German WW2 Naval Coastal Artillery Badge
The Naval Artillery War Badge or War Badge of the Coastal Artillery was a World War II German military decoration awarded to the crews of Kriegsmarine land-based marine artillery and anti-aircraft units.
Initially presented to only coastal air defense units, it was later awarded to crews of guns positioned against naval targets.
A crew could receive the award by achieving eight points:
- Two for downing an aircraft unassisted
- One for downing an aircraft assisted
- Five for aiding in the downing of aircraft for radar, searchlight or other such units
The Naval Artillery War Badge or War Badge of the Coastal Artillery was a World War II German military decoration awarded to the crews of Kriegsmarine land-based marine artillery and anti-aircraft units.
Initially presented to only coastal air defense units, it was later awarded to crews of guns positioned against naval targets.
A crew could receive the award by achieving eight points:
- Two for downing an aircraft unassisted
- One for downing an aircraft assisted
- Five for aiding in the downing of aircraft for radar, searchlight or other such units
| Weight (g) | 20.00 |
|---|---|
| Restricted Product? | No |
| Affiliation | German |
| Service | Navy |
| Insignia Fastener | Catch |
| Insignia Use | Award/Medal |
| Material | Metal |