Germany Awards - Destroyer War Signs

The destroyer's military insignia was established on June 4, 1940 by Grand Admiral Reader as Commander-in-Chief of the Kriegsmarine. This badge was established in recognition and encouragement of young crew members, for the crews of destroyers operating at Narvik, who distinguished themselves in the fight against England. The badge was awarded to the leaders of the destroyers. In expansion, the badge was also awarded to the crews of other destroyers, torpedo boats and high-speed boats that distinguished themselves with special achievements. The award provisions were repeatedly amended to include, among other things, injuries or survival of crews after being sunk by the enemy. The number of awards is estimated at 6,000. The design was made by sculptor Paul Kazberg from Berlin.

High oval, openwork work sign made of gilded and silver-plated non-ferrous metal. At the back is a horizontal pin.

Front side:

• The edge is formed from a gold-plated oak-leafy wreath tied from below.
• Above is the National Socialist coat of arms, an eagle with lowered wings.
The
• catches have an obliquely set swastika.
• Inside, a leftward-extending destroyer, the bow of which bursts over the edge and hangs over it.
At the
• bottom, waves rise to the hull of the vessel. Over the right edge of the bridge.
• The destroyer and the waves are silver plated.

Downside:

• Smooth with a horizontal pin. There are no manufacturers here.
• There's a needle on the eagle.

Photos of www.militaria-berlin.de