Original German WWII Commemorative Medal Of 1 October 1938-
This medal is die-struck and very detailed, with a bronze finish. Shows some age and patina. The ribbon displays Sudetenland colors. The center red stripe on this is slightly faded. The obverse showcases two distinct raised figures: one proudly holding a flag, while the other breaks free from chains, symbolizing liberation. Above them, a German national eagle grasps a wreathed mobile swastika, representing the unity of the nation. On the reverse side, the central date "1. OKTOBER 1938" is encircled by the poignant inscription "EIN VOLK, EIN REICH, EIN FÜHRER" ("ONE PEOPLE, ONE NATION, ONE LEADER"), encapsulating the fervor of the era. Notably unmarked, this medal is in very good condition.
The medal was stablished on the historic date of 1 October 1938, serves as a poignant memento of the German occupation of Sudetenland and its subsequent annexation into the German Reich. This medal was bestowed upon individuals who played instrumental roles in facilitating Sudetenland integration into the Reich.
