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Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: Rare Photo of the Vlaams Jongerenkorps!
€125,00Original Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: Rare Photo of the Vlaams Jongerenkorps! Size: 18x13cm.
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Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: High Ranking Flemish NSJV Leader & VNV
€0,01Original Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: Event in Flanders with a high ranking youth leaders of the NSJV (Nationaalsocialiste Jeugd in Vlaanderen) and VNV. Rare insignia worn! Size: 23x17cm.
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Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: W-SS Officer & High Ranking Woman “Reichsfrauenführung”
€0,01Original Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: Event in Flanders with a high ranking Waffen-SS officer, Wehrmacht officers and a woman wearing the rare “Reichsfrauenführung” cufftitle and badges. Flemish W-SS soldier and Kriegsberichter Raf Verhulst can be seen in the background. Size: 23x17cm.
NVA EM Shoulder Boards Green – Grenztruppen (Price Per Pair)
€10,00NVA EM Shoulder Boards Green – Grenztruppen (Border Troops)
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NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Blue – Luftstreitkräfte (Price Per Pair)
€10,00NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Blue – Luftstreitkräfte (Price Per Pair)
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NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Blue – Luftstreitkräfte (Price Per Pair)
€10,00NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Blue – Luftstreitkräfte (Price Per Pair)
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NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Black – Pionier (Price Per Pair)
€10,00Original NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Black (PIONIER).
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2x Letters Felix de Ron – Vlaamse Wacht (Written while in Jail – POW)
€95,00Original 2x Letters & Covers of Major Felix de Ron, who was a Commander in the Vlaamse Wacht (Flemish Guard), the letters were written in jail as a prisoner.
Wehrmacht Arrest Form for Flemish Vlaamse Wacht Soldier
€100,00Original Wehrmacht Arrest Form for a Flemish Vlaamse Wacht Soldier, for not returning to the unit (AWOL). Condition as seen.
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Kriegsmarine Postwar Veteran Coin
€30,00Kriegsmarine Postwar Veteran Coin with all the awards of the Kriegsmarine on the Coin and on the reverse the iron cross.
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Joachim Müncheberg – Jagdgeschwader 26 “Schlageter” & Jagdgeschwader 51 “Mölders” (Schwertern) (Wartime Signed!)
€350,00Original wartime signature on a postcard of Joachim Müncheberg. Major Joachim Müncheberg (31 December 1918 – 23 March 1943) was a German Luftwaffe fighter pilot of the Second World War and one of the highest-scoring aces of the conflict, credited with 135 confirmed aerial victories. The majority of his successes were achieved over the Western Front, including 102 victories against Western Allied aircraft, of which 46 were against Supermarine Spitfire fighters. He also claimed 33 victories on the Eastern Front.
Joachim Müncheberg was awarded the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on 14 September 1940 as Oberleutnant und Staffelkapitän of 7./Jagdgeschwader 26 “Schlageter”. He subsequently received the Eichenlaub (12. Verleihung) on 7 May 1941, again as Oberleutnant und Staffelkapitän, JG 26 “Schlageter”. His final and highest decoration, the Schwerter (19. Verleihung), was awarded on 9 September 1942 as Hauptmann und stellvertretender Geschwaderkommodore of Jagdgeschwader 51 “Mölders”.
Condition as seen. Postcardsize.
This is sold on commission!
Lothar Hofer – SS-Artillerie-Regiment 54 “Nederland”
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Lothar Hofer. SS-Sturmbannführer Lothar Hofer (18.09.1914 † 22.01.1999) earned the Ritterkreuz on April 5, 1945 as SS-Sturmbannführer und Major der Schutzpolizei und Kommandeur of the III. Abteilung/ SS-Artillerie-Regiment 54 of the 23. SS-Freiwilligen-Panzer-Grenadier-Division “Nederland”. Good condition. Postcardsize.
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Edmund Roßmann – Jagdgeschwader 52 (A5-Size!)
€30,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Edmund Roßmann. Feldwebel Edmund Roßmann (11.01.1918 † 04.04.2005) flew a total of 640 sorties during the war, achieving 93 aerial victories. He earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on January 22, 1942 as Feldwebel in the III. Gruppe/ Jagdgeschwader 52 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on March 19, 1942 as Feldwebel and Flugzeugführer of the 7. Staffel, III. Gruppe/ Jagdgeschwader 52. Good condition. A5 Size.
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Erich Topp – Kommandant of “U-552” (Schwertern)
€30,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Erich Topp. Fregattenkäpitan Erich Topp (02.07.1914 † 26.12.2005) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on June 20, 1941 as Oberleutnant zur See und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552”, the Eichenlaub on April 11, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552” and the Schwertern on August 17, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552”. Size: 12,2×16,4cm.
Read more on Erich Topp (Wikipedia).
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Erich Topp – Kommandant of “U-552” (Schwertern)
€30,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Erich Topp. Fregattenkäpitan Erich Topp (02.07.1914 † 26.12.2005) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on June 20, 1941 as Oberleutnant zur See und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552”, the Eichenlaub on April 11, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552” and the Schwertern on August 17, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552”. Postcardsize.
Read more on Erich Topp (Wikipedia).
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Erich Topp – Kommandant of “U-552” (Schwertern)
€30,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Erich Topp. Fregattenkäpitan Erich Topp (02.07.1914 † 26.12.2005) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on June 20, 1941 as Oberleutnant zur See und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552”, the Eichenlaub on April 11, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552” and the Schwertern on August 17, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-552”. Postcardsize.
Read more on Erich Topp (Wikipedia).
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Japanese WWII Type 90 Steel Combat Helmet
€0,01Original WWII Japanese Type 90 combat helmet, which was used from 1930 to 1945 by soldiers of the Imperial Japanese Army. The helmet shell shows some signs of oxidation. In places, the underlayers of bluish paint are visible beneath the brush-applied paint.
The army star is fixed to the front part; it also serves as a rivet. On the rear inner rim of the hull, the kanji 少is stamped into the steel and painted white over it, indicating that it is a small size. Next to it, we can see the Kobe Seiko arsenal logo stamped in the steel (an S in a diamond) as well as a partially visible number.
The kanji indicating the size is also present on the leather band of the headdress. The leather helmet is in good condition. It has canvas compartments containing padding (one of the compartments is now empty) . One of them bears a Japanese army stamp indicating the production date of Showa 15 (1940).
The canvas chin strap is complete
Hitlerjugend Shoulder Boards (Pair) – Bann 564 (Complete with Slip-Ons)
€125,00Original matching pair of Hitlerjugend (HJ) shoulder boards for Bann 564.
Complete with slip-on attachments. The pair remains in overall good condition, showing typical age-related wear consistent with period items (see images for details).
A solid and authentic set of HJ insignia, clearly identifiable to a specific Bann unit, making it a desirable piece for collectors of youth organization material and German WWII uniforms.
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Westwall 1939/40 Ring
€160,00Original “Westwall 1939/40” ring with engraved text and cannon with beautiful artwork around the center. Condition as seen.
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British World War I Medal Clasp (Welsh Fusiliers, Borderers) (was Mentioned in Despatches!)
€195,00Original medalbar of Acting Quartermaster Serjeant (later Warrant Officer) Corfield J.H. who served with the Royal Welsh Fusiliers and South Wales Borderers. He earned the 1914-1918 Star, British War Medal and Victory Medal. He was mentioned in the Despatches (Gazette no. 30086, 22 May 1917, Page 5032). Condition as seen.
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RARE Studioportrait of 2x Flemish W-SS Volunteers – Blue Division Cap Badge being worn!
€250,00Original Studioportrait of Flemish Waffen-SS Easternfront volunteers Frans Deprez & Daniel Commeyn. Insignia of the Spanish Blue Division being worn on the cap as well as insignia on the civil clothing! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
- Daniel Commeyn was Killed in Action on 24.03.1943 near Krasny-Bor serving with the 1. Kompanie/ SS-Freiwilligen-Legion “Flandern”
- Frans Deprez died after the war, serving with the 1. Kompanie/ SS-Freiwilligen-Legion “Flandern”
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing Luftwaffe M43 Field Cap
€15,00Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing a Luftwaffe M43 Feldmütze (Field Cap)! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
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Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing DRL-Sportsbadge & Unknown Badge
€15,00Original Kriegsmarine) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (DRL-Sportabzeichen and unknown badge?). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
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Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA & Schützenschnur (Taken in Liege, BE)
€15,00Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Ribbons, Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen & Schützenschnur). Taken in Liege, Belgium. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
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Nikolaus von Falkenhorst – XXI. Armeekorps – Norway (Wartime Signed)
€95,00Original Wartime Signature on a Postcard of Generaloberst Nikolaus von Falkenhorst (17 January 1885 † 18 June 1968) was a senior commander in the German Army, best known for leading the successful invasion and occupation of Norway (Weserübung) in 1940. He served as Kommandierender General of XXI. Armeekorps during the campaign and later as Oberbefehlshaber in Norwegen.
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Original wartime signature of Generaloberst Nikolaus von Falkenhorst.
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Signed on a wartime postcard.
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Size: standard postcard format.
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Condition: As seen – period ink signature on postcard stock. Edges have been cut!
Collector’s Note
Nikolaus von Falkenhorst was one of the most significant German commanders of the Norwegian campaign, directly tied to Hitler’s strategic success in Scandinavia. His Knight’s Cross award citation was widely publicized as a propaganda tool. Original autographs of Falkenhorst on wartime postcards are sought-after, especially given his role as Oberbefehlshaber Norwegen and his later postwar trial and imprisonment.
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Outstanding DKiG Soldbuch & Wehrpass Grouping to Oberst Wentscher, 13. Panzer-Division
€1.495,00An exceptional and historically significant Soldbuch and Wehrpass grouping to Oberst Gerhard Wentscher, an early recipient of the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold, awarded on 1 December 1941 for his service as commander of (Panzer-)Artillerie-Regiment 13, 13. Panzer-Division.
Wentscher was a career officer with an extensive and well-documented military career spanning both World Wars. Promoted to Leutnant in 1915, he earned four awards during the First World War, including the Iron Cross 1st Class. He joined the Wehrmacht as a Hauptmann in 1934, became Kompaniechef in Artillerie-Regiment 13 in 1936, and following promotion to Major, served as Adjutant of the 13. Infanterie-Division from 1938.
In this role he participated in the Polish Campaign, earning the Spange zum EK II, and in the Western Campaign, where he was awarded the Spange zum EK I. After the conversion of the 13. Infanterie-Division into the 13. Panzer-Division, Wentscher served on the Eastern Front as Oberstleutnant and commander of Artillerie-Regiment 13. He was severely wounded in the leg on 13 October 1941, leading to his early award of the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on 1 December 1941. Declared unfit for further front-line service, he completed the war as an Oberst in the Oberkommando des Heeres.
Over approximately 18 years of service, Wentscher was entitled to an impressive twelve awards, including:
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Iron Cross II Class
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Iron Cross I Class
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Wound Badge in Black
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Honour Cross for Front Fighters
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Long Service Award IV Class
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Spange zum EK II
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Sudetenland Medal
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Spange zum EK I
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Officer’s Cross of the Romanian Crown
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Wound Badge in Silver
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General Assault Badge
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Deutsches Kreuz in Gold
The Soldbuch is a standout centerpiece, featuring an extraordinary large portrait photograph—quite possibly one of the finest Soldbuch photos extant. Wentscher is depicted holding a telephone, an action entirely against regulations for Soldbuch photographs, and is wearing his Deutsches Kreuz in Gold along with other decorations. The Soldbuch was opened in August 1939 and signed by Generalleutnant Moritz von Faber du Faur, divisional commander. It is complete and in very good condition.
The Wehrpass, opened in January 1941, also contains a military portrait photo showing Wentscher wearing his WWI EK I. It is complete, clean, and in excellent condition, meticulously listing his awards, units, campaigns, and promotions.
Additionally included in this outstanding grouping:
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Inländer-Jahresjagdschein (1940) with military portrait photograph
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Driving license, issued in Gross-Born, 1938
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A small private photograph
This is a unique, museum-quality grouping to a documented Panzer Oberst and early DKiG recipient. An unparalleled opportunity to acquire a true centerpiece for any advanced collection. The Soldbuch in particular offers exceptional visual and historical impact when displayed.
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Otto von Bülow – Kommandant of “U-404” (Eichenlaub) (Wartime Signed)
€225,00Original Wartime Signature on a Postcard of Otto von Bülow. Korvettenkäpitan zur See Otto von Bülow (16.10.1911 † 05.01.2006) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on October 20, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-404 and the Eichenlaub on April 26, 1943 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-404. Good condition. Edges have been cut.
Creditted with sinking 15 ships (Read more on Otto von Bülow (Wikipedia))
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Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen für 25 Jahre (25 Years Loyal Service Award)
€25,00Original Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen für 25 Jahre (25 Years Loyal Service Award). No ribbon. Condition as seen.
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Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen für 25 Jahre (25 Years Loyal Service Award)
€25,00Original Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen für 25 Jahre (25 Years Loyal Service Award). No ribbon. Condition as seen.
Tie Clasp (Dasspeld) of the Flemish Waffen-SS Veteran Organisation “Sint-Maartenfonds” (SMF)
€50,00Original rare Tie Clasp (Dasspeld) of the Flemish Waffen-SS Veteran Organisation “Sint-Maartenfonds” (SMF)
3x Pins of the Flemish Waffen-SS Veteran Organisation “Sint-Maartenfonds” (SMF)
€60,00Original 3x Pins of the Flemish Waffen-SS Veteran Organisation “Sint-Maartenfonds” (SMF).
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Set of 2x Pionier Award Docs (SMF PiKa & HIAG) + Gold Pin + Original Photo (Flemish W-SS Volunteer)
€250,00Originel set of a Flemish Waffen-SS Volunteer who served as a Pionier with the SS-Pionier-Bataillon 27 of the 27. SS-Freiwilligen-Grenadier-Division “Langemarck”, comes with two award documents from Veteran organisations PiKa (Pionier Kameradschaft Flandern) and HIAG. Comes with a original photo of him in W-SS uniform and golden PIKA pin ! Rare set.
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Oskar Schäfer – schwere SS-Panzer-Abteilung 503 (Battle of Berlin, King Tiger!)
€50,00Original 2x Postwar Signature on a Papers of Oskar Schäfer. SS-Untersturmführer Oskar Schäfer (16.01.1921 † 22.11.2011) earned the Ritterkreuz on April 29, 1945 as SS-Untersturmführer und Führer of the 3. Kompanie/ schwere SS-Panzer-Abteilung 503. Good condition.
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Remi Schrijnen – 6. SS-Freiwilligen-Sturmbrigade “Langemarck”
€35,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Remi Schrijnen. SS-Unterscharführer Remi Schrijnen (24.12.1921 † 27.07.2006) earned the Ritterkreuz on September 21, 1944 as SS-Sturmmann und Richtschütze in the 6. Kompanie/ 6. SS-Freiwilligen-Sturmbrigade “Langemarck”. Condition as seen. Smaller than postcardsize.
Knight’s Cross: “On 29.07.1944 Schrijnen was serving as the crew of a Pak 40 in the middle of a major Soviet tank/infantry attack. His position was hit by a heavy artillery barrage, with several rounds impacting just 10 metres behind the gun. Schrijnen was hit by several shell splinters, but the four other crewman all became casualties. Under the weight of the Soviet attack the order was given to withdraw. Schrijnen however disobeyed the order and remained behind to cover his comrades. Despite being wounded, exhausted and vastly outnumbered he was still able to knock out 4 T-34s and 3 IS-2s before his gun was destroyed. Later, counterattacking German forces found Schrijnen unconscious on the battlefield. He would receive the Knight’s Cross for his actions this day as well as for prior successes as an anti-tank gunner.”
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Paul Peller – 10. SS-Panzer-Division “Frundsberg” & “Horst Wessel”
€15,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Paul Peller. Paul Peller (00.00.1926 † ) served with the 10. SS-Panzer-Division “Frundsberg” & 18. SS-Freiwilligen-Panzergrenadier-Division “Horst Wessel”. Good condition. Postcardsizes.
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Heinz Macher – SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment “Deutschland” (EL+NKIG)
€35,00Original Postwar Signature on a Paper with Photo Attached to it of Heinz Macher. SS-Sturmbannführer Heinz Macher (31.12.1919 † 21.12.2001) earned the Ritterkreuz on April 3, 1943 as SS-Untersturmführer und Kompanieführer of the 16. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 3 “Deutschland” and the Eichenlaub on August 19, 1944 as SS-Obersturmführer und Kompaniechef of the 16. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 3 “Deutschland” of the 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”. Macher also earned the Nahkampfspange in Gold on October 18, 1944. Postcardsize. Condition as seen. Comes with extra unsigned photo.
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Fritz Rieflin – SS-Panzer-Pionier-Bataillon 2 “Das Reich”
€35,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Fritz Rieflin. SS-Obersturmführer Fritz Rieflin (05.02.1920 † 01.02.1996) earned the Ritterkreuz on May 6, 1945 as SS-Obersturmführer und Chef of the 2. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Pionier-Bataillon 2 of the 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”. Good condition. Some scribbling on the reverse.
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Otto Kumm – Regiment “Der Führer” & Division “Prinz Eugen” (Schwertern)
€70,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Otto Kumm. SS-Brigadeführer Otto Kumm (01.10.1909 † 23.03.2004) earned the Ritterkreuz on February 16, 1942 as SS-Obersturmbannführer und Kommandeur of the SS-Infanterie-Regiment “Der Führer”, the Eichenlaub on April 6, 1943 as SS-Obersturmbannführer und Kommandeur of the SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 4 “Der Führer” of the 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich“ and the Schwertern on March 17, 1945 as SS-Brigadeführer und Kommandeur of 7. SS-Freiwilligen-Gebirgs-Division “Prinz Eugen”.
Read more on Otto Kumm (Wikipedia)
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Karl Nicolussi-Leck – SS-Panzer-Regiment 5 “Wiking”
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Karl Nicolussi-Leck. SS-Hauptsturmführer Karl Nicolussi-Leck earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on April 9, 1944 as SS-Obersturmführer und Chef of the 8. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Regiment 5 of the 5. SS-Panzer-Division “Wiking”. Large size: 18,7×18,2cm.
Karl Nicolussi-Leck was the commander of a Panther company in the 5. SS-Panzer-Division “Wiking” during its efforts to relieve the trapped garrison at Kovel in March 1944. On the 27th of that month, with the German relief efforts still in progress, Nicolussi-Leck received an order to halt all offensive actions. By this point he was in radio conduct with the garrison, and felt that its relief was of the utmost importance. He thus told his radio operator to send a reply stating that he (Nicolussi-Leck) could not be found, and with that continued the push to the town. Three days later, following difficult fighting, he was able to reach the trapped garrison with seven tanks on the early morning of the 30th. By doing so he was able to substantially reinforce the garrison’s defences, and he remained with them until Kovel was finally relieved for good. His recommendation also says that he destroyed 17 tanks in the process, although it is possible this number is for the whole company. Either way, Nicolussi-Leck’s actions were judged to be worthy of the Knight’s Cross, and he received this award shortly afterwards. (Source: Traces of War)
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Jakob Fick – SS-Kradschützen-Regiment “Langemarck”
€75,00Original Scarce Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Jakob Fick (later known as Jakob Briehl-Fick). SS-Standartenführer Jakob Fick (17.01.1912 † 22.04.2004) earned the Ritterkreuz on April 23, 1943 as SS-Sturmbannführer und Kommandeur of the Kradschützen-Regiment “Langemarck” der 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”. Good condition.
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Fritz Darges – SS-Panzer-Regiment 5 “Wiking” & Personal Adjutant of Adolf Hitler
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Paper of Fritz Darges. SS-Obersturmbannführer Fritz Darges (08.02.1913 in Dülseberg † 25.10.2009 in Celle) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on April 5, 1945 as SS-Obersturmbannführer und Führer of the SS-Panzer-Regiment 5 of the 5. SS-Panzer-Division “Wiking”. Condition as seen. NOTE: The signature is written on a paper on which a photo in pasted!
He served as an Adjutant to Martin Bormann and later was a personal Adjutant to Adolf Hitler. After his death a manuscript with his memoirs was published. Read more on Fritz Darges (Wikipedia)
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Karl Brommann – schwere SS-Panzer-Abteilung 503 (King Tiger & Battle of Berlin!)
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Karl Brommann. SS-Untersturmführer Karl Brommann (20.07.1920 in Neumünster † 30.06.2011 in Dithmarschen) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on April 29, 1945 as SS-Untersturmführer and Führer of the 1. Kompanie/ schwere SS-Panzer-Abteilung 503. Good condition. Postcardsize.
“On 14 November 1944 the unit was redesignated 503rd Heavy SS Panzer Battalion. It had a total of 39 (instead of the full complement of 45) Tiger IIs and was loaded onto trains on 27 January 1945, and sent to the Eastern Front in the Army Group Vistula sector. By 15 April 1945, the 503rd reported a total of 12 Tiger IIs, of which 10 were still operational. The 503rd ended the war fighting in the Battle of Berlin as part of Kampfgruppe Mohnke.”
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Karl Kreutz – SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2 “Das Reich” (Eichenlaub)
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Karl Kreutz. SS-Standartenführer Karl Kreutz (20 September 1909 † 27 July 1997) was a decorated artillery commander of the Waffen-SS who rose to the rank of SS-Standartenführer during the Second World War. He distinguished himself as commander of the SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2 “Das Reich”, earning both the Knight’s Cross and later the Oak Leaves for his leadership in some of the war’s final and fiercest battles.
Awards and Decorations:
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 27 August 1944, as SS-Standartenführer and Kommandeur of SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2, 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”.
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub zum Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes, 857th award) – 6 May 1945, as SS-Standartenführer and Kommandeur of SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2, 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”.
Awarded for further distinction during the fighting in the Ardennes, Hungary, and especially in Vienna. In Vienna, Kreutz’s artillery took up direct fire positions at a vital crossroads to halt Soviet breakthrough attempts. During the retreat, his regiment acted as the rearguard of the Division—a rare and exceptional role for an artillery unit—earning him recognition for his outstanding leadership.
Career Highlights:
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Joined the Waffen-SS and advanced through the artillery branch, eventually taking command of SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2 “Das Reich.”
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His regiment supported the division in numerous battles across the Eastern and Western Fronts.
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Recognized with the Knight’s Cross in 1944 for his leadership in France during the Normandy and subsequent fighting.
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Decorated with the Oak Leaves in the final days of the war for his extraordinary handling of the regiment in the Ardennes Offensive, in Hungary, and during the defense of Vienna.
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Survived the war and lived in Germany until his death in 1997.
Item Details:
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Authentic postwar signature of SS-Standartenführer Karl Kreutz.
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Signed on a postwar photograph.
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Condition: Clear and well-preserved autograph.
Collector’s Note:
Kreutz’s signature is highly desirable for collectors of Waffen-SS and 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich” history. His rare distinction of earning the Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves as an artillery commander—especially for his regiment’s rearguard role in Vienna—makes this an exceptional addition to any advanced collection.
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Willi Hein – SS-Panzer-Regiment 5 “Wiking”
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Willi Hein. SS-Hauptsturmführer Willi Hein (26.04.1917 † 25.10.2000) earned the Ritterkreuz on May 4, 1944 as SS-Obersturmführer und Chef of the 1. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Regiment 5 of the 5. SS-Panzer-Division “Wiking”.
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Ludwig Hoffmann – SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 23 “Norge”
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo & Letter of Ludwig “Lutz” Hoffmann. SS-Hauptsturmführer Ludwig Hoffmann (21.03.1908 † 10.02.1999) earned the Ritterkreuz on May 9, 1945 as SS-Hauptsturmführer und Kommandeur of the III. Bataillon/ SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 23 “Norge” of the 11. SS-Freiwilligen-Panzergrenadier-Division “Nordland”. Condition as seen. Postcardsize.
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Karl Kreutz – SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2 “Das Reich” (Eichenlaub)
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Karl Kreutz. SS-Standartenführer Karl Kreutz (20 September 1909 † 27 July 1997) was a decorated artillery commander of the Waffen-SS who rose to the rank of SS-Standartenführer during the Second World War. He distinguished himself as commander of the SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2 “Das Reich”, earning both the Knight’s Cross and later the Oak Leaves for his leadership in some of the war’s final and fiercest battles.
Awards and Decorations:
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 27 August 1944, as SS-Standartenführer and Kommandeur of SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2, 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”.
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub zum Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes, 857th award) – 6 May 1945, as SS-Standartenführer and Kommandeur of SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2, 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”.
Awarded for further distinction during the fighting in the Ardennes, Hungary, and especially in Vienna. In Vienna, Kreutz’s artillery took up direct fire positions at a vital crossroads to halt Soviet breakthrough attempts. During the retreat, his regiment acted as the rearguard of the Division—a rare and exceptional role for an artillery unit—earning him recognition for his outstanding leadership.
Career Highlights:
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Joined the Waffen-SS and advanced through the artillery branch, eventually taking command of SS-Panzer-Artillerie-Regiment 2 “Das Reich.”
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His regiment supported the division in numerous battles across the Eastern and Western Fronts.
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Recognized with the Knight’s Cross in 1944 for his leadership in France during the Normandy and subsequent fighting.
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Decorated with the Oak Leaves in the final days of the war for his extraordinary handling of the regiment in the Ardennes Offensive, in Hungary, and during the defense of Vienna.
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Survived the war and lived in Germany until his death in 1997.
Item Details:
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Authentic postwar signature of SS-Standartenführer Karl Kreutz.
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Signed on a postwar photograph.
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Condition: Clear and well-preserved autograph.
Collector’s Note:
Kreutz’s signature is highly desirable for collectors of Waffen-SS and 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich” history. His rare distinction of earning the Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves as an artillery commander—especially for his regiment’s rearguard role in Vienna—makes this an exceptional addition to any advanced collection.
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Knight’s Cross: “On the 01-02.04.1945 Sturmbannführer Stenwedel and his Bataillon distinguished themselves while holding a crossing over the Murr river. Despite a lack of support from heavy weapons they were able to defend their positions successfully against overwhelming enemy forces, and by doing so they secured the safe passage of the rest of the 13. SS-Freiwilligen-Waffen-Gebirgs-Division “Handschar” over the Murr river. Stenwedel was recommended for the Knight’s Cross as a result.”
Provenance: This signature comes from one of the largest postwar signature collection I’ve ever commissioned. This collection was started by a Waffen-SS Veteran, Werner H., in the 1950’s until he passed away.
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