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Ostmedaille
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can you give me full, correct, German name of the decoration awarded for participation in winter 1941-1942 on the Eastern front. I know it as Ostmedaille. MfG, Marko Last edited by markojeras; 20th June 2005 at 08:51. Reason: To attach photo of decoration in question |
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Re: Ostmedaille
The full name was Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/2.
Kind regards Grzesiu |
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Re: Ostmedaille
We in Luftwaffe and Army called this Ostmedaille: "Gefrierfleischorden!" same like "frozen meat medal", because of the many amputations of frozen legs an arms.
regards Peter Spoden |
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Re: Ostmedaille
Thank you for input!
With best regards, Marko |