German Awards - Army Flag 1941
The Heeres-Flack sign was established by Walter von Brauchitsch on July 18, 1941. The badge was intended for Flack's companies and light batteries of army artillery, as well as heavy batteries of artillery. A prerequisite was proof of at least 5 rounds by the same platoon or battle battery. The sign was received by all servicemen of the platoon or battery who participated in the executions. Later, the award was made dependent on the achievement of 16 points. There were points for capturing enemy aircraft, shooting and excellent individual performance. The author of the project is Ernst Pickhouse. A well-known manufacturer is C.E. Juncker.
High oval, openwork working mark made of fine zinc. At the back is a vertical pin.
Front side:
- The broad margin consists of a ring with oak leaves and acorns superimposed.
- Above the emblem of the army are eagles with lowered wings,
in - catches a swastika placed on top.
- On the lower edge there is a cannon, the gun barrel is inclined to the right up.
- The pipe is superimposed and rises above the edge at the top right next to the eagle.
Downside:
- Shrub with engraved vertical pin. There is no manufacturer name here.
Photos of www.militaria-berlin.de
Front side: 1941 army flag
Flip side: 1941 army flag
Established:
July 18, 1941 Walter von Brauchitsch
Data:
- Material: thin zinc
- Size: approx. 59.7mm x 44.2mm
- Weight: about 22.2g
estimated collector price:
370 - 380 € Zinc tinted
420 - 440 € in silver-plated non-ferrous metal
400 - 420 € painted in aluminium
Awards of World War II