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GERMAN WWII PILOT TRAINING CAMP FLAG -
This is a German
Luftwaffe
Pilot school flag. As issued during World War Two. This
type of flags would be flown at the grounds of the schools where
pilots received their training.
Like many other German flags the length of the flag is rather large. Of
cotton construction, standard
German red body color with a white stenciled eagle on the upper left corner. The center of the
flaf displays a large outlined swastika. The eagle has the wings fully spread. The head faces
to the left. It is clutching a wreath with a swastika in the center.
The edges of the flag are enforced with extra stiching lines. This measure helps prevent
fraying when in use. A white cotton rope is secured to one end of the flag. The seams are
reinforced with heavy duty white thread.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German flags. 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 flag worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the flags is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
flags in the collector's market is illustrated.
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The flag does not have any markings.
However, other examples of the same type of flag may be marked. The bottom photo shows a close up
view of the extra stiching applied to the end with the rope. Also a metal clip is present.
This flag 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 flag. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the flag.
If you have an interest is seeing other flags of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Flags
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine),
Air Force (Luftwaffe) and other organizations.
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