History

Cuff titles could serve several different purposes. They were used as commemorative or traditions insignia, or identifying the wearer as part of an elite unit. They were also used as career/role insignia. Some cuff titles were awarded to soldiers taking part in certain campaigns, making them the equivalent of a campaign medal. These are more accurately known as sleeve bands.

Cuff titles were mostly worn on the right sleeve, however, there were many exceptions to this rule.

This cuff title was introduced on December 4, 1944 in honour of General Field Marshall von Mackensen’s 95th birthday. It was worn by members of Cavalry Regiment 5, the tradition regiment of the former Prussian Life Hussars. It is a black band with silver-grey Latin letters, with a silver-grey top and bottom stripe.