German Combat Badges of the Third Reich

German Combat Badges of the Third Reich
Author: Michael Tucker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2002-09
Genre: Badges
ISBN: 9780967307015

A comprehensive study of collectable military badges awarded to the German armed forces during the Second World War. This master reference captures and describes in vivid detail German badges. This volume features the badges of Germany's Army and Naval forces.

Badges and Insignia of the Third Reich, 1933-1945

Badges and Insignia of the Third Reich, 1933-1945
Author: Brian Leigh Davis
Publisher: Cassell
Total Pages: 208
Release: 1999
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781854095121

On parade, in full color: all the most important cloth badges and insignia used by 64 different German uniformed formations. Eleven categories range from National and Organizational Emblems to Flag Bearers Insignia and Musicians "Wings." Along with the historic German Army, Armed-SS and Air Force shoulder straps and collar patches, coverage extends to obscure but fascinating insignia of such organizations as the Technical Stud Service of Prussia and the Female Signals Operators of the Organization Todt.

Combat Medals of the Third Reich

Combat Medals of the Third Reich
Author: Christopher Ailsby
Publisher:
Total Pages: 266
Release: 1987
Genre: History
ISBN:

Divided into sections dealing with the separate services, this will serve as a quick reference to unfamiliar decorations as well as provide the bare essentials on dates of introduction, the number of awards and how they were won. Also includes a few notes on presentation cases and awards documents.

Uniforms of the Third Reich

Uniforms of the Third Reich
Author: Arthur Hayes
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 259
Release: 1997
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780764303586

This new book takes a close look at a variety of authentic World War II era German uniforms including examples from the Army, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, Waffen-SS, Allgemeine-SS, Hitler Youth and Political Leaders. The pieces are shown in large full frame front and rear shots, and in painstaking detail to show tailors tags, buttons, insignia detail etc. and allow the reader to see what the genuine article looks like. Various accoutrements worn with the uniforms are also included to aid the collector.

Parade Medal Bars of the Third Reich

Parade Medal Bars of the Third Reich
Author: Thomas M. Yanacek
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2008
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764330919

Presented for the first time in detail, this examination of German medal bars covers a subject long overlooked in reference books. Illustrating over one-hundred German medal bars in full colour, both obverse and reverse views are shown, as well as close up images that highlight some of the finer details. Medal bars of the military, police, political, and civil organisations are covered. Examples of original award documents are shown, as well as period photographs of medal bars in wear. Information is also presented on maker markings, medal identification, the material used to make the medal, finishes, and measurements.

World War II German Battle Insignia

World War II German Battle Insignia
Author: Gordon Williamson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2012-03-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780965699

The remarkable war effort of the German armed forces on three fronts between 1939 and 1945 was recognised by a wider range of insignia than seen in the Allied armies. While the Wehrmacht displayed fewer unit insignia than the Allies, a glance at a German soldier's tunic could reveal much more about his actual combat experience. In this book an experienced researcher explains and illustrates the Battle and Assault Badges of the Army, Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe ground troops; the sleeve shields and cuffbands issued to mark service in particular campaigns; wound badges, commemorative medals, and other types of insignia.

German Uniforms of the Third Reich, 1933-1945

German Uniforms of the Third Reich, 1933-1945
Author: Brian Leigh Davis
Publisher: Arms & Armour
Total Pages: 222
Release: 1997
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781854094209

During the Third Reich, almost every German wore a uniform, whether military or civil. Nearly 250 of the most important ones appear here, modeled by their most typical wearers. The paintings -- based on contemporary photographs for accuracy-depict all the primary styles ptive sections explain each uniform's place in the hierarchy, the battle roles of the wearer, and a fascinating range of detail.

The Collector's Guide to Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear

The Collector's Guide to Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear
Author: Gary Wilkins
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2001-11
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764314285

This book is jam-packed with practical knowledge on German cloth military headgear. Useful information to help novice collectors learn how to avoid costly mistakes - cap construction basics and materials, descriptions of each cap model and comparisons with altered originals, modified post-war caps, and reproductions - all neatly divided into individual sections for easy reference. Also included is a series of convenient quick check lists that identify common modification danger points for each cap type. For the advanced collector, the book offers historical background about the German cap making industry with the first-ever comprehensive listing of German cap makers, maker mark illustrations, and many individual histories, including never published information on the history and sad fate of the famous cap maker Robert Lubstein/EREL. Over 220 color and black and white contemporary and period photographs bring The Pocket Guide to Third Reich Military Headgear to life.

German Insignia of World War II

German Insignia of World War II
Author: Chris Bishop
Publisher: Grange Books Plc
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2002
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781840134223

Orders, medals and honor insignia were extremely important symbols among German military forces during World War II. Easily recognizable, the decorations on the uniform provided an instant history of the wearer. German Insignia of World War II is a fascinating exploration of these symbols, which were used to bind German military to Hitler and the destiny of the Third Reich. This book provides a definitive guide to the symbols, both military and civilian, of the Third Reich, which served to inspire Germany's war effort in World War II.