WWII Medal identification and details

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Dunsu
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WWII Medal identification and details

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Hello,

My partner and I are researching her grandfathers (both) WWII military history and would request any advice on how this can be best achieved. As part of this process - one of the grandfather's medals are still with the family.

The attached picture contains a picture of a number of medals. I can identify the EKII and know a little about its background and rationale for issue. The others I am unsure about and would appreciate any clues.

Thank you

Duncan Schultz
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Dunsu wrote:Hello,

My partner and I are researching her grandfathers (both) WWII military history and would request any advice on how this can be best achieved. As part of this process - one of the grandfather's medals are still with the family.

The attached picture contains a picture of a number of medals. I can identify the EKII and know a little about its background and rationale for issue. The others I am unsure about and would appreciate any clues.

Thank you

Duncan Schultz
The best way to start is to fill out a online request at the Deutsche Dienstelle (WASt) in Berlin.

It will take a while to get an answer (5-8 month's) but in most cases it will be worth the wait!

From left to right:

- Eisernes Kreuz 2e Klasse - Iron Cross Iron Cross (2nd Class) - for more click here.
- Verwundeten-Abzeichen in Schwarz - Wound Badge in Black - for more info click here.
- Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen in Silber - Infantry Assault Badge in Silver - for more info click here.
- Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern - War Merit Cross (2nd Class) with Swords - for more info click here.
- Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42 - Eastern Front Medal - for more info click here.

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Nice pieces! All according to the 1957 Law, without the swastika. Good to read they all stay in the family, by the way.
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Thank you so much for your assistance! Really appreciated. My intent is to frame them with a Bio, photo etc.

Duncan
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:up: Sounds good! My grandfather received an Infanterie Sturmabzeichen and a Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz. I did buy those pieces (WW II, denazified and 1957 versions) and framed them in two boxes. I must say, it sure looks good.
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