This is an example of a standard issue Luftwaffe officer's uniform coat worn during World War II. Although the coat has numerous examples of awards and decorations there is no information available concerning who wore this particular coat.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Germany
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Uniforms: Military
Physical Description
Luftwaffe officer's service coat; single breasted with 4 silver buttons down front; 2 upper pockets with box pleats and 2 lower button flap pockets; yellow collar insignia and yellow rank insignia shoulder boards showing the rank of Hauptman (captain); silver cord on right shoulder for group adjutant; silver wire Luftwaffe eagle insignia on right breast; German Cross in gold on right upper pocket; figther badge on upper left breast; ribbons on top of upper left pocket; Iron Cross First Class on left pocket; aviator badge below left pocket.
Dimensions
Clothing (On Mannequin): 69.2 x 50.8 x 15.2cm (27 1/4 x 20 x 6 in.)
Materials
Overall: Wool
Inventory Number
A19760907000
Credit Line
Donated by George A. Petersen
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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