Original German WWII Heer Army Kuban Bridgehead Shield Decoration with Fabric & Back Plate - Ärmelschild Kuban 21st Century or as a simple means

or as a simple means of identification

it's very rare to find the bore in such great shape

Originating from the British garrison in Kathmandu

While RAF bombing of Germany began almost immediately upon the outbreak of war

Original German WWII Heer Army Kuban Bridgehead Shield Decoration with Fabric & Back Plate - Ärmelschild Kuban 21st Century or as a simple meansOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield, with a metal shield attached to field gray wool Heer (Army) cloth backing. This example definitely shows wear from service, which has worn through the bronzing on the front of the shield, though there is no major oxidation or other damage. There are stitches on the fabric surround, so it definitely looks to be uniform removed. The backing plate is