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#PJ38 Leutnant Alois Strasser, 45. Volksgrenadier Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Leutnant Alois Strasser who served with 134. Grenadier Regiment of the 45. Volksgrenadier Division. The 45. Volksgrenadier Division was formed on 21 October 1944, by renaming the 45. Grenadier Division. Shortly before this change, the division had been transferred to the Warka bridgehead. The division was then destroyed in the Vistula bend in January 1945. The remnants of the battle group were captured by the Russians near Königgrätz. Fortunately for Alois, he was sent away for officer training before the surrender, saving him from likely Russian captivity, and eventually surrendering to the Western Allies and surviving the conflict. $220
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#PJ36 Leutnant Paul Dietzler, 257. Infantrie Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Leutnant Paul Dietzler who served with the Aufklärungs-Abteilung 257 (Reconnaissance) of the 257. Infantrie Division. Paul was an early member of this unit, and participated in the invasion of Poland and the invasion of Russia where they remained until August of 1944 until it was destroyed with Army Group South. Paul managed to survive, and continued as an officer until the end of the war. The Soldbuch is first issue and well filled out as it somehow survived the entire conflict in Paul’s pocket. Paul would have been decorated on many occasions, including at minimum the Eastern Front Medal, but unfortunately Paul’s awards are unknown due to the awards page being removed in an otherwise very complete Soldbuch. $200
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#PJ34 Gefreiter Johann Fischer, 387. Infantry Division & 4. Kavallerie-Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Gefreiter Johann Fischer who began his career serving as a radio operator with the 387. Infantrie Division inside Russia during early 1944. Shortly after the division disbanded he was sent to the newly formed 4. Kavallerie Division. In May 1944 Johann would be hit and wounded by shrapnel in Southern Europe shortly before being captured by the British in the Mauterndorf region of the Tauern Mountains. An award was entered at one point but crossed out for unknown reasons. Interesting book. $150
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#PJ33 Soldaten Johannes Misiewicz, 144. Wervaltung Komp
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Soldaten Johannes Misiewicz who served with 144. Wervaltung Komp. This is a late war Soldbuch and Johannes was an older soldier, he would have filled administrative gaps while the Wehrmacht was busy moving young fighting age soldiers from rear positions into frontline roles. Great entry level example. $100
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#PJ37 Stabsgefreiter Heinrich Rininsland, 82. Infanterie Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Stabsgefreiter Heinrich Rininsland, of the Panzerjager Abt 182, part of the 82. Infanterie Division beginning in August of 1942. During this period while Heinrich was with the 82. Infantrie Division they were fighting on the Ostfront in Russia, and eventually near Kursk, where Heinrich was removed from battle for frostbite. Heinrich was awarded the General Assault badge for his service in the East, and would also later receive the War Merit Cross 2nd class with Swords. $200
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#PJ39 Unteroffizier Fritz Klepper, 339. Infantrie Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Unteroffizier Fritz Klepper who served with Panzerjager Abt. 339 of the 339. Infantrie Division. Fritz served primarily on the Eastern Front, and was first wounded by shrapnel in September 1943, and later shot and wounded in January 1944. Fritz was awarded the Eastern Front Medal, General Assault Badge, War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords, Drivers Badge in Bronze, Iron Cross 2nd Class, Infantry Assault Badge and the Wound Badge in Silver. He was issued with a sidearm, a P38 pistol. Fritz also engaged in 9 days of close combat. This is an excellent Soldbuch from a veteran who witnessed a lot of intense combat. $250
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#PJ35 Obergefreiter Friedrich Korz, 101. Jäger Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Obergefreiter Friedrich Korz of Jäger Regiment 229, of the famous 101. Jäger Division. Friedrich was awarded the Black Wound Badge after being shot in 1944. The Soldbuch is complete with original but non regulation photo, as headgear wasn't typically permitted. This is a great Soldbuch to an elite division. $225
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#PJ27 Werkmeister Fritz Holzappel, 339. Infanterie-Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Werkmeister Fritz Holzappel, who served with the Nachschubführer 339 (Motor transport unit) of the 339. Infantrie Division. Fritz served primarily in the Eastern front, and throughout the war he would be awarded the War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords, The Eastern Front Medal and the General Assault Badge. As a side arm, Fritz was issued an unspecified pistol for his duties. In terms of condition, this book is barely holding together with loose pages, and pages 5-6 are missing. $200
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#PJ29 Obergefreiter Hans Wienhusen, 371. Infanterie-Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Obergefreiter Hans Wienhusen, who was assigned to the 371. Infantarie-Division after it was annihilated at Stalingrad. After being rebuilt in France in Mid 1943, the division was sent to Croatia for anti-partisan duties before being sent to the Ostfront in January of 1944. The division was deployed to Northern Ukraine, Poland and Upper Silesia, where it fought in several defensive battles. Wienhusen was wounded by shrapnel while fighting in Ukraine in August of 1944 which would remove him from the front for the remainder of the war, and he was decorated with the Iron Cross 2nd Class for actions around the same time. He was also awarded a Croatian War Badge. A lot of further research potential. $200
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#PJ26 Leutnant Kurk Krause 3. Panzer Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Leutnant Kurk Krause, who served with Schutzen Regiment 3 of the 3. Panzer Division. A member of the Wehrmacht prior to the Second World War with a Long Service Award and an Oberfeldwebel at the time, the 3. Panzer Division participated in the invasion of Poland and Operation Barbarossa. During the Battle of Kiev in 1941 , Oberfeldwebel was seriously wounded earning himself the Wound Badge in Silver , likely from losing a limb, and the Iron Cross 2nd Class. The wound must have been serious enough to remove him from the front permanently as he spent the remainder of the war with various hospitals and training units, he did eventually attaint the rank of Leutnant in March of 1945. Excellent first issue soldbuch to an early member of the Wehrmacht. $325
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#PJ23 Obergefreiter Johannes Dierrsen, 269. Infantrie Division, MIA/KIA
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Obergefreiter Johannes Dierrsen, who served with Artillerie Regiment 269 of the 269. Infantrie Division. The 269. Infantrie Division was established on August 26, 1939. From June 22, 1941, the division participated in the Russian campaign. It marched to the area south of Lake Ladoga. In the first half of 1942, the division fought in the Volkhov and Pogostje Pockets. It was subsequently deployed between Leningrad and Volkhov. In December 1942, the division was relocated to Norway as an occupation force. In October 1944, the division was relocated from Norway to southern France until December 1944. In January 1945, the division was transferred to the Oder and deployed in the Breslau area. At some point during this time, Dierrsen went missing in action (MIA) and the circumstances are still not known. He was decorated with the Eastern Front Medal and the War Merit Cross 2nd class with Swords. The Soldbuch is missing an inserted photo but it comes with small grouping of personal photos. $225
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#PJ28 Unteroffizier Hans Jäkel, 134. Infantrie Division
Original Second World War German Army Soldbuch that was issued to Unteroffizier Hans Jakel, who served with the Panzerjäger-Abteilung 134 of the 134. Infantrie Division. Jakel Served on the Eastern Front from April 1941 until he was severely wounded by shrapnel on Nov 15 1943 in Belarus during the Battle of the Dnieper, spending the remainder of the war in numerous hospitals in Germany. Highly decorated, Jakel was awarded with the Iron Cross 1st class, Iron Cross 2nd Class , Eastern Front Medal, General Assault Badge and the Wound badge in Black. After the war , Jakel was employed by the Royal Army Service Corps which can be seen on the inside of the back cover. Soldbuch in used but great condition however de-nazified likely due to his service with the British authorities after the war, also of note, Jakel had his own personal 7.65 caliber Pistol with a permission slip to posses it. $350
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#PJ31 Schutzen Adolf Schwiening, Landesschützen-Ausbildungs-Bataillon 17
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Schutzen Adolf Schwiening, who served with Landesschützen-Ausbildungs-Bataillon 17. Landschutzen units were primarily manned with older personnel or wounded soldiers unfit for frontline duties. At the beginning of the war their duties were all rear guard and security duties, guarding POW´s, bridges, installations, transports etc. Later special units like bridge, transport guard units were formed leaving them mainly POW guard duties. Of course some units in occupied territories were also involved in anti partisan operations. $100
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#PJ21 Wehrpass, Franz Hingerz, 36 & 373 Infantry Division, KIA
Original Second World War German Wehrpass that was issued to Franz Hingerz who served with the 36 & 373 Infantry Divisions. This Wehrpass was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $175
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#PJ15 Lieutenant Ulrich Noack, 101 Jäger Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Lieutenant Ulrich Noack, who served with the 101 Jäger Division. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $425
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#PJ14 Flieger Josef Nägeli, Feldstrafgefangenen-Abteilung 11
Original Second World War German Wehrpass that was issued to Flieger Josef Nägeli, who served with Feldstrafgefangenen-Abteilung 11 until he was killed in action (KIA). This Wehrpass grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $175
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#PJ13 Obergefreiter Emil Happle, 101 Jäger Div.
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Obergefreiter Emil Happle who served with the 101 Jäger Division. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $425
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#PJ12 Gefreiter Hans Tanner, Sicherung-Battalion 273
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Gefreiter Hans Tanner, who served with Sicherung-Battalion 273. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $125
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#PJ2 Obergefreiter Harry Hirt, 5 Jäger Division, KIA
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Obergefreiter Harry Hirt, who served with the 5 Infanterie Division, 5. Leichte Infanterie Division, and 5 Jäger Division and was killed in action. Harry achieved 29 listed close combat days, and was issued an MP40. Full disclosure: Some collectors could debate the silver close combat clasp entry, however it just appears that the entry was corrected and is probably okay, please examine. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $350
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#PJ8 Sanitäts Obergefreiter Wolfgang Behne, 377 Infanterie Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Sanitäts Obergefreiter Wolfgang Behne who served with the 377 Infanterie Division. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $225
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#PJ10 Schütze Franz Esser, Sicherungs Bataillon 1023
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Schütze Franz Esser, who served with Sicherungs Bataillon 1023. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $150
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#PJ3 Obergefreiter Wilheilm Hutter, 157 & 8. Gebirgs-Division
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Obergefreiter Wilheilm Hutter, who served with the 157 & 8. Gebirgs-Division. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $300
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#PJ1 Gefreiter Arthur Ehlert, 56 Infanterie Division & 1. Skijäger-Brigade, KIA
Original Second World War German Wehrpass that was issued to Gefreiter Arthur Ehlert who served with the 56 Infanterie Division & 1. Skijäger-Brigade and who was killed in action (KIA). This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $250
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#MA28 Gefreiter Kanonier Viktor Topilz Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Gefreiter Kanonier Viktor Topilz who served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. Hermann Göring. Viktor was not a member of the DAK but did serve in Africa. Includes a large variety of wartime and post-war documents that also belonged to Viktor. The Soldbuch itself is in well used and carried condition, with pages coming loose from being carried in the soldiers pocket. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). $300
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#RG226 Hauptfeldwebel Hans Brunner, Hermann Göring Division
Original Second World War German Luftwaffe Soldbuch to Hauptfeldwebel Hans Brunner. In Sept 1944, Brunner transferred to the Hermann Göring Division, and by January 1945 the Fallschirm-Panzergrenadier-Regiment 4 Hermann Göring. At this time the division was fighting the Red Army in the Vistula-Oder offensive. Trapped in the Heiligenbeil Pocket and having to be evacuated by sea, they went on to defend the Oder-Neisse line on the German-Polish border. In April 1945, the remnants of the Hermann Göring Panzerkorps was sent to Silesia and would eventually be pushed back by the advancing Soviets, by early May 45 the remains of the Panzer Korp began breakout attempts west to surrender to US troops at the river Elbe. Despite this, the majority of the division fell into Soviet hands. Good carried condition. $550
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#MA11 Unteroffizier Johann Wenzko, Panther Crewman, KIA, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belonged to Unteroffizier Johann Wenzko who was a a Panther tank crewman with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring, 4/ & 1. Panzer-Regiment. Johann was awarded the Flak Badge, Iron Cross 1st Class, and Iron Cross 2nd Class having served in the Low Countries, Italy, and East Prussia. Johann was killed in action 1 April 1945. The Soldbuch itself is in good lightly carried condition. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). Very scarce. *Sold*
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#MA15 Feldwebel Artur Petermann, EKI, EKII, Luftwaffe Tank Badge, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring.
Original Second World War German Soldbuch of Feldwebel Artur Petermann who served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring. Artur was award the Iron Cross 1st Class, Iron Cross 2nd Class, and an extremely rare Luftwaffe Tank Badge. The Luftwaffe Tank Badge is so uncommon this is one of few document that proves it was actually awarded. Both Iron Crosses are from the same action which means he must have done something that took extreme bravery. The Soldbuch itself is in good genuine carried condition. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). Very special and rare Soldbuch. *Sold*
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#MA10 Obergefreiter Adolf Bauer, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belonged to Obergefreiter Adolf Bauer, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). *Sold*
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#MA17 Oberfeldwebel Willi Schlüter, EKII, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belong to Oberfeldwebel Willi Schlüter who served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1, Hermann Göring division. Awarded the Iron Cross 2nd Class. Lot includes an additional photo of Willi, as well as his dog tag with original string. The Soldbuch itself is in excellent lightly carried condition. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector, and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA7 Schützen Harald Eisenhart Rothe, Close Combat KIA, Panzer-Division-Hermann-Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch and Wehrpass grouping that belonged to Schützen Harald Eisenhart Rothe who was killed in action while serving Panzer-Division-Hermann-Göring. Harald Eisenhart Rothe died on that one day of close combat was recorded in his Wehrpass. Most likely he was killed in close combat at Anzio. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). Scarce. *Sold*
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#MA20 Pionier Ludwig Slüber, G43 issued, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belong to Pionier Ludwig Slüber who served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring, in the Panzer Pionier Battalions. Ludwig died in hospital 14 May 1944. In the delivery of material section, Ludwig’s Soldbuch has an entry for a G43 semi-automatic rifle. The Soldbuch itself is in excellent lightly carried condition. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA1 Lt Eberhard Stange, WIA, EKI, EKII, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1.
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belonged to Leutnant Eberhard Stange. From October 1944, Leutnant Stange served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 of the elite Luftwaffe Hermann Göring armoured division (See page 17). Awards include Black Wound Badge, Anti-Aircraft Badge, Russian Campaign Medal, Ground Assault Badge, and both Iron Cross First and Second Class. Impressive Soldbuch to a well decorated officer who saw substantial action. The Soldbuch itself is well carried with some of the pages coming loose. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). *Sold*
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#MA13 Unteroffizier Rudolf Haase, WIA, EKII, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring Bodyguard Unit
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belonged to Unteroffizier Rudolf Haase Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring, assigned to 7kp. / Begleit-Battalion-Reichsmarshal (Bodyguard unit). Rudolf was wounded in action, and was awarded the Iron Cross 2nd Class as well as Silver Wound Badge. The Soldbuch itself is in well carried condition, and it’s a nice bonus that two photos are included with this lot. The grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). *Sold*
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#MA8 Kanonier Rudolf Kosa, KIA, Fallshirm-Panzer-Division 2 Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch grouping that belonged to Kanonier Rudolf Kosa, who was killed in action serving with Fallshirm-Panzer-Division 2 Hermann Göring. The Soldbuch grouping includes the original Verwundete (Wound card). The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). *Sold*
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#MA27 Schützen Kurt Strauss, KIA, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1.
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Schützen Kurt Strauss who served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. Hermann Göring. Kurt survived Sicily, Monte Casino, Anzio, and includes letters to his mom before he went on a recce where he was killed in action on 27 May 1944. The Soldbuch itself is in salty carried condition, with the pages coming loose, it was likely in Kurt’s pocket when he was killed. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA14 Schütze Kanonier Raimund Kräus, KIA, Regiment General Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belonged to Schütze Kanonier Raimund Kräus, 2 kompanie / Ersatz Batterie Regiment General Göring. Raimund went missing in action and is presumed killed in action 13 February 1942 in Russia. The Soldbuch itself is in excellent lightly carried condition, no photo was attached to the Soldbuch but a photo of Raimund is included. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). *Sold*
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#MA30 Gefreiter Anthur Claus, WIA, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1.
Original Second World War German Soldbuch and award grouping issued to Gefreiter Anthur Claus of Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. Hermann Göring. Anthur was wounded in action, and his Black Wound Badge is included in the grouping along with his Ground Assault Badge. Both badges are genuine wartime examples issued to Anthur, they are in worn condition and both feature maker’s marks. The group also features Anthur’s identification disc, in worn condition with original string necklace. A variety of other documents are included, and Anthur’s Soldbuch itself is in excellent lightly carried condition. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). Scarce to find such a complete Soldbuch and award grouping for a member of Hermann Göring. *Sold*
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#MA5 Sanitäts Obergefreiter Ernst Scharberger (WIA) Fallshirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belonged to Sanitäts Obergefreiter Ernst Scharberger Fallshirm-Panzer-Division 1 Hermann Göring. Having seen extensive service, Ernst Scharberger also received several awards during Crimean defensive battles, the Iron Cross 2nd class, and Wound Badge in black. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos). *Sold*
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#G2687 Gertrüde Peters, Red Cross Worker Grouping
Original Second World War document grouping of Gertrüde Peters who was a German Red Cross worker. The grouping consists of her Deutches Rotes Kreuz Personalausweis (Identity card) and Reisepass (Passport). Both documents feature clear photographs of Gertrüde in her uniform. It’s difficult to find groupings like this to women who served in the Third Reich. *Sold*
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#G2364 Max Neumann, Fallschirm Panzer Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Max Neumann who served with Fallschirm Panzer Hermann Göring. The Soldbuch itself is in excellent lightly carried condition. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA26 Orbergefreiter Julius Görner, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1.
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that was issued to Orbergefreiter Julius Görner who served in Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. Hermann Göring. The Soldbuch itself is in lightly carried condition. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA34 Peter Faustin, Panzerkorps Hermann Göring Grouping
Original Second World War German Soldbuch grouping issued to Peter Faustin. Peter served with Panzerkorps Hermann Göring and the grouping includes a lot of paperwork. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA16 Gefreiter Kurt Lessig, Ersatz Regiment Hermann Göring / 9. SS Panzer Division “Hohenstaufen”
Original Second World War German Soldbuch that belong to Kurt Lessig who served with Ersatz Regiment Hermann Göring and 9. SS Panzer Division “Hohenstaufen”. The Soldbuch itself is in good genuine carried condition. The Soldbuch was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA31 Unterfeldwebel Hans Biesmann, EKII, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. He
Original Second World War German Soldbuch issued to Unterfeldwebel Hans Biesmann who served with Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 1. Hermann Göring. Hans won the EKII and the group includes award documents, photos, and other paperwork. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#MA22 Herman Göring Citation Group Unteroffizier Günter Oeckinghaus
Original Second World War German 2. / Flakregiment Herman Göring citation group awarded to Unteroffizier Günter Oeckinghaus. Contains documents for the Wound Badge in Black (Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz) and Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge (Erdkampsabzeichen der Luftwaffe). The Ground Assault Badge document is signed by General Paul Conrath (KC). This group is featured in Forman’s Guide to 3rd Reich documents in Volume 2, page 125. *Sold*
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#G2449 Fallschirmjager Georg Nachtrab of the 2. Fallschirmjager Division
Original Second World War German document grouping to Fallschirmjager Gefreiter Georg Nachtrab of the 2. Fallschirmjager Division, Fallschirmjager Regiment 23. After serving with RAD in 1943 he was called up to to the Luftwaffe and assigned to the newly formed Fallschirmjager Regiment 23 in early 1945, which at the time was fighting over the Rhine near Essen Germany. On March 24-28 1945, U.S. ground forces pushed their way across the Rhine through the Fallschirmjager Regiment 23 positions, with Nachtrab earning the Iron Cross Second Class in the battle. Georg Nachtrab was eventually taken prisoner when in mid-April 1945 the division was encircled in the Ruhr Pocket and surrendered on April 16, 1945. *Sold*
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#G2402 Johann Bossak, Waffen-SS Pz. Gr. Regt. 6 "Theodor Eicke"
Original Second World War German Soldbuch to SS Panzer Grenadier Johann Bossak, opened on Febuary 1st 1945. Bossak completed his training with SS Panzer Grenadier Training Battalion 16. In April 1945, Bossak was assigned to 2/SS Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 6 "Theodor Eicke" of the 3. SS Panzer-Division "Totenkopf". At this time the division was making a fighting withdrawal through Austria after participating in the Russian Vienna Offensive. On April 25, 1945, the division had a strength of only 8,743 men and no more heavy weapons. As the Americans advanced from the West, parts of the division took up positions on the line in Donau, Dimbach, Weißenbach, St. Oswald, and Freistadt. On May 7, 1945, the division received the order to withdraw to the West in hopes of being taken prisoner by the Western Allies. Unfortunately, on 14 May 1945, the members of the division were handed over to the Red Army. Bossak was issued the standard K98 Rifle and was not wounded or awarded during his service. On page 3 it states that he was released from service on May 9 1945, signed by an officer on 12 May 1945, likely saving Bossak from almost certain death in Soviet captivity. The Soldbuch itself is in good condition, it's possible the "SS" markings on the cover were erased and re-applied (We aren't sure) and there is some small damage to the rear cover. Really interesting Soldbuch from a hard to find Waffen-SS unit and survivor. *Sold*
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#RG188 Pionier Haus Heynold, Pionier-Bataillon 342, GAB, Close Combat Days
Original Second World War German Soldbuch to Pionier Haus Rudi Heynold, opened on 27 March 1944. He had previous membership with the Hitler Youth with the entry for the Hitler Youth Proficiency Badge, awarded on 1 January 1944. Heynold Served with 3/Pionier-Bataillon 342 of the 342 Infanterie-Division in the summer of 1944. From the end of July 1944, the division fought on the Vistula and in the Baranow bridgehead opposing the Soviet Red Army, it was at this time Heynold was involved in heavy combat with the entries of 5 close combat days. He would eventually be awarded the the General Assault Badge (GAB) on 23 October 1944, for participation and support of three infantry assaults on three different days. Shortly after these encounters Heynold was wounded by shrapnel and removed from the front until 16 February 1945, Being awarded the Black Wound Badge (BWB) on 1 January 1945. Upon his release from the Hospital, he was assigned to Sturmboot-Kompanie 902, a pioneer force that was trained for assault boats and assault boat drivers for the remainder of the war. The Soldbuch itself is in typical carried condition as to be expected. This a great late war Heer Soldbuch that was carried by a young soldier who saw lots of action. *Sold*
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#MA33 Heinrich Schultze, EKI, Fallschirm-Panzer-Division 2. Hermann Göring
Original Second World War German Soldbuch issued to Heinrich Schultze. Heinrich was awarded a lot of medals including the EKI with award document signed by the Red Baron's cousin. This Soldbuch grouping was researched by a previous collector and that information is included in printed form (shown in the photos - please read). *Sold*
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#SA5 Reich Labour Service Pass, Lydia Karowsky
Original Reich Labour Service Pass (Reichsarbeitsdienst-Pab) for a young female member of the organization named Lydia Karowsky. In her photo she is wearing the RADwJ service broach and RAD woman’s district sleeve badge. Nice example with a great photo. *Sold*
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