Uniforms of the Luftwaffe (1935–45)

Bruno Sassen wearing a Luftwaffe Fallschrimjaeger helmet. Luftwaffe styles of uniform and rank insignia had many unique features between By Hitler's decision on February 26, , the Luftwaffe was to be officially the third branch of the Wehrmacht as of March 1, The new Luftwaffe was faced with the problem of uniforms, as they wanted a uniform distinct from those of the other two branches of the Wehrmacht Heer and Kriegsmarine and also wanted a clear differentiation in dress of military and civilian flyers. The basic uniform consisted of a blue-grey single-breasted, open-collared jacket with four pockets and flaps, white shirt and black necktie, blue-grey trousers, black leather boots and a blue-grey peaked cap , side cap or Model Stahlhelm.