Original Item: Only One Available. The National Socialist Movement in the Netherlands (Dutch: Nationaal-Socialistische Beweging in Nederland  or NSB) was a Dutch fascist and later NSDAP related political organization that eventually became a political party. As a parliamentary party participating in legislative elections, the NSB had some success during the 1930s. After the breakout of WWII, the NSB advocated strict neutrality, however after the German invasion and Dutch defeat, they openly collaborated with the occupying forces.

It became the only legal party in the Netherlands during most of the Second World War, and membership grew to about 100,000. The party gained almost complete control of local government, with every mayor being also a member of the NSB. The organization chose the "Wolfsangel" (Wolf's Hook) as their symbol, which was used as an early symbol of German liberty and independence after its adoption as an emblem in various peasant revolts and wars. Like many old symbols, it was co-opted by the NSDAP and other Fascist organizations, and gained new meaning.

As with the NSDAP, the NSB adopted armbands for various functions, and this is a very nice example made from yellow light canvas, with a black "Wolfsangel" symbol embroidered onto it. We have unfortunately not been able to determine the exact purpose of this particular variant, and it most likely was worn by general collaborators and members of the NSB.

It is in very good condition, measuring approximately 14" x 4 1/4", and is stitched together in the back. it shows only light wear, with some wrinkles and light staining. It does not look to have seen heavy service, and there are no stitch marks indicating it was sewn to clothing at any time. We assume it was meant to be worn around casual clothing, and not as part of a uniform, indicating that the person was a collaborator.

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