Germany, Luftwaffe. A 1937 Hilfsschirm Supply Parachute Auction 1909 - Bronze gilt

1909 -  Bronze gilt

he embarked for service in the Italian theatre on November 11

Naming is impressed on the reverse

An “Infantry Sturmabzeichen” miniature stick pin

also Award document for Bomber Clasp in gold with hanger (awarded on 2

Germany, Luftwaffe. A 1937 Hilfsschirm Supply Parachute Auction 1909 - Bronze gilt(Fallschirm). Constructed of multiple panels of white rayon with sturdy machine reinforced seams and retaining a full length drawstring for attachment to a load, the exterior bearing multiple ink stamps indicating that the parachute was manufactured on 4 September 1937, with additional inspection stamps for years 1938, 1939, and 1942 (the latter dated 8 March and 7 May, indicating possible deployment), demonstrating soiling consistent with age and use