Germany. Ss. A Waffen-Ss Eastern Youth Volunteer Arm Insignia United Republic of It carries a facsimile of

It carries a facsimile of the Commander of the 12th Infantry Division

silver frame and iron core (magnetic)

on a paper backer

In January 1918

vertical needle style pin with a functional hinge/catch assembly

Germany. Ss. A Waffen-Ss Eastern Youth Volunteer Arm Insignia United Republic of It carries a facsimile of(SS Helfer rmelabzeichen). Constructed of a white cotton base, dyed in black to reveal a white SS insignia inside of a triangle, unmarked, measuring 90 mm (w) x 68 mm (h), in near extremely fine condition. Footnote: Arm insignia, such as the example offered, were worn by SS Helfer units, comprised of youth volunteers from the Soviet Union. Most of these personnel served as flak crew. Provenance Footnote: This item was brought to the United States as