Third Reich Kreta Cuff Band – Unit Marked – Item 119846

Full length uniform removed Luftwaffe Kreta cuff band. An issued example marked to reverse to Luftwaffe unit and RBNr issue numbers. The Kreta cuff title was introduced on 16.10.1942 for wear by those German troops who had taken part in the successful battle for the Island of Crete. The main requirements were to have made a parachute or glider born landing on the island between 20-27 May 1941. Was mainly issued to Luftwaffe paratrooper and army troups