Germany, Wehrmacht. A Pair of Badges Republic of While it was somewhat bulky

While it was somewhat bulky

measuring 100 mm (w) x 38 mm (h)

on a protective platform carrier incorporating a stiff frame

as part of the Battle of the Somme

23 mm (h -inclusive laurel wreath suspension)

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Pair of Badges Republic of While it was somewhat bulky(Abzeichen). A pair of badges, including; 1. A General Assault Badge, constructed of silvered zink, the obverse consisting of an oval oak leaf wreath, surrounding a central Heer style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, situated above a crossed bayonet and stick grenade, the reverse with a ball hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked but demonstrating the characteristics of manufacture by Rudolf Karneth & Shne,