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DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (30 Years)
€20,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 30 Years is one of the highest long-service decorations awarded in the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was granted to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior in recognition of an exceptional 30 years of loyal and dedicated service, reflecting a full career within East Germany’s internal security system.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 30 Years (XXX)
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Material: Gold-colored metal
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Obverse typically features the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription for faithful service
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Commonly includes a “30” clasp or device on the ribbon indicating years of service
Ribbon:
- Often fitted with a numeral device (30)
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI included key institutions such as the Volkspolizei and other internal security forces responsible for maintaining order and enforcing state authority during the Cold War.
The 30-year medal represents one of the highest possible service recognitions, awarded only to personnel who completed decades of continuous service, demonstrating exceptional loyalty, discipline, and commitment to the state.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A top-tier DDR decoration, highly desirable for advanced collectors of East German militaria and Ministry of the Interior awards.
DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (20 Years)
€10,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 20 Years is a high-grade long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police, internal security forces, and other state security units, in recognition of two decades of loyal and disciplined service.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 20 Years (XX)
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Material: Gold-colored metal
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Obverse typically features the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service in the armed organs
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Classic DDR state decoration style
Ribbon:
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Standard MdI long-service ribbon in green tones, associated with internal security services
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI included key components of East Germany’s internal security system, such as the Volkspolizei, paramilitary police units, and other state-controlled forces.
The 20-year medal represents one of the highest long-service awards, recognizing personnel who demonstrated enduring loyalty, reliability, and commitment throughout extended service during the Cold War period.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid and historically significant DDR decoration, ideal for collectors of East German police, security forces, and Cold War militaria.
DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (15 Years)
€15,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 15 Years is an official long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police and internal security units, in recognition of 15 years of loyal and dedicated service.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 15 Years (XV)
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Material: Silver-colored metal
Design:
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Obverse typically features the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service
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Classic DDR award design
Ribbon:
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Standard MdI service ribbon in green tones
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI included the Volkspolizei and other internal security forces responsible for maintaining order within East Germany during the Cold War.
The 15-year medal represents a significant service milestone, awarded to personnel who demonstrated long-term loyalty, discipline, and commitment within these state institutions.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid mid-tier DDR long-service award, ideal for collectors of East German police and internal security memorabilia.
DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (10 Years)
€10,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 10 Years is an official long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police and internal security units, in recognition of 10 years of loyal and dedicated service.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 10 Years (X)
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Material: Silver-colored metal
Design:
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Obverse typically features the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service
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Classic DDR award design
Ribbon:
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Standard MdI service ribbon in green tones
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI included the Volkspolizei and other internal security forces responsible for maintaining order within East Germany during the Cold War.
The 10-year medal represents a significant service milestone, awarded to personnel who demonstrated long-term loyalty, discipline, and commitment within these state institutions.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid mid-tier DDR long-service award, ideal for collectors of East German police and internal security memorabilia.
DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (5 Years)
€10,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 5 Years is an official long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police and internal security forces, in recognition of 5 years of loyal and disciplined service.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 5 Years (V)
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Material: Silver-colored metal
Design:
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Obverse typically displays the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service
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Classic DDR award design
Ribbon:
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Standard MdI service ribbon in green tones
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI formed a key part of East Germany’s internal security structure, including the Volkspolizei and other paramilitary units.
The 5-year medal represents an important service milestone, awarded to personnel who demonstrated reliability, loyalty, and commitment during a decade of service in the Cold War era.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid and historically relevant DDR decoration, ideal for collectors of East German police and internal security awards.
“Harpe – Das Panzer-Regiment 3” Unit History Book
€60,00“Harpe – Das Panzer-Regiment 3” Unit History Book. Condition as seen.
Flemish HJ-Vlaanderen “Germaansche Jeugd” Booklet – WWII Collaboration Youth Publication
€75,00Original Flemish collaboration-era booklet titled “Germaansche Jeugd”, associated with the Hitlerjugend Vlaanderen (HJ-Vlaanderen).
Softcover booklet. Complete example; however, the front and rear covers are loose. Overall condition shows typical wear consistent with wartime paper items (please refer to images).
Notably, the photographed page includes an image of Tony Van Dyck, identifiable as the first Waffen-SS officer pictured on the left.
A scarce and desirable piece of Flemish WWII collaboration material, of particular interest to collectors of youth organizations, Waffen-SS-related history, and occupation-era printed ephemera.
VNV (Vlaamsch Nationaal Verbond) – “Leiding” – Single Issue: AUGUST 1944
€40,00Authentic original issues of “Leiding” published by the Vlaamsch Nationaal Verbond (VNV) during World War II.
Available issues:
- August 1944
⚠ Important condition note:
The very rare August 1944 issue (the last issue printed) shows visible damage, including two cut-outs on the front cover. Please review the photos carefully.
Some issues may have loose pages due to age and paper fragility.
Condition: Sold as shown in the photos. These are original wartime publications and show age-related wear.
VNV Mededeelingen – 1943 – (Price Per Piece)
€40,00Authentic original issues of “Mededeelingen” published by the Vlaamsch Nationaal Verbond (VNV), dated 1943. Historical World War II–era printed material.
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No. 1 / 1943
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No. 4 / 1943
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No. 6 / 1943
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No. 16 / 1943
Condition: As shown in the photos. Please review images carefully for details.
Purchase options:
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Available individually (random issue send)
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Or as a complete set of 4 issues (Add 4x to Basket)
Price is per piece. If purchasing specific issue numbers, please indicate your desired issue(s) in the order notes. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions regarding condition or availability.
German Arbeitsbuch (1920’s) – Deutsche Werkzeugmaschinen-Gesellschaft
€10,00Original German Arbeitsbuch (1920’s) – Deutsche Werkzeugmaschinen-Gesellschaft. Condition as seen.
Loefs Schiffsmodell-Baubriefe – Nr. 1 – Zerstörer “Karl Galster”
€15,00Original booklet of the Loefs Schiffsmodell-Baubriefe – Nr. 1 – Zerstörer “Karl Galster”. Condition as seen.
Booklet “Der Vertrag von Versailles”
€10,00Original booklet “Der Vertrag von Versailles“. Condition as seen.
Imperial German WWI Militärpaß – Bayerisches-Reserve-Infanterie-Rgt. 17 (WIA 1918 in France, Earned Prussian EK2)
€45,00Offered is an original Imperial German Militärpaß issued to Franz Josef Lang, a Bavarian infantryman with long pre-war service, extensive frontline combat on the Western Front, and a confirmed Iron Cross 2nd Class award.
A strong, historically rich Militärpaß combining long service, frontline infantry combat, an Iron Cross award, and a recorded wartime wound—an excellent example for collectors of Bavarian units, Western Front veterans, or Iron Cross recipient documents.
Imperial German WWI Militärpaß – Munitions-Kolonne (Verdun, Ypern.. Earned EK2)
€45,00Offered is an original Imperial German Militärpaß issued to Hugo Lansberg, a veteran whose documented service spans the Kaiserreich, the entirety of the First World War, and the immediate postwar period.
Most notably, Lansberg was awarded the Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse on 5 May 1917, earned while serving with the light ammunition column—an uncommon and highly desirable detail, as EK2 awards to logistical and support units reflect service under particularly dangerous conditions rather than ceremonial recognition.
Following the armistice, his Militärpaß records continued service from 13 January 1919 with Feldartillerie-Regiment 46, placing him among the transitional forces during the turbulent postwar period.
A highly attractive Militärpaß with excellent historical depth, combining cavalry origins, frontline Western Front service, an Iron Cross award, and postwar continuity. An outstanding piece for collectors of Imperial German documents, EK recipients, or Western Front veterans.
LW Wehrpass – LW-Baukp. & Eisenbahn-Flak-Abt. 416 (Westen 1944!) (1x Award)
€95,00Original Wehrpass of a Luftwaffe Gefreiter serving with Luftwaffe-Bau-Kompanie 2/18/XII and 2/10/XVII and with schwere Flak-Abteilung 271, schwere Eisenbahn-Flak-Abteilung 418 and 416. During his service he earned the Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42. More interestingly, his unit (Eisb.Flak.Abt.416) served in the West in 1944! Includes 2 photos. Condition as seen.
NSKOV Kriegsopferversorgung Mitgliedskarte (Leipzig)
€30,00Original Mitgliedskarte (Membership card) of the NSKOV (Nationalsozialistische Kriegsopferversorgung) (National Socialist War Victim’s Care). Gau Leipzig. Complete with stamps. Condition as seen.
DRL-Sportabzeichen in Bronze (Christian Lauer, Nürnberg)
€30,00Original DRL-Sportabzeichen in Bronze (DRL-Sportsbadge in Bronze). Maker marked: Christian Lauer, Nürnberg and M.Scha. 33918. Condition as seen.
Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938 – Einzelspange
€75,00Original Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938 (1 October 1938 Medal also known as Sudetenland Medal), mounted on a “Einzelspange“, which was awarded to civilians and military personnel who took part in the annexation of the Sudetenland. Condition as seen.
Luftwaffe Civil Stickpin
€80,00Original Luftwaffe (Air Force) civil stickpin. Cupal construction with soldered on pin. Condition as seen.
NSKOV (Nationalsozialistische Kriegsopferversorgung) Stickpin
€20,00Original NSKOV(Nationalsozialistische Kriegsopferversorgung), the National Socialist War Victim’s Care, Stickpin. Marked Ges.Gesch. Condition as seen.
Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Mitgliedsabzeichen (Marked “Hofstätter”)
€45,00Original Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Mitgliedsabzeichen (Membership pin). Maker marked Hofstätter and marked Ges. Gesch. Condition as seen.
Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Mitgliedsabzeichen (Marked “Enders Oberrahmed”)
€45,00Original Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Mitgliedsabzeichen (Membership pin). Maker marked Enders Oberrahmed and marked Ges. Gesch. Condition as seen.
Death Card – KIA Belmonte, Italy – Nachrichten-Abteilung 64
€15,00Original German Death Card of a soldier Killed in Action in Belmonte, Italy. Serving with the 1. Kompanie/ Nachrichten-Abteilung 64 (information via Ancestry). Condition as seen.
Feldpostcard of Flemish W-SS Volunteer – Firmin van Belle (Murdered while on Leave, SS-Panzer-Regiment 2)
€200,00Original handwritten postcard from SS-Sturmmann Firmin van Belle, who served with the SS-Panzer-Regiment 2 of the 2. SS-Panzer-Division “Das Reich”! He was murdered while on leave at home. Condition as seen.
Dieter Damerius – Grenadier-Regiment 273
€17,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Dieter Damerius. Leutnant Dieter Damerius (17.04.1921 † 28.12.2018) earned the Ritterkreuz on February 24, 1945 as Leutnant und Führer of the 5. Kompanie/ Grenadier-Regiment 273 of the 93. Infanterie-Division. Good condition. Postcardsize.
Wolfgang Darius – Panzer-Abteilung 21
€22,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Wolfgang Darius. Major Wolfgang Darius (02.04.1911 in Blankenhain † 18.11.2000 in Bonn) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on August 22, 1943 as Hauptmann und Kommandeur of the Panzerjäger-Abteilung 21 of the 20. Panzer-Division. Postcardsize.
Emil Bäuerle – Jäger-Regiment 56 (5. Jäger-Division)
€20,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Emil Bäuerle. Hauptmann der Reserve Emil Bäuerle (10.05.1917 in Neu-Ulm † 16.03.2007 in Neu-Ulm) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on May 4, 1944 as Oberleutnant und Führer of the 8. Kompanie/ Jäger-Regiment 56 of the 5. Jäger-Division. Postcardsize.
Hugo Broch – Jagdgeschwader 54 (A5 Size!)
€20,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Hugo Broch. Feldwebel Hugo Broch (06.01.1922 †) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on October 17, 1943 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on March 12, 1945 as Feldwebel in the 8. Staffel/ Jagdgeschwader 54. Condition as seen. Large Size (A5!).
Hinrichs Ahrens – Grenadier-Regiment 1141 (561. Volksgrenadier-Division, 4x Panzervernichtungsabzeichen!)
€30,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Hinrich Ahrens. Unteroffizier Hinrich Ahrens (15.03.1921 † 31.12.2009) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on January 9, 1945 as Unteroffizier und Zugführer in the 13. Kompanie/ Grenadier-Regiment 1141 of the 561. Volksgrenadier-Division. Postcardsize. Condition as seen. Postcardsize.
Johann Trummer – Schlachtgeschwader 5
€17,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Johann “Hans” Trummer. Oberfeldwebel Johann Trummer (23.10.1920 in Braunau am Inn † 01.03.2022) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on May 27, 1942 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on May 4, 1944 as Leutnant und Bordfunker in the 1. Staffel/ Schlachtgeschwader 5. Postcardsize.
Fritz Seyffardt – Schlachtgeschwader 2 “Immelmann”
€17,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Fritz Seyffardt. Leutnant Fritz Seyffardt (20.08.1920 in Krautscheid † 28.11.2012) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on December 12, 1943 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on August 8, 1944 as Leutnant und Flugzeugführer in the 5. Staffel/ Schlachtgeschwader 2 “Immelmann”. Postcardsize.
Flew a total of 500 missions, during which he achieved 30 aerial victories as an assault pilot.
Fritz Seyffardt – Schlachtgeschwader 2 “Immelmann”
€17,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Fritz Seyffardt. Leutnant Fritz Seyffardt (20.08.1920 in Krautscheid † 28.11.2012) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on December 12, 1943 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on August 8, 1944 as Leutnant und Flugzeugführer in the 5. Staffel/ Schlachtgeschwader 2 “Immelmann”. Postcardsize.
Flew a total of 500 missions, during which he achieved 30 aerial victories as an assault pilot.
Herbert Fries – Fallschirm-Panzerjäger-Abteilung 1 (Pantherturm!)
€25,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Herbert Fries. Leutnant Herbert Fries (1 March 1925, Waldmühlen – 6 January 2014, Rennerod-Emmerichenhain) was a Fallschirmjäger and one of the youngest recipients of the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes during the Second World War. Serving as a gunner in the 2./Fallschirm-Panzerjäger-Abteilung 1, 1. Fallschirmjäger-Division, he earned the Knight’s Cross for extraordinary anti-tank actions in Italy.
Award and Citation
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Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes – 5 September 1944, as Gefreiter und Geschützführer in the 2./Fallschirm-Panzerjäger-Abteilung 1
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Citation: Recognized for his outstanding performance manning a Pantherturm defensive position on the Via Casilina near Piedimonte during the battles of May 1944.
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21.05.1944 – Destroyed 7 Allied tanks
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22.05.1944 – Destroyed 6 additional tanks
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24.05.1944 – Destroyed another 7 tanks
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Total: 20 enemy tanks destroyed in just three days, decisively slowing Allied advances.
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After exhausting their position, Fries and his crew destroyed their turret (“Schlafmütze” / sleepyhead) and withdrew with the retreating German forces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Little bit smaller than Postcardsize
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Condition: As seen, well-preserved signature
Collector’s Note
Herbert Fries is remembered as one of the notable anti-tank fighters of the Luftwaffe’s ground formations. His signature is scarce compared to other Ritterkreuzträger, particularly on large-format photos such as this example. An impressive and historically rich autograph, highly desirable for collectors of Fallschirmjäger and anti-tank warfare memorabilia.
Friedrich Lang – Sturzkampfgeschwader 2 & Schlachtgeschwader 1 (Schwertern)
€35,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Friedrich Lang. Major Friedrich Lang (12.01.1915 † 29.12.2003) earned the Ritterkreuz on November 23, 1941 as Oberleutnant und Flugzeugführer in the 1. Staffel/ Sturzkampfgeschwader 2 “Immelmann”, the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on April 9, 1942, the Eichenlaub on November 21, 1942 as Hauptmann und Staffelkapitän of the 1. Staffel/ Sturzkampfgeschwader 2 “Immelmann” and the Schwertern on July 2, 1944 as Major und Kommandeur of the III. Gruppe/ Schlachtgeschwader 1. Size: 8×11,5cm. Condition as seen.
Joachim Sommer – Aufklärungsgruppe 31
€17,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Joachim Sommer. Hauptmann Joachim Sommer (14.04.1916 † 09.06.2009) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on November 25, 1944 as Hauptmann und Staffelkapitän of the 4. Staffel/ Aufklärungsgruppe 31. Condition as seen. Size: 8,8×12,7cm.
Paul-Georg Kleffel – Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung 3 (3. Panzer-Division) (A5-Size)
€20,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Paul-Georg Kleffel. Hauptmann Paul-Georg Kleffel (07.09.1920 † 09.02.2020) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on November 16, 1943 as Oberleutnant in the 4. Kompanie/ Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung 3 and the Ritterkreuz on May 4, 1944 as Oberleutnant und Kompaniechef of the 4. Kompanie/ Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung 3 of the 3. Panzer-Division. Condition as seen. Large A5 size.
Johann-Alfred Klaus – Schlachtgeschwader 1
€15,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Johann-Alfred “Johannes” Klaus. Oberleutnant Johann-Alfred Klaus (04.09.1918 † 07.07.2018) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on July 22, 1943 and the Ritterkreuz on March 26, 1944 as Oberleutnant und Staffelführer of the 6. Staffel/ Schlachtgeschwader 1. Good condition. Postcardsize.
Hermann Schleinhege – Jagdgeschwader 54 (97 Victories!)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Hermann Schleinhege. Leutnant Hermann Schleinhege (12.02.1916 in Essen † 11.03.2014 in Soest) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on March 20, 1944 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on January 28, 1945 as Leutnant und Flugzeugführer in the 8. Staffel/ Jagdgeschwader 54. Schleinhege was credited with 97 aerial victories. Size: 8,9×12,9cm.
Günter Halm – Panzergrenadier-Regiment 104 (15. Panzer-Division, Afrika)
€25,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Günter Halm. Leutnant Günter Halm (27 August 1922 – 26 September 2017) was one of the youngest Knight’s Cross recipients of the Second World War. Serving in North Africa with the 15. Panzer-Division, he earned lasting fame during the First Battle of El Alamein for his exceptional bravery as an anti-tank gunner.
Awards and Decorations
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Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse)
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Iron Cross 1st Class (Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse)
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Wound Badge in Silver (Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber)
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Panzer Assault Badge (Panzerkampfabzeichen)
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 29 July 1942 as Grenadier und Richtschütze, Pakzug, Regimentsstabskompanie / Panzergrenadier-Regiment 104, 15. Panzer-Division
Knight’s Cross Action
“Awarded for his actions at El Alamein on 21 July 1942. On this day his Pak position came under attack by a large British tank force (likely the 23rd Tank Brigade). A direct hit disabled his gun shield and wounded the loader, while another impact destroyed the sights. Despite this, Halm calmly continued firing at close range, knocking out seven British tanks, including a command tank, with deadly precision. His courage was a key part of the German defensive success, during which a total of 96 Allied tanks were destroyed.”
Career Highlights
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North Africa Veteran: Distinguished himself in Rommel’s Afrika Korps during one of the most critical battles of the desert war.
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Young Ritterkreuzträger: At just 19 years old, became one of the youngest soldiers to receive the Knight’s Cross.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph on paper!
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Size: Postcard format
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Condition: Good condition, with clear and authentic autograph
Collector’s Note
Halm’s autograph is especially desirable as he was one of the youngest and most famous Knight’s Cross recipients of the Afrika Korps, tied to the legendary battles of El Alamein. His signature offers a direct link to the Panzergrenadiers and anti-tank defenders of Rommel’s desert army.
Michael Hamburger – Grenadier-Regiment 957 (363. Volksgrenadier-Division)
€20,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Michael Hamburger. Feldwebel Michael Hamburger (05.09.1914 in Füssen † 12.08.1989 in Förstern) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on October 4, 1944 as Feldwebel und Zugführer in the 4. Kompanie/ Grenadier-Regiment 957 of the 363. Volksgrenadier-Division. Postcardsize. Condition as seen. Signed on the reverse.
Karl Hausmann – Jäger-Regiment 28 (8.Jäg.Div) (Großdeutschland)
€25,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Karl Hausmann. Oberfeldwebel Karl Hausmann (10.01.1912 † 27.07.1997) earned the Ritterkreuz on May 15, 1942 as Oberfeldwebel und Führer of the 3. Kompanie/ Jäger-Regiment 28 of the 8. Jäger-Division. Size: 8,8×12,8cm. Condition as seen.
Hubertus-Maria Ritter von Heigl – Pionier-Bataillon 70
€40,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Hubertus-Maria Ritter von Heigl. Generalmajor Hubertus-Maria Ritten von Heigl (10.11.1897 in Siegenburg † 24.01.1985 in München) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on January 13, 1942 as Oberstleutnant und Kommandeur of the Pionier-Bataillon 70. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Major Erich Rudorffer – Jagdgeschwader 2 & 54 (Schwertern, 224 Victories!)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo & Letter of Erich Rudorffer. Major Erich Rudorffer (01.11.1917 † 08.04.2016) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on December 9, 1941 as Leutnant und Flugzeugführer in the 6. Staffel/ Jagdgeschwader 2 “Richthofen”, the Ritterkreuz on May 1, 1941 as Leutnant und Flugzeugführer in the 6. Staffel/ Jagdgeschwader 2 “Richthofen”, the Eichenlaub on April 11, 1944 as Major und Kommandeur of the II. Gruppe/ Jagdgeschwader 54 “Grünherz” and the Schwertern on January 26, 1945 as Major und Kommandeur of the II. Gruppe/ Jagdgeschwader 54 “Grünherz”. Comes with a signed letter! Postcardsize.
7th highest scoring Ace of the Luftwaffe, achieving 224 victories in over 1000 operational sorties! He also flew the Messerschmitt Me-262 at the end of the war!
Waldemar von Gaza – Panzergrenadier-Regiment 66 (Schwertern) (A5-Size!)
€30,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Waldemar von Gaza
Major Waldemar von Gaza (6 December 1917 – 13 January 2014) was a highly decorated officer of the 13. Panzer-Division, rising to command-level positions in armored infantry units on the Eastern Front. Over the course of the war, he received the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes with Eichenlaub and Schwertern, placing him among the most distinguished recipients of Germany’s highest battlefield awards.
Awards and Decorations
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Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes – 18 September 1942, as Oberleutnant und Chef 2./Panzergrenadier-Regiment 666, 13. Panzer-Division
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Eichenlaub (Nr. 158) – 18 January 1943, as Hauptmann und Führer of a Kampfgruppe, 13. Panzer-Division
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Schwerter (Nr. 324) – 3 October 1943, as Major und Führer of Panzergrenadier-Regiment 66, 13. Panzer-Division
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Other awards included both classes of the Iron Cross and campaign distinctions
Service Highlights
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Fought throughout the Eastern Front campaigns, earning distinction in combined-arms actions with armored infantry.
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His leadership of Kampfgruppen during some of the most intense battles of 1942–43 earned him rapid recognition.
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By 1943, he had risen to regimental command level, where he was awarded the Swords to the Knight’s Cross for continued outstanding leadership in combat.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcardsize
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Condition: Good, as seen
Collector’s Note
Waldemar von Gaza’s decorations—Ritterkreuz, Eichenlaub, and Schwerter—mark him as one of the relatively few officers to attain this level of distinction. His signature is sought-after by collectors of panzer and Eastern Front memorabilia, with his long postwar life making his autograph available but still scarce in comparison to other triple recipients.
Wartime Signature on a Thank-You Card of Ministerialdirektor Leopold Gutterer
€250,00This original wartime thank-you card, personally signed by Leopold Gutterer , was issued on the occasion of his promotion within the Ministry. The printed text expresses gratitude for the attention shown upon his advancement, ending with his handwritten signature in black ink. Leopold Gutterer (25 April 1902 – 28 April 1991) was a senior official (Ministerialdirektor) in the Reich Ministry for Public Enlightenment and Propaganda (Reichsministerium für Volksaufklärung und Propaganda), serving directly under Joseph Goebbels. A long-time civil servant and National Socialist administrator, Gutterer held influential posts related to press, film, and cultural coordination during the war years.
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Original wartime signature of Ministerialdirektor Leopold Gutterer.
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Issued on a printed official thank-you card marking his promotion.
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Institution: Reich Ministry for Public Enlightenment and Propaganda, Berlin.
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Medium: Heavy stock card with deckle edges, period typeface, and ink signature.
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Size: Approx. 10 × 15 cm (postcard format).
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Condition: Very good; light age-related toning and minimal edge wear. Signature remains clear and well preserved.
Collector’s Note
Authentic signed material from senior officials of the Propaganda Ministry is scarce, especially from Ministerialdirektor Leopold Gutterer. This example illustrates the formal bureaucratic correspondence and ceremonial culture within the Reich’s propaganda administration. A historically valuable document for collectors of Third Reich political and administrative ephemera.
Wartime Signed New Year’s Greeting Card Signed by Gauleiter and Staatsminister Adolf Wagner
€350,00Original folding New Year’s greeting card from Adolf Wagner (1 October 1890 – 12 April 1944), Gauleiter of Munich–Upper Bavaria (München–Oberbayern) and Bavarian State Minister (Staatsminister). Wagner was one of the early members of the NSDAP and a senior political leader in Bavaria, holding the dual posts of Gauleiter and Minister of the Interior until his death in 1944.
The card bears the printed message:
“Zum Jahreswechsel sende ich Ihnen auch im Namen meiner Frau die besten Glückwünsche” (“At the turn of the year, I send you, also in the name of my wife, my best wishes”).
Signed in ink “Adolf Wagner” below the printed title Staatsminister. The cover shows the embossed eagle and swastika emblem above the printed letterhead Der Gauleiter München–Oberbayern.
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Original wartime New Year’s greeting card from Gauleiter and Staatsminister Adolf Wagner.
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Signed in ink on the interior.
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Embossed party eagle and printed heading on the front panel.
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Format: Folding card, approx. 10 × 15 cm when closed.
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Condition: Excellent; minimal age toning and handling wear. Signature remains bold and well preserved.
Collector’s Note
A fine and authentic example of official correspondence from Adolf Wagner, one of the highest-ranking regional leaders of the NSDAP and a key political figure in Bavaria. Such personally signed seasonal greeting cards were distributed to selected officials and associates, and examples with intact embossing and clear signatures are scarce and historically valuable.
Teddy Wisch – 1. SS-Panzer-Division “LSSAH” (Schwertern)
€80,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Theodor “Teddy” Wisch. SS-Brigadeführer und Generalmajor der Waffen-SS Theodor “Teddy” Wisch (13.12.1907 † 11.01.1995) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on September 15, 1941 as SS-Sturmbannführer und Kommandeur of the II. Bataillon/ “LSSAH”, the Eichenlaub on February 12, 1944 as SS-Brigadeführer und Kommandeur of the 1. SS-Panzer-Division “LSSAH” and the Schwertern on August 30, 1944 as SS-Brigadeführer und Generalmajor der Waffen-SS of 1. SS-Panzer-Division “LSSAH”. Postcardsize.