Tag des Deutschen Volkstums [Day of German Nationality] pin
Extent and Medium
overall: | Depth: 0.125 inches (0.318 cm) | Diameter: 1.120 inches (2.845 cm)
Archival History
The Day of German Nationality pin was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2005 by the University of Mary Washington Galleries.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of the University of Mary Washington Galleries
Scope and Content
Pin commemorating Tag des Deutschen Volkstums in 1934 in Gera, Germany. Established by the Nazi Party, the day was observed in schools and elsewhere to promote cultural identity among the German people.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Circular, embossed, metal pin with metallic copper colored coating on front. Center has 3 large embossed letters. At top is a small, embossed shield with a swastika in center. Embossed German text around border. Back has pin clasp attached with solder.
Corporate Bodies
- Nazi Party
Subjects
- Germany--Social life and customs--20th century.
- Nazi propaganda--Germany.
Genre
- Object
- Identifying Artifacts