Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken – Befehlshaber der Deutschen Marinekommando Italiens (Admiral)
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Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken. Vizeadmiral Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken (5 April 1897 † 13 May 1985) was a career naval officer who served in both World Wars and rose to the rank of Vice Admiral in the Kriegsmarine. He was a recipient of the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross for his leadership in Italy.
Award:
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross – 11 May 1944, as Vizeadmiral and Befehlshaber der Deutschen Marinekommando Italien (Commander of German Naval Command Italy).
Career Highlights:
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Entered the Imperial Navy as a cadet during World War I and gained early seagoing experience.
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Continued his naval career in the interwar Reichsmarine, specializing in staff and command positions.
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During World War II, held senior roles including Commander of German Naval Forces in Italy, directing naval operations and coordinating with Axis forces in the Mediterranean theater.
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Promoted to Vizeadmiral, one of the Kriegsmarine’s senior flag officer ranks.
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Survived the war and lived until 1985.
Item Details:
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Authentic postwar signature of Vizeadmiral Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken.
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Signed on a postwar photograph.
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Condition: Well-preserved with a clear autograph.
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Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken. Vizeadmiral Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken (5 April 1897 † 13 May 1985) was a career naval officer who served in both World Wars and rose to the rank of Vice Admiral in the Kriegsmarine. He was a recipient of the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross for his leadership in Italy.
Award:
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Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross – 11 May 1944, as Vizeadmiral and Befehlshaber der Deutschen Marinekommando Italien (Commander of German Naval Command Italy).
Career Highlights:
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Entered the Imperial Navy as a cadet during World War I and gained early seagoing experience.
-
Continued his naval career in the interwar Reichsmarine, specializing in staff and command positions.
-
During World War II, held senior roles including Commander of German Naval Forces in Italy, directing naval operations and coordinating with Axis forces in the Mediterranean theater.
-
Promoted to Vizeadmiral, one of the Kriegsmarine’s senior flag officer ranks.
-
Survived the war and lived until 1985.
Item Details:
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Authentic postwar signature of Vizeadmiral Wilhelm Meendsen-Bohlken.
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Signed on a postwar photograph.
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Condition: Well-preserved with a clear autograph.
