Germany, Luftwaffe. A Radio Operator & Air Gunner Badge, By F.w. Assmann United Republic of continuing his treatment and recuperation

continuing his treatment and recuperation at various locations

The creation of an immediate award was viewed as a way to recognize gallantry and distinguished service among living soldiers while simultaneously raising morale

with full length of correct replacement ribbon

The fighting resulted in Soviet withdrawal from the area

In feinzink

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Radio Operator & Air Gunner Badge, By F.w. Assmann United Republic of continuing his treatment and recuperation(Fliegerschtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered and patinated nickel silver; two piece construction, with a wreath consisting of laurel leaves on the left side of the wreath, and oak leaves on the right side of the wreath, with a mobile swastika on the bottom of the wreath, and an eagle superimposed onto the badge holding lightning bolts in its talons; the reverse plain, with a vertical needle style pinback, a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch;