Can anyone with in-depth knowledge of Luftwaffe flying units help me identify which squadron this "devil head" stick pin may have come from? It was given to me years ago by Hauptmann Helmut Eberspacher, a RK-winner who flew with 7.(F) LG 2, 1940-42; 3./SKG 10; III./KG 51; and NSG 20. Total of about 170 missions, 7 victories (3 night). Had the distinction of being the first pilot to fly over the Normandy Invasion beaches in a Fw-190 that early morning to verify and radio back that the invasion had indeed begun. He gave the pin to me, along with several other uniform items (e.g., boards, tabs, breast eagle), but never said which unit it came from. I didn't think at the time to ask him. I've had several reputable collectors/dealers look at it and confirm it's wartime--stamped metal with hand-applied paint. Finally, anyone willing to estimate a value since I have the documentation?
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Last edited by David Sims; 05-23-2009, 06:45 AM. -
reverseLast edited by David Sims; 05-23-2009, 06:45 AM. -
David,
It's 7.(F) LG 2 - check out the Luftwaffe unit emblems on this web site:
http://www.wwiidaybyday.com/
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Thank you, Carsten. This is most helpful. Really appreciate it.Comment
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