History

The so-called Swallow’s Nests are cloth insignia to be worn on the upper arms, just below the shoulders. They were worn by the musicians of the HJ, but only when they were performing. Swallow’s Nests were introduced on September 15, 1933.

The Swallow’s Nests of band Leaders have a base cloth in artillery red. The facing consists of silver-coloured wool tress. The lining is in brown twill. Additionally, they have a silver-coloured wool fringe.