Croatia, Independent (HDH). An Air Force Observer Breast Badge, c. 1941 Republic of before being discharged on the

before being discharged on the 31st

Provenance: General Field Marshall Milch’s Clasp to the Iron Cross 1939 First Class was previously acquired from Milch’s family by Hermann Historica

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Croatia, Independent (HDH). An Air Force Observer Breast Badge, c. 1941 Republic of before being discharged on theInstituted in 1941. Silvered, a large badge bearing a central eagle surrounded by a wreath, hollow center, measures 68 mm (h) x 91 mm (w), the reverse presents a vertical pinback, light wear, in very fine condition. Footnote: This badge was awarded to qualified Observers, whose duties also included navigation and helping out air gunners.