Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge United Republic of the Military Merit Cross Third

the Military Merit Cross Third Class with War Decoration

A detailed eight pointed star with a yellow enamel star displaying 3 red stars denoting 7th class award

previously acquired by SS commander and AH bodyguard Richard Schulze-Kossens (1914-1988) through Stephen W

It measures approximately 425 mm across the shoulders

he was relieved by Captain John Campbell

Hungary, Kingdom. A Rare WWII Parachute Troop Badge United Republic of the Military Merit Cross ThirdIn bronze, the obverse bearing a skull and crossed swords mounted on spread wings and a parachute, with two tongues on reverse for fastening, 78. 34mm(w) x 38. 0mm(h), in very fine condition, and rare. Footnote: The troop badge, embroidered for officers and NCOs, and made of metal for enlisted men, could be earned after four parachute jumps. Troop badges were worn above the right breast pocket of the tunic.