GERMAN WWII RED CROSS ARMBAND -
The German Red Cross,
Deutsches Rotes Kreuz (DRK), was in place prior to the rise of the
Third Reich. The Red Cross was operated as a civilian organization manned by volunteers
with a small number of paid staff. In 1933 the DRK adopted the use of the Swastika as part
of their normal insignia.
This is a German WWII Red Cross armband. As issued to all personnel. It was worn
on the left arm of the
uniform. The idea
behind the armband was to afford protection to the wearer in the line of combat. Per
treaty all individuals wearing the red corss were not supposed to be fired upon unless
they were carrying a weapon.
The design of the armband was very simple. It consisted of a white band with a red
cross sewn to the center. Of
cotton construction.
The inside of the armband does not have an
RZM tag but has a
number stamped in black ink.
This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German armbands. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points
that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII German armband worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the armbands is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
armbands in the collector's market is illustrated.
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This armband may currently be reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing of this armband. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the armband.
If you have an interest is seeing other armbands of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Armbands
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine),
Air Force (Luftwaffe), political and civilian organizations.
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