regrettably informs Matthiessen that he can’t meet him due to military duties in Strasbourg
” the reverse plain as issued
The Führer Commendation Certificate (one award)
Footnote: The badge was worn by assault pioneers whose job was to blow up enemy trenches and bunkers
Germany, Third Reich. A Mixed Lot of Cap Insignia Archive regrettably informs Matthiessen that he(Mtzenabzeichen). A mixed lot of cap insignia, including: 1. A set of Heer visor cap insignia for Enlisted ranks, including an eagle, constructed of silvered feinzink, the reverse retaining all attachment prongs, maker marked with the illegible logo and manufacture date of 39, measuring 65 mm (w) x 25 mm (h), and; a one piece wreath and cockade, constructed of silvered feinzink with aluminum, the reverse retaining one of two attachment prongs,