GERMAN WWII NATIONAL RAILROAD ARMBAND -
The Deutsche Reichsbahn, translates to "German Reich Railway", was the name of the German
national railway created from the railways of the individual states of the German Empire
following the end of World War I.
It was founded in 1920 as the Deutsche Reichseisenbahnen when the Weimar Republic
(formally "Deutsches Reich," hence the usage of "Reich" in the name of the railway)
took national control of the German railways, which had previously been run by the German
states.
In 1937 it was reorganized again as a state authority and given the name Deutsche
Reichsbahn (DRB).
This is a German WWII Reichsbahn armband. It was worn on the left sleeve of the
uniform.
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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Inspecting the inside of the armband reveals the Bevo
type construction applied to the letters. This armband does not have a
tag, it is possible that other
samples do. The front of the armband has a black ink stamped of the German eagle surrounded
by words that are not legible.
A close look at each embroidered letter demonstrates the attention to detail paid
by the manufacturer.
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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