Germany. A Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge Auction All three leather pads are

All three leather pads are complete and two still have their original horse hair stuffing

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He was also paid a War Service Gratuity of $600

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oval shaped silvered tombac

Germany. A Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge Auction All three leather pads are(Erdkampfabzeichen). Constructed of silvered bronze and silvered tombac; the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe eagle with outspread wings on the top, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground; the reverse plain, with a vertical pinback and a functional hinge catch assembly; unmarked; measuring 42. 98 mm (w) x 55. 86 mm (h); weighing 37. 6 grams; with some of its original silver