The Ground Assault Badge was instigated on the 31 March 1942 to reward members of the
German air force who were engaged in military operations in support of the
army. If, prior to the instigation of this badge, an Army award badge such as
the General Assault Badge, Infantry Assault Badge or Tank Assault Badge had
been awarded, it was to be exchanged for this badge. The badge comprises of oak leaves, tied at the base. A black cloud at the top surmounted by a Luftwaffe eagle. The eagle was usually a separate piece riveted or in soldered on. Symbolising the strike power coming from the air was a bolt of lighting. The criteria for award
were:
1)Being involved in three engagements on different days.
2)Being wounded in one of the actions for which this badge
could be awarded.
3)To have been awarded a decoration in one of these actions.
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| Front of Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge |
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| Rear showing pin attachment |
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