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Post-War Dutch Judicial Index Card – Rijksrechercheur (born in Opsterland)
€90,00Original post-war Dutch judicial registration card (justitiële / vonnissenkaart), accompanied by a typed judicial case summary, issued by the Dutch Special Court of Justice / Amsterdam Court of Appeal, dated 31 December 1949, sentencing a national police investigator to 2 years imprisonment for collaboration-era abuses.
This historically significant artifact documents misconduct by a Rijksrechercheur (national police investigator) who was operating while seconded to a Central National Police Investigation Special Department under German command during WWII. The typed record outlines:
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Illegal interrogations leading to the arrest of civilians
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Acceptance of substantial bribes (200 guilders, 20 kg of fat, food staples)
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Participation in and facilitation of clandestine/black-market meat trade
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Abuse of office to influence detentions, releases, and prisoner transfers
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Systematic failure to submit legally required wartime distribution permits
The document contains both official typed case findings and handwritten personal registry information, including birth year 1893 and address in Amsterdam and was born in Opsterland.
Key Attributes:
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Genuine 1949 Dutch judiciary record
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Direct insight into wartime police collaboration and corruption cases
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Mentions multiple named civilian victims and bribe amounts
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Ideal for collectors of WWII legal history, occupation-era policing, or Dutch resistance-era documentation
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Excellent condition for age, visible folds and period-accurate typeface
A rare and powerful piece of Dutch WWII judicial and policing history with clear relevance to occupation-era abuse of authority and post-war accountability.
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.
Book of Léon Degrelle – Révolution des Âmes (Signed by Leon Degrelle!)
€350,00An uncommon and historically charged philosophical work by Léon Degrelle. Révolution des Âmes explores the author’s spiritual and ideological vision, expressed in the intense, symbolic prose for which his writings are known. Published by Les Éditions de France, this period edition is of strong interest to collectors of 20th-century European political literature, wartime publications, and autograph archives.
This copy carries exceptional provenance, being personally signed by Léon Degrelle on the front page. The signature appears authentic to the period, applied boldly in ink, and underscored by Degrelle himself. A faint previous ownership inscription is also visible above, adding to the artifact’s vintage character without diminishing the prominence of the autograph.
Condition Notes:
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Softcover volume showing natural age toning and handling wear
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Edge and corner wear, with minor creasing to covers
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Binding intact; pages preserved and legible
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Signature clean, bold, and well-positioned for display
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No restoration, fully original state
A scarce opportunity to acquire a signed original edition by a deeply polarizing historical author. This is not only a book, but a primary-source collectible with direct personal inscription, suited to advanced collections in historical, political, or militaria literature.
This item is sold on behalf of a consignor.
Josef Blaho – Parade Medal Bars of the German Reich 1933–1945
€110,00In this magnificent reference work, author Josef Blaho examines the large parade medal bars of the German Reich from 1933 to 1945. The book features detailed photographic documentation of construction types and manufacturers, including original makers’ labels. A wide selection of exemplary medal bars is presented and analyzed in depth.
An essential reference for the specialized phaleristics collector.
Large format, hardcover, 424 pages with over 1,000 illustrations in color and black & white. English language.
See more on YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULTg8Brxb1o
Third Reich Police Periodical “Kriminalistik” – Group of 17 Original Issues (1940–1943)
€320,00Original group of 17 issues of Kriminalistik (“Practical Criminology”), the most important professional police journal published in Nazi Germany. Issued monthly, Kriminalistik functioned as the official journal of the Reichskriminalpolizeiamt (State Criminal Police Office) and was published under the authority of the Chief of the Sicherheitspolizei, SS-Obergruppenführer Reinhard Heydrich.
The magazine was intended for criminal police professionals and covered subjects such as forensic science, investigative methods, criminal psychology, case studies, and police administration, making it a key reference source for understanding the structure and practices of German criminal policing during the period.
Included issues (all different):
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Issue 2 – February 1940
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Issue 3 – March 1940
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Issue 4 – April 1940
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Issue 5 – May 1940
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Issue 6 – June 1940
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Issue 7 – July 1940
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Issue 8 – August 1940
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Issue 2 – February 1941
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Issue 3 – March 1941
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Issue 5 – May 1941
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Issue 6 – June 1941 (front denazified)
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Issue 8 – August 1941
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Issue 10 – January 1941
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Issue 12 – December 1941
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Issue 1 – January 1942
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Issue 2 – February 1942
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Issue 10 – October 1942
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Issue 1 – January 1943
Condition:
Original wartime publications. Overall condition is good to very good for age, with expected handling wear, light toning, and minor edge wear. One issue (June 1941) shows postwar denazification to the front cover. All issues remain intact and readable.
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All issues are original period publications
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Significant reference material for collectors, researchers, and institutions
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Increasingly scarce as complete or partial runs
A solid and historically important group, well-suited for advanced collectors of Third Reich police material, criminology history, or institutional publications of the period.
Kriegsmarine commemorative farewell sheet – Destroyer “Erich Steinbrinck”
€85,00WWII Kriegsmarine Farewell Commemorative Sheet – Dedicated to Oberleutnant zur See Günter Uhmann
Destroyer “Erich Steinbrinck” (Zerstörer), 2. Division – Signed by Crew, 1945
A highly evocative and scarce Kriegsmarine commemorative farewell sheet, personally dedicated to Oberleutnant zur See Günter Uhmann, marking the conclusion of his active service aboard the destroyer “Erich Steinbrinck”.
The printed heading reads “Aus Deiner Soldatenzeit – Zur Erinnerung an den Zerstörer ‘Erich Steinbrinck’”, followed by the unit designation 2. Division and the farewell inscription “Wir waren und werden stets Deine Kameraden bleiben” (“We were and will always remain your comrades”). The dedication to “Ihrem Oberleutnant zur See Günter Uhmann” firmly establishes this document as a personal memento presented by the ship’s crew.
A period hand-drawn illustration of a Kriegsmarine destroyer under steam appears centrally, enhancing the display value and reinforcing the naval context. The lower portion of the sheet is filled with numerous original signatures of crewmembers, executed in period ink and pencil.
Key Features
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Original WWII Kriegsmarine farewell / commemorative sheet
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Personally dedicated to Oberleutnant zur See Günter Uhmann
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Ship attribution: Zerstörer “Erich Steinbrinck” (Z-15)
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Unit: 2. Division
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Multiple authentic crew signatures
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Period hand-drawn destroyer illustration
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Dated Freiburg (Elbe), 1945
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Original punched filing holes, as issued
Historical Context
Zerstörer Erich Steinbrinck (Z-15), a Type 1934A-class destroyer, saw extensive wartime service including operations in Norwegian waters and later duties in German-controlled ports. Such farewell sheets were typically privately produced by the crew and presented to departing officers, making them significantly scarcer than official service or award documents.
Condition
In very good wartime condition, showing expected age-related wear such as light toning, folds, and minor handling marks. All text, signatures, and the illustration remain clear and legible.
Collector’s Note
A particularly attractive and highly personal Kriegsmarine artifact, combining named officer dedication, ship attribution, numerous original signatures, and a 1945 date. Items of this type are seldom encountered and represent an intimate insight into Kriegsmarine officer–crew relations at the end of the Second World War. An excellent addition to any advanced naval or Kriegsmarine-focused collection.
Gerhard Schulze – Kriegstagebuch Nr. 1 – 13. / III. Btl. – LSSAH
€95,00Original book of Schulze, Gerhard: Kriegstagebuch Nr. 1 – 18./IV. [Wach-] Btl.- LSSAH umbenannt in 13. / III. Btl. – LSSAH. – begonnen 13. 11. 1939 und beendet 03. 07. 1942. A4 size.
Original Double Death Card – U-boot “U-613” & Waffen-SS Brother
€75,00A very rare double death card commemorating two brothers who both lost their lives in WWII – one at sea as a U-boat sailor, the other as a Waffen-SS soldier.
Matrosengefreiter Karl Prechtl
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Service: Crew member of U-613, a Type VIIC submarine of the Kriegsmarine.
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Fate: On 23 July 1943, U-613 was sunk in the mid-Atlantic, south of the Azores, by depth charges from the American destroyer USS George E. Badger (DD-196). The attack occurred near Convoy UGS-12, with the destroyer operating as part of the escort group for the escort carrier USS Bogue (CVE-9).
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Loss: All 48 crew members were killed. Wreckage and bodies were observed on the surface after the attack.
His Brother Anton Prechtl
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Service: Member of the Waffen-SS.
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Fate: Killed in Action on 4 October 1944 near Bozen (Bolzano), South Tyrol, during the late-war fighting in northern Italy.
Item Details:
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Rare double Sterbebild, commemorating two brothers lost in different branches of service.
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Represents both the U-boat war in the Atlantic and the bitter ground fighting in Italy.
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Condition: As seen, with period wear appropriate for age.
Historical Context – U-613:
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Commissioned in 1941 as part of the Type VIIC class, U-613 conducted patrols in the Atlantic during the height of the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Her sinking in July 1943 reflects the increasing dominance of Allied anti-submarine tactics, with combined destroyer and escort carrier groups effectively sealing off the Atlantic.
Collector’s Note:
Double death cards are already scarce; examples combining a U-boat crewman and a Waffen-SS casualty are particularly striking. This piece highlights the fate of two brothers, one lost in the vast Atlantic with U-613, the other fallen in the mountains of northern Italy in 1944. A powerful family memorial with strong historical and emotional significance.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-254” (Sunk due Collission with U-221!)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) honoring Heinrich Jerzenbeck, a crew member of the German submarine U-254.
Service & Fate:
Jerzenbeck served aboard U-254, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 8 December 1942, while operating in the North Atlantic south-east of Cape Farewell, Greenland, U-254 collided with U-221 at position 58.45N, 33.02W. The submarine was lost with 41 men killed, while only 4 survived.
Item Details:
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Original WWII Sterbebild memorial card.
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Commemorates a fallen U-boat crewman from the Atlantic campaign.
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Condition: As seen, with age wear consistent with period authenticity.
Historical Context – U-254:
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Type: VIIC U-boat, the standard class of Germany’s U-Bootwaffe.
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Patrols: Prior to its loss, U-254 had operated against Allied shipping during the critical mid-war period.
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Fate: The loss highlights the extreme dangers of U-boat service—not only from enemy action but also from accidents at sea.
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Casualties: 41 dead, 4 survivors, making this one of the rare instances of U-boat losses caused by a collision with another German submarine.
Collector’s Note:
A poignant and scarce Kriegsmarine death card, tied to the tragic story of U-254. Items related to submarines lost through non-combat accidents are particularly notable, offering a unique perspective on the dangers faced by U-boat crews. A meaningful addition to any U-boat or Kriegsmarine collection.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-332” (Sunk by British Liberator)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) commemorating Josef Schneider, a crew member of the German submarine U-332.
Service & Fate:
Schneider served aboard U-332, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 29 April 1943, U-332 was sunk in the Bay of Biscay north of Cape Finisterre, Spain, at position 45.08N, 09.33W. The submarine was destroyed by depth charges from a British Liberator aircraft of No. 224 Squadron RAF (D). All 45 men on board were lost, with no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original WWII Sterbebild memorial card.
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Honors a fallen U-boat crewman from the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Condition: As seen, with period age wear.
Historical Context – U-332:
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Type: Type VIIC U-boat, the backbone of Germany’s submarine fleet.
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Patrols: Before her loss, U-332 completed several war patrols and successfully attacked Allied shipping.
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Loss: By spring 1943, Allied anti-submarine measures, including long-range patrol aircraft like the Liberator, were turning the tide of the Atlantic war. U-332’s destruction was part of this intensified campaign.
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Crew: 45 dead (all hands lost) highlights the extreme risks and fatal outcomes common among U-boat crews.
Collector’s Note:
This memorial card for Josef Schneider of U-332 represents not only the sacrifice of one man but also the fate of an entire U-boat crew during the turning point of the Battle of the Atlantic. A poignant and historically significant addition for any Kriegsmarine or U-boat collection.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-222” (Collided with “U-626”)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) commemorating Richard Donhauser, a crew member of the German submarine U-222.
Service & Fate:
Donhauser served aboard U-222, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 2 September 1942, during training operations in the Baltic Sea west of Pillau, U-222 collided with U-626 and sank at position 54.25N, 19.30E. Of the crew, 42 men perished and only 3 survived.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild memorial card.
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Honors a submariner lost in a rare training accident rather than combat.
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Condition: Good, with light age wear.
Historical Context – U-222:
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Type: Type VIIC U-boat, backbone of the German U-boat fleet.
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Role: Training and preparation for operational deployment.
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Loss: Unlike many U-boats sunk in the North Atlantic by Allied forces, U-222’s loss came through a collision during exercises, highlighting the inherent dangers of submarine service even far from enemy action.
Collector’s Note:
This death card for Richard Donhauser represents the sacrifices of U-boat crews not only in combat but also in training. With only 3 survivors out of 45 men, the loss of U-222 stands as a stark reminder of the constant risks faced by the Kriegsmarine’s submarine arm. A poignant and historically significant piece for collectors of U-boat and Kriegsmarine memorabilia.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember (Narvikschild!) – U-Boot “U-567” (Sunk by British Sloop HMS Deptford)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Otto Lehr, a crew member of the German submarine U-567.
Service & Fate:
Lehr served aboard U-567, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 21 December 1941, the submarine was sunk in the North Atlantic north-east of the Azores, at position 44.02N, 20.10W, after being attacked with depth charges from the British sloop HMS Deptford. The boat was lost with all 47 crew members.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild memorial card.
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Commemorates a sailor lost at sea with his boat during the height of the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Condition: As seen, with light age wear consistent with period pieces.
Historical Context – U-567:
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Type: Type VIIC U-boat, the workhorse of the German submarine fleet.
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Role: Assigned to the 1st U-boat Flotilla, U-567 operated in the North Atlantic.
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Commander: At the time of her loss, U-567 was under Kapitänleutnant Engelbert Endrass, a Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves holder and one of Germany’s notable U-boat aces.
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Loss: The sinking marked the end of Endrass’s career and deprived the Kriegsmarine of one of its most promising young commanders.
Collector’s Note:
This death card is not only a memorial to Otto Lehr but also directly connected to Kapitänleutnant Endrass, one of the most famous U-boat commanders. With all 47 hands lost, U-567’s sinking reflects the extreme risks of submarine warfare. An evocative and historically significant piece for collectors of Kriegsmarine and U-boat memorabilia.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-520” (Sunk by Canadian Digby aircraft)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Josef Schillinger, a crew member of the German submarine U-520.
Service & Fate:
Schillinger served aboard U-520, a Type IXC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 30 October 1942, the submarine was sunk in the North Atlantic east of Newfoundland, at position 47.47N, 49.50W, by depth charges from a Canadian Digby aircraft (No. 10 Squadron RCAF/Z). The entire crew of 53 men perished — all hands lost.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild memorial card.
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Commemorates a sailor lost with his boat during the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Condition: As seen, with period patina and age wear.
Historical Context – U-520:
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Type: Type IXC U-boat, designed for long-range patrols in distant waters.
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Patrols: Operated in the Atlantic during 1942, a period of high U-boat activity against Allied shipping.
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Loss: The sinking by Canadian forces highlights the growing effectiveness of Allied anti-submarine warfare in the Northwest Atlantic by late 1942.
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Casualties: All 53 crew members lost, making this Sterbebild a poignant remembrance of the human cost of submarine warfare.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards from U-boat crew members are especially collectible when connected to boats that suffered the fate of total loss at sea. This Sterbebild for Josef Schillinger of U-520 preserves the personal memory of one of the 53 sailors who perished, making it a rare and historically significant piece for collectors of Kriegsmarine and Battle of the Atlantic memorabilia.
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.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-375” (Sunk by British Destroyers)
€55,00Original WII death card (Sterbebild) for Rudolf Braun, a crew member of the German submarine U-74.
Service & Fate:
Rudolf Braun served aboard U-74, a Type VIIB U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 2 May 1942, the submarine was sunk in the Mediterranean east-southeast of Cartagena, Spain, at position 37.12N, 00.01E, by depth charges from the British destroyers HMS Wishart and HMS Wrestler. The entire crew of 47 men perished — no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild memorial card.
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Commemorates the ultimate sacrifice of a U-boat crewman.
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Condition: As seen, with period patina and age-related wear.
Historical Context – U-74:
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Type: Type VIIB U-boat, an early but effective design.
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Operations: Served in the Atlantic and later the Mediterranean, supporting Axis naval operations.
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Loss: Destroyed in May 1942 during the intensified Allied anti-submarine campaign in the Mediterranean.
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Significance: U-74’s sinking highlighted the increasing dangers U-boats faced in contested waters, particularly from coordinated destroyer patrols.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards from U-boat crews represent both personal remembrance and a stark reminder of the heavy toll of the Battle of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. With all hands lost, this piece offers a direct and human connection to the men who served — and died — in the Kriegsmarine’s submarine arm.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-384” (Sunk by British Fortress!)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Karl Huf, a crew member of the German submarine U-384.
Service & Fate:
Karl Huf served aboard U-384, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 19 March 1943, at 1745 hrs, the submarine was sunk in the North Atlantic west of Ireland, at position 54.18N, 26.15W. The sinking was caused by depth charges dropped by a British Fortress aircraft (206 Sqn RAF/B). All 47 crew members were lost — no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild commemorating Karl Huf.
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A poignant relic tied to the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Condition: As seen, with natural age-related wear.
Historical Context – U-384:
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Type: Type VIIC, the workhorse of the German U-Bootwaffe.
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Patrols: Conducted only two patrols.
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Loss: Destroyed during the height of the 1943 “air gap” battles, when Allied aircraft extended their coverage deep into the Atlantic.
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Legacy: The destruction of U-384 illustrates the increasing vulnerability of German U-boats during the critical turning point of the Battle of the Atlantic.
Collector’s Note:
This death card serves as both a personal memorial and a tangible link to the brutal campaign waged beneath the Atlantic waves. Pieces connected to U-boat crews lost with all hands are particularly valued, reflecting the tragic sacrifices of the U-Bootwaffe.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-194” (Sunk by US Catalina Aircraft)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Heinrich Lutz, a crew member of German submarine U-194.
Service & Fate:
Heinrich Lutz served aboard U-194, a Type IXC/40 long-range U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 24 June 1943, during its maiden patrol, U-194 was sunk in the North Atlantic south-west of Iceland at position 59.00N, 26.18W. The submarine was destroyed by a newly introduced Fido homing torpedo launched from a U.S. Navy Catalina aircraft (VP-84 USN/G). All 54 crew members perished — there were no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild (death card) of Heinrich Lutz.
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A solemn memorial from one of the U-boat arm’s darkest periods.
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Condition: As seen, with expected age wear.
Historical Context – U-194:
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Type: Type IXC/40, a larger and longer-ranged variant of the Type IX U-boat.
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Commissioned: 1942 under Korvettenkapitän Hermann Hess.
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Patrols: Only one, beginning in June 1943.
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Significance: U-194 was among the first U-boats destroyed by the revolutionary Fido (Mk 24 “Mine”) acoustic homing torpedo, marking a turning point in Allied anti-submarine warfare.
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Legacy: Its loss exemplified the increasing danger faced by U-boat crews in 1943, the “black year” of the U-boat arm.
Collector’s Note:
This death card represents not just a single fallen sailor, but also a key moment in U-boat history — the devastating effectiveness of Allied technological advances against the once-feared “grey wolves” of the Atlantic. With U-194 lost on her very first patrol, such pieces are scarce and highly desirable for collectors of Kriegsmarine and U-Bootwaffe history.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-215” (Sunk East of Boston, US!)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Ferdinand Popijal, a crew member of German submarine U-215.
Service & Fate:
Ferdinand Popijal served aboard U-215, a Type VIID minelaying U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 3 July 1942, during its first patrol, U-215 was sunk in the North Atlantic east of Boston at position 41.48N, 66.38W. The submarine was destroyed by depth charges from the British anti-submarine trawler HMS Le Tiger, while attempting to lay mines off Halifax. All 48 crew members perished — no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild (death card) for Ferdinand Popijal.
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A poignant memorial to a fallen sailor of U-215.
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Condition: As seen, with age-related wear.
Historical Context – U-215:
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Type: Type VIID minelaying U-boat, one of only six built.
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Commissioned: 1941 under Kapitänleutnant Fritz Hoevelmann.
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Patrols: Only one war patrol.
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Final Mission: Attempted to lay mines in Canadian waters; sunk before completing its operation.
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Legacy: Its wreck was located in 2004 off Nova Scotia, designated a war grave.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards from the rare Type VIID minelaying U-boats are scarce, as these submarines were few in number and most were lost with all hands. The card of Ferdinand Popijal thus offers not only a personal link to the fallen crew but also to a very rare class of U-boat, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors of Kriegsmarine and Battle of the Atlantic memorabilia.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-460” (Sunk by US Avenger & Wildcraft Aircraft)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Hans Hobelsberger, a crew member of German submarine U-460.
Service & Fate:
Hans Hobelsberger served aboard U-460, a Type XIV “Milchkuh” supply submarine of the Kriegsmarine. On 4 October 1943, while operating in the North Atlantic north of the Azores, the U-boat was attacked by aircraft from the American escort carrier USS Card (CVE-11). Depth charges dropped by Avenger and Wildcat aircraft of VC-9 Squadron sank the submarine at position 43.18N, 28.58W. Out of the crew, 62 men perished and only 2 survived.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild (death card) commemorating Hans Hobelsberger.
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A solemn remembrance of his service aboard U-460.
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Condition: As seen, with period patina and wear.
Historical Context – U-460:
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Type: Type XIV supply submarine (“Milchkuh”).
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Commissioned: 1941 under Korvettenkapitän Friedrich Schäfer.
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Role: Served as a critical mid-Atlantic tanker and supply boat, refueling combat U-boats far from base.
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Loss: Destroyed in October 1943 during intensified Allied anti-submarine operations — part of the turning tide in the Battle of the Atlantic.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards related to supply U-boats (Milchkühe) are exceptionally rare, as these submarines were few in number and most were lost in 1943–44. The card of Hans Hobelsberger represents not only the human cost of submarine warfare but also the vital role of the “Milchkühe” in sustaining U-boat operations across the Atlantic. A scarce and highly desirable item for collectors of U-boat history and Battle of the Atlantic memorabilia.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-189” (Sunk by British Liberator)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Xaver Ehrensperger, a crew member of German submarine U-189.
Service & Fate:
Xaver Ehrensperger served aboard U-189, a Type IXC/40 U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 23 April 1943, U-189 was sunk in the North Atlantic east of Cape Farewell, Greenland, at position 59.50N, 34.43W. The submarine was destroyed by depth charges dropped from a British Consolidated B-24 Liberator of No. 120 Squadron RAF (pilot: F/O D.E. Curtis).
The sinking resulted in the loss of all 54 crew members, including Ehrensperger — no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild (death card) of Xaver Ehrensperger.
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Commemorates his sacrifice while serving on U-189.
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Condition: As seen; light handling wear consistent with age.
Historical Context – U-189:
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Type: Type IXC/40 ocean-going U-boat.
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Commissioned: 1942 under Kapitänleutnant Hellmut Kallmann.
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Operations: Operated in the North Atlantic against Allied convoys.
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Loss: Destroyed on her first patrol in April 1943, with the total loss of crew.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards linked to U-boat crews lost with all hands are highly sought after, as they represent both personal remembrance and the broader tragedy of the Battle of the Atlantic. This example for Xaver Ehrensperger of U-189 is a poignant reminder of the extreme dangers faced by German submariners, who suffered some of the highest casualty rates of any service in WWII.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-578” (MIA August 1942, No Explanation)
€55,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Martin Braun, a crew member of German submarine U-578.
Service & Fate:
Martin Braun served aboard U-578, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 6 August 1942, the submarine was reported missing in the Bay of Biscay. No explanation for her loss has ever been determined. The disappearance resulted in the loss of all 49 crew members, including Braun — no survivors.
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Original wartime Sterbebild (death card) of U-boat crew member Martin Braun.
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Commemorates his sacrifice while serving aboard U-578.
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Condition: As seen; shows age and wear consistent with period.
Historical Context – U-578:
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Type: Type VIIC Atlantic-class submarine.
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Commissioned: 1941 under Kapitänleutnant Ernst-August Rehwinkel.
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Operational History: Took part in Atlantic convoy battles, credited with sinking several Allied vessels.
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Loss: Disappeared without trace in August 1942 in the Bay of Biscay; circumstances remain unknown.
Collector’s Note:
Death cards linked to U-boats lost with all hands are highly sought after, as they reflect both personal remembrance and the perilous nature of the Battle of the Atlantic, where over 70% of U-boat crews never returned. This example for Martin Braun of U-578 offers a poignant and rare memorial connection to one of the Kriegsmarine’s many missing submarines.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-609” (Sunk by a Free French corvette)
€30,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Willibald Engelbrecht, a crew member of the German submarine U-609.
Service & Fate:
Engelbrecht served aboard U-609, a Type VIIC U-boat of the Kriegsmarine. On 6 February 1943, at 2204 hours, U-609 was sunk in the North Atlantic south-east of Cape Farwell, Greenland, at position 54.56N, 28.11W. The submarine was destroyed by depth charges from the Free French corvette Lobelia. All 47 crew members perished, with no survivors.
Item Details:
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Original WWII Sterbebild memorial card.
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Commemorates a submariner lost with his entire crew during the height of the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Condition: As seen, with natural signs of age.
Historical Context – U-609:
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Type: Type VIIC U-boat, the most numerous and iconic U-boat class.
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Loss: The destruction of U-609 is notable as part of the Allied anti-submarine campaign, where even Free French naval forces played a decisive role in closing the Atlantic shipping lanes to German raiders.
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Crew: 47 men lost, a stark reminder of the heavy toll faced by U-boat crews.
Collector’s Note:
This death card of Willibald Engelbrecht is a tangible piece of Kriegsmarine and U-boat history, tied directly to the dramatic naval struggle of the North Atlantic. Losses to Free French forces are comparatively rare, making this a particularly interesting addition for collectors of submarine and naval memorabilia.
Deathcard of U-Boot Crewmember – U-Boot “U-460” (Sunk by US Avenger & Wildcraft Aircraft)
€30,00Original WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Anton Bergbauer, a crew member of the German submarine U-460.
Service & Fate:
Bergbauer served aboard U-460, a Type XIV “Milchkuh” supply submarine of the Kriegsmarine. On 4 October 1943, the boat was sunk in the North Atlantic north of the Azores, at position 43.18N, 28.58W, by depth charges from Avenger and Wildcat aircraft (VC-9) of the American escort carrier USS Card. Of the crew, 62 men were killed and only 2 survived.
Item Details:
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Original wartime Sterbebild memorial card.
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Commemorates a sailor lost with his boat in one of the rare supply U-boat sinkings.
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Condition: As seen, with natural age wear and patina.
Historical Context – U-460:
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Type: Type XIV U-boat (nicknamed Milchkuh or “Milk Cow”), designed to resupply other U-boats at sea.
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Role: These boats carried fuel, torpedoes, food, and provisions, greatly extending the range of attack submarines during the Battle of the Atlantic.
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Loss: The sinking of U-460 was part of the concerted Allied effort to hunt down and destroy Milchkuh U-boats, severely weakening German U-boat endurance in the Atlantic.
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Casualties: The destruction of U-460 with 62 dead illustrates the high risks faced by even non-combatant support submarines.
Collector’s Note:
Sterbebilder from supply U-boats are especially scarce due to the limited number of these vessels built and their strategic importance. This death card for Anton Bergbauer offers a rare memorial to one of the sailors lost in the sinking of U-460, making it a significant and poignant addition for collectors of Kriegsmarine and Battle of the Atlantic relics.
Enveloppe of the Reichskommissar Niederlande (Seyss-Inquart)
€95,00Original (empty) Enveloppe for the Der Reichskommissar für die Besetzten Niederländendischen Gebiete Den Haag, which was Arthur Seyss-Inquart.
SS-Obergruppenführer Arthur Seyss-Inquart (22.07.1892 † 16.10.1946) (22.07.1892 † 16.10.1946) was Austrian Nazi politician who served as Chancellor of Austria in 1938 for two days before the Anschluss. His positions in Nazi Germany included deputy governor to Hans Frank in the General Government of Occupied Poland, and Reichskommissar for the German-occupied Netherlands. In the latter role, he shared responsibility for the deportation of Dutch Jews and the shooting of hostages. At the Nuremberg trials, Seyss-Inquart was found guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity, sentenced to death, and executed by hanging. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Punishing Paper Kriegskommandantur Ypern (Ieper)
€25,00Original Punishing Paper issued by the Kriegskommandantur Ypern (Ieper). Ca. Postcardsize.
Fragebogen für Ausländer – Belgian from Kerkrade
€95,00Original Fragebogen für Ausländer for a Belgian from Kerkrade. Left heading “Der Höhere SS- und Polizeiführer beim Reichskommisar für die besetzten niederländischen Gebiete – Ein- und Ausreisestelle Maastricht. A4 size. Condition as seen.
Feldpostbrief des SS-Oberabschnitss Alpenland (Brief 4, Juni 1942)
€125,00Original small booklet called “Feldpostbrief des SS-Oberabschnitss Alpenland”, ed. Brief 4, Salzburg im Juni 1942. Condition as seen. A5 size. All pages present.
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.
Chronicle “Eine Batterie” – Marine-Flak-Abteilung 294
€50,00Original Chronicle (Chronik) “Eine Batterie” of Batterie Krummendeich of Marine-Flak-Abteilung 294. Complete, 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!
2x Kaufmannsgehilfenbrief (Ulm, Donau)
€40,002x Original Kaufmannsgehilfenbrief from people in Ulm (Donau).
2x Bierzeitung of Artillerie-Regiment 6
€30,002x Bierzeitung / Fest-Zeitung of Artillerie-Regiment 6.
Death Card: Police Officer that died in 1951 (wartime photo on card)
€10,00Original death card (“Sterbebild”) of Kommisär d. Landespolizei Andreas Müller. Interestingly, he died in 1951 but still with wartime photo on the card.
Death Card: Meister der Schutzpolizei
€10,00Original death card (“Sterbebild”) of Meister der Schutzpolizei Josef Schmid.
(2 in stock)
Death Card: Panzer-Abteilung 301 “Funklenk” !
€30,00Original death card of Obergefreiter Franz Grillmeier, who was Killed in Action on December 1, 1942 while serving with Panzer-Abteilung 301 “Funklenk”!
The Panzer-Abteilung (Fkl) 301 was formed on 9 September 1942 by the redesignation of Panzer-Abteilung (FL) 300. It was transferred to Heeresgruppe Nord where it remained until December when it withdrew for refitting. It later saw action at Kursk. In January 1944 it was sent to Italy. After leaving France in August 1944 it was ordered to reorganize with Tiger I tanks, it was issues a total of 31 rebuilt Tiger I tanks, including 10 from schwere SS-Panzer-Abteilung 103. It took part in the Ardennes offensive. On 16 April it had withdrawn to Sprockhövel where it blew up its last three Tiger tanks.
The “(Fkl)” in the name was for “Funklenk”, a reference to the radio-controlled demolition vehicles used. (Source: Axishistory)
Deathcard of a Fliegeringenieur – (Top Photo)
€19,50Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Fliegeringenieur Hans Unterkircher, who died on May 1, 1943 while serving with Feldwerftleitstelle Eschwege. Top photo (real photo pasted on card). Condition as seen.
Death Card – KIA at Winterspelt (near St. Vith) in December 1944
€40,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Stabsgefreiter Otto Brandl. According to the info that came with it, he served with the Grenadier-Regiment 164 of the 62. Volksgrenadier-Division. Killed near Winterspelt, which is near St. Vith. Condition as seen.
Death Card of Hans Freidhager – KIA in Hasselt, Belgium in 1944 (Buried in Lommel)
€30,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Unteroffizier Hans Freidhager, who lost his life on February 22, 1944 in Hasselt, Belgium. He was shot down with his plane (Ju88A-17, 801419, DF+JU), all of his crew died as well. Condition as seen.
Buried in LOMMEL (Belgium).
Death Card of Josef Steinbauer – Died in Antwerp, Belgium 1943 (Buried in Lommel)
€25,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Grenadier Josef Steinbauer, who lost his life on June 22, 1943 in Antwerpen, Belgium. Condition as seen.
Buried in LOMMEL (Belgium).
Death Cards of 3x Brothers from the family “Maraite” (Neundorf, Sankt Vith, Belgium)
€30,00Original Death Cards (“Sterbebild”) of 3 brothers from the family “Maraite” from Neundorf, Sankt Vith in Belgium. Condition as seen.
Skijäger Deathcard (StuG Wrapper in wear!)
€45,00Original rare deathcard of a Skijäger! Note the StuG wrapper in wear in the photo!
Death Card: Died August 9, 1946 in Melbourne, England (POW)
€40,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Soldat Hans Miller, who Died on August 9, 1946 in a Hospital in Melbourne, England. Born in Augsburg-Hochstädt. Condition as seen.
Buried: Hans Miller ruht auf der Kriegsgräberstätte in Hull Northern Cemetery. Endgrablage: Abteilung 201 Grab 80
Information:
- The death card may have a different color than the scan shows. The scan seem to make the death cards more white than they are.
- The “Sterbekartei” (Card from Ancestry that shows the unit, fate..) provided here is only a digital copy! Not part of the original sale.