Original SA (Sturmabteilung) “SA Treffen Braunschweig 17/18. Oktober 1931” Badge. Condition as seen.

Original “Der Stahlhelm” Membership Badge. Condition as seen.

Original “Der Stahlhelm” Membership Badge. Condition as seen.

Original VAVV Female Portrait – Vrijwillige Arbeitsdienst voor Vlaanderen (Flemish Labor Service, with Brooch)

Original World War II portrait photograph depicting a female member of the VAVV (Vrijwillige Arbeitsdienst voor Vlaanderen / Voluntary Labor Service for Flanders), a Flemish collaboration labor organization active during the German occupation of Belgium.

The subject is shown wearing the official VAVV brooch, clearly visible and worn on the uniform, adding strong period authenticity and visual appeal. Female portraits from Flemish labor service organizations with insignia in wear are uncommon and of particular interest to specialized collectors.

Details:

• Organization: VAVV – Flemish Voluntary Labor Service

• Depicted: Female member, with original VAVV brooch in wear

• Approx. size: ca. 8 × 10 cm

• Original wartime photographic portrait

• No reproduction

Condition:
Good original condition with expected age-related characteristics consistent with period portraits. Image remains clear, with no alterations.

Original Wehrpass of Gefreiter Stoltz who served with the Panzer-Regiment 3 during the Polish Campaign and West Campaign, until he got wounded in France. Afterwards he served with Panzer-Regiment 39. He earned the Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse on November 3, 1939 and the Panzerkampfabzeichen and Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz. 

SS-Oberscharführer Ernst Barkmann (25 August 1919, Kisdorf † 27 June 2009, Kisdorf) was a Waffen-SS NCO and tank commander in the 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich.” He became one of the division’s most famous Panzer aces and was decorated for his actions in Normandy during the summer of 1944.

Barkmann received the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) on 27 August 1944 as SS-Unterscharführer und Panzerkommandant in the 4./SS-Panzer-Regiment 2. His most renowned action, often referred to as “Barkmann’s Corner,” took place near Le Lorey, where his Panther tank reportedly destroyed numerous Allied vehicles in a single engagement, halting an American advance.

Awards and Decorations

• Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 27 August 1944, as SS-Unterscharführer und Panzerkommandant, 4./SS-Panzer-Regiment 2, 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich.”

• Other wartime decorations included the Iron Cross 1st and 2nd Class, Panzer Badge in Silver, and the Wound Badge.

Item Details

• Authentic postwar signature of SS-Oberscharführer Ernst Barkmann.

• Signed on a postwar photograph.

• Size: Postcard format.

• Condition: As seen, well-preserved autograph.

Collector’s Note

Ernst Barkmann’s reputation as a Panzer ace of the Waffen-SS, particularly tied to the legendary events at “Barkmann’s Corner,” makes his signature highly sought after among collectors of armored warfare memorabilia and Knight’s Cross recipients. Postwar signed photographs of Barkmann are increasingly scarce and represent an important piece of history from the Normandy campaign and the Das Reich Division.

Original 2x Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Manfred Büttner. Fahnenjunker-Oberfeldwebel Manfred Büttner (25.02.1921 in Spittelndorf † 29.05.1992 in Plön) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on April 29, 1945 as Fahnenjunker und Feldwebel of 2. Kompanie/ Fallschirmjäger-Regiment 26 of the 9. Fallschirmjäger-Division. Bit smaller as PC. Signed on the reverse. Set of 2!

Set of Heinrich Springer! Including original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Heinrich Springer. SS-Sturmbannführer Heinrich Springer (03.11.1914 † 27.10.2007) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on January 12, 1942 as SS-Hauptsturmführer und Führer of the 3. Kompanie/ “Leibstandarte-SS Adolf Hitler”. Postcardsize. Comes with a letter!

Original World War II Flemish Waffen-SS recruitment postcard bearing the slogan “Vlaanderen vraagt Soldaten” (“Flanders calls for soldiers”). The design depicts a medieval Flemish warrior alongside a modern Waffen-SS soldier, symbolizing historical continuity and used as propaganda to encourage Flemish enlistment.

The reverse text instructs volunteers to register for the Waffen-SS or the Flemish Volunteer Legion at the Ersatzkommando der Waffen-SS – Wetstraat 44, Brussels, a well-known recruitment address during the occupation.

Details:

• Period Flemish Waffen-SS propaganda postcard

• Recruitment message for Flemish volunteers

• Issued from Brussels (Wetstraat 44)

• Standard postcard size

Condition:
Original wartime item. Condition as shown, with light age toning and minor handling wear consistent with period postcards. Unused.

A historically significant and visually striking Flemish collaboration propaganda postcard, desirable for collectors of Waffen-SS material, Flemish occupation history, or WWII propaganda ephemera.

A compact yet historically rich Wehrmacht document grouping to Obergefreiter Paul Heuser, consisting of his original Soldbuch, Erkennungsmarke, award documents, and several late- and post-war papers, including POW material. All components are period originals and form a coherent, matching set.

Contents of the Grouping

• Original Soldbuch, issued to Obergefreiter Paul Heuser

• Matching Erkennungsmarke, correctly numbered and fully corresponding to the Soldbuch

• Award document for the Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse

• Award document for the Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz

• Additional service and administrative documents, including POW-related paperwork from 1945–1946

Military Service
Paul Heuser served primarily with Infanterie-Regiment 473, including duty with the Stab of the 253. Infanterie-Division, and later ended his service with Landesschützen-Bataillon 319. His Soldbuch documents a frontline infantry career typical of the Eastern Front formations of the Heer.

Awards Confirmed in the Soldbuch

• Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse (EK2)

• Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz

• Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42 (Ostmedaille)

The EK2 and Wound Badge award documents accompany the group and match the entries in the Soldbuch. Notably, the Soldbuch is denazified, as commonly encountered in late-war or post-war retained documents, while the EK2 award document remains non-denazified, providing an interesting contrast within the set.

Condition
The Soldbuch shows honest period wear consistent with field use, including handling, edge wear, and age toning, but remains complete and legible throughout. The Erkennungsmarke displays normal wear with clear stamping. Paper documents show expected aging but no major damage.

Historical Significance
This grouping offers an excellent snapshot of a German infantryman’s wartime service: Eastern Front combat, wounding, decorations, late-war transfers, and eventual capture by U.S. forces in 1945. The inclusion of POW documentation adds further depth and desirability, illustrating the soldier’s transition from Wehrmacht service to Allied captivity.

Collector’s Note
A desirable, well-matched small grouping that combines combat awards, identity disc, and post-war documentation. Ideal for collectors seeking an authentic, researchable Heer infantry set with clear unit history and complete provenance.

Original Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe award document issued to Obergefreiter Ludwig Giehl, serving with 4. Kompanie / Fallschirmjäger-Regiment 3. The award was conferred in January 1944, during a period of sustained and intense ground combat by German Fallschirmjäger formations on the Italian front.

The document is an original wartime Verleihungsurkunde, printed in the correct format with the Luftwaffe eagle at the head and the formal wording „Im Namen des Oberbefehlshabers der Luftwaffe“. The recipient’s name, rank, and unit are neatly typewritten, fully consistent with period practice. It bears the original Luftwaffe stamp and a clear handwritten signature.

Signature

The document is signed by Oberst Karl-Lothar Schulz, at the time acting in a senior divisional command capacity. Schulz is a highly distinguished Fallschirmjäger officer and later Generalmajor der Luftwaffe, awarded the:

• Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes (24 May 1940)

• Eichenlaub (20 April 1944)

• Schwerter (18 November 1944)

Schulz was a veteran of the Norway campaign, the Western campaign, Crete, the Eastern Front, and later commanded Fallschirmjäger forces in Italy. Award documents bearing his signature are particularly sought after due to his status as a Knight’s Cross holder with Eichenlaub and Swords.

Recipient & Combat History

Obergefreiter Ludwig Eichl served with Fallschirmjäger-Regiment 3, a regiment of the 2. Fallschirmjäger-Division. According to an accompanying copied document included with this piece, Eichl also served on Crete, directly linking him to one of the most famous airborne operations of the war (Unternehmen Merkur, May 1941).

By January 1944, Fallschirmjäger-Regiment 3 was engaged in heavy ground combat in Italy, including defensive fighting in advance of and during the Anzio campaign. The award of the Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe reflects direct participation in sustained infantry combat, a distinction not lightly granted and especially meaningful among Fallschirmjäger personnel.

Condition

Very good original condition. One horizontal fold as issued. Light age toning and minor handling wear consistent with wartime documents. Stamp and signature remain strong and legible. Also has two punch holes.

Collector’s Note

This is a high-quality Fallschirmjäger combat award document with multiple desirable attributes:

• Frontline Fallschirmjäger unit attribution

• Italian Front, January 1944

• Additional provenance linking the recipient to Crete

• Signed by Karl-Lothar Schulz, Ritterkreuz mit Eichenlaub und Schwertern

An excellent and historically significant piece for the advanced Fallschirmjäger or Luftwaffe awards collector, combining combat history, elite unit service, and a top-tier signature.

Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Erich “Bubi” Hartmann. Major Erich Alfred “Bubi” Hartmann (19 April 1922, Weissach, Württemberg – 20 September 1993, Weil im Schönbuch, Germany) was the most successful fighter ace in aviation history, credited with an unparalleled 352 confirmed aerial victories on the Eastern Front. Known as “The Blond Knight of Germany”, Hartmann flew with Jagdgeschwader 52 (JG 52) and became one of the most decorated Luftwaffe fighter pilots of the Second World War. His skill, discipline, and survival across more than 1,400 combat missions earned him legendary status among pilots of all nations.

Awards and Decorations

• German Cross in Gold (Deutsches Kreuz in Gold) – 17 October 1943

• Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 29 October 1943, as Leutnant and Flugzeugführer, 9./JG 52 (148 victories)

• Oak Leaves (Eichenlaub) – 2 March 1944, as Leutnant and Staffelkapitän, 9./JG 52 (200 victories)

• Swords (Schwerter) – 2 July 1944, as Oberleutnant and Staffelkapitän, 9./JG 52 (239 victories)

• Diamonds (Brillanten) – 25 August 1944, as Oberleutnant and Staffelkapitän, 9./JG 52 (301 victories)

• Pilot-Observer Badge in Gold with Diamonds (Gemeinsames Flugzeugführer- und Beobachterabzeichen mit Brillanten) – special presentation award

• Numerous additional decorations including the Iron Cross 1st and 2nd Class

Career Highlights

• Eastern Front Ace: Flew over 1,400 combat missions, engaging in aerial combat in nearly 825 of them.

• Unmatched Record: Credited with 352 confirmed kills, all against Soviet aircraft.

• Survival Tactics: Known for his strict discipline and patience in combat, avoiding unnecessary risks and striking with precision.

• Last Victory: Achieved his 352nd and final victory on 8 May 1945, just hours before Germany’s surrender.

• Postwar Captivity: Spent 10 years in Soviet captivity (1945–1955) before returning to West Germany.

• Postwar Career: Joined the newly formed Bundesluftwaffe (West German Air Force), where he commanded a fighter wing but later resigned due to political disputes over NATO standardization.

• Legacy: His name remains synonymous with aerial mastery, and he is celebrated as the most successful fighter ace in recorded history.

Item Details

• Authentic postwar signature of Major Erich “Bubi” Hartmann.

• Signed on a postwar photograph.

• Condition: Good, clear autograph.

Collector’s Note

Hartmann’s autograph is among the most coveted in WWII aviation collecting. His record of 352 aerial victories is unmatched and will never likely be equaled. Decorated with the Ritterkreuz mit Eichenlaub, Schwertern und Brillanten and the rare Pilot-Observer Badge with Diamonds, his signature represents the pinnacle of Luftwaffe fighter history. An essential piece for any serious collection of WWII aviation memorabilia.