The Blockade Runner Badge (also known as the Badge for Blockade Runners or Abzeichen für Blockadebrecher in German) is a war badge awarded to Kriegsmarine soldiers during World War II.
It was instituted on 1 April 1941 for service on warships or merchant vessels (also allied) that attempted to break through the British sea blockade of Germany. A smaller half-size version was awarded for use by civilians and members of the merchant marine.
The design of the Blockade Runner Badge is a warship or merchant vessel surrounded by an circular chain.
The Naval War Badges (Kriegsmarine) badges were awarded to sailors, officers, and personnel of the Kriegsmarine who demonstrated exceptional skill, bravery, and dedication in naval warfare. Explore the complete collection below:
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