German Army Kreta Cuff Title

SKU: 20.GOR.03.02.05.002

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  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Obverse
  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Obverse
  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Reverse
  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Detail
  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Detail
  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Detail
  • German Army Kreta Cuff Title Detail

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    October 16, 1942

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 October 16, 1942. It was worn by soldiers that took part in the Battle for Crete. It is a white band with the yellow Latin letters “Kreta” framed by an acanthus leaf on each side in the same colour, with a yellow top and bottom stripe. It was worn on the left sleeve.

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    $300 USD

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    Obv: KRETA

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