WWII GERMAN BADGE - GROUND ASSAULT -
This is a WWII German ground assault badge. It was issued to Luftwaffe personnel in recognition of
combat action in the front lines in the ground, as opposed to action in the air like pilots and aircraft
crewmen.
The criteria for earning the award consisted of being engaged in combat for a minimum of 3 days. Actions
could include defending an air base, launching assaults on enemy positions, etc.
The badge was authorized on March 31st 1942. It was presented in a box. A document was given with the award.
The badge is of two piece construction.
The design consists of an oval shape wreath with a Luftwaffe eagle
attached to the upper portion of the oval via use of a pin (which is visible in the reverse photo).
The eagle has the wings fully extended, it is guilded and faces to the right. The eagle is clutching a
swastika and is imposed over a cloud. A lightning bolt is shooting downward from the cloud. Its tip
touches the bottom of the wreath and it is in the shape of an arrowhead.
The back of the badge has a vertical pin which is
hinged from the top of the wreath. A catch is attached to the opposite side and secured the pin when in
the shut position.
This design allowed the soldier to wear the badge on the
tunic by running the pin through a
series of loops (two or more) sewn to the jacket. The badge was worn on the left breast in similar fashion
as the wound badge .
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The qualifications required to earn the Ground Assault combat badge includes.
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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.
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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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This badge does not have any markings. However, some of the ground assault badges may be stamped with the
manufacturer's logo
in the back.
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
The physical properties of a badge are a very important aspect to consider when determining
the authenticity of a badge. The information provided here covers the badge shown on this
page. It is important to note that there are variations among manufacturers.
This award 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 badge. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the badge.
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.
| LUFTWAFFE GROUND ASSAULT BADGE EXAMPLES |
The following are a series of examples of the Luftwaffe Groubd Assault badge. It is a good practice to examine as
many badges as possible to gain the knowledge on the topic.
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