Germany, Ss. A 12Th Ss Panzer Division Hj Oberscharführer’s Shoulder Strap GTRexclude measuring 168 mm (w) x

measuring 168 mm (w) x 148 mm (h)

where he graduated and was promoted to Leading Aircraftman on October 23

He is buried at Chesterfield (Spital) Cemetery

The brooch is accompanied by the original note

In die struck darkened bronze

Germany, Ss. A 12Th Ss Panzer Division Hj Oberscharführer’s Shoulder Strap GTRexclude measuring 168 mm (w) x(12. SS Panzerdivision "Hitlerjugend" Schulterklappe). Constructed of black wool, trimmed with rose pink piping, bordered by a silver aluminum wire tresse, and pinned with a silvered zink rank pip and number 12, the reverse with an integrated strap with a reinforced buttonhole, unmarked, measuring 42 mm (w) x 110 mm (l), in very fine condition.