DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Combat Groups of the Working Class – Silver

The Medal for Faithful Service in the Combat Groups of the Working Class – Silver is an official decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR), awarded to members of the Kampfgruppen der Arbeiterklasse, the paramilitary workers’ militia.

This silver class medal represents a higher level of long-service recognition, awarded to members who demonstrated sustained loyalty, discipline, and commitment over an extended period of service.

Description

• Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)

• Organization: Kampfgruppen der Arbeiterklasse (Combat Groups of the Working Class)

• Class: Silver

• Type: Long Service Award

Design:

• Obverse typically features DDR state and militia symbolism

• Reverse bears inscription referring to faithful service (treue Dienste)

• Same design as the bronze class, distinguished by silver finish

Historical Context

The Kampfgruppen der Arbeiterklasse played a key role in protecting industrial infrastructure and supporting internal security within East Germany during the Cold War.

The silver class medal was awarded to personnel who showed continued dedication and reliability, representing a step above the bronze class within the long-service award hierarchy.

Condition: As seen in the images.

A desirable DDR paramilitary decoration, ideal for collectors of East German Cold War and workers’ militia memorabilia.