- Time Period: World War II
- Institution: 1941
- Country: Netherlands
The Honor Badge for Dutch volunteers in the “NSKK” was awarded for exceptional service in the Motor W.A.
The badge, available in bronze, silver, and gold, was awarded by Banleader Eman with input from the NSKK-Gruppe Luftwaffe liaison officer. bronze badges were typically awarded biannually on May 11 and November 9, while silver badges were reserved for exceptional cases and awarded at Christmas.
The Ggold badge is believed to have never been awarded.
The Dutch NSKK Honor Badge Design
The badge, die-struck from a bronze-copper alloy, features the Dutch “wolf-hook” emblem, a German helmet, and a downward-facing sword, with “TROUW” (Loyalty) inscribed on a transport tire. The reverse has a Belgian-style “C” catch and pin. Measuring 46.8mm x 51.2mm, the badge is associated with those who served in Russia during the winter of 1941-1942, were wounded at Milorowo, or volunteered for guard duties in Makajewka.
The Gold class criteria remain unknown, and reproductions of the badge, identifiable by different attaching hardware, have surfaced.
