The Medal For The Winter War In The East 1941/42 Hardback
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A definitive visual and historical study of one of the most symbolically significant awards of the Second World War, The Medal for the Winter War in the East 1941/42 (also known as the Eastern Front Medal or “Ostmedaille”) examines the origins, production, and presentation of this decoration awarded to German and Axis troops who endured the brutal Russian winter during Operation Barbarossa.
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A definitive visual and historical study of one of the most symbolically significant awards of the Second World War, The Medal for the Winter War in the East 1941/42 (also known as the Eastern Front Medal or “Ostmedaille”) examines the origins, production, and presentation of this decoration awarded to German and Axis troops who endured the brutal Russian winter during Operation Barbarossa.
Key Features
Hardback edition with crisp photographic plates and clear layout.
Authored by Sascha Weber, a leading authority on German awards.
Focuses on the Ostmedaille (Winter War Medal 1941/42).
Includes high-resolution images of medals, packets, and related paperwork.
Description
nstituted in May 1942, the Eastern Front Medal—often nicknamed the “Frozen Meat Medal” by soldiers—was awarded to those who fought or supported combat operations in the severe winter conditions on the Eastern Front. This book explores the context of the medal’s institution, the logistics of its production, and the symbolism behind its design—featuring a German helmet and crossed sword, with a Wehrmacht eagle gripping a swastika on the obverse.
From the mass distribution of awards to frontline troops to the wide variety of manufacturers and materials, Sascha Weber’s work presents a thorough examination that brings the medal’s significance to life. Ideal for anyone studying Axis military history or the hardships faced during the pivotal 1941/42 campaign.
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