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It is not for observation balloons but barrier balloons. These were balloons that held cables of wire up in the sky to prevent planes from flying in certin areas. Seen mostly used in and around London, England during the blitz. The German word "Sperr" mean a barrier. In this case an air barrier. I learned this from speaking to a WW2 German veteran today at a local gun show. He served in the Waffen SS and knew only that this was not a sucessful program in Germany and was short lived. Sooooooo, I was hoping someone had seen one of these before. Thank you for your input! Vince

Hello, I have re-edited my origonal post w/new images. Thank you very much for your help. Vince

Hello all, This is not a cast medal but has very crisp details. It reads, "1942" on top of the Luft. eagle and "LUFTSPERRABTEILUNG 2/101", On the reverse there is a tied down balloon with a bat in the center of a crest with oakleaves on both sides. The medal is attached to a standard piece of Herr blue ribbon. I have been collecting for many years and have not seen anything like this before Gentlemen, your opinions, Please! Thank you, Vince

Hello Gentlemen, Can anyone assist me in locating a World War 1 Iron Cross, Austrian tri-fold ribbon for the Non-combatant award? Happy Holidays & Thank you! Vince

Hello Gerd, I am not able to post photos yet. If you wish to write to me at: vindog86@hotmail.com I will be more than happy to send you the photos the my neatest Iron cross! My best, Vince