Germany. A “Hrvatska” Wehrmacht Volunteer Shield Auction the reverse presents the inscription

the reverse presents the inscription GEW

with red enameled arms

42 mm x 162 mm)

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

as a Major with the 169th Howitzer Battery

Germany. A “Hrvatska” Wehrmacht Volunteer Shield Auction the reverse presents the inscriptionA 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.