Military Documents
Outstanding Luftwaffe Ritterkreuzträger Soldbuch Grouping to Major Theodor Rossiwall – Spanish Civil War Veteran, Fighter Ace & Knight’s Cross Holder
€3.950,00Exceptional and highly researchable original wartime Luftwaffe Soldbuch grouping belonging to Theodor Rossiwall (12 October 1915 – 11 July 1979), highly decorated Luftwaffe fighter ace, combat pilot, and recipient of the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes.
Rossiwall claimed a total of 19 aerial victories in over 400 combat missions, including 2 victories during the Spanish Civil War while serving with the famous Condor Legion. He is additionally associated with the aerial combat on 20 April 1941 during which RAF top ace Pat Marmaduke Pattle was shot down over Greece/Crete, with Rossiwall and Sophus Baagoe both credited with claims during the engagement.
Born in Vienna, Rossiwall originally joined the Austrian Air Force before being transferred into the Luftwaffe following the Anschluss in 1938. He later served with Jagdgruppe 88 during the Spanish Civil War, where he flew combat missions against Republican forces and achieved two confirmed aerial victories, including a Polikarpov I-16 near Reus on 20 December 1938.
On 1 July 1939, Rossiwall transferred to Zerstörergeschwader 26 (ZG 26). During the Second World War he served extensively as a Bf 110 Zerstörer pilot and Staffelkapitän, later commanding larger formations. Following the loss and capture of Eberhard von Trützschler-d’Elsa in May 1940, Rossiwall assumed command within 5./ZG 26 during the Western Campaign. During the Dunkirk operations of May 1940 he reportedly led aggressive fighter actions against RAF formations, earning a formidable reputation.
He later fought on the Eastern Front, where he claimed additional aerial victories, before commanding II./Nachtjagdgeschwader 4 from January 1942 onward, achieving further successes as a night fighter commander. By March 1943 he had been promoted to Major and later commanded elements of Nachtjagdgeschwader 101. In August 1943 he became commander of the newly reformed Zerstörergeschwader 76, an anti-bomber formation operating Bf 110 aircraft against Allied heavy bombers. During these operations he claimed several B-17 Flying Fortress bombers destroyed. Rossiwall survived the war and passed away on 11 July 1979.
This grouping contains Rossiwall’s first-issue Soldbuch, complete with his original portrait photograph pasted into the rear section of the document. The Soldbuch is extensively filled with wartime entries, unit stamps, leave entries, medical examinations, equipment issue records, and award entries. Since no further entries appear after late 1942, it is highly likely Rossiwall later received a second replacement Soldbuch for continued service.
The grouping additionally includes his original Militär-Flugzeugführerschein, wartime photographs, and accompanying related material.
Awards recorded inside the Soldbuch include:
- Dienstauszeichnung IV. Klasse
- Medalla de la Guerra
- Cruz de Guerra
- Spanienkreuz in Gold mit Schwertern
- Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse
- Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse
- Ehrenpokal für besondere Leistungen im Luftkrieg
- Frontflugspange in Silber – awarded 25.3.1941
- Verwundetenabzeichen in Bronze – awarded 18.5.1941
- Frontflugspange in Gold – awarded 23.6.1941
- Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes – awarded 6.8.1941
- Tapferkeitsabzeichen IV. Klasse, 1. Stufe – awarded 27.4.1942
The Soldbuch itself shows extensive honest wartime wear and service use throughout, with period aging, handling wear, field usage, and numerous official stamps and signatures consistent with active frontline Luftwaffe service.
An exceptional and historically important Luftwaffe fighter ace and Ritterkreuzträger grouping with outstanding research potential, especially desirable due to Rossiwall’s documented Spanish Civil War service, Knight’s Cross award, Ehrenpokal, extensive combat career, and connection to some of the Luftwaffe’s best-known operational units.
Condition as seen.
WWII Gebirgsjäger Soldbuch & BWB Award Document – Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 100 Veteran – WIA France 1940 & Private Walther PPK Entry
€275,00Original WWII German Gebirgsjäger Soldbuch grouping belonging to Johann Heckl, born 10 August 1920 in München (Munich), who served with Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 100 during the Second World War.
A highly attractive and researchable mountain troop grouping featuring the soldier’s original Soldbuch, wartime portrait photograph, and an accompanying original Besitz-Zeugnis for the Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz (Black Wound Badge) awarded for wounds received during the 1940 Western Campaign.
The Soldbuch records service with:
- 10. Kompanie / Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 100
- Gebirgsjäger-Ersatz-Bataillon 100
- Additional field and replacement formations
Awards Recorded
- Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz (Black Wound Badge)
- Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 18. März 1938
- Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern – awarded 20 April 1944
Rank Progression
- Jäger
- Obergefreiter
- Oberjäger
One of the most interesting entries in the Soldbuch is the official authorization allowing Heckl to carry his privately owned:
Walther 7.65 mm pistol
Serial number 161763
as an approved personal service sidearm — a highly desirable and relatively uncommon personalized entry for collectors of Wehrmacht and Gebirgsjäger documentation.
The grouping also documents multiple wartime hospitalizations and combat wounds, including:
- Wounding on 5 June 1940
- Hospitalization in April 1945 for a shrapnel wound to the shoulder
Included in the Grouping
- Original Soldbuch
- Original Black Wound Badge award document
- Wartime portrait photograph
The Soldbuch remains untouched and honest, showing clear wartime use, handling wear, and age throughout.
A very displayable and historically rich Gebirgsjäger grouping with strong collector and research appeal, especially due to the combination of:
- Mountain troop service
- 1940 combat wound documentation
- Original wound badge document
- Late-war hospitalization entries
- Privately owned Walther pistol authorization
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.
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.
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.
Wehrmacht-Fahrlehrerschein – Flieger-Regiment Gent
€55,00Original Wehrmacht-Fahrlehrerschein (Drive Instructor) for a soldier serving with Flieger-Regiment 5(1?) Gent of the Luftgaukommando Belgien/Nordfrankreich. Condition as seen.
Post-War Dutch Judicial Index Card – Wachbataillon “Nordwest” & SS-Freiwilligen-Grenadier-Rgt. 84
€90,00Original post-war Dutch judicial registration card (justitiële / vonnissenkaart), accompanied by a typed judicial case summary, relating to a German War Criminal, the notorious Landwacht commander of Winschoten.
These documents originate from the Dutch Bijzondere Rechtspleging (Special Courts), established after WWII to prosecute collaboration and war crimes.
Translated judicial content (summary)
“Served as adjutant with the HQ at the SS-Wachbataillon Nordwest and the SS-Freiwilligen-Grenadier-Regiment 84 and at the time:”
In 1944 in Amersfoort and Leersum, arrested or had arrested 13 people and transferred or had them transferred to an investigation barracks of the Security Police (Sipo), which action resulted in the death of 7 people and the deprivation of liberty for more than one month of 6 people;
In 1944 in Amersfoort and Uddel, mistreated 4 defenseless detainees who were under his authority in order to obtain information;
In November 1944 in Uddel, killed one detainee;
In 1944 in Amersfoort and Leusden, assisted in committing acts of destruction and sabotage, which were not justified by military necessity or wartime emergency;
In October 1944 in Amersfoort, looted private property;
In 1944, participated in raids (round-ups of civilians);
Sentenced to five years imprisonment, with deduction (of time already served).
Condition
Original documents in used archival condition. Handwritten, typed, and stamped entries present. Wear consistent with age and official use.
Dienstausweis – Verwaltungsschule der Luftwaffe
€65,00Original Dienstausweis (Service ID) for a Civilian Employee at the Verwaltungsschule der Luftwaffe. ID issued by the Verwaltungsschule der Luftwaffe. Condition as seen.
Rare Wehrmacht-Führerschein – Issued to Ritterkreuzträger Hans-Joachim Wagner
€350,00Original Wehrmacht-Führerschein (Zweitschrift) to later Ritterkreuzträger Hans-Joachim Wagner – at the time serving with Feldpostnummer 59869 B (1. Batterie / Sturmgeschütz-Abteilung 261).
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Name: Hans-Joachim Wagner
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Born: 28 December 1913, Neubrandenburg
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Died: 9 June 1985, Kiel
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Rank at issue: Soldat of a Sturmgeschütz unit (later Hauptmann d.R.)
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Document: Wehrmacht driver’s license, Zweitschrift (duplicate), valid only in connection with the Soldbuch
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Dated: 18.08.1944
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Authorisation: Permits him to drive motor vehicles with internal-combustion engines of classes 1–3
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Unit notation: Feldpostnummer 59869/B = 1. Batterie / Sturmgeschütz-Abteilung 261
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Signature: Signed by Major und Kommandeur Fritz Konopka (NOT Gerhard Konopka), as “Hauptmann u. Führer der Brigade”, with clear unit stamp
Wagner later became a decorated assault-gun commander:
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Decoration: Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes, 25.01.1945
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Rank / unit at award: Hauptmann der Reserve, Sturmgeschütz-Brigade 286
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Reason for award (summary): On 5 December 1944, near Pásztó in Hungary, Wagner’s Sturmgeschütze helped stop a Soviet breakthrough to the northwest. His guns knocked out several enemy tanks, forced the remaining tanks and accompanying infantry to break off the attack, and he then rallied fleeing Flak gunners from 18. SS-Panzergrenadier-Division “Horst Wessel”, bringing them back into their positions. With these Flak guns and his assault guns he created a blocking line that held for several days without reinforcement – an action that earned him the Knight’s Cross.
Note: Sold on Commission
Punishing Paper Kriegskommandantur Ypern (Ieper)
€25,00Original Punishing Paper issued by the Kriegskommandantur Ypern (Ieper). Ca. Postcardsize.
Death Card: Gebirgsjäger-Regiment (Top Photo)
€10,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of a Gebirgsjäger, who served with a Gebirgsjäger-Regiment. Condition as seen.
US Airborne Propaganda Leaflet (Wir bitten um Auskunft)
€25,00Original US airborne propaganda leaflet which were dropped on the Germans troops on the Western Front. Condition as seen.
US Airborne Propaganda Leaflet (Feldpost 21.Nov.1944)
€25,00Original US airborne propaganda leaflet which were dropped on the Germans troops on the Western Front. Condition as seen.
US Airborne Propaganda Leaflet (275.Infanterie-Division)
€25,00Original US airborne propaganda leaflet which were dropped on the Germans troops on the Western Front. Condition as seen.
Death Card: Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 98 (1. Gebirgs-Division) (Top Photo)
€20,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of a Gebirgsjäger, who served with the Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 98 of the 1. Gebirgs-Division. Condition as seen.
Death Card of Nachtjäger (Me 410 “Hornisse”) in Kampfgeschwader 51
€45,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Unteroffizier Hans Reißer, who served as Nachtjäger in 5. Staffel/ Kampfgeschwader 51. He flew the Messerschmitt Me 410 “Hornisse” and crashed in Montidier, France in July 1944!
Waffen-SS Death Card – SS-Polizei
€45,00Waffen-SS Death card for Gefreiter der SS-Polizei Karl Apfelthaler, who was Killed in Action on August 23, 1942 on the Eastern Front. He served with the 2. Kompanie/ SS-Polizei-Schützen-Regiment 1.
Illustration of his death registation card (not part of sale).
Waffen-SS Death Card – SS-Polizei
€45,00Waffen-SS Death card for Unterwachtmeister der SS-Polizei Felix Herzog, who was Killed in Action on December 5, 1941 on the Eastern Front. He earned the EK2, Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen & Verwundetenabzeichen! He served with the 9. Kompanie/ SS-Polizei-Schützen-Regiment 3.
Illustration of his death registation card (not part of sale).