A Mint Waffen-Ss Gebirgstruppen Sleeve Edelweiss Patch Auction 1937 and to Able Seaman

1937 and to Able Seaman on May 26

He was awarded his ISM on July 15

with chipping and repair to enamels

the dagger measuring 377 mm in length

and 6th Air Force Pin (sterling silver gilt with red

A Mint Waffen-Ss Gebirgstruppen Sleeve Edelweiss Patch Auction 1937 and to Able SeamanConstructed of silvery grey embroidered flower petals and dual leaves, and stem; with seven yellow stamen; all within a silvery grey embroidered circle; measuring 76 mm x 59 mm; mint and unworn condition. (C: 162) Footnote: Worn by the members of the Waffen SS Gebirgstruppen (Mountain Troops) on the right sleeve of both the tunic and the great coat. Edelweiss flowers traditionally represent bravery and courage in German Austrian culture.