2008-09
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/31/2008
Printed black/red/offwhite, 22” x 36,” with “REICHSKRIEGSFAHNE” STAMP ON TH HOIST, fine. This style was in use 1935-45. Nazi swastika flag became Germany's sole national flag. A new naval ensign, similar in style to the ensign of the Imperial Navy, was introduced at the same time. Later it was also made the war flag for use on land. The national flag served as the naval jack, and with a small Iron Cross added in the upper hoist it was flown by merchant vessels whose masters were naval reserve officers.
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