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Site last updated: 1 November 2018. Periodic updates are made - This site is for historical purposes only and I have no political agenda or views. This blog is a personal hobby and while I endeavour to provide information as accurately as possible, it may be difficult due to the sometimes controversial nature of the artefact, or that little documented history is known. Like most collectibles, the decision about a piece still ultimately rests with you. All photos unless stated belong to the owner and permission must be sought in writing before use. Email us at: coburgbadge@gmail.com

Saturday 4 April 2020

Koburg Deutschland Erwache Standard

Period photograph of the Deutschland Erwache standard. The Deutschland Erwache (Germany Awake) Standards were first introduced on January 28, 1923. Note the early style writing from the first letter "K" of "Koburg"-Standarte compared with the spelling of the "Coburg-Abzeichen". Credit: Tobau/WAF
 

Koburg Deutschland Erwache Standard in Flag Room

Period photograph of "Adolf-Hitler-Haus" flag room with the Koburg DE on display. Building said to be "Standortquartier Adolf Hitlers" in October 1922. The house of Otto Gahr was commissioned by Hitler to make these coveted Deutschland Erwache Standards. Credit: OFW/WAF