Friedrich von Volckamer und Kirchensittenbach – 8. Jäger-Division

Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Friedrich von Volckamer und Kirchensittenbach. Generalleutnant Friedrich von Volckamer und Kirchensittenbach (16 April 1894 † 3 April 1989) was a German Army officer who rose to the rank of Generalleutnant during the Second World War. He was decorated with both the German Cross in Gold and the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross for his leadership of the 8. Jäger-Division on the Eastern Front.

Awards and Decorations:

• German Cross in Gold (Deutsches Kreuz in Gold) – 3 November 1943, as Generalmajor with 8. Jäger-Division.

• Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 26 March 1944, as Generalleutnant and Kommandeur of 8. Jäger-Division.

Career Highlights:

• World War I veteran who continued his career into the Reichswehr and later the Wehrmacht.

• Took command of the 8. Jäger-Division, a formation specialized in combat in difficult terrain and often used in challenging defensive operations on the Eastern Front.

• Awarded the German Cross in Gold in late 1943 for his division’s performance in heavy combat.

• Decorated with the Knight’s Cross in March 1944 for his leadership during intense defensive battles against the Red Army.

• Survived the war and lived until 1989, reaching the age of 94.

Item Details:

• Authentic postwar signature of Generalleutnant Friedrich von Volckamer und Kirchensittenbach.

• Signed on a postwar photograph.

• Condition: Excellent, with a clear and well-preserved autograph.

Collector’s Note:
As a decorated divisional commander and recipient of both the German Cross in Gold and the Knight’s Cross, von Volckamer und Kirchensittenbach’s signature is a desirable addition to any collection of Eastern Front and Heer memorabilia. His leadership of the 8. Jäger-Division represents the specialized and often overlooked role of the Jäger formations within the Wehrmacht.