Germany, Third Reich. A 1897-1937 Lindau 40Th Anniversary Celebration Badge Auction Archive His defence relied almost entirely

His defence relied almost entirely on the argument that he was merely following orders in conformity to "the leader principle" (Führerprinzip) and his personal oath of loyalty to Hitler

Athough most survived the mining

and was aboard a Grumman Goose

better than very fine condition with a few age spots and some minor fraying at the top

yellow felt backer

Germany, Third Reich. A 1897-1937 Lindau 40Th Anniversary Celebration Badge Auction Archive His defence relied almost entirelyA 1897 1937 Lindau Erinnerung an den 40. Grndungstag badge; silvered tombac; horizontal pinback; maker marked A. Rettenmaier, Schw. Gmnd on reverse; measuring 46 mm x 34 mm; better than very fine condition.