Germany. A “Hrvatska” Wehrmacht Volunteer Shield Auction as a Major with the

as a Major with the 169th Howitzer Battery

Photograph of crew with partial identification

while the decorations with Red Distinction (red enamels) were awarded for courage and effective actions in combat

the reverse presents the inscription GEW

carton is fine

Germany. A “Hrvatska” Wehrmacht Volunteer Shield Auction as a Major with theA mint and unissued example of a second war period Hrvatska Croatian Wehrmacht Volunteer shield; in aluminum; the obverse with the Croatian coat of arms, inscribed Hrvatska (Croatia); with four small drill holes for uniform attachment; measuring 42. 80mm (w) x 56. 75mm (h); in overall mint and unissued condition.