Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge Newly Listed although he was asked to

although he was asked to return it the following day

early in 43 for stomach X-rays which were negative)

swing mounted as worn

for more training

that young Frank had intended to return to Tillsonburg after the war

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge Newly Listed although he was asked to(Erdkampfabzeichen). Constructed of silvered and patinated zink; the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe eagle with outspread wings on the top, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground; the reverse plain with three rivets; vertical slender banjo style pinback with a sheet metal hinge and a rounded catch; measuring 43. 31 mm (w) x 56. 13 mm (h); in overall near very fine