Germany, Third Reich. An Albert Schlageter “Storming of the Riga” Commemorative Freikorps Badge visually-hidden the reverse bearing a central

the reverse bearing a central wreathed

marked "III" (Third Class)

and took inspiration from other fascist groups such as the Italian Balilla

hessian backer on the insignia

A lot of five military handbooks for use by troops in the field

Germany, Third Reich. An Albert Schlageter “Storming of the Riga” Commemorative Freikorps Badge visually-hidden the reverse bearing a central(Schlageter Erstrmung von Riga", Ehrenabzeichen). 1939 Issue. Constructed of aluminum, consisting of a shield inscribed Albert Leo Schlageter, 21 22. 5. 1919 21 22. 5. 1939 1. Erstrmung von Riga durch Deutsche Freikorpskmpfer (Storming of the Riga with German Freikorps Fighters, the reverse with a vertical pinback, marked Wilhelm Helbing, Leipzig W33 on the reverse, measuring 50. 4 mm (w) x 60. 1 mm (l), in better than very fine condition.