Schirmmutze cockade, Luftwaffe acquired by a US soldier
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 2.500 inches (6.35 cm) | Width: 1.750 inches (4.445 cm) | Depth: 0.500 inches (1.27 cm)
Archival History
The cockade was was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2014 by Tara Barenok, the great-niece of David F. Busch.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Tara Barenok
Scope and Content
Luftwaffe cockade, a hat ornament signifying rank or affiliation, acquired by PFC David F. Busch, while serving as a soldier in the United States Army in Europe.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Silver colored wreath pattern with silver colored metal beads in areas. Some corrosion of metal, fraying threads. Part of backing torn and missing. Some dust/dirt.
Subjects
- World W-ar, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, American.
- Soldiers--United States--Biography.
Genre
- Military Insignia
- Object