The emblem shows a shield with crossed swords, representing the military justice organs of the National People’s Army (NVA) of East Germany. It was the official tactical symbol for disciplinary authorities, military prosecutors, and legal divisions.

Motif: Tactical symbol of the NVA’s military justice system
Key Feature: Shield and swords – symbolizing protection of order and enforcement of discipline
Time Period: 1956–1990
Usage: Found at command posts, legal departments, military courts, and on administrative documentation
Context: Used by military legal advisors, prosecutors, disciplinary officers, and legal training staff
Historical Background:
The military justice system of the NVA oversaw internal legal matters, enforcement of military law, and disciplinary proceedings. It included specialized officers responsible for legal reviews, court-martials, and consultations on service-related law. The shield stands for protection of the armed forces’ structure; the swords for authority and command enforcement. These units operated within a strict political-military framework and were closely aligned with state institutions such as the Ministry of State Security (Stasi).

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