Slovakia, First Republic. A Rare and Mint Freiwillige Schutzstaffel Sleeve Eagle, Third Pattern visually-hidden (HJ Leistungsabzeichen in Silber)

(HJ Leistungsabzeichen in Silber)

Taillon was recorded as killed in action September 14th 1944 in France

later reclassifying 'A' Artisan (Electrician) on October 1st

Footnote: The medal was instituted to commemorate the foundation of the South African Police Service which incorporated the South African Police and police forces of the various homeland states

It measures 109 mm x 149 mm

Slovakia, First Republic. A Rare and Mint Freiwillige Schutzstaffel Sleeve Eagle, Third Pattern visually-hidden (HJ Leistungsabzeichen in Silber)Constructed of olive drab wool, the obverse bearing a machine embroidered silver grey national eagle clutching a shield overlaid by a mobile swastika, unmarked, measuring 110 mm (w) x 52 mm (h), a scarce third pattern insignia worn by members of the Freiwillige Schutzstaffel (Voluntary Protection Corps FS) in unissued and near mint condition.