Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent unissued condition original German WWII Balkenkreuz (Beam Cross) identification flag used for Panzer tanks and other vehicles. It is in very good lightly condition and measures approximately 39" x 76" inches. Flag is constructed of cotton and has brass four grommets (one in each corner), which were used to secure the flag to the back of the vehicle, facing the sky in order to prevent friendly fire from German aircraft. The flag is a multi-piece construction with a Balkan cross on white background stitched onto the red base.
This example is as close to "mint" as we have seen, showing just a few small stains and soiling from storage. We can find no signs of it having been ever used on a vehicle. The red is still vibrant, and there is very little age toning to the white circle. The larger size would suggest a larger vehicle. Ready to display!
The Balkenkreuz (lit. "beam cross" or "bar cross") is a straight-armed cross that was first introduced in 1916-18 and later became the emblem of the Wehrmacht (German Armed Forces) and its branches from 1935 until the end of World War II. It was used by the Heer (Army), Luftwaffe (Air Force), and Kriegsmarine (Navy).
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- Due to legal restrictions this item cannot be shipped to Australia, France or Germany. This is not a comprehensive list and other countries may be added in the future.
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