WW2 German Army Officer’s Cockade and Wreath

The WW2 German Army Officer’s Cockade and Wreath is a uniform insignia used by officers of the German Heer (Army) during the Second World War. The set consists of two components: the cockade, a circular device featuring the national colors of black, white, and red; and the surrounding oak leaf wreath, a symbol of military honor. Both elements were typically constructed from metal or aluminum and attached to the front of the visor cap (Schirmmütze). The cockade signified the wearer’s service to Germany, while the wreath denoted officer rank and was distinguishable from versions used by enlisted personnel. The design was standardized throughout the conflict, with only minor variations depending on the manufacturer or specific production period. These insignia served both as a mark of national identity and of internal hierarchy within the German armed forces from 1935 to 1945. The cockade and wreath remain of historical interest to collectors and researchers of military uniforms.