{"product_id":"imperial-german-wwi-bavarian-air-force-observers-badge-medal-order-full-size-reproduction","title":"Imperial German WWI Bavarian Air Force Observers Badge Medal Order – Full-Size","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a reproduction of the \u003cstrong\u003eBavarian Air Force Observers Badge\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally awarded during World War I to personnel of the Kingdom of Bavaria who qualified as aircraft observers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6.7 cm × 4.5 cm (2.64 × 1.77 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Antique silver tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttachment: Pinback fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bavarian Air Force Observers Badge was introduced during World War I to recognize aviation personnel specializing in aerial observation and reconnaissance. Observers supported battlefield operations by directing artillery, gathering intelligence, and coordinating from the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe badge was awarded to officers and non-commissioned officers who completed training and demonstrated skill in airborne reconnaissance. It was worn by members of Bavaria’s military aviation units, which formed part of the Imperial German Air Service (Luftstreitkräfte).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is a collectible reproduction intended for study, historical display, or educational purposes. It is not an original WWI-issued badge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valormedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48532349223106,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/3155\/3218\/files\/2H5A3748_53ab431a-7f2f-4da5-81b7-7953a7d5db05.jpg?v=1785748194","url":"https:\/\/valormedals.com\/products\/imperial-german-wwi-bavarian-air-force-observers-badge-medal-order-full-size-reproduction","provider":"Valormedals.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}