Croatia, Independent State. A Ustasha Defence Badge 1941-1943 United Republic of The sides of the boot

The sides of the boot bear two rows of stitching

Two certificates for the Eastern Front Medal

Pilot Officer Beale

with adjustable zink loops and buckles

Croatia, Independent State. A Ustasha Defence Badge 1941-1943 United Republic of The sides of the bootIn die stamped aluminum, without maker's mark but known to have been manufactured by Braca Knaus of Zagreb, number stamped "1161" on the reverse, measuring 43 mm (w) x 57 mm (h), missing its pinback, residue evident in the recessed areas, fine. Footnote: This badge was worn by the members of the Ustasha Defense Units. The primary role of the Ustasha Defense was security and policing of the camps like Jasenovac, Stara Gradiska, and others. These units