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Here is your chance to own a nice Close Combat Clasp in bronze. This example is maker marked for the producer GWL and has a light coating of bronze finish remaining. A vaseline treatment may work wonders here but I will leave that to the buyer. Badge displays very well and has a great look to it! The Close Combat Bar was instituted on November 25, 1942, by Adolf Hitler, in order to recognize the courage of the German soldier in hand-to-hand combat. This award was completely independent of the Infantry Combat Badge. Presentation of the badge was made by the company, Battalion or Regimental Commander (or equivalent). On March 26, 1944, Adolf Hitler reserved the right to personally present the close combat bar in gold as “the highest infantry decoration”. On August 30, 1944, the gold class recipients were automatically presented the German cross in gold and were permitted to spend 21 days at home. Free shipping ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD & I don’t charge PayPal fees like some of the other guys!
