Nazi Party pin
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 0.670 inches (1.702 cm) | Width: 0.550 inches (1.397 cm)
Creator(s)
- Zaro Calabrese (Subject)
Biographical History
Zaro Calabrese, a former member of the 3rd US Cavalry Group which was attached to the 4th Armored Division, participated in the liberation of Ohrdruf. He lives in New Milford, N.J.
Archival History
The pin was donated to United States Holocaust Memorial Museum by Zaro Calabrese in 1995.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Zaro Calabrese
Scope and Content
Pin displaying the Nazi party insignia; possibly a war service pin. It was obtained during Zaro Calabrese's service in Europe in WWII.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Enamelled, red shield with black swastika against a gold circle and black iron cross.
Genre
- Identifying Artifacts
- Object