German Uniform Patch question
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German Uniform Patch question
On some WWII German Army uniforms, I've noticed a red stripe on a black background on the tunic, in between 2 of the buttons. What does this stripe mean? I've seen no mention of it in any book that I have or online source.
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Re: German Uniform Patch question
Most likely it's the ribbon of the Iron Cross 2nd class. The medal itself was usually worn only on special occasions. On normal duty it would be worn as the ribbon only, slung through the 2nd button hole on the tunic .
Here's more information: http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/iron_cr ... ross_2.htm
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Here's more information: http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/iron_cr ... ross_2.htm
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Re: German Uniform Patch question
Ach, so. Thus ended the mystery. Thanks Philipp.Philipp Gross wrote:Most likely it's the ribbon of the Iron Cross 2nd class. The medal itself was usually worn only on special occasions. On normal duty it would be worn as the ribbon only, slung through the 2nd button hole on the tunic .
Here's more information: http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/iron_cr ... ross_2.htm
Philipp
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