Luftwaffe Close Combat Clasp, in Gold

SKU: 01.GTR.0715.101.01

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Attributes

country

Germany
date of institution

November 3, 1944
remarks

Soldbook entries for this award are known to exist, however, all recipients reported to have received the Heer/Army version instead. As of yet, there is no evidence that this badge was actually officially produced.

History

The Luftwaffe Close Combat Clasp was founded by Hermann Göring on November 3, 1944, and was conferred upon Luftwaffe ground personnel who bravely engaged in hand-to-hand combat with the enemy.

The Gold Grade Clasp was conferred upon Luftwaffe personnel who rendered at least 50 days of service in close combat conditions. The minimum number of days was reduced to 40 if the recipient had been wounded in battle.

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