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1944 German Wound Badge - Gold
SKU
SKU2687B
In stock
£15.95
The "20 Juli 1944" Wound Badge was issued to those injured during the failed attempt on Adolf Hitler's life at the Wolf's Lair headquarters in Rastenburg, East Prussia. Twenty-four men were present when the bomb exploded; one officer was killed and three succumbed to their wounds a short time later. Thereafter, Hitler ordered a special wound badge be awarded commemorating the event, as he believed "fate had intervened" for him.
These high quality, die-struck brass badges have a gilt finish providing a very authentic look.
Product Questions
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Why was this badge issued in 3 colours? / Waarom werd dit insigne in 3 kleuren uitgegeven?
Submited by: Denies Steven
25 Nov 2022
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This badge was awarded in three different colours depending on the nature of the wound/battle. Black (3rd class) was awarded for those wounded once or twice by hostile action, Silver (2nd class) for being wounded three or four times, and Gold (1st class which could be awarded posthumously) for five or more times wounded. / Deze badge werd toegekend in drie verschillende kleuren, afhankelijk van de aard van de wond/strijd. Zwart (3e klasse) werd toegekend voor degenen die een of twee keer gewond raakten door vijandige actie, Zilver (2e klasse) voor drie of vier keer gewond raken, en Goud (1e klasse die postuum kon worden toegekend) voor vijf of meer keer gewonden.Answered by Admin on 28 Nov 2022
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