A 1938 Leipzig Deutsche Gepäckmarsch Meisterschaft Badge GTRexclude Enemy casualties were unknown but

Enemy casualties were unknown but believed extremely heavy

with emanating rays in the background

residue in the recessed areas of the Star and VM

which was occupying positions north-west of Toul

illustrating nine men dressed in field uniforms

A 1938 Leipzig Deutsche Gepäckmarsch Meisterschaft Badge GTRexclude Enemy casualties were unknown butA 1938 Leipzig Deutsche Gepckmarsch Meisterschaft badge (9. 5. 1938); In pressed gold painted leather, diagonal pin; maker marked Esoplast DRR Nr. 659373 on reverse; very fine condition. Footnote: The Gepckmasch Meisterschaft is a military competition of Swiss origins. Participants of the race had to run walk a distance up to a full marathon in full combat gear, including a full uniform, rucksack, and a rifle.