WW2 German NS-RKB 25 Year Veteran’s Membership Lapel Badge

The WW2 German NS-RKB 25 Year Veteran’s Membership Lapel Badge was awarded to long-serving members of the National Socialist Reichskriegerbund (NS-RKB), the official association for German war veterans during the Third Reich. This badge recognized 25 years of continuous membership and service within the organization. The badge typically features an enamel cross with a central medallion bearing the NS-RKB insignia, often flanked by oak leaf motifs symbolizing strength and longevity. A gilt finish and blue enamel accents are distinctive features, with a pin attachment on the reverse for wear on civilian attire. The NS-RKB played a role in uniting pre-existing veterans’ groups under the National Socialist regime, emphasizing loyalty to the party and the state. The 25-year badge reflects both the long-established history of German veterans’ associations and the organizational changes implemented during the Nazi era. This item is relevant for collectors and researchers focused on military and social organizations of the period.