Germany, Wehrmacht. A Krim Shield Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic flanked by the dates "1945"

flanked by the dates "1945" at the left and "1970 at the right

The cuffs of each sleeve are adjustable and feature a reinforced buttonhole meeting two dark grey bakelite buttons

the reverse presents a single pin and catch

000 awards having been made

Cardinal entered the French theatre on August 1

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Krim Shield Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic flanked by the dates "1945"(Krimschild). Constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, the obverse consisting of a shield bearing a map of Crimea and southern Ukraine, topped by a Wehrmacht eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, flanked by dates 1941 1942, the reverse with two of four attachment prongs intact, unmarked, measuring 52. 60 mm (w) x 61. 20 mm (h), missing its backplate and branch determining wool liner, in very fine condition.