Photographs

Original wartime Waffen-SS group photograph depicting ten SS soldiers posed indoors around a table. One of the men is prominently holding an issue of the official SS newspaper “Das Schwarze Korps”. Particularly noteworthy is the wall display behind the group featuring the famous Waffen-SS motto “Meine Ehre heißt Treue”, making this an especially desirable and well-composed period image.

The soldiers wear early Waffen-SS uniforms with shoulder straps and collar tabs, providing an excellent study piece of wartime SS uniforms and barracks life. The combination of the official SS newspaper together with the prominently displayed unit motto creates an uncommon and highly displayable photograph.

A scarce original wartime Waffen-SS photograph in very good condition, ideal for collectors of SS photographs, documents, and historical militaria.

Original Soviet portrait photograph of Alexander Yakovlevich Filin (1923–?), a decorated Soviet Guards cavalry officer of the 17th Guards Cavalry Lida Red Banner Regiment, part of the 5th Guards Cavalry Division.

Filin served in the Red Army from 1942 and participated in combat from June 1942 onward. During the war he served as a gun platoon commander within the regiment’s artillery support elements and distinguished himself repeatedly in frontline combat.

Archival award research identifies him as a recipient of two Orders of the Red Star (Орден Красной Звезды) for bravery and leadership in combat.

His first Red Star was awarded for actions during the January 1945 offensive near Janów (Białystok region), where his platoon destroyed enemy artillery positions and transport vehicles while supporting cavalry assaults and advancing into East Prussia.

He later earned a second Red Star for actions in the final phase of the war during the Berlin campaign, including combat near Schwedt on 30 April 1945 and actions near Lake Ternov on 1 May 1945, where he led his platoon under heavy enemy fire and ensured effective artillery support.

The reverse inscription identifies the officer as Captain A. Y. Filin, indicating a postwar promotion. The portrait dates from approximately 1951.

The photograph shows Filin wearing his wartime decorations, including:

• Order of the Red Star
• Campaign and service medals

A desirable named portrait of a decorated Soviet Guards cavalry officer with excellent wartime history, including combat service in East Prussia and the final battles in Germany.

Included:

• Original portrait photograph only

Original 4x German WWII Studioportraits with numbered Shoulderboards. Postcardsize.

Rare original WWII Kriegsmarine photo grouping belonging to a German Oberfunkmeister (Senior Radio Operator) connected to U-3506, a late-war Type XXI U-boat. The grouping exists of 19 photographs (of which one portrait, signed and named on the reverse).

The grouping consists of numerous original private photographs showing Kriegsmarine personnel in both formal and informal settings, including dockside ceremonies, parade formations, group portraits, harbor scenes in Danzig, and personnel aboard or beside naval vessels.

Several photographs are marked on the reverse with unit stamps from 7. Kriegsschiffbauabteilung Danzig, while handwriting on the reverse identify the original owner as an Oberfunkmeister assigned to U-3506 and many of the the NCO’s, U-boat commanders of 3 other boats, CO of the 8. U-Flottille etcetera. This makes the lot especially interesting, as U-3506 was one of Germany’s advanced late-war Type XXI Elektroboote, among the most technologically sophisticated submarines of the war.

A scarce and historically attractive photo grouping with direct U-boat connection, ideal for collectors of Kriegsmarine and U-Boot material. Overall in good used condition with normal age wear, corner wear, handling traces, and minor creasing consistent with wartime photographs.

Original German WWII press photograph showing a German assault detachment (Stoßtrupp) advancing across open terrain in the Normandy battle zone near the Orne River estuary during the Allied invasion of France.

The reverse retains its original wartime press caption and copyright stamp from Transocean-Europapress Berlin, together with the press reference number PK-H 3650 and date 17 June 1944.

The original German caption reads:

“Kampfgebiet Orne-Mündung. An der Invasionsfront Normandie im Kampfgebiet der Orne-Mündung geht ein deutscher Stoßtrupp zum Angriff vor.”

Translation:

“Combat area of the Orne Estuary. On the Normandy invasion front, in the combat area of the Orne estuary, a German assault troop moves forward to attack.”

The image captures German infantry heavily laden with equipment as they move through open countryside toward the front lines. Taken less than two weeks after D-Day, it represents a scarce wartime press image documenting German operations during the critical early phase of the Normandy campaign.

Details

• Original German WWII press photograph
• Size: 13 x 18 cm
• Date: 17 June 1944
• Press reference: PK-H 3650
• Photographer: PK-Siedel
• Agency: Transocean-Europapress
• Original typed caption on reverse
• Original Transocean-Europapress Berlin copyright stamp
• Normandy Campaign / D-Day period
• Depicts German assault troops advancing near the Orne estuary
• Good condition with age-related wear and handling marks

Original Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier with Luftwaffe Metal Eagle on his Fieldcap! Condition as seen. Postcardsize.

Original Studioportrait of a Luftwaffe (Air Force) Unteroffizier (NCO) wearing several wards such as the Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse, Fliegerschützen-Abzeichen, Frontflugspange für Aufklärer and most interestingly an unit or unknown pin on his collar! Postcardsize. Photo taken in Landshut. Condition as seen.

Original Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing “Unteroffiziersschule” Shoulderboards. Condition as seen. Postcardsize.

Original wartime postcard-size portrait depicting a Kriegsmarine artillery enlisted man in service uniform. The subject is shown wearing a specialist trade badge, photographed in studio setting with period backdrop and carpet.

The photo was taken in Bochum, as indicated by the studio style and markings. Fine tonal contrast and sharp detail throughout, clearly showing uniform and insignia features.

Printed on period photographic paper with scalloped edges. Reverse is blank. Overall very good condition, light handling wear consistent with age.

Original Luftwaffe studioportrait of a soldier wearing a helmet with decal. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original Studioportrait of a Reichsarbeitsdienst (RAD) member wearing the Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwetern as on day of awarding! Top portrait! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original 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!

Original 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!

Original 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.

Original wartime photograph showing a group of members of the Nationaal-Socialistische Jeugd Vlaanderen (NSJV) gathered in front of a large building, likely during an organized youth activity or meeting in Limburg. Particularly notable is the presence of Frans Ketels, identified in period handwriting on the front as “Ketels,” visible among the group.

The NSJV functioned as the youth movement connected to the Flemish nationalist and collaborationist milieu during the German occupation of Belgium. Members are seen wearing characteristic NSJV youth uniforms, including white shirts, dark ties, skirts and shorts, with one youth clearly displaying an armband.

Frans Ketels originated from a Catholic and Flemish-nationalist family and studied law at the University of Leuven before the war. Prior to the German occupation he served as a regional leader within the Algemeen Vlaamsch Nationaal Jeugdverbond (AVNJ) and later became Gouwleider of the NSJV in Limburg during the occupation years.

Following the liberation of Belgium, Ketels was arrested on 22 September 1944 near Elen (Maaseik). According to postwar accounts, he was severely mistreated and publicly humiliated both in Maaseik and Hasselt. Before any formal trial could take place, he died in a hospital in Liège from injuries sustained during his detention. Within parts of Flemish-nationalist postwar memory, the death of Frans Ketels became symbolic of the violent street reprisals and excesses that occurred during the liberation period, particularly in Limburg.

The reverse bears a wartime photographer’s stamp:
“Foto Melotte – Winterslag – Albert I-laan”

An uncommon and historically significant original photograph connected to the NSJV and wartime Flemish collaboration history in occupied Belgium.

Size:
Approx. 11.5 x 7.8 cm

Condition:
Good overall wartime condition with period handling wear, some edge and corner wear, light surface marks and traces of former album mounting on the reverse, as visible in the photographs.

Original wartime photograph depicting Flemish volunteers of the 2. Kompanie/ SS-Freiwilligen-Legion “Flandern”, during a meal break. Camo gear being worn!

Format: 6 x 9 cm
Condition: As shown in the photographs / Better quality in real life

Authentic original wartime German press photograph of Reinhard Heydrich, during the height of WWII. This is a period press photo (not a reproduction), distributed for wartime publication and documentation.

• Markings: Original press, with period stamps/annotations, consistent with 1940s press distribution.

• Condition: Very good for age. Minor edge wear and handling marks, typical of original wartime press material. No major tears. Text and imagery remain clear and historically intact.

• Size: Approx. press photo standard format

• Provenance: Guaranteed original WWII press issue photograph.

Historical Significance:
This photograph captures a major wartime propaganda and political coordination event focused on Southeastern Europe, attended by senior Reich leadership. The image provides strong collector appeal for:

• WWII historians and archives

• Collectors of original Third Reich press material

• Military memorabilia and wartime photography specialists

• Museum or research collections requiring primary source imagery

Original 3x Studioportrait of a Panzertruppen soldier, wearing the Panzerkampfabzeichen (in Bronze). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original Press Photo Flemish Collaboration: Vlaamse Wachtbrigade in Brussels with officers & Flag!! Size: 18x13cm.

Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing a Luftwaffe M43 Feldmütze (Field Cap)! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing a helmet with decal. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing a helmet with decal. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original Flemish Collaboration Studioportrait of a member of the Vlaamse Fabriekswacht – Vlaamse Wachtbrigade. Size: Postcardsize. TOP Portrait!

Original Flemish Collaboration Studioportrait of a member of the Vlaamse Fabriekswacht – Vlaamse Wachtbrigade. Postcardsize. TOP Portrait!

Original scarce portrait of Stug soldier wearing the Artillery Gunner Sleeve badge on his arm! Postcardsize. Condition as seen.

Original 1941 Collaboration Photograph – NSKK, Zwarte Brigade, NSJ & Dietse Jeugd (Named Christmas Event)

Original World War II collaboration photograph documenting Flemish and Dutch nationalist organizations during a joint Christmas celebration in 1941.

The image shows members of:

• NSKK (Nationalsozialistisches Kraftfahrkorps)

• Zwarte Brigade / Zwarte Brigades (ZB), the paramilitary wing of the Flemish National Union (VNV)

• Jeugdstorm, the youth movement of the Dutch NSB

• Dietse Meisjesscharen (DMS), the girls’ section of the VNV youth organization

• NSJ (Nationaal-Socialistische Jeugd in Vlaanderen), Flemish nationalist youth

• Likely Jeugdstorm formations, reflecting the cooperation between Dutch and Flemish collaboration groups

The reverse bears the original handwritten notation:
“Gezamenlijk kerstfeest NSKK, ZB, NSJ 1941” (“Joint Christmas celebration NSKK, Zwarte Brigade, NSJ 1941”), confirming the event, organizations involved, and year.

Details:

• Authentic wartime photograph (1941)

• Subject: Flemish & Dutch collaboration organizations

• Joint Christmas event, outdoor/group celebration setting

• Period-written description on reverse

• Size: standard period photograph format (as shown)

Condition:
Original, with expected age and handling wear. Image and reverse text remain clear and legible. No modern reproduction.

Original and rare Studioportrait of a civilian wearing the NSKOV Pin (!). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.