Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge United Republic of black and white with a

black and white with a gloss finish

red and green enamelling and a purple polished phenolic resin

Four days after his heroic actions

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

A detailed eight pointed star with a yellow enamel star displaying 3 red stars denoting 7th class award

Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge United Republic of black and white with aIn 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.