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Claus Korth – Kommandant of “U-93”
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Claus Korth. Korvettenkäpitanleutnant Claus Korth (07.11.1911 in Berlin † 25.01.1988 in Kiel) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on May 29, 1941 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of Uboot “U-93”. Size: Postcardsize.
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.
Rudolf von Ribbentrop – SS-Panzer-Regiment 1 “LSSAH” & 12 “Hitlerjugend”
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Rudolf von Ribbentrop. SS-Hauptsturmführer Rudolf von Ribbentrop (11.05.1921 † 20.05.2019) earned the Ritterkreuz on July 15, 1943 as SS-Obersturmführer und Führer of the 6. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Regiment 1 of the 1. SS-Panzer-Division “LSSAH” and the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on August 25, 1944 with the 3. Kompanie/ SS-Panzer-Regiment 12 of the 12. SS-Panzer-Division “Hitlerjugend”. Good condition.
Erich Schopper – 81. Infanterie-Division
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Wartime Postcard & Card of Erich Schopper. Generalleutnant Erich Schopper (02.07.1892 in Zeulenroda † 18.08.1978 in Minden) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on December 29, 1941 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on April 30, 1943 as Generalleutnant und Kommandeur of the 81. Infanterie-Division.
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.
Erich Schroedter – Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung “Großdeutschland” (Eichenlaub)
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Erich Schroedter. Rittmeister Erich Schroedter (01.05.1919 in München † 07.12.1994 in Lörrach) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on October 23, 1944 as Rittmeister und Kommandeur of the Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung “Großdeutschland” and the Eichenlaub on March 28, 1945 as Rittmeister und Kommandeur of the Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung “Großdeutschland”.
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.
Otto Mauz – Pionier-Bataillon 671
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Otto Mauz. Oberfeldwebel Otto Mauz (24.04.1915 † 27.04.1980) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on December 9, 1944 as Oberfeldwebel und Zugführer of 3. Kompanie/ Pionier-Bataillon 671.
In October 1944, in the area SE of Libau, Oberfeldwebel Mauz received the order to form a rearguard with 12 men in order to protect the retreat of the Division. As he was doing so a bridge to his rear was blown up a few hours earlier than planned, resulting in his isolation on the wrong side of the river. Nonetheless Mauz led his troops over the remains of the blasted bridge, eliminated a group of 50 Red Army soldiers in close combat, destroyed 3 vehicles and was able to make his way back to friendly positions under almost hopeless circumstances, and without losing any men at that. Later, near Ginuzi in the area around Vartaja, Oberfeldwebel Mauz heard engine noises that he immediately recognized as belonging to Soviet tanks. As the Division continued its retreat along the road, Mauz snuck towards the source of the noise with 3 men in support. At the section of road where the tanks were, Mauz worked his way up to within a few metres of them. He then destroyed a Soviet heavy tank with a Panzerfaust, which caused the truck immediately behind it to also be knocked out by the blast. With a second and third Panzerfaust he also destroyed two more fully loaded trucks. A Soviet heavy tank right behind these tried to turn around but got bogged down in a swamp; its bailed out crew was eliminated and Mauz blew up the tank with two hand grenades. The following 12 Soviet tanks turned around and fled.
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.
Alfred Hille – Fahnenjunker-Grenadier-Regiment 1237
€55,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photocopy of Alfred Hille. Hauptmann Alfred Hille (22.11.1908 † 11.09.1996) earned the Ritterkreuz on April 21, 1945 as Hauptmann der Reserve und Führer of a Kampfgruppe in the V. SS-Gebirgskorps (Kommandeur I. / Fahnenjunker-Grenadier-Regiment 1237). Good condition. Measuring: 8×12,5cm. Comes with an extra letter.
Hindenburg Cross with Award Document to a Dentist – Frankfurt am Main – Marked “R.V. Pforzheim 18”
€50,00Original Ehrenkreuz für Frontkämpfer 1914–1918 (Hindenburg Cross with Swords) complete with its matching award document issued to: Dr. Karl Buchholz, Dentist (Zahnarzt), Frankfurt am Main.
The document is dated: 21 March 1935
The cross remains mounted on its original ribbon and backing cloth. Reverse is maker marked: “R.V. PFORZHEIM 18”
A very attractive and honest untouched set with light age patina and excellent display appeal. The combination of named document and matching decoration makes this a desirable complete wartime-era award grouping.
DDR Medal for Faithful Service – Border Troops (Silver, 10 Years)
€50,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Border Troops of the GDR (Silver – 10 Years) is an official decoration of the former German Democratic Republic (DDR), awarded to members of the Grenztruppen for long and loyal service.
This silver class medal represents 10 years of faithful service, forming the entry level of the long-service award series within the East German Border Troops.
Description
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Origin: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Branch: Border Troops (Grenztruppen der DDR)
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Class: Silver – 10 Years
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Material: Silver-colored metal
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Design:
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Obverse typically displays the emblem of the GDR
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Reverse bears inscription indicating faithful service
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Ribbon: Standard DDR Border Troops ribbon
Historical Context
The Grenztruppen der DDR were responsible for securing East Germany’s borders during the Cold War. This medal was awarded to personnel who completed a full decade of service, reflecting commitment, discipline, and reliability within one of the most tightly controlled military organizations of the period.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid entry-level long service decoration, ideal for collectors of DDR and Cold War military memorabilia.
Collaboration Soft Box made in a “Interneringscentra”
€50,00Original soft-box made by some who was active in the Flemish collaboration in a “Interneringscentrum” (IC). Condition as seen.
DRL Sportsbadge in Gold Stickpin (Denazified)
€50,00Original DRL Sportsbadge in Gold Stickpin. Has been denazified. Condition as seen.
NSB-Leader Anton Mussert before his execution
€50,00Original photograph of NSB-leader Anton Mussert before his execution. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Russian Press Photo: Generals Hitter & Gollwitzer – Captured by Soviets
€50,00Origianl Russian Press Photo depicting the surrender of Major-General Alfons Hitter and Lieutenant-General Friedrich Gollwitzer to Marshal of the Soviet Union Aleksandr Vasilevsky and Field Marshal Ivan Chernyakhovsky after the battle of Vitebsk during Operation Bagration. Approx. A4 size with damages to the sides as can be seen. Condition as seen.
British Press Photo – U-Boat on Fire after Shelling
€50,00Original British Press Photo of a U-Boat on Fire after Shelling by A.S.T. (12.9.43). Size: 14x14cm. Condition as seen.
2. Nordmark-Treffen 1936 Tinnie (Paulmann & Crone, Lüdenscheid)
€50,00Original SA (Sturmabteilung) “2. Nordmark-Treffen 23.24.5 1936” Tinnie. Maker Marked on the reverse with Paulmann & Crone, Lüdenscheid. Condition as seen.
German Press Photograph of the Fanfare from the Legion Wallonie
€50,00Original German Press Photograph of the Walloon Legion’s Fanfare, this when they were still a Wehrmacht unit before being incorporated into the Waffen-SS. 18×13 cm. Condition as seen.
Joachim Boosfeld – 8. SS-Kavallerie-Division “Florian Geyer” (RK+NKIG!)
€50,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Joachim Boosfeld. SS-Hauptsturmführer Joachim Boosfeld (01.06.1922 † 19.06.2015) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on December 30, 1944, the Nahkampfspange in Gold on February 21, 1945 and the Ritterkreuz on February 21, 1945 as SS-Obersturmführer und Chef of 4. Schwadron/ SS-Kavallerie-Regiment 16 of the 8. SS-Kavallerie-Division “Florian Geyer”.
WWII Chronicle “Eine Batterie” – Batterie Krummendeich, Marine-Flak-Abteilung 294
€50,00Original WWII chronicle (Chronik) titled “Eine Batterie”, documenting Batterie Krummendeich of Marine-Flak-Abteilung 294.
Complete example. Condition is as shown in the photographs, with typical age-related wear consistent with wartime paper items.
This chronicle provides a detailed period account of a single battery within a German naval anti-aircraft unit, likely including narrative content, unit-specific information, and possibly photographs or illustrations relating to personnel and service.
A scarce and desirable piece of Kriegsmarine-related documentation, of particular interest to collectors of Flak units, coastal defense, and unit histories.
Small Document Group of Dietrich Kördel (227. Infanterie-Division, Earned Anerkennungsurkunde)
€50,00Original small document group of Major i.G. Dietrich Kördel who served with the 227. Infanterie-Division and is still listed as Missing in Action. He was decorated with the Anerkennungsurkunde for “hervorragende Leistungen auf dem Schlachtfelde am Ladoga-See vom 12. bis 18.01.1943”. Condition as seen.
Eberhard Heder – SS-Panzer-Pionier-Bataillon 5 “Wiking”
€50,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Eberhard Heder. SS-Sturmbannführer Eberhard Heder (30.06.1918 † 18.11.2017) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on March 11, 1943 as SS-Obersturmführer with the 3. Kompanie/ SS-Pionier-Bataillon 5 “Wiking” and the Ritterkreuz on November 18, 1944 as SS-Hauptsturmführer und Führer of the SS-Panzer-Pionier-Bataillon 5 of the 5. SS-Panzer-Division “Wiking”. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Eberhard Heder – SS-Panzer-Pionier-Bataillon 5 “Wiking”
€50,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Eberhard Heder. SS-Sturmbannführer Eberhard Heder (30.06.1918 † 18.11.2017) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on March 11, 1943 as SS-Obersturmführer with the 3. Kompanie/ SS-Pionier-Bataillon 5 “Wiking” and the Ritterkreuz on November 18, 1944 as SS-Hauptsturmführer und Führer of the SS-Panzer-Pionier-Bataillon 5 of the 5. SS-Panzer-Division “Wiking”. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-226” (Sunk East of Newfoundland, UK)
€50,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Sepp Grundl, a crew member of the German submarine U-226.
Service & Fate:
Grundl served aboard U-226, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 6 November 1943, the submarine was sunk in the North Atlantic east of Newfoundland, at position 44.49N, 41.13W, by depth charges from the British sloops HMS Starling, HMS Woodcock, and HMS Kite. The entire crew of 51 men perished — all hands lost.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild memorial card.
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Dedicated to a fallen U-boat sailor.
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Condition: As seen, with period patina and light age wear.
Historical Context – U-226:
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Type: Type VIIC U-boat, the most common German submarine class of WWII.
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Operations: Conducted Atlantic patrols during the height of the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Loss: Destroyed in November 1943 during heavy Allied anti-submarine operations by escort groups.
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Significance: U-226’s destruction underlines the increasing effectiveness of Allied convoy escorts and hunter-killer groups from 1943 onward.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards from U-boat crewmen are highly collectible, especially when tied to boats where all hands were lost. This example for Sepp Grundl of U-226 offers a personal and poignant remembrance of the immense risks faced by U-boat sailors during the later, deadly phase of the Battle of the Atlantic.
Remi Schrijnen – 6. SS-Freiwilligen-Sturmbrigade “Langemarck”
€50,002x Original 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”. Good condition. 2x Smaller sizes.
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.”
Helmuth Schlömer – 3. Infanterie-Division (Stalingrad) (Oakleaves)
€50,00Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Helmuth Schlömer. Generalleutnant Helmuth Schlömer (30.05.1893 † 18.08.1995) earned the Ritterkreuz on October 2, 1941 as Oberst und Kommandeur of the Schützen-Regiment 5 and the Eichenlaub on December 23, 1942 as Generalmajor und Kommandeur of the 3. Infanterie-Division. Generalmajor Schlömer commanded the XIV. Panzer Corps in the Battle of Stalingrad. Good condition. Measuring: Postcardsize.
Ritterkreuz: “Awarded for his leadership during Operation Barbarossa, and in particular during the final push by Army Group North to cut off the land connection to Leningrad. His troops played a major role in the final push through the heavily fortified, swampy ground along the axis Ljuban-Ishora-Leningrad.”
Oakleaves: “Awarded for his leadership while in command of the 3. Infanterie-Division (mot) during the following battles…
2) The defense of the Voronezh bridgehead (07-13.07.1942)
3) The battle in the Don bend (24.07.-10.08.1942).
4) The defense of the northern edge of the German salient at Stalingrad, between the Don and the Volga.”
Johann Sailer – SS-Panzerjäger-Abteilung 9 “Hohenstaufen”
€50,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Johann Sailer. SS-Obersturmführer Johann Sailer (23.12.1991 † 12.11.2005) earned (cancelled) the Ritterkreuz on May 4, 1945 as SS-Obersturmführer und Führer of the 3. Kompanie/ SS-Panzerjäger-Abteilung 9 of the 9. SS-Panzer-Division “Hohenstaufen”. Good condition. Measuring: Postcardsize. Comes with an extre letter.
Heinrich Sonne – SS-Infanterie-Brigade 1
€47,50Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Heinrich Sonne. SS-Hauptsturmführer Heinrich Sonne (23.02.1917 † 05.09.1984) earned the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on December 10, 1943 as SS-Obersturmführer und Chef of the Kradschützen-kompanie/ SS-Infanterie-Brigade 1 (mot.). Good condition. Measuring: Postcardsize.
German WWII Erkennungsmarke (Dog Tag) – Leichte Feldhaubitze Artillerie-Regiment 228
€45,00Original German Wehrmacht WWII Erkennungsmarke (identity disc / dog tag) belonging to a soldier of Leichte Feldhaubitze Artillerie-Regiment 228. The erkennungsmarke retains clear unit markings and remains in solid, untouched condition with honest period wear, scratches, and age patina consistent with wartime use.
Condition: Good original condition with visible wear, surface scratches, and age-related patina. No cleaning or restoration. Please see photos for details.
WWII Ostmedaille (Eastern Front Medal) Award Document – Artillerie-Regiment 86 (1942)
€45,00Original WWII German award document (Besitzzeugnis) for the Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42, commonly known among collectors as the Ostmedaille or Eastern Front Medal.
The document was awarded to Oberkanonier August Krein of 3./Artillerie-Regiment 86 on 1 August 1942 in recognition of his service during the severe winter campaign on the Eastern Front.
The certificate retains its original unit stamp and period signature and is presented in the classic wartime format headed “Im Namen des Führers und Obersten Befehlshabers der Wehrmacht”. The award was issued to soldiers who endured the extreme conditions of the Russian winter while participating in combat operations or providing essential frontline support.
The document remains in good original condition with expected age-related wear, light folding and minor handling marks. A desirable and increasingly difficult-to-find named Eastern Front award document to an artilleryman.
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.
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)
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.
Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Mitgliedsabzeichen (Marked “Hofstätter”)
€45,00Original Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Mitgliedsabzeichen (Membership pin). Maker marked Hofstätter and marked Ges. Gesch. Condition as seen.
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.
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!
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!
Rolf Thomsen – Kommandant of “U-1202” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00A desirable postwar signed portrait of Rolf Thomsen—one of the most decorated U-boat commanders of the late war and a highly respected officer who later rose to the rank of Flottillenadmiral in the Bundesmarine. The photograph is clean, well-preserved, and boldly autographed by Thomsen, making it a fine example for signature collectors, U-boat historians, and Knight’s Cross specialists.
Rolf Thomsen (1915–2003)
Thomsen began his naval career as an aviator, flying long-range reconnaissance missions from 1939 to 1943 before transferring to the U-boat arm in early 1944. On 27 January 1944, he commissioned U-1202, a Type VIIC submarine with which he conducted two aggressive North Atlantic patrols.
During these operations, Thomsen reported attacks on a destroyer, multiple corvettes, six merchant vessels, and an escort carrier. The sinking of the British freighter Dan Beard was later confirmed by Allied records. For these actions, he received:
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross – 4 January 1945
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Oak Leaves – 29 April 1945
Thomsen’s decorations reflect his unusual dual-service career:
Awards & Decorations
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Iron Cross 2nd Class (25 Nov. 1939)
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Iron Cross 1st Class (17 May 1940)
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Wound Badge in Black (Aug. 1940)
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Luftwaffe Front Flying Clasp for Reconnaissance Pilots (Silver & Gold)
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German Cross in Gold (14 Oct. 1943)
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U-Boat War Badge (1939)
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U-Boat Front Clasp in Bronze (27 Jan. 1945)
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Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves for U-1202 operations
After the war, Thomsen joined the newly established Bundesmarine in 1955, eventually serving as Flotilla Admiral from 1966.
Collector’s Note
Signed photographs of Rolf Thomsen remain sought-after due to his dual combat career, high decorations, and postwar prominence. This example, with a clear postwar autograph, is an excellent acquisition for any collection focused on U-boat warfare, the Knight’s Cross, or Bundesmarine command figures.
Reinhard Hardegen – Kommandant of “U-123” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Reinhard Hardegen
Korvettenkapitän Reinhard Hardegen (18 March 1913 – 9 June 2018) was one of the most well-known U-boat commanders of the Second World War. As commander of U-123, he led highly successful patrols during Operation Drumbeat (Paukenschlag) off the American East Coast, becoming a prominent figure in the Battle of the Atlantic.
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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U-boat War Badge (U-Boots-Kriegsabzeichen)
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 23 January 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub) – 23 April 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
Career Highlights
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U-boat Commander: Commanded U-123 during the early successes of the Atlantic campaign.
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Operation Drumbeat: Led patrols along the American coast in 1942, sinking numerous merchant vessels and bringing the war directly to US waters.
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Confirmed Successes: Credited with sinking 25 ships, a total tonnage exceeding 136,000 GRT.
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Postwar Life: Survived captivity, later becoming a businessman and politician in Bremen. He lived to the remarkable age of 105, making him one of the last surviving U-boat aces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcard format
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Condition: As seen – clear, bold signature
Collector’s Note
Reinhard Hardegen is one of the best-documented and longest-living Ritterkreuzträger of the U-Bootwaffe. His postwar reflections on the morality and tragedy of the U-boat war, combined with his unique longevity, make his autograph especially desirable. This piece offers both a tangible connection to the Atlantic U-boat campaign and to one of its most famous commanders.
Reinhard Hardegen – Kommandant of “U-123” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Reinhard Hardegen
Korvettenkapitän Reinhard Hardegen (18 March 1913 – 9 June 2018) was one of the most well-known U-boat commanders of the Second World War. As commander of U-123, he led highly successful patrols during Operation Drumbeat (Paukenschlag) off the American East Coast, becoming a prominent figure in the Battle of the Atlantic.
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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U-boat War Badge (U-Boots-Kriegsabzeichen)
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 23 January 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub) – 23 April 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
Career Highlights
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U-boat Commander: Commanded U-123 during the early successes of the Atlantic campaign.
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Operation Drumbeat: Led patrols along the American coast in 1942, sinking numerous merchant vessels and bringing the war directly to US waters.
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Confirmed Successes: Credited with sinking 25 ships, a total tonnage exceeding 136,000 GRT.
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Postwar Life: Survived captivity, later becoming a businessman and politician in Bremen. He lived to the remarkable age of 105, making him one of the last surviving U-boat aces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcard format
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Condition: As seen – clear, bold signature
Collector’s Note
Reinhard Hardegen is one of the best-documented and longest-living Ritterkreuzträger of the U-Bootwaffe. His postwar reflections on the morality and tragedy of the U-boat war, combined with his unique longevity, make his autograph especially desirable. This piece offers both a tangible connection to the Atlantic U-boat campaign and to one of its most famous commanders.
Reinhard Hardegen – Kommandant of “U-123” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Reinhard Hardegen
Korvettenkapitän Reinhard Hardegen (18 March 1913 – 9 June 2018) was one of the most well-known U-boat commanders of the Second World War. As commander of U-123, he led highly successful patrols during Operation Drumbeat (Paukenschlag) off the American East Coast, becoming a prominent figure in the Battle of the Atlantic.
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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U-boat War Badge (U-Boots-Kriegsabzeichen)
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 23 January 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub) – 23 April 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
Career Highlights
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U-boat Commander: Commanded U-123 during the early successes of the Atlantic campaign.
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Operation Drumbeat: Led patrols along the American coast in 1942, sinking numerous merchant vessels and bringing the war directly to US waters.
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Confirmed Successes: Credited with sinking 25 ships, a total tonnage exceeding 136,000 GRT.
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Postwar Life: Survived captivity, later becoming a businessman and politician in Bremen. He lived to the remarkable age of 105, making him one of the last surviving U-boat aces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcard format
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Condition: As seen – clear, bold signature
Collector’s Note
Reinhard Hardegen is one of the best-documented and longest-living Ritterkreuzträger of the U-Bootwaffe. His postwar reflections on the morality and tragedy of the U-boat war, combined with his unique longevity, make his autograph especially desirable. This piece offers both a tangible connection to the Atlantic U-boat campaign and to one of its most famous commanders.
Reinhard Hardegen – Kommandant of “U-123” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Reinhard Hardegen
Korvettenkapitän Reinhard Hardegen (18 March 1913 – 9 June 2018) was one of the most well-known U-boat commanders of the Second World War. As commander of U-123, he led highly successful patrols during Operation Drumbeat (Paukenschlag) off the American East Coast, becoming a prominent figure in the Battle of the Atlantic.
Awards and Decorations
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Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse)
-
Iron Cross 1st Class (Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse)
-
U-boat War Badge (U-Boots-Kriegsabzeichen)
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 23 January 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub) – 23 April 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
Career Highlights
-
U-boat Commander: Commanded U-123 during the early successes of the Atlantic campaign.
-
Operation Drumbeat: Led patrols along the American coast in 1942, sinking numerous merchant vessels and bringing the war directly to US waters.
-
Confirmed Successes: Credited with sinking 25 ships, a total tonnage exceeding 136,000 GRT.
-
Postwar Life: Survived captivity, later becoming a businessman and politician in Bremen. He lived to the remarkable age of 105, making him one of the last surviving U-boat aces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcard format
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Condition: As seen – clear, bold signature
Collector’s Note
Reinhard Hardegen is one of the best-documented and longest-living Ritterkreuzträger of the U-Bootwaffe. His postwar reflections on the morality and tragedy of the U-boat war, combined with his unique longevity, make his autograph especially desirable. This piece offers both a tangible connection to the Atlantic U-boat campaign and to one of its most famous commanders.
Reinhard Hardegen – Kommandant of “U-123” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Reinhard Hardegen
Korvettenkapitän Reinhard Hardegen (18 March 1913 – 9 June 2018) was one of the most well-known U-boat commanders of the Second World War. As commander of U-123, he led highly successful patrols during Operation Drumbeat (Paukenschlag) off the American East Coast, becoming a prominent figure in the Battle of the Atlantic.
Awards and Decorations
-
Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse)
-
Iron Cross 1st Class (Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse)
-
U-boat War Badge (U-Boots-Kriegsabzeichen)
-
Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 23 January 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
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Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub) – 23 April 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
Career Highlights
-
U-boat Commander: Commanded U-123 during the early successes of the Atlantic campaign.
-
Operation Drumbeat: Led patrols along the American coast in 1942, sinking numerous merchant vessels and bringing the war directly to US waters.
-
Confirmed Successes: Credited with sinking 25 ships, a total tonnage exceeding 136,000 GRT.
-
Postwar Life: Survived captivity, later becoming a businessman and politician in Bremen. He lived to the remarkable age of 105, making him one of the last surviving U-boat aces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcard format
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Condition: As seen – clear, bold signature
Collector’s Note
Reinhard Hardegen is one of the best-documented and longest-living Ritterkreuzträger of the U-Bootwaffe. His postwar reflections on the morality and tragedy of the U-boat war, combined with his unique longevity, make his autograph especially desirable. This piece offers both a tangible connection to the Atlantic U-boat campaign and to one of its most famous commanders.
Reinhard Hardegen – Kommandant of “U-123” (Eichenlaub)
€45,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Reinhard Hardegen
Korvettenkapitän Reinhard Hardegen (18 March 1913 – 9 June 2018) was one of the most well-known U-boat commanders of the Second World War. As commander of U-123, he led highly successful patrols during Operation Drumbeat (Paukenschlag) off the American East Coast, becoming a prominent figure in the Battle of the Atlantic.
Awards and Decorations
-
Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse)
-
Iron Cross 1st Class (Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse)
-
U-boat War Badge (U-Boots-Kriegsabzeichen)
-
Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 23 January 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
-
Oak Leaves to the Knight’s Cross (Eichenlaub) – 23 April 1942 as Kapitänleutnant und Kommandant of U-123
Career Highlights
-
U-boat Commander: Commanded U-123 during the early successes of the Atlantic campaign.
-
Operation Drumbeat: Led patrols along the American coast in 1942, sinking numerous merchant vessels and bringing the war directly to US waters.
-
Confirmed Successes: Credited with sinking 25 ships, a total tonnage exceeding 136,000 GRT.
-
Postwar Life: Survived captivity, later becoming a businessman and politician in Bremen. He lived to the remarkable age of 105, making him one of the last surviving U-boat aces.
Item Details
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Type: Original postwar signed photograph
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Size: Postcard format
-
Condition: As seen – clear, bold signature
Collector’s Note
Reinhard Hardegen is one of the best-documented and longest-living Ritterkreuzträger of the U-Bootwaffe. His postwar reflections on the morality and tragedy of the U-boat war, combined with his unique longevity, make his autograph especially desirable. This piece offers both a tangible connection to the Atlantic U-boat campaign and to one of its most famous commanders.
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.
German Press Photo: Wehrmacht Artillery Forward Observer in a Foxhole
€45,00Original German Press Photograph showing a Wehrmacht (Heer) Artillerie (Artillery) Forward Observer in a Foxhole. Size 13x18cm. Complete with paper tag and stamps! Condition as seen.
German Press Photo – Deutsche U-Bootwerft
€45,00Original German Press Photo of a Deutsche U-Bootwerft by PK-Aufnahme Kriegsberichter Vorländer. Size: 18x13cm. Condition as seen.
German Press Photo – Deutsche Funkpresse in U-Boot
€45,00Original German Press Photo of Deutsche Funkpresse in a U-Boot. Size: 18x13cm. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait of Panzer soldier wearing Panzerkampfabzeichen in Silber & Shoulderboards “A”
€45,00Original Wehrmacht (Heer) Studioportrait of a Panzer soldier wearing the Panzerkampfabzeichen in Silber (highly detailed) and shoulderboards with “A” for Aufklärung (Recon). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait of Panzer soldier – Panzer-Regiment 5
€45,00Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a Panzer soldier wearing a Panzer Beret and Panzerwrap, numbered for Panzer-Regiment 5! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Panzer-Regiment 5 was part of the Deutsches Afrikakorps and capitulated in Tunis in May 1943!
Studioportrait of Panzer Unteroffizier – Panzer-Regiment 5
€45,00Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a Panzer Unteroffizier wearing a Panzer Beret and Panzerwrap, numbered for Panzer-Regiment 5! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Panzer-Regiment 5 was part of the Deutsches Afrikakorps and capitulated in Tunis in May 1943!