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The Hitler Youth Badge

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The Hitler Youth Badge - Badge, obverse.

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The Hitler Youth Badge (or Das Hitler-Jugend-Abzeichen in German) was a political award in Nazi Germany, given for various levels of service to the Hitler Youth (Hitler Jugend). Initially created in 1929, formal regulations for its presentation were established from 1933. Several other awards for merit and proficiency were also introduced by the Hitler Youth.

Public display of all Nazi Party awards, including the Hitler Youth badge, was banned after 1945.

The Hitler Youth Badge Grades and Designs

Standard Hitler Youth Badge

This badge denoted membership, particularly for leaders, and could not be worn once the individual left the Hitler Youth. It featured a golden-framed rhomboid with a black swastika in a red and white field, edged in silver.

Golden Hitler Youth Badge

Authorized by Hitler on June 23, 1934, and established by National Youth Leader Baldur von Schirach, this badge recognized leadership, long service, or special achievements. It was awarded to those who joined before October 2, 1932, and completed five years of continuous service. It resembled the standard badge but was edged in gold and could be worn indefinitely, even after leaving the Hitler Youth.

Golden Hitler Youth Badge with Oak Leaves

Instituted in 1935, this badge recognized exceptional services to the Hitler Youth and was awarded to about 250 individuals. It had a higher workmanship and was framed with a narrow border of oak leaves.

The Hitler Youth Badge - Nazi Germany Medals - Interwar & WW2
The Hitler Youth Badge - Badge, obverse.
The Hitler Youth Badge - Gold version, obverse.
The Hitler Youth Badge - Gold version, obverse.
The Hitler Youth Badge - With Oak Leaves version, obverse.
The Hitler Youth Badge - With Oak Leaves version, obverse.

Other Hitler Youth Badges

The variety of Hitler Youth badges arose from the organization’s desire to recognize different levels of achievement, service, and merit among its members. These included:

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