Theodor Weissenberger – Jagdgeschwader 5 (Schwertern) (Wartime Signed!)

Theodor Weissenberger (21 December 1914 † 10 June 1950) was a distinguished German Luftwaffe fighter ace during the Second World War, credited with over 200 aerial victories on both the Western and Eastern Fronts. Known for his exceptional skill as a night and day fighter, Weissenberger became one of the highest-scoring aces to survive the war.

Awards and Decorations

• Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes) – 13 November 1942, as Oberfeldwebel and Flugzeugführer in 10./Jagdgeschwader 5.

• Oak Leaves (Eichenlaub) – 2 June 1944, as Leutnant and Staffelkapitän of 7./Jagdgeschwader 5.

• Swords (Schwerter) – 25 July 1944, as Hauptmann and Gruppenkommandeur of II./Jagdgeschwader 5.

• Iron Cross (1939) 1st and 2nd Class and Front Flying Clasp in Gold.

Item Details

• Original wartime signature of Hauptmann Theodor Weissenberger.

• Signed on a wartime postcard.

• Provenance: From the large personal collection of HJ boy Ernst Fritzsche, who collected wartime autographs and correspondence during the period.

• Condition: Very good; minor age toning and light edge wear consistent with period handling. Signature slightly faded.

Collector’s Note

A highly regarded Luftwaffe ace and recipient of the Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords, Weissenberger’s autograph on period material is scarce and much sought after by collectors. This signed postcard, with confirmed wartime provenance, represents an authentic and desirable example of Luftwaffe history.