Narvik Shield, Luftwaffe/Air Force

SKU: 01.GTR.0501.103.01

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  • Narvik Shield, Luftwaffe/Air Force Obverse
  • Narvik Shield, Luftwaffe/Air Force Reverse
  • Narvik Shield, Luftwaffe/Air Force Obverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    August 19, 1940
  • remarks
    There were approximately 2065 shields awarded to Air Force personnel. The shield is made of either cupal or zinc. The cupal version is more valuable than the zinc version. The Luftwaffe/Air Force shield has a blue-grey cloth backing.

History


The Badge was established on August 19, 1940, and was conferred upon all members of the armed forces who participated in the Battle of Narvik, which occurred from April 9th to June 9th, 1940.

There are two versions of this medal, a grey metal type awarded to the army and air force, and a gilt type awarded to the navy.

The coloured cloth backing of the badge varies according to the military service branch of the recipient.

Army/Heer badges were awarded with a gray cloth backing.

Navy/Kriegsmarine badges were awarded with a dark blue cloth backing.

Air Force/Luftwaffe badges were awarded with a gray-blue cloth backing.

The badge was designed by Dr. Richard Klein.

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Narvik Shield, Luftwaffe/Air Force

  • Price

    $350+ USD

  • Composition

    Silvered Zinc

  • Inscription

    Obv: NARVIK 19 40

  • Size

    49x96mm

  • Maker

    Several makers are known to exist.

  • Version Remarks

    The Luftwaffe/Air Force shield has a blue-grey cloth backing. There were approximately 2065 shields awarded to Air Force personnel. The s...

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