Army Flak Badge by G.H. Osang.

The Army Flak Badge was established on July 18,1941,by Generalfeldmarschall von Brauchitsch,the Supreme Commander of the Army,to recognize members of anti-flak batteries, searchlight crews, and sound-locator crews, who distinguish themselves in actions against Allied aerial attacks. Initially, the badge was awarded for group achievement instead of individual achievement. Units would receive it after downing five targets. This was later changed, and a point system reflecting the requirements needed to receive the Luftwaffe Flak Badge was instituted for the Army Flak Badge as well. In order to receive the badge, an individual had to accumulate a total of sixteen points. Initially, two points were conferred for downing an enemy aircraft with the assistance of another Flak battery. If a sole battery was responsible for bringing down an aircraft, each member involved received four points. One point was awarded to search and spotlight crews for every enemy aircraft they detected. During the later stages of the war, this was slightly changed. From then on,the badge could be awarded after participating in three air defense actions that resulted in the downing of a plane,or after participating in five air defenses regardless of downing of planes. Badge in the excellent condition, measuring 45.80mm(w) x 62.25mm(h),weighing 48.7 gr., magnetic pin, marked on the reverse G.H.Osang,Dresden.