German Democratic Republic
The German Democratic Republic (East Germany) used a socialist insignia from 1950 until its reunification with West Germany in 1990. In 1959 the insigna was also added to the flag of East Germany.
| Insignia of the German Democratic Republic | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coat of arms of East Germany 1950–1953. |
Coat of arms of East Germany 1953–1955. |
Coat of arms of East Germany 1955–1990. |
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