A wreath of five oak leaves runs around the circumference on each side of the medal with a pair of acorns at the base.

Inside the wreath is a large Wehrmacht-style eagle with folded wings grasping a swastika which itself surmounts a crossed bayonet and stick grenade.

The medal was held in place on the uniform with a pin and catch,[2] and was worn on the left chest pocket.

[3] From 22 June 1943, further classes were created, these bearing a small plate at the base with either 25, 50, 75 or 100 to recognise those soldiers who had taken part in numerous attacks.

In 1957 many World War II military decorations, including the General Assault Badge, were reauthorised for wear by qualifying veterans.