style of the no. Ww1 german hollow back black wound badge no makers mark. Hitler presented all the survivors with the especial wound badge and a unique document in a ceremony on september 2nd, 1944. Comprehensive comparison of the variations of the german wound badge 1914 through 1957. The badge comprises of a laurel leave wreath with seven bunches of three leaves with two laurel ber. It was awarded to members in the reichswehr, the wehrmacht, ss and the auxiliary service organizations during. Ww1 wound badge in silver world war 1 ww1 wound badge in silver verwundeten abzeichen in silber 1918. The badge has some tarnishing to it, please take a look at the photographs.
This badge would have been awarded for two wounds, and some estimate. In this video, we will be looking at a german wound badge 3rd class. Reproduction ww2 german wound badge the history bunker. British soldiers have not been awarded wound stripes for any conflict after world war two. Between the world wars, it was awarded to members of the german armed forces who fought on the nationalist side of the spanish civil war, 193839, and received. Comprehensive comparison of the variations of the german. Ww1 wound black imperial 1 badge german ww1 imperial german.
World war one created thousands of casualties from physical wounds, illness, and emotional trauma. Please view all photos and email any questions prior to bidding, as all sales are final. Ww1 wound badge in black world war 1 ww1 wound badge in black verwundeten abzeichen in schwarz 1918. The badge is in fairly good condition for age some wear to the paint, please take a look at the photographs. The magnetic steel badge is complete with its functional pin and catch. A yellow cloth version was introduced for use with battle dress. The verwundetenabzeichen, in black, was a warded for receiving one to two wounds from hostile action, it was also awarded for frostbite. Bianchi imperial wound badge the history of the german wound badge dates back to world war i. The badge shows wear and tear, but nothing too bad. World war one german second class silver wound badge. On july 26 1957, the west german ministry of the interior included the wound badge in its revision of regulations regarding world war ii awards and decorations. Infanterie sturmabzeichen is a german nazi war badge awarded to waffenss and wehrmacht heer soldiers from the second world war. Since 1975 the regalia specialist has specialized in supplying top quality replica and original military awards and insignia to museums, collectors and the movie industry. German wwii reproduction fine details correct hinge, pin and catch black wound badge 3rd class wounded 1 or 2 times silver wound badge 2nd class wounded 3 or 4 times gold wound badge 1st class wounded 5 or more times.
Original ww1 era german military black wound badge. German wound badges in world war ii is an excellent account of one of the older badges in the german military inventory. Between the world wars, it was awarded to members of the german armed forces who fought on the nationalist side of the spanish civil war, 19381939 and received. This book is one of a series of translations from german books published by schiffer. Verwundetenabzeichen was a german military decoration first promulgated by wilhelm ii, german emperor on 3 march 1918, which was awarded to soldiers of the german army that were wounded during world war i. War badges of the wehrmacht world war ii german army page of the german world war ii medals, awards and decorations. Wwii german wound badge in blacksold ward militaria. Kaiser wilhelm ii established the first german military wound badge verwundetenzbzeichen on march 3rd, 1918, with a the declaration stating that it. This prompted hitler to reinstitute an award dating back to wwi, the wound badge. Its showing a very dark agepatina but is in my opinion a silver grade example. The ystraps have most likely been reissued during the reichswehrwehrmacht period. Previous awards during world war one were designated by a single red cloth stripe. The badge, sometimes known as the discharge badge, the wound badge or services rendered badge, was first issued in september 1916, along with an official certificate of entitlement.
The wound badge verwundetenabzeichen, was a military decoration first promulgated by wilhelm ii german emperor on 3 march 1918, which was awarded to wounded or frostbitten soldiers of the imperial german army, during world war i. World war one german second class black wound badge. German army ww2 1957 issue german wound badge in gold. The silver wound badge was awarded to those who were wounded three or four times by hostile action including air raids, or frostbitten in the line of duty. Fake black wounds badges third reich medals and badges. Wwii german nazi tank destruction badge militaryrelics. Wwii german wound badge black original trade in military. Germany 19331945 47 the notable figures auction series the estate of ssobergruppenfuhrer arthur. All items in this sale came out of a single estate collection. Ww1 imperial german wound black badge 1 ww1 imperial. The silver war badge was issued in the united kingdom and the british empire to service personnel who had been honourably discharged due to wounds or sickness from military service in world war i.
Issued during world war i and subsequently instituted on 1 september 1939, author rolf michaelis has written a concise and excellent primer of this combat insignia. No makers marks you will receive the item photographed above. They are far surpassed by prior and other books available. The history bunker ltd 263a whitehall road leeds ls12 6er. The nonmagnetic badge is complete with its functional pin and catch. Wwii german kriegsmarine destroyer war badge militaryrelics. The world war ii set is one of the longest sets by timelife 39 books and it remains one of the most popular.
To start the new database off i thought i would start with a popular badge the good old wound badge. Civilians were awarded the wound badge after march of 1943 due to the increasing number of people killed or wounded as a result of the allied bombing campaign. An original world war one german wound badge black class. Wwii german spange clasp to the iron cross, 2nd class militaryrelics.
The badge was reintroduced in 1944 for the second world war 19391945 and was discontinued after 1946. Check out the deal on wwi german army wound badge in silver at flying tiger antiques online store. That badge was a vertical oval wreath of laurel leaves. The wound badge or verwundetenabzeichen in german is a military decoration initially awarded to wounded or frostbitten soldiers of the imperial german army during world war i and first promulgated by wilhelm ii, german emperor on 3 march 1918. The award is of magnetic steel and retains approximately 85% of.
Ww1 german hollow back silver wound badge 2nd class issue for being wounded 34 times. In general though, the wound badge was looked upon highly, as it was a sign that one suffered for his country, especially so in the case of the silver and gold versions of the badge. An original wwii german wound badge in black verwundetenabzeichen in schwarz, constructed of stamped brass which is of the standard early design, it is an unmarked example and of an unknown manufacturer, well worn with nice even wear, early war type. Three piece construction with an iron magnetic center. The badge is in the form of an embossed oval shaped laurel leaf wreath, featuring an embossed m35 pattern helmet with a swastika in the center, over crossed swords. The badge has the hinge and hook fixings that you would expect to find from this maker. P6 a mid to late war black wound badge from wwii in nice condition. Ww2 wwii german wound badge medal in silver 1957 vet legion award wldo box. The first world war created thousands of casualties. Get the best deals on original ww i german badges when you shop the largest online selection at. Schiffer publishing german wound badges in world war ii first established by kaiser wilhelm ii in 1918, the badge for wounded soldiers was reestablished by the wehrmacht during the spanish civil war, and then later at the beginning of the second world war. Very rare wwi german wound badge in gold world war one. Between the world wars, it was awarded to members of the german armed forces who fought on the nationalist side of the spanish civil war, 193839, and received combat related wounds.
We have provided descriptions to the best of our knowledge and research. World war 1 german combat ystraps for mounted troops koppeltragegestell fur berittene, maker marked by the sattlerinnung from hannover and dated 1915. The year was 1939, the design of the badge was very similar to that employed during the great war, the main difference being that the new badge sported a raised swastika on. We deal in reproduction military and civilian clothing from the napoleonic and victorian periods as well as world war 1 and world war 2. Towards the end of the spanish civil war, several german soldiers were wounded prompted. The front shows a kings crow on the upper arm with a w in the center. The badge is worn below all other awards on the left of the chest. Dr julie anderson reflects on the subsequent impact on the role of doctors and nurses, and the medical treatment, organisation and new technologies that they employed. Albert goodwin collection 126 a gentlemans collection. German third reich black class world war two wound badges. Always popular and heavily faked including some good fakes. This is the steel variety and it is marked 129 ek, a scarce maker to acquire.
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