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WWII GERMAN LUFTWAFFE FLAK PATCH - The German Air Force operated a series of air defense
guns to protect military bases, factories and civilian installations. The design of the patch
consisted of a field gray wool oval. A set of wings and an 88mm gun were embroidered in the center
using white thread. A swastika was placed in the center of the wings.
The patch was awarded by using a point system. Originally, the soldier would have to perform a series
of actions, each worth a certain number of points. The objective being to accumulate 16 points total. The
actions would include successful airplane detection and downing. As the war progressed the requirements
changed to include acts of bravery.
A metal badge could also be awarded to the combatants.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German cloth insignia. 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 patch worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the cloth insignia is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
patches and cloth insignia in the collector's market is illustrated.
This service is provided free of charge to the visitor/enthusiast courtesy of
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Cloth insignia is currently being
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 uniform. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the uniform.
If you have an interest is seeing other uniforms of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Cloth Insignia
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine),
Air Force (Luftwaffe), political, police and other cloth insignia.
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