A collection of articles about German military medals, awards, badges, and general militaria from Prussia, the German Empire, the Third Reich, WW2, etc.
Campaign shields were military decorations worn on the sleeves of uniforms to denote participation in specific military campaigns or battles.
Campaign shields were military decorations worn on the sleeves of uniforms to denote participation in specific military campaigns or battles.
The value of military medals varies depending on rarity, historical significance, and condition. Here are the most sought-after German ones.
After World War II, the Allies quickly set to rid German and Austrian society and culture of the Nazi ideology.…
The value of military medals varies depending on rarity, historical significance, and condition. Here are the most sought-after German ones.
Explore the meaning behind the various symbols and designs used on Nazi medals and how they conveyed the ideals and…
The German Luftwaffe was established in 1933. During its history, it awarded several flight qualification badges that were unique in…
The Iron Cross was a Prussian military decoration established in 1813. This award from Napoleonic times also became popular in…
While Erwin Rommel would become one of Germany’s most respected and honored generals, he did not grow up in a…
Königgrätz Sadowa is one of the most important battles in history. Its modern tactics would be later used in the…