WW2 German Nazi Wehrmacht Waffen SS KRIM shield campaign Crimea
WW2 German Nazi Wehrmacht Waffen SS KRIM shield campaign Crimea
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WW2 German Nazi Wehrmacht Waffen SS KRIM shield campaign Crimea
The Crimea Shield could be awarded to all members of the Wehrmacht and to Luftwaffe and other units affiliated to the campaign between 21 September 1941 and 4 July 1942. The following conditions needed to have been met for the award:
served in the area for at least 90 days; or
been wounded while serving in the area; or
been engaged in at least one major operation against the enemy.
Romanian troops serving in the Crimea were also eligible.