German Iron Cross ribbon with pin acquired by an American soldier
Extent and Medium
a: Height: 1.500 inches (3.81 cm) | Width: 1.375 inches (3.493 cm)
b: Width: 1.375 inches (3.493 cm)
Archival History
The ribbon and pin were donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2014 by Tara Barenok, the great-niece of David F. Busch.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Tara Barenok
Scope and Content
Ribbon for Iron Cross with pin acquired by PFC David F. Busch, while serving as a soldier in the United States Army in Europe. The object originally attached to the pin is missing; only the mount remains.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
a. Silcer colored metal in and 3-pronged brass colored metal mount for iron cross. is brass colored and pin is silver colored. b. Folded ribbon with 5 vertical stripes: black, white, wide red, white,
Subjects
- World War, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, American.
- Soldiers--United States--Biography.
Genre
- Military Insignia
- Object