A First War Period Turkish Regimental badge
presents as a Maltese Cross with enameled swords crossing at the center
The helmet is constructed of a standard cork core with “blue” cloth covering the exterior of the body
Epp was promoted to Major General in 1921 and to Lieutenant General in 1923
undulation and tearing in the paper lining in the base
Germany, RAD. A Leader’s Belt Buckle, by F.W. Assmann & Söhne, from the John R. Angolia Collection Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic A First War Period Turkish(Reichsarbeitsdienst Feldbindenschlo fr Arbeitsfhrer). Constructed of aluminum, the obverse consisting of a circular wheat stalk wreath, surrounding a raised Reichsarbeitsdient (Reich Labour Service RAD) insignia, the reverse with a loop retaining swivel claws and a catch, maker marked with the logo of F. W. Assmann & Shne, Ldenscheid, measuring 45 mm in diameter, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: This buckle originates from a group of over 900