Ustasha Defense Badge GTRexclude A Second War Iron Cross

A Second War Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939

"Tommy" World was a Sergeant in the Queen's Own Rifles at age 20

78th HIGHLANDERS)

The exceptional gallantry and determination displayed by Captain Mallon resulted in the capture of 100 prisoners

his Asthma was reassessed

Ustasha Defense Badge GTRexclude A Second War Iron CrossThis type of badge was worn by the members of the "Ustasha Defense" Units. Primary role of the Ustasha Defense was security and policing of the camps like Jasenovac, Stara Gradiska, and others. These units were under the command of Eugen Dido Kvaternik first, then Maks Luburic took over the command in 1942. Badge was made of stamped aluminum, measures 43 x 57mm. Numbered "4031". Pin on reverse missing, worn, good very good condition. Unmarked though