Hungary, Regency. A Levente Leader’s Badge, C.1944 Auction as many pilots from this

as many pilots from this unit were for their superior flying skills

(Issued 1815-1918)

unmarked but likely American made by WC LINK

He held the rank of Feldwebel (Sergeant) and may have received additional promotions

Footnote: The National Order of the Republic of Vietnam was established on August 15

Hungary, Regency. A Levente Leader’s Badge, C.1944 Auction as many pilots from thisIn bronze, enameled, 45mm x 59. 75mm, excellent quality, maker marked on reverse "Walther E. Budapest", in extremely fine condition, rare. Footnote: Levente Associations (Hungarian: Levente Egyesletek) or simply "levente" were paramilitary youth organizations in Hungary in the interwar period and during the Second World War. It was established in 1921 with the declared purpose of physical and health training. Since mid 1930s they have de facto become