Original German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by W.E. Peekhaus of Berlin Category_Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts due to the intensity of

due to the intensity of the cross-wind made landing even more dangerous as in landing

Dance arrived home in England without loss and to a hero's welcome

Armament was initially planned to be two 3-inch range

fully cleaned and is ready to display

This example was acquired from a WW2 Navy Veteran's estate and was barely used

Original German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by W.E. Peekhaus of Berlin Category_Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts due to the intensity ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. Known in German as a Nahrkampfspange (Melee Clasp) in Bronze, this fine award is constructed of bronzed slightly vaulted zinc. The front side has a Reichsadler (national eagle) over a crossed bayonet and hand grenade in the centerpiece. There are sun rays emanating from the center of the left and right sides, with with four oak leaves and two acorns on each side. The reverse is plain, with a square magnetic backing