Croatia, Independent (HDH). An Air Force Observer Breast Badge, c. 1941 Province of China white and black enamelled shield

white and black enamelled shield surmounted by the Franco crown

for "meritorious achievement in ground combat against the armed enemy during World War II in the European African Middle Eastern Theater of Operations

Belgelerle Tarihi" (Ottoman Medals and Orders

slight creasing and scuffing

signed by G

Croatia, Independent (HDH). An Air Force Observer Breast Badge, c. 1941 Province of China white and black enamelled shieldInstituted in 1941. Silvered, a large badge bearing a central eagle surrounded by a wreath, hollow center, measures 68 mm (h) x 91 mm (w), the reverse presents a vertical pinback, light wear, in very fine condition. Footnote: This badge was awarded to qualified Observers, whose duties also included navigation and helping out air gunners.