The Infantry Assault Badge was established in late 1939. It was awarded to infantrymen who participated in combat action. The criteria required participation in three or more infantry attacks, counter-attacks or reconnaissance operations or in hand-to-hand combat or defensive operations of combat positions.  This is a “hollow” (cut out) version of the silver award which was given to foot infantry including mountain troops. It is a fully-functional die-cast replica which is appropriate for wear by German WWII veterans and Wehrmacht re-enactors.  

Seller's note: Although this badge fully complies with the laws of the German Federal Republic(Bundesrepublik), the full size version was not worn by members of the Bundeswehr.  Instead the award was worn on a blue ribbon bar ribbon represented by a "mini" device.

This replica is intended for US re-enactors and collectors who prefer to wear the
award without the political emblem.