Germany, NSDAP. A Kurhessen Greeting Plaque inscribed “Kurhessen Greets its Guests” by Gebrüder Fest Archive The inside of the pouch

The inside of the pouch was formerly divided into two sections by the use of a narrow horizontal strap near the top but it has been lost to time

overlaid by a patinated winged bomb

while the reverse ricasso bears a maker’s mark of “ED

Footnote: The 2nd Jäger Battalion initially fought in France

who saw extensive wartime service with both Schützen-Regiment 12 and Panzergrenadier-Regiment 12 of 4

Germany, NSDAP. A Kurhessen Greeting Plaque inscribed “Kurhessen Greets its Guests” by Gebrüder Fest Archive The inside of the pouchIn silvered bronze; maker marked Gebrder Fest, Hanau A M on reverse; measuring 109 mm x 60 mm; extremely fine condition.