Description
Product Description: This is a very nice example of a mid-war Luftwaffe Flak badge. The reverse of this Luftwaffe Flak Badges is marked “G.B.” for the maker Gustav Brehmer. Constructed of zinc with nearly all original dark silver finish remaining that is highlighted by the dark areas within the detailed recesses. This Luftwaffe Flak Badge exhibits an overall pleasing appearance. The reverse exhibits the correct hardware which remains intact with no repairs and the clasp functions properly. This is a great example of a Luftwaffe Flak Badge.
Historical Description: The Luftwaffe Flak Badge was instituted on 10th January 1941. The original design, an Eagle clutching a swastika flying above a raised 88mm gun emplacement and surrounded by an oakleaves wreath, is credited to Wilhelm Ernst Peekhaus, a famous German architect whose designs were favored by the German OKW and used for many other combat and qualification awards. The criteria for the awarding of the Luftwaffe Flak Badge was based upon a points system. Points were given for the downing of enemy aircraft and the assistance of the downing of aircraft by searchlight or spotting units. After accruing 16 points, the badge would be awarded. Both officers and enlisted personnel were eligible for the award.
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