Germany, Third Reich. A Civilian Luftwaffe Flak Helper’s Stick Pin certificate_of_authenticity Illinois (1908-1916) and North Carolina

Illinois (1908-1916) and North Carolina (1917-1921) before attending the University of North Carolina (1921-1925)

where he re-engaged for three years' service on October 1

some chipping to enamels on reverse

Order of the Academic Palms (silver and enamels

Footnote: Helmut Paul Emil Wick (1915–1940) was a fighter ace who flew combat missions in France and Britain

Germany, Third Reich. A Civilian Luftwaffe Flak Helper’s Stick Pin certificate_of_authenticity Illinois (1908-1916) and North Carolina(Luftwaffenhelfer Anstecknadel). Constructed of aluminum finished metal, unmarked, measuring 30 mm (w) x 19 (h) with a 40 mm pin, in overall extremely fine condition.