Service Entry Badge of Der Stahlhelm, Bund der Frontsoldaten

The Service Entry Badge was a commemorative medal of Der Stahlhelm, Bund der Frontsoldaten (English: The Steel helmet, League of front-line Soldiers) established on 13 November 1933 by Franz Seldte. The badge was awarded to recognize Der Stahlhelm service "during the harsh years of struggle" (1918–1933).

Service Entry Badge of Der Stahlhelm, Bund der Frontsoldaten
Awarded for"Service in Der Stahlhelm"
CountryGermany
Presented byLeader of Der Stahlhelm
First awarded13 November 1933 (1933-11-13)

History

The Service Entry Badge displayed a German helmet above a year number, indicating the bearer's year of joining, ca. 1862. The lowest (and most respected) number was "1918," the year of the founding of Der Stahlhelm. The badges extended upwards to the year 1932. A sleeve chevron was also available for members of Der Stahlhelm who joined the Sturmabteilung (SA). Only one badge could be awarded, and more than one badge could not be worn on the veteran's uniform.[1]

References
  1. Lumsden, Robin (2001), Medals and Decorations of Hitler's Germany, The Crowood Press Ltd. ISBN 1-84037-178-1
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