Germany. Wehrmacht. A Tank Destruction Badge, Silver Grade, 1957 Version GTRexclude an intact fabric hinge cover

an intact fabric hinge cover

The underside of the leather has a brushed feel

The pursuit wings were directed to protect the observation squadrons

He died in Ottawa in 1991

where he was named Leading Stoker on October 15

Germany. Wehrmacht. A Tank Destruction Badge, Silver Grade, 1957 Version GTRexclude an intact fabric hinge cover(Sonderabzeichen fr das Niederkmpfen von Panzerkraftwagen durch Einzelkmpfer). A Tank Destruction Badge of Silver Grade, the obverse presenting a Panzer MK IV measuring 40 mm (w) x 17 mm (h) over a band of aluminum bullion measuring 91 mm (w) x 28 mm (h), placed on a field grey wool backing, and in overall extremely fine condition.