Gordon Williamson Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 It wasn't just the odd few awards such as EKs, DKs, Auxiliary Cruiser badges etc which were made out in Japan for U-Boat personnel. From a German collector who specialises in the so-called "Monsun" boats that served in the far east, this highly unusual cap eagle was also embroidered out in Japan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Williamson Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 As was the cockade and Oakleaves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Williamson Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 And check the IJN buttons used for the chinstrap !The cap originally belonged to Leutnant Kurt Schwarzbach (U 178) and the owner was fortunate enough to get it direct from Herr Schwarzbach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Williamson Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 ..................with a photo of the original owner wearing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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