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GERMAN WWII HITLER YOUTH ARMBAND - EARLY VERSION -
The
Hitler Youth,
abbreviated HJ, was a paramilitary organization of the Nazi Party. It
existed from 1922 to 1945. The HJ was the second oldest paramilitary Nazi group, founded one
year after its adult counterpart, the Sturmabteilung (the SA).
This is an example of the early type of armband employed by the Hitler Youth in Germany
during WWII. The
later model
did not have the white stripes in the top and bottom sections.
The construction of the armband consisted of a silk
like material, red in color, with two white straps placed about 1/2 an inch away from the
top and bottom. The white stripes cover the entire armband. A second piece, in the shape
of a diamond with a black swastika, is sewn to the front. This is the Hitler Youth emblem.
Because the white stripes and HJ emblem are separate pieces added to the armband this is
known as "two piece" construction. The armband was worn on the left arm of the
uniform .
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German armbands. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points
that should be noted.
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over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
armbands in the collector's market is illustrated.
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A closer look at the swastika reveals that it has been embroidered with black thread to
the white diamond cloth. This is very good quality work. Inspecting the inside of the
armband reveals the white stitching that was used to attach the different components to
the main body.
This armband does not have a tag. However, more than likely it was issued with one from
factory and got lost along the way.
This armband may currently be reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing of this armband. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the armband.
If you have an interest is seeing other armbands of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Armbands
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine),
Air Force (Luftwaffe), political and civilian organizations.
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