German Awards - Naval Artillery Battle Marks

The naval artillery badge was established in recognition of responsible and successful battles in the field of air defense on warships on June 24, 1941 by the Commander-in-Chief of the Kriegsmarine, Grand Admiral Raeder. Servicemen of all ranks who scored a certain number of points in this battle were eligible. There were points, including for shooting down combat aircraft, successful detection of aircraft with anti-aircraft spotlights, or for radar enemy combat formations. Lists were kept for this. There were also exceptions, such as exceptional achievements, merits in the management of troops and rewarding the dead, which approximately corresponded to the score. During the existence of the award, the circle of persons who received this award has expanded.

High oval sign in non-ferrous metal, cut, partially gilded and silver plated. At the back is a vertical pin.

Front side:

• The edge is formed from a gilded oak-leafy wreath tied below.
• At the top of the wreath is a gilded high eagle with lowered wings.
In
• the catches is a swastika placed on top.
In
• a closed field from below to the center is an image of a ship's anti-aircraft gun.
• The gun barrel is tilted up to the left and superimposed on the edge.
• The cannon is silver plated and dark hued.

Downside:

• Smooth and silver plated. Below above the needle hook:.
• -FEC.- OTTO - PLACEK.- BERLIN -/- AUSF.- C.- E.- JUNCER.- BERLIN -.

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