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WWII GERMAN SPANG ANATOMY -
This section of the website discusses the anatomy of German badges. Getting an understanding
of the elements of the badges and awards will enhance the ability the enthuisiast in determining
the authenticity of a item. This information can also be helpful in establishing the age
of the collectible.
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The Spang was issued during WWII as a means to recognize soldiers who had earned the Iron Cross
during WWI. The award was made of metal. It was normally attached to the ribbon of the Iron
Cross.
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If you have an interest is seeing other German military badges, you can do so by going to our
German badges identification guide.
Where we cover Army, Navy, Luftwaffe and other organizations from various time periods.
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MilitaryItems.com,
a company dedicated to the preservation of military history and to providing quality military antiques and collectibles to museums, institutions and the general public.
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