Leaves - Jaegers' insignia Wehrmacht

Description

Sleeve patch with three oak leaves in an oval made of rope. It was worn on the right sleeve (above the elbow, the top point of the oval is 16 cm below the shoulder seam). Size approximately 6x7 cm.

The sign is embroidered on dark green cloth.

Historical reference.

The Jaegers were elite troops and their training required time and labor. In addition to unique elements of the uniform (caps, boots, pants made of special material), they wore a distinctive sign. Mountain Jaegers  wore the image of a mountain edelweiss flower, and field  Jaegers (light infantry) wore oak leaves.

Badges on a dark green background were used by the Wehrmacht.