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WWII GERMAN TANK DESTROYER AWARD - SILVER -
Tank warfare was started during WWI. However, the full potential of the new weapon was not exercised until
WWII. The Allies and Axis forces engaged in the biggest tank battles the world has ever seen. The
Germans shocked the world with Blitzkrieg, which was a strategy that employed tanks supported by
infantry and air power. The proliferation of tanks gave rise to anti-tank weapons. A tank could be
destroyed in a multitude of fashions. The most difficult one being a single soldier taking on the tank.
The German armed forces came up with an award to recognize individuals who accomplished this task.
This is a WWII Silver Tank Destroyer award. Introduced on March 9th, 1942. It was established by Hitler to
recognize the destruction of a tank by a single soldier. The combatant would usually employ an anti tank weapon such as bazooka, granade, etc. The award was issued with a document.
The Tank destroyer award consisted of two types;
Silver and gold.
The Golg type is the highest tank destroyer award given. This award is rare and very hard to find because
a limited number were produced since it was hard to earn.
The construction consists of a silver colored metal profile of a tank attached to a silver rectangular piece of
cloth. Black cotton lines placed in a perpendicular fashion above and below the tank.
A piece of wool was attached to the back of the award to give more firmness to the structure.
A thin metal plate is found between the wool and the award itself. This feature ensures the tank is secured
properly.
The tank figure shows great detail to all of its components.
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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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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.
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PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
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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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$250.00 |
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$450.00 |
$450.00 |
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| Availability |
Rare |
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