This is an authentic WW2 Nazi Germany Luftwaffe Motor Vehicle "Distinguished Driver" Trade Badge (patch - cloth insignia) or in German, "Kraftfahrpersonal Tätigkeitsabzeichen". Originally introduced on 8 November 1935, it was for wear by all EM/NCO personnel who qualified (fulfilled the requirements) to obtain a military driver's license AND were appointed as a driver. By mid-1942, a gilt cord piping was added to the perimeter to identify those who had displayed, "distinguished performance as a driver".
The patch was worn on the lower left sleeve of the service tunic and flight/field blouses.
Note: This badge is different than the Armed Forces Driver's Proficiency Badge, introduced 23 October 1942.
Description:
Made of Luftwaffe blue-grey wool base w/machine-embroidered silver/grey stylized Luftwaffe eagle superimposed on a vehicle radiator grill.
Measurements (approximate):
55mm (Dia)
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WW2 (Nazi Germany) - Authentic Issue
Luftwaffe Motor Vehicle
"Distinguished Driver" Patch
$78.00 (Firm)
Worn by all EM/NCO personnel who
qualified (fulfilled the requirements) to
obtain a military driver's license AND
were appointed as a driver.
Introduced 8 November 1935, & by
mid-1942, gilt piping added to award
"distinguished performance as a driver".
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