German Military Forces 1933-45

Color-printed bunting, marked on the hoist with “KR. FL. 80 x 135” and manufacturer’s mark “Lorenz Summe Söhne Oberkotzau”. Condition 2.

black wooden plaque with silver-plated relief of an 8.8cm Flak gun, dimensions 18.5 x 23 cm, with wall mount, condition 2.

black wooden plaque with silver-plated relief depicting an Army soldier, with an artillery piece in the background, dimensions 17.5 x 21.5 cm, with wall mounting, condition 2.

Dresden, Zigaretten-Bilderdienst, 1936, hardcover binding, large format, complete with 270 images, “Die deutsche Wehrmacht”, condition 2+.

Color-printed flag cloth, marked "Dt. Reichskriegsfl. 100 x 170", condition 2.

Very fine manufacture circa 1935/36. Dimensions 31 x 41 cm. Constructed of brown cowhide leather, center embossed with Wehrmacht steel helmet and bayonet, interior with various compartments for documents, writing paper, envelopes, etc. Minor signs of use, Condition 2.

circa 1938. Heavy nickel construction with applied Wehrmacht eagle before flags and oak leaves in toned finish. Reverse with dark green wool covering, manufacturer marked on the nickel suspension clip “C.E. Juncker, Berlin”. The suspension chain is missing. The iron clips for the suspension chain are corroded. The gorget is in good condition. Extremely rare, one of very few originals!

Made of wood, dimensions approximately 10 x 6.5 cm, height approximately 2.5 cm, imprint “Winniza Ot Mili 1942 / 43”. Condition 2.

Approximately 61 cm long wooden walking stick, with engraving “Erinnerung an den Kriegseinsatz 1944 Horstedt, Friesenwall - Gef. 7/418” (Commemoration of the 1944 Combat Deployment Horstedt, Friesenwall - Gef. 7/418). Condition 2.

Sheet metal, Condition 2. A typical lapel badge worn by reservists after completion of military service.

Black wooden plaque with metal appliqués, dimensions approximately 22 x 29 cm, with dedication plate “To their departing comrade of the NCO Corps Repl. Bty. 14”, reverse with wall hanging fixture. Condition 2.

Black wooden plaque with metal appliqués, dimensions approximately 32 x 23 cm, dedication plaque not yet engraved, wall hanging fixture on reverse, condition 2.

Glass bottle with metal jacket. Front with printed paper label “Parole Heimat” and reverse with inscription “Zum Andenken an meine Dienstzeit” (In Memory of My Service Time). Screw cap with cover, complete with original carrying cord, Condition 2.

 

Black wooden plaque with metal fittings, dimensions approximately 32 x 22 cm, with dedication "Zur Erinnerung an meine Dienstzeit Gew. v. d. 2. Battr. Artl.-Rgt. 67. 30.7.37", reverse with wall mount. Condition 2.

Black wooden plaque with metal appliqués, dimensions approximately 25 x 15.5 cm, with dedication "Art. Ers. Abt. 34. Trier" (Artillery Replacement Battalion 34. Trier), reverse with wall hanger, condition 2.

Black wooden plaque with metal fittings, dimensions approximately 25 x 16 cm, with dedication “Uffz.-Vereinigung 13./J.R.102.”, wall hanging mount on reverse, condition 2.

Aluminum construction. Still unused, from factory overstock, condition 2+.

Wooden construction, dimensions approximately 59.5 x 39.5 cm, with printed text: “Persons suffering from a contagious disease and for whom isolation has been ordered by the attending physician or the health department are not permitted to enter the air raid shelter. Whoever violates this prohibition endangers the health of his fellow citizens and commits a punishable offense. The Police President (as local air raid protection director)”. Condition 2.

Dimensions 70 x 51 cm, publisher marked at bottom "Druck Otto Elsner K.-G. Berlin. S 42.", with minor damage. Condition 2-

45 x 34 cm, drawing by Wolfgang Willrich / Cop. 1943 by Verlag Grenze und Ausland, Berlin; several minor repaired tears, otherwise condition 2. - The plexiglass holders visible at the corners in the photos are not present on the original.-

Dresden, Zigaretten-Bilderdienst, 1936, hardcover binding, large format, complete with 270 images, “Die deutsche Wehrmacht”, condition 2.

Large pewter plate, diameter 26.5 cm. Finely engraved in the center with national eagle and surrounding text “Kriegsakademie 1936 - 1938”. Reverse with engraved signatures of numerous officer comrades, condition 2.

The Kriegsakademie was a higher education institution of the German Wehrmacht, opened in 1936 in Berlin-Moabit. Its purpose was to train General Staff officers of all Wehrmacht branches in strategic leadership thinking, to discuss questions of overall warfare conduct from political, economic and technical aspects, and to prepare graduates for service in the Oberkommando der Wehrmacht (High Command of the Wehrmacht).

Field post letter with the special stamp “Bloc de Franchise du Corps Expéditionnaire de la Légion des Volontaires Français contre le Bolchevisme” at F 100. The field post letter is postmarked “Feldpost 20.10.1942” and was sent to “Monsieur Emile Buton, L.V.F. Feldpost 035648 B”, without letter contents. Condition 2. Very rare.

The French Volunteer Legion Against Bolshevism (LVF):

The LVF originated from an initiative by leaders of collaborationist parties in July 1941. Marshal Pétain initially encouraged the formation of the unit (for example in November 1941), before increasingly maintaining cautious distance. The LVF was recognized as a charitable organization and Pétain declared that its fighters were “une part de notre honneur militaire” (a part of our military honor). The volunteers took an oath of allegiance to Adolf Hitler. The formation of a French Waffen-SS was authorized in July 1943.

Constructed of silver-lacquered sheet iron. The magnetic national eagle, buttons and lettering lacquered with phosphorescent luminous paint, reverse with cardboard backing, 2 suspension clips, with iron suspension chain. Unworn, condition 1a - “In mint condition”.

Protective cover made of black oilcloth, dimensions approximately 39 x 30 cm, snap fasteners corroded, condition 2.

no place, self-published by Flakregiment 101, 1941, portfolio, each complete with 24 color reproductions of watercolors and tables of contents, portfolios repaired/glued with minor losses, condition 2-.

Beer stein made of glazed porcelain, 0.5 liter capacity, with color-printed design featuring Stahlhelm with swastika, manufacturer mark on base, condition 2.

Finnish manufacture, featuring the enameled coat of arms of North Karelia, reverse engraved “Lappland 24.12.1943”. With manufacturer's mark.

Made of iron, corroded, dimensions approximately 20.5 x 16.5 cm. Condition 2.

The Schlüsselgerät 41z is a variant of the SG 41 cipher machines which were intended to replace the obsolete Enigma. The keyboard of the Z model consists of ten keys numbered 1 through 0. These were used exclusively for encrypting weather reports. The device construction and dimensions correspond to the standard Schlüsselgerät 41; essentially only the keyboard was modified.
The SG was developed at the Wanderer-Werke Chemnitz under the direction of cryptologist Fritz Menzer. The first machines were delivered in limited quantities beginning in October 1944. The machine we are offering is marked with the number 09 on the crank, indicating that this cipher device is one of the first machines produced.
Great care was taken to ensure that the internal mechanism was cleaned and preserved very gently. The internal components of the cipher device did not need to be disassembled, and the original finish from the Wanderer-Werke was preserved. The function of the mechanism is only limited by the corroded rotors. The rotors were damaged by moisture ingress and remain in their original as-found condition. This aggressive reactivity to moisture was deliberately planned by the designers for security reasons.
The base plate was replaced with a modern plate for corrosion protection purposes. For these reasons, the paintwork was extensively restored. Screws on the housing were replaced with original screws from an old Wanderer typewriter only when necessary. The small Plexiglas windows are the factory-installed originals and were refastened in accordance with original specifications.
In our opinion, this is one of the finest and most complete Schlüsselgerät 41 Z units ever offered. This is also impressively demonstrated by the interior photographs.

Circa 1937. Service clock with 24-hour indication, subsidiary seconds, internally marked "Kienzle No. 1429 - 1937". Fully functional, in original wooden case, Condition 2

circa 1935. Glass flask with aluminum frame, printed on both sides, obverse depicting a mounted soldier with saber “Zum Andenken an meine Dienstzeit” (In Memory of My Service), reverse showing horse head with reins and stirrup within oak leaf wreath, below inscription “Parole Heimat” (Password Homeland). Complete with screw cap and original black/white/red carrying cord. Unused, condition 2+.
We were able to acquire an original manufacturer's box containing 10 reservist flasks. Price per piece EUR 150,--

0.5 liter glazed ceramic, with inscription “L. Sch. Btl. 529”, 2 colored depictions of the castles “Isareck” and “Grünwald” and inscription “Weihnachten 1940”. With artist's signature “R.v.Kramer”. Cracked on front and in handle area. Without lid. Condition 3.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, diameter 20 mm, very fine depiction with bunker and inscription, decorative elements on sides. Worn, condition 2-.

Wallet made of brown leather with metal fittings, dimensions approximately 10 x 7 cm. National Eagle (Hoheitsadler) has been removed, zipper non-functional, one hole at the zipper, condition 2-.

Constructed of zinc sheet metal, silver lacquered. Two applied facing Wehrmacht eagles on sides, bandeau inscribed “Bahnhofswache”, version without unit designation. Reverse with original cardboard backing, partially slightly loose. Complete with iron suspension chain. Only minor signs of age, condition 2+. One of the few original pieces.
The “Bahnhofswache” gorget was worn by Wehrmacht patrols at railway stations in the German Reich and occupied territories. Very rare.

folded multiple times and mounted on modern wooden board, 57 x 80 cm, condition 2

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Likely from the period of the “Phoney War”. Approximately 13 cm high stone, front features the Iron Cross “1939”, below the inscription “Westfront”. Weight 1.3 kg. Condition 2.

circa 1940. Manufactured from tin plate with depiction of steel helmet, upright sword and “Westfront”, condition 2.
A typical souvenir from the Western Front 1940, prior to the beginning of the French Campaign.

Circa 1935. This is the vehicle pennant for the official car of Generalfeldmarschall von Blomberg as Reich Minister of War. Square design, double-sided sewn and executed in fine chain-stitch embroidery. Complete with original nickel-plated mounting staff, overall height 41.5 cm, dimensions of the pennant itself 25 x 25 cm. Only slight traces of use, condition 2.  Very rare.

This piece was war booty of a British soldier in 1945, returning to Germany for the first time in over 80 years.

This pennant was introduced on October 5, 1935 for Reich Minister of War Generalfeldmarschall Blomberg and was used until February 4, 1938. After Blomberg's dismissal in February 1938 by Adolf Hitler, Hitler himself assumed the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Wehrmacht. The command pennant was therefore no longer used and was replaced by the subsequent one.

Small plate made of brown Bakelite, diameter 85 mm, at center with embossed national eagle, view of the facility and inscription "Rosenheim 1942", at top with oak leaf decoration, swastikas and circumscription "Zur Erinnerung an meine Lazarettzeit" (In Memory of My Time in the Military Hospital), on reverse "Gewidmet von der Betriebsgemeinschaft Fa. A. Kathrein Fabr. elektr. Apparate Rosenheim a. Inn" (Dedicated by the Works Community of A. Kathrein Manufacturer of Electrical Apparatus Rosenheim on the Inn). Condition 2. A fine commemorative gift to all wounded soldiers, probably as a Christmas present 1942.

Woven construction, facing left and right, mounted on display card (easily removable), Condition 1.

0.5 liter glass stein, the pewter lid with artillery gun and personnel, condition 2.

0.5 liter glass stein, with humorous colored depiction “Der Zukunftsfunker” (The Future Radio Operator), the pewter lid with Wehrmacht steel helmet, condition 2.

45 x 34 cm, drawing by Wolfgang Willrich / Copyright 1943 by Verlag Grenze und Ausland, Berlin; unfolded, small tear at left margin, condition 2.

45 x 34 cm, drawing by Wolfgang Willrich / Copyright 1943 by Verlag Grenze und Ausland, Berlin. The sheet was mounted on cardboard during the period, unfolded, condition 2+.

Beer stein of glazed ceramic, 0.5 l capacity, with polychrome transfer print, inscription partially illegible, complete with new decorated pewter lid, condition 2.

Wood, approximately 89 cm long, carved with “Wilna Kurier u.Minsk, Molodetschno, 1942 Brjansk / Smolensk/ Minsk / Niewicz, 1942/43 Gomel 10.(P.E) Kr.Trsp.Abt.530, 1943 Orscha 3.Mai - 27. Juni”, condition 2.

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Small presentation ashtray made of aluminum, diameter 14 cm, with embossed dedication and decoration, in the center the SA emblem in oak leaf wreath with upright sword, circumferential inscription "Kriegsweihnacht 1939 - III. Btl. I.R. 271 (Feldherrnhalle) - Facsimile signature Major und Kommandeur", reverse with manufacturer marking "Lameyer & Sohn Hannover". Complete in original field post box, sender "Gefr. Adam Ter.. Feldpostn. 19240/6". Condition 2. Very rare.

circa 1940. Large vehicle pennant, at center large national eagle in particularly fine machine-embroidered execution in golden-yellow on field-gray cloth, surrounded by a gold metallic thread woven swastika braid. Complete with original nickel-plated metal frame, protective celluloid cover, mounted on the support rod, topped with finial in the form of an acorn. Overall height 41 cm, width 41 cm. Only very slight traces of use, in excellent condition.

Calendar measuring approximately 34 x 48.5 cm. The first pages of the calendar have been removed. Stained, creased, condition 2-.

Aluminum, Condition 2

Large-format presentation portfolio "To their departing first Commanding General General der Kavallerie Freiherr Kreß von Kressenstein in remembrance of the establishment of the XII. Armeekorps from the Officers of the General Command 6.10.1936-28.2.1938". The portfolio contains 5 fold-out map sections with explanations regarding the development of the Wehrkreis of the XII. Armeekorps. Condition 2.

Franz Freiherr Kreß von Kressenstein, born July 23, 1881 in Augsburg, died January 14, 1957 in Planegg. Entered the Bavarian Army in 1900 as Fahnenjunker, promoted to Leutnant in 1902. In World War I as Rittmeister, lastly as 1st General Staff Officer of the Bavarian Cavalry Division. Transferred to the Reichswehr, promoted to Oberstleutnant in 1926. From 1928 Commander of Reiter-Regiment 7. Promoted to Generalmajor in 1933 and Chief of Staff of Gruppenkommando 1. In 1935 Commander of the 14th Division and promoted to Generalleutnant. On October 1, 1936 promoted to General der Kavallerie and appointed Commanding General of the XII. Armeekorps and Commander in Wehrkreis XII, Wiesbaden. Retired from active service on February 28, 1938 with permission to wear the uniform of Reiter-Regiment 17.
Freiherr Kreß von Kressenstein died on January 14, 1957 in Planegg and was buried with full military honors.

circa 1939/40. Silver-plated Cu/Zn (copper/zinc), center mounted with black semi-precious stone, very fine depiction with bunker, anti-tank obstacle and inscription “Westwall”, decorated sides. Condition 2.

circa 1939/40. Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, very fine representation with bunker and inscription, decorated sides. Condition 2.

Wallet of brown leather with metal fittings, dimensions approximately 13 x 8 cm. Zipper non-functional, zipper partially loose, condition 2-.

Undershirt 10 pieces, R-B.Nr. 0/0761/0108, printed on cardboard, condition 2-.

circa 1938/39. The finial for the flags and standards of the German Wehrmacht, manufactured from aluminum; height 27.5 cm. On the base with artist's signature "P C", on the lower edge manufacturer's mark: "BILDGIESSEREI KRAAS BERLIN S 42". Condition 2+.

Wehrmacht finials are very rarely found. Most Wehrmacht standards were captured by the Red Army in May 1945. Many finials were heavily damaged or broken during the parade on Red Square and the throwing down of the standards before the Kremlin wall.

Booklet containing 10 coupons for gasoline-benzol mixture, issued by Zentralbüro für Mineralöl GmbH-Berlin, dated 1945, complete and unused.
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Wood approximately 87 cm long, carved "Wolchow 1943", Condition 2.

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Iron construction. On both sides, two applied facing Wehrmacht eagles, bandeau inscribed “Bahnhofswache”, with the unit designation “IV 30” applied above. Reverse side without fabric covering. Suspension chain is missing. Heavily worn, condition 2-3. One of the few original pieces.
The “Bahnhofswache” gorget was worn by Wehrmacht patrols at railway stations in the German Reich and occupied territories. Very rare.

circa 1936. Glass bottle with metal frame, printed on both sides, on the front a soldier with “In Memory of My Service Time”, on the reverse with inscription “Parole Heimat” (Password Homeland). Complete with screw cap and original patriotic carrying strap. Condition 2.

Wood, approx. 93 cm long, carved “Leningrad 1941-42”, Condition 2.

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Oil on canvas, posthumous knee-length portrait in uniform with Knight's Cross, Iron Cross 1st Class, Wound Badge in Black, General Assault Badge, Crimea Shield, and buttonhole ribbons for the Iron Cross 2nd Class and the Medal for the Winter Battle in the East. In the background, massive oak trees on the Baltic Sea cliff coast near Kiel. Signed and dated lower right “F. Dornbusch 1944”. In simple wooden frame, 138.5 x 88 cm. Verso with data on Petereit (1919 - 1942) and Friedrich Dornbusch. Max-Eugen Petereit fell on September 29, 1942 in the defensive battle at Neva, south of Lake Ladoga. On October 7, 1942, he was posthumously awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross 1939. Friedrich Dornbusch, born 1879, German painter and graphic artist, member of the Reich Chamber of Culture with number “M 8877”, initially worked on landscape paintings, later portraits, and was known for treating visionary subjects such as visits from the beyond or dances of death. He was also nephew of German landscape painter Rudolf Petereit and thus likely cousin of Max-Eugen Petereit depicted here. Dimensions Height 138cm x Width 88cm

circa 1936/38. Double-sided embroidered execution, dimensions (with fringe) 60 x 48 cm. On the obverse large Wehrmacht eagle in silver metallic thread execution in chain stitch embroidery on white ground. On the reverse the Reich War Flag in elaborate sewn execution, surrounding silver fringe. At the top the 3 attachment straps for the fanfare are present. Light signs of use, in good condition.

Dimensions approx. 34 x 24 cm, in the center the large national eagle in golden yellow on field-gray cloth, surrounded by a gold woven swastika braid made of Cellon. The metal frame and protective cover are missing. Light signs of use, condition 2-.

circa 1938. The Infantry standard on both sides in printed execution with surrounding fringe, dimensions 16 x 16 cm. Light signs of use, Condition 2.