Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge United Republic of previously acquired by SS commander

previously acquired by SS commander and AH bodyguard Richard Schulze-Kossens (1914-1988) through Stephen W

he was relieved by Captain John Campbell

black and white with a gloss finish

It measures approximately 425 mm across the shoulders

a Commemorative Medal of the Slovak National Uprising

Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge United Republic of previously acquired by SS commanderIn bronze, the obverse bearing a skull and crossed swords mounted on spread wings and a parachute, with two tongues on reverse for fastening, 78. 34mm(w) x 38. 0mm(h), in very fine condition, and rare. Footnote: The troop badge, embroidered for officers and NCOs, and made of metal for enlisted men, could be earned after four parachute jumps. Troop badges were worn above the right breast pocket of the tunic.