Odznak 5. pluku podhalanských střelců

5 Pułk Strzelców Podhalańskich
5 Pułk Strzelców Podhalańskich - Przemyśl


The regimental badge was approved in the Journal of Orders of the Ministry of Military Affairs No. 13, position 129, dated 23.4.1929.


The badge is in the shape of a stylized, white enamelled swastika. In the centre of the cross, on the round shield, is inscribed the number 5 and the regimental name 5 PUŁK STRZELCÓW PODHAL. Between the arms of the cross there are four stylized eagles without crowns.


Method of wearing: on the left upper pocket of the uniform.
Dimensions: 38X38 mm.


* about the use of the swastika emblem and the mountaineering traditions in Polish mountain units can be found in the article "Polish units with the swastika in the emblem".


Source:
Badges of the Polish Army 1918-1945
Zdzisław Sawicki, Adam Wielechowski
Pantera Books 2007
ISBN: 9788320432992


photo: wikipedia

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Version of the badge for soldiers - unpainted. Made of silver-plated tombak.


Source:
Odznaki wojska polskiego 1918-1945
Zdzisław Sawicki, Adam Wielechowski
Pantera Books 2007
ISBN: 9788320432992


photo: allegro.pl

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