I got this armband at an auction and wonder if it is authentic. The description said it was for civilian use, but some internet searching said it was used to identify shot-down pilots.
Luftwaffe Armband
I got this armband at an auction and wonder if it is authentic. The description said it was for civilian use, but some internet searching said it was used to identify shot-down pilots.
A shot down pilot would be in uniform so that theory is bogus. It is always amazing what type of made up theories are purported to be fact. This was used by civilian employees of the Luftwaffe. From the images, it appears to be genuine.
BOB
LIFE'S LOSERS NEVER LEARN FROM THE ERROR OF THEIR WAYS.
Bob is correct.
Not entirely correct, Messerschmitt me-163 komet pilots wore them due to no markings on their protective clothing.
[QUOTE=duska;1596656]Not entirely correct, Messerschmitt me-163 komet pilots wore them due to no markings on their protective clothing.
/QUOTE]
That's true.
Some great work by the forum member HPL 2008 that gives the orders for aircrew to wear them.
Here is the link posted.
Luftwaffe Pilot/Aircrew Armband
All the best
Doug
Just curious, but is the guy's armband in the photo upside down?
Maybe jet lag?by Pablo
BOB
LIFE'S LOSERS NEVER LEARN FROM THE ERROR OF THEIR WAYS.
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