Germany. A Ground Found First Strike Of A Close Combat Clasp Auction An HJ membership badge

An HJ membership badge

with the obverse worn

Bruce was discharged "To return to civil life (his physical condition precluding his serving advantageously in the Army)" AKA "Physically Unfit"

He was then transferred to the Canadian Convalescent Hospital at Bear Wood

scattered interruptions in the fabric and light soiling on the uppers

Germany. A Ground Found First Strike Of A Close Combat Clasp Auction An HJ membership badgeA unique example of a ground found first strike of a Close Combat Clasp Nahkampfspange; constructed of a metal alloy unknown grade due to the lack of finish at this step of the manufacturing process; unmarked; measuring 99 mm (w) x 30 mm (h); in as found condition.