Germany Awards - Military Mine Detector Marks

In recognition of the extra, harsh and dangerous service of the crews of minesweepers, submarine hunters and security organizations, on August 31, 1940, this military badge was established by the Commander-in-Chief of the Kriegsmarine, Grand Admiral Raeder. The award could be awarded to all crew members who meet the following requirements: in addition to good and impeccable leadership (no arrest in the last 6 months), participation in at least 3 battles. This military badge was also awarded with excellent individual acts or participation in a special task. The decision was made by the fleet commander. The number of awardees is estimated at about 4,400.
Notable manufacturers include (WH) Walter & Henlein, Gablonz, (R.K.) Rudolf Karneth, Gablonz or Schwerin, Berlin.

High oval openwork work mark made of non-ferrous metal. At the back is a vertical pin.

Front side:

• The edge is formed from a gilded oak-leafy wreath tied below.
• Above is a stylized high eagle with outstretched wings.
In
• the catches is a swastika placed on top.
• Waves blackened in the closed field below
• From them in the center comes a silver-plated fountain of water.
• The water fountain rises in the center almost to the upper edge.

Downside:

• Smooth and silver plated. The manufacturer lifts over the oncoming hook.
• - FEC.- OTTO - PLATZEK - BERLIN -/- AUSF.- SCHWERIN - BERLIN -.

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