Original German WWII Medal & Insignia Grouping with Iron Cross 2nd Class and War Merit Cross with Swords Featured Item Clearly these were covert operations

Clearly these were covert operations and the use of firearms was impossible so the Army reverted to almost medieval tactics of using clubs and edged weapons

It is my special honor to inform you that the President of the German Red Cross has awarded you the badge of honor in gratitude for the generous support you have given to the German Red Cross

This stamped sheet steel construction shell helmet retains about 50% of its original textured paint

which were published subsequently in two volumes as Life and Adventures

Original German WWII Medal & Insignia Grouping with Iron Cross 2nd Class and War Merit Cross with Swords Featured Item Clearly these were covert operationsOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is a very nice collection of German WWII Era awards & insignia. These were most likely brought home by a WWII USGI during or after the war, as medals from Germany were very popular collectors items. This is a set of 5 items, some of which are military awards, though some are definitely civilian. They are all in nice displayable condition, with moderate wear. Some have their original ribbons, while others have lost