WW2 German 1942 Demyansk Shield w/ Named Certificate – Framed, Georg Lange

This is a one of a kind collectible from the brutal Eastern Front campaign of WWII.
This original WW2 German Demyansk Shield Award, complete with its official named award certificate, was issued to Unteroffizier Georg Lange of the 5./Grenadier Regiment 376. The shield, originally worn on the uniform, features a Wehrmacht eagle, swastika, and crossed swords beneath “1942,” commemorating the infamous siege in the Demyansk Pocket.

Instituted on April 25, 1943, the award recognized soldiers who withstood the Soviet encirclement from February to May 1942. The certificate, dated April 1, 1944, is printed on original wartime parchment and bears commanding officer signatures and Third Reich insignia. Both the shield and certificate are professionally matted and framed, preserving their historical integrity.

This set stands as a powerful artifact of resilience under extreme wartime conditions, offering collectors a visually compelling and authenticated piece from the Eastern Front.

Features:

• Original 1942 Demyansk Shield & Award Certificate
• Awarded to Unteroffizier Georg Lange, 5./Grenadier Regiment 376
• Official 1944 document with Third Reich markings and signature
• Custom matted & framed: approx. 19.75" W x 16.75" H, 4.6 lbs
• Represents one of WWII’s most intense siege campaigns

Condition: Clean and complete, both medal and certificate show minimal wear. Museum-display ready.

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Item Location: TTA 6855402