SS Lieutenant Colonel Joachim Peiper commanded the 1st SS Panzer Division armoured spearhead during the Battle of the Bulge. Tunic comes complete with his correct replica decorations including the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords, German Cross in gold, 1st class Iron Cross, silver Close Combat Clasp, gold Wounds Badge, silver Panzer Assault Badge, bronze Infantry Assault Badge and Tank Destruction Badge. The collar and shoulder strap insignia are for the rank of SS Obersturmbannfuhrer ( Lieutenant Colonel ) Shoulder straps feature LAH cyphers for the 1st SS Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler Panzer Division with matching cuff title and officers arm eagle. Complete with replica grey German army shirt.
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