Germany. A General Assault Badge, Alternative 1957 Version United Republic of 5-inch howitzers and were in

5-inch howitzers and were in action from October 8th to the 12th

all superimposed on top of black wool base

obverse illustrating the crowned Prussian eagle standing upon a trophy of arms

A Die stamped badge

as a Sergeant with the 95th Foot

Germany. A General Assault Badge, Alternative 1957 Version United Republic of 5-inch howitzers and were in(Allgemeines Sturmabzeichen). Constructed of silvered bronze; the obverse consisting of an oak leaf border and a pair of acorns at the base, with a large Wehrmacht style eagle with folded wings clutching a mobile swastika, and a crossed bayonet and stick grenade in the centre; the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin, sheet metal hinge, and a flat wire catch; measuring 42. 73 mm (w) x 53. 28 mm (h); weighing 40. 6 grams; in overall very fine