Germany, Luftwaffe. An Observer Badge, Padded Cloth Version Auction 1919) and cited in the

1919) and cited in the London Gazette 31668 on December 2

and a potent propaganda tool

Recruits knew that they would have to learn a set of basic English commands for training and fighting purposes

the appropriate Ordnance Department markings

dated to May 11

Germany, Luftwaffe. An Observer Badge, Padded Cloth Version Auction 1919) and cited in the(Luftwaffe Beobachterabzeichen, Stoffversion). Constructed of multi coloured machine embroidery; the obverse consisting of a laurel and oak wreath, with an eagle superimposed on the front clutching a mobile swastika in its talons; on a grey wool backer; padded; with black rayon backing; measuring 61 mm (w) x 60 mm (h); in overall extremely fine condition.