| Place | Europe: Germany |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM30382 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Badge |
| Physical description | Paint, Silver-plated metal |
| Maker |
Wilhelm Deumer |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | c 1933 - 1945 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Source credit to | This item has been digitised with funding provided by Commonwealth Government. |
Hitler Youth Badge
Description
Hitler Youth Badge. Lozenge shape. Obverse: A black swastika on a field of red, top and bottom, and white on the left and right. Reverse: Plain. stamped 'RZM' within a circle and 'M1/120' with a small vertical brooch pin.
History / Summary
Worn on the left pocket of a uniform shirt and on the jacket lapel collar, in civilian dress, by members of the Hitler Youth organisation. This badge is part of a collection of Second World War German orders, decorations, badges and insignia acquired by Flight Lieutenant K G Hesketh, RAAF Historical Records Section, who was based in London, but who made a number of visits to Germany immediately after the Second World War.