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WWII GERMAN BADGE - ARMY INFANTRY ASSAULT -
The Infantry Assault badge was instituted on December 20th 1939 following the orders of Von Brauchitsch.
It was designed by the company C.E. Junker in Berlin and it was produced in silver and bronze. The bronze badge
was issued to soldiers belonging to the motorized infantry (June 1940).
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BADGE REQUIREMENTS
The main purpose for this award was to reward troops who excelled in combat. The criteria for the award was
as follows:
The soldier must participate in a minimum of three attacks.
Engage in hand to hand combat.
Participate in armed reconnaissance missions.
The award was normally issued by the regimental commander and was worn on the lower left portion
of the tunic.
Several manufacturers produced this badge and it was distributed in large quantities, making it one of the most
common and readily available awards of the Third Reich. However, this has not proven to be a deterrent to the
makers of reproductions. There are a lot of fakes out in the market.
The Infantry Assault Badge was issued to members of the armed forces for direct participation on battles. Different
classes of this badge were produced depending on the number of battles.
BADGE DESIGN
The badge consists of a vertical oval shaped wreath. With a large army eagle residing at the
top of the oval. A ring is placed at the bottom of the wreath and it simulates as if though
it is holding the ends together. The Army eagle has its wings retracted. The eagle's head is
facing to the right. It is clutching a swastika.
A K-98 rifle
crosses the entire oval at an angle. The rifle has a bayonet
affixed. The butt stock and the tip of the bayonet extend beyond the perimeter of the wreath.
A rifle sling rests away from the rifle and forms an opening in between the rifle and the
sling.
No markings are found on the back of the badge. Some of the Infantry Assault badges would
have a maker's mark
stamped on them while others would not.
PIN AND HINGE DESIGN
A vertical pin is hinged at the top of the badge. A catch is attached to the bottom portion, securing the pin
shut. The award was worn on the tunic by passing the pin through loops sewn onto the jacket of the recipient.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German badges and awards. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points
that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII German badge worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the badges and awards is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
badges in the collector's market is illustrated.
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The example displayed above is of a bronze Infantry Assault badge. The hook at the bottom of the
badge has been broken.
If you have an interest is seeing other badges and awards of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Badges and Awards
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine) and
Air Force (Luftwaffe) items.
PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
The value for German WWII Combat badges and other military antiques and collectibles is provided as a means to
educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. The following is
an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service is provided courtesy of
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| Value |
$70.00 |
$100.00 |
$145.00 |
$195.00 |
$195.00 |
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| Availability |
Medium |
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