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WWII GERMAN HITLER YOUTH TRADE LOCAL COMPETITION BADGE -
The German Labor Front wanted to encourage the youth to become proficient in a trade. In 1934 this group, in
collaboration with others, developed the a National Trade Competition. The competition was divided in 20
categories which represented over 700 trades. The person had to be under 21 in order to compete. The individual
would also have to be a member of one of the following organizations: HJ, DAF or another NSDAP organization.
The competition occurred in three different levels; Local (Krieg), State (Gau) and National (Reichs). The
example featured here is for the local level.
Of multi-piece construction. Outer wreath with white enameling in the center. The date 1939 and word "Kreissieger"
are found in this area. A metal eagle is placed in the center, it is clutching a gear with the Hitler Youth
diamond in enamel.
The back has a pin and is marked with the manufacturer's name and city of manufacturing.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII Hitler Youth items. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points
that should be noted.
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guide is included here to address this question. The value of the badges and awards is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
badges in the collector's market is illustrated.
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This belt buckle is currently being
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 badge. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine
the authenticity of the badge.
If you have an interest is seeing other Hitler Youth items, you can do so by going
to our WWII Hitler Youth Collectibles
identification guide.
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