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Original Soldbuch and Erkennungsmarke (ID tag) belonging to Schütze Alfred Somberg, who was Killed in Action on April 2, 1945, during the final weeks of the war and is buried at Gelsenkirchen-Buer-Hauptfriedhof.
Alfred Somberg served in various rear-area and fortress defense units, typically composed of older or second-line troops, tasked with guarding prisoners, securing occupied areas, and later in the war, defending against advancing Allied forces:
Landesschützen-Ersatz-Bataillon 6
Landesschützen-Bataillon D
Festungs-Bataillon 1427
Ersatz-Bataillon (O) 286
The Soldbuch is complete with photo and well-preserved, showing clear service entries and stamps. The ID tag is fully legible and matches the info in the soldbuch. Condition as seen.
Offering an original, outstanding and historically significant grouping from a decorated Panzer soldier, Unteroffizier Schobert who served with the 2. Kompanie/ Panzer-Regiment 25 of the 7. Panzer-Division ("The Ghost Division"), featuring three award certificates — two of which are hand-signed by none other than Erwin Rommel, also known as the legendary “Desert Fox” and the soldier's awards and dogtag. This rare set represents a true centerpiece for any advanced WWII militaria collection!
Award Certificate for the Panzerkampfabzeichen in Silber – Hand-signed by Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel, which is one of the most highly sought-after signatures, from one of Germany’s most iconic commanders. Earned during the Western Campaign in 1940.
Award Certificate for the Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse (Iron Cross 2nd Class) – Also hand-signed by Erwin Rommel, adding even more immense historical and collector value. Earned also during the Western Campaign in 1940.
Award Certificate for the Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber
Erkennungsmarke (ID Tag) – giving personal identity to the recipient.
Panzerkampfabzeichen in Silber
Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse (Juncker made) – A premium variant from one of the most respected manufacturers.
2x Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz (1st Model) – Early war version.
Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber – Awarded for multiple wounds or one severe wound.
DRL Sports Badge – Prewar athleticism and military preparedness represented in this finely made piece.
Two rare Rommel signatures – Authentic, crisp, and with impeccable provenance.
Complete and coherent grouping – All items traceable to one soldier, offering both historical depth and display impact.
Premium award pieces – Juncker EK2, early wound badges, and matching paperwork.
This is more than a grouping—it's a time capsule of bravery, elite service, and personal history, anchored by the signature of one of WWII’s most iconic field marshals. A rare opportunity for collectors to acquire a museum-grade ensemble with immense investment and display potential.
Outstanding WW1 & WW2 Document Grouping to Major Friedrich Führer – Nachrichten-Abteilung 161, 61. Infanterie-Division / Heeresnachrichtenschule II / Führerreserve OKH
A remarkable and historically rich document grouping belonging to Major Friedrich Führer, a highly decorated German officer who served in both World Wars. As Commander of Nachrichten-Abteilung 161 of the 61. Infanterie-Division during World War II, Führer held a vital role in military communications on the Eastern Front. Following this command, he was assigned to the Heeresnachrichtenschule II (Army Signals School II), and later placed in the Führerreserve of the OKH.
This extensive grouping spans decades of service and includes:
Original Soldbuch with entries
Award document for the 1914 Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse
Award document for the Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz (dated 1919)
Award documents for the Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen in Silber und Gold
Medaille zur Erinnerung an die Heimkehr des Memellandes
Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz 2. Klasse & 1. Klasse
Medaille "Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42" (East Front Medal)
Ehrenkreuz für Frontkämpfer
Typewritten Abschrift of a Divisions-Tagesbefehl (Daily Division Order) detailing the award and reasoning behind his 1914 Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse
Additional wartime and postwar documents, providing insight into his long military career
This grouping is a rare and complete historical ensemble that traces the distinguished service of a career officer from the trenches of WW1 to key communications roles in WW2. Major Führer’s decorations, particularly the early award of the EK I in WW1, underscore his longstanding commitment and valor.
Original interesting and rare award document grouping for Adolf Fischbach, who served with the Kampfgeschwader 27 “Boelcke” and earned the Knight's Cross of the Iron Crosses! The set includes a total of nine award certificates, a Knight’s Cross telegram, a letter detailing his actions, and a Pokal (honor goblet) recipient list.
The documents cover awards such as all three bomber clasps (including one with hanger), the Eastern Front Medal (Ostmedaille), Iron Cross 2nd Class, Iron Cross 1st Class, Pilot Badge, and the Honor Goblet certificate.
Please note: The presentation documents for the Knight’s Cross (Verleihungsurkunde) and the German Cross in Gold are not included.
All items remain in good condition overall. The A5-sized documents have standard filing holes on the sides, and the Pilot Badge and Goblet documents show light signs of age.
Fischbach flew 446 combat sorties and was awarded the Honor Goblet for successfully destroying a train consisting of 40–50 wagons. A rare and desirable grouping with the majority of key documents present.