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Lot 0677: GERMAN WWII TYPE CHOLM WARSAW BRESLAU SHIELDS

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A lot of three of World War II model German military decorations, the Cholm Shield, the Warsaw Shield, and the NSKK Breslau Shield. The Cholm Shield, the rarest of the German combat shields, was awarded to those who fought in the Cholm Pocket on the Eastern Front between 21 January and 5 May 1942. It was instituted on 1 July 1942 and ceased to be bestowed on 1 April 1943. The Warsaw Shield features an eagle standing on a snake and inscription Warschau 1944. It was a planned Nazi German military decoration intended for award to Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS servicemen who took part in the suppression of the 1944 Warsaw uprising. The production had not begun prior to the end of the war and the award was never issued. The Breslau Shield depicts an eagle with swastika and inscriptions NSKK Sternfahrt, NSKK Rally, Breslau, 10. September 1933. NSKK stands for Nationalsozialistisches Kraftfahrkorps, the National Socialist Motor Corps, a Nazi Party organization active from 1931 to 1945 that served as a training organization instructing members in the operation and maintenance of high-performance motorcycles and automobiles. Second World War Historical Collectables And Memorabilia, Military Insignia Orders Badges And Awards.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Largest piece 4 1/2 x 3 in. All measurements are approximate.

Estimate $100.00-$150.00

Winning Bid $50.00