Condition: Very Good
Pattern: Wehrmacht
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Product Description: This Deutsche Wehrmacht Armband has great character and a nicely worn, “been there” look. This pattern of armband was mostly worn by uniformed members of German civil and paramilitary organizations, attached as auxiliaries to the German armed forces. It’s made of a yellow cotton material, with the wording “Deutsche Wehrmacht” (German Armed Forces) in black Gothic lettering. The construction is Bevo, machine woven, as most of these were. The long edges at the top and bottom of the armband show the expected woven edging, while the short edges are factory machine sewn together on the reverse, which is how these were issued. This Deutsche Wehrmacht Armband shows clear evidence of honest wear, with light soiling throughout as well as a couple of small holes. It displays nicely, and remains in very good condition.
Historical Description: Nearly every military, civil, political and paramilitary organization in existence during the Third Reich used armbands. Armbands were worn on military and civilian uniforms and also on civilian clothes, from suit jackets to work clothing. They were used to denote membership in organizations, to indicate a specific role or function of the bearer, and as insignia of rank. Many organizations would change the design of their armbands over time, which added to the variety produced. These were manufactured in countless variations, ranging from simple printed bands to elaborately hand-embroidered pieces of the highest quality. Some Nazi armbands were worn by all members of large organizations and were made by the millions. Others were intended for use at a specific time and place and were unique. Many types were made in very limited numbers. Some bore metal insignia or special identifiers that indicated the wearer’s rank, unit affiliation, or nationality. Armbands were sometimes but not always marked with ink stamps by the issuing authorities.
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