RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry

RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry
RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry
RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry
RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry
RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry

RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry

RARE WWII FRENCH 1ST DLM LIGHT MECHANIZED DIVISION METAL BADGE. 1ère Division Légère Mécanisée, 1ère DLM. Was the first of the armoured divisions of the French Cavalry. It was mobilized on 22 August 1939 and dissolved in June 1940.

The designation "light" for this division was something of a misnomer, denoting its ability to deploy rapidly rather than their size or equipment. With their 300 armored vehicles including 250 tanks (Somua, Hotchkiss and AMR Renault tracked) and 50 Panhard armoured cars, their three battalions of dragoons on motorcycles, and towed field guns, they constituted the French equivalent of the German Panzer divisions.

The badge depicts the insignia of the 1st DLM, which is a boar inside of a horseshoe. A tank can be seen in the background.

The badge measures about 1 3/8" (35mm) tall and 1 1/4" (32mm) wide. It has a pin back, possibly a pocket or beret badge.

It's made of white metal and appears to be nickel plated. The design is done in high relief. Condition of this 1st DLM badge is VERY GOOD. The nickel plating is mostly intact with just a few small spots of loss. The pin on the reverse side is original and operational.

Overall, this hard-to-find badge looks fantastic and displays beautifully. It would make a fine addition to any collection.

Please take a close look at the many photos I've provided and judge condition for yourself. These badges are hard-to-find, especially in such nice condition. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please let me know. I will insure this item at my own expense.

Txzj pxzj4713 txzj-11 txzj41 txzj71 txzj115. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\France". The seller is "virginia_quailman" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.


RARE WWII French 1st DLM Metal Badge Light Mechanized Division Armored Cavalry