Croatia, Independent State. A Ustasha Defence Badge, C.1942 United Republic of printed signature of Henry L

printed signature of Henry L

Olaf in Gold

Footnote: The Order of the Oak Crown was established in 1841 by Grand Duke William II

but then discharged in early 1939 based on his age

documented as having flown an Offensive Patrol from Whitehall to Southampton on September 23rd

Croatia, Independent State. A Ustasha Defence Badge, C.1942 United Republic of printed signature of Henry LIn die stamped aluminum in the shape of a shield, ground found, obverse with the Ustasha insignia in the centre, inscribed "1941 1943" above and "OBRANA" below, all within a traditional intricate Croatian border, reverse number stamped "3798", measuring 43. 2 mm (w) x 56. 7 mm (h), missing its attachment, residue evident on the reverse, fine. Footnote: The badge was worn by members of the Defence units, whose primary role was security and policing of