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GEORGIA STATE SEAL CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE BUTTON 3

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 896)

Excellent condition non dug Georgia state seal Confederate Civil War coat button lot of 3, measuring 24mm in diameter. Has a brass back and a blackmark of Van Wart Son & Co. Perfectly straight and solid shank with excellent gilt and very high detailed stamping.

GEORGIA STATE SEAL CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE BUTTON 3

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 896)

Excellent condition non dug Georgia state seal Confederate Civil War coat button lot of 3, measuring 24mm in diameter. Has a brass back and a blackmark of Van Wart Son & Co. Perfectly straight and solid shank with excellent gilt and very high detailed stamping.

CIVIL WAR VIRGINIA COAT BUTTON W.G. MINTZER PHILD

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 896)

Civil War Virginia coat button lot of two. Non dug. 100% gold plate. W.G. Mintzer Phild back mark. 23 mm. Both are complete with shanks, Excellent

CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE RIFLEMAN R BUTTON VAN WART

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 896)

A very fine example of a 2 piece Civil War period Confederate Rifleman "R" button. This example has a backmark that reads " VAN WART . SON & CO. * ". Button measures 22.33mm. Button has nearly all of its original gilded finish remaining.

CIVIL WAR SOUTH CAROLINA & FEDERAL BUTTON LOT

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 896)

Civil War Button lot to include 1) This is an attractive Civil War era South Carolina state seal uniform button. This is the style listed as SC16 in Albert's book and SC264a1 in Tice's Book. It has fine detail to the face of the button and traces of gold through the beautiful patina. On the back the shank is complete and you can clearly see the correct Civil War backmark of "VAN WART SON & Co.". Van Wart manufactured buttons in England for the Confederacy. 2) 4 Federal Eagle Cap buttons of various backmarks in excellent condition.

CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE CROSS OF MILITARY SERVICE

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 896)

Cross of Military Service Medal by the United Daughters of the Confederacy medal with original silk ribbon with minor seperations. Excellent

CIVIL WAR M-1862 MERRILL NAVY RIFLE BAYONET 1862

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 896)

These are very RARE! Just about the longest sword bayonet used in the U.S. Civil War, with a 25 1/2" blade and overall length of 30 1/4". This was made for the M-1862 MERRILL NAVY RIFLE, and features a ribbed brass solid grip, including the muzzle ring and cross guard. The top of the grip shows serial number 7960 and the ricasso of the blade is clearly dated 1862.

CIVIL WAR M-1862 MERRILL NAVY RIFLE BAYONET 1862

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 896)

These are very RARE! Just about the longest sword bayonet used in the U.S. Civil War, with a 25 1/2" blade and overall length of 30 1/4". This was made for the M-1862 MERRILL NAVY RIFLE, and features a ribbed brass solid grip, including the muzzle ring and cross guard. The top of the grip shows serial number 19539 and the ricasso of the blade is clearly dated 1862.

EXQUISITE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR CARVED WALKING CANE

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 896)

Exquisite wood walking stick with a Spanish American War themed engraving measuring a total of 33 inches long. Cane shows pivotal moments and historical figures during the War such as the attack on San Juan Hill and Teddy Roosevelt's charge. The cane also has ships from the White Fleet and key figures of the war including President McKinley, Admiral George Dewey, General Nelson A. Miles, Admiral Winfield Scott Schley and Major General William Rufus Shafter. There is also engravings of several Naval soldiers and the battleship USS Oregon and other battle motifs. Excellent

PATRIOTIC CIVIL WAR 4 PAGE LETTER FRAMED

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 896)

Civil War 4 page letter and was written at Benton Barracks St. Louis MO. and is dated Apr. 19th 1965. "Mary, since my leave taking with my very good friends in Douglas. Stirring events full of interest, having a decisive bearing upon the future of the American people, have followed each other in quick succession since then, Petersburg and Richmond have been evacuated; Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia, the main [?] and stay of the rebellion from the beginning, have been compelled to surrender, on terms which the boasted General and rebel Chief had no hand in arranging; but which were wholly dictated by our noble Grant. Johnston has been headed off, and prevented from cooperating with Lee and most probably compelled to surrender on similar terms; Mobile has been invested and her chief defenses rested from the hands of the Rebels, success has crowns our arms, and Victory has perched upon our banners everywhere immense quantities of stores, munitions or war of all kinds have been captured from the Rebels or destroyed; thousands of prisoners have been captured ; and the rebel army has been almost annihilated. While the rebel leaders, those heinous plotters of treason have been captured or compelled to fly for refuse from place to place. These events were just cause for rejoicing, for the good, loyal and patriotic, all over this once peaceful, happy, free, but recently bloodstained land, and not less gratifying to the lovers of human freedom everywhere. Accordingly many of the Governors of States had issued proclamations appointing days for Thanksgiving and rejoicing. In the midst of this general joy, the dispatches on the eighth detailing the death of President Lincoln and the attempt to assassinate Secretary Stewart fell of the jubilee mind like a streak of lightning on a clear day. The people of Missouri and St.. Louis have made large preparations for celebrating our victories, but what was intended for a day of joy was changed into a day of sorrow and deep morning. All business was suspended. The grief stricken people hither and thither in mournful silence flags all over the city were lowered to half mast and draped in mourning him. The entire city was clad in the habiliments grief. In this condition it remains still today as you are aware the funeral services of the late President are being attended to in Washington and doubtless in every city, town and village, of the whole country. business is suspended and the people are mourning the loss of one of the greatest, wisest and best men that ever lived to bless humanity with his labors; mourning him with silent tears, and with public manifestations of grief. I never felt to mourn the loss of a public man before. Great men, good men, patriotic men have died before, taken away by disease, or been slain in battle, nobly contending for our country, but how horrible! that the good, the patriotic Lincoln should be thus basely, foully assassinated. Often within the last few days I found myself repressing my tears, or rather wiping away tears that I could not repress. The best man of the age, foully shot. His only crime that he loved his country. No provocation but t hat he did all in his power for every one who is not an enemy to his country. The very head and front of his offending was that he was our common friend, the friend of all patriots. Basely murdered in the midst of his great good public services. Many hearts have been melted and tears have flown freely from the eyes of brave men who on the battlefield have marched with unblanched cheek and steady nerve into the very jaws of death have been all unstrung by the recital of this sad, sad news. it is enough, more than enough, to overwhelm us with grief. They have killed our president, but they can never undo his works. The rebellion is crushed. The wheel of revolution has made a complete circuit and can never be turned backwards. Revolutions never go backward. Though his death is an irreparable loss to us, it is no gain to any rebel. He was the Southern man's best friend as well as ours. God help, Andy Johnson to be a good president, like Lincoln; and save our country from traitors, is my earnest prayer. Mary, I have not written anything that I intended to write, but it is now too late to modify or rewrite. Goodbye. HST. Letter is housed in a double sided glass frame measuring 21 X 17 inches. Excellent

CIVIL WAR 1st LIGHT ARTLLERY MEMORIAL W/ CDV IMAGE

Lot #10a (Sale Order 11 of 896)

Civil War Memorial named to a member of the 1st Ohio Light Artillery. The memorial has a CDV image of Corporal John T. Lucas. Residence was not listed; 18 years old. Enlisted on 8/11/1862 as a Private. On 8/11/1862 he mustered into "Batty H" Co. OH 1st Light Artillery He was Mustered Out on 6/14/1865 at Cleveland, OH. First Light Artillery. The memorial measures 21 X 17 1/2 inches listing the battles he served in. The lithograph to it's border shows famous commanders of the Civil War with a battle scene to the center and a large Federal Eagle resting on a Federal Shield. (Three Years' Service.) Cols., James Barnett, Charles S.Cotter; Lieut.-Cols., William H. Hayward, Walter E. Lawrence; Majs., Seymour Race, William P. Israel, Andrew J. Konkle, Warren P. Edgarton, Daniel T. Cockerill, Frederick Schultz, Wilbur F. Goodspeed. This regiment was organized at Ravenna, Cincinnati, Camp Dennison, Cleveland, Columbus and Camp Chase from Aug. 6, 1861, to June 4, 1862, to serve for three years. Battery A left in Sept., 1861, for Louisville, Ky., receiving its equipment at Cincinnati while on the march. It made several laborious marches during its first year of service, but it did not participate in actual hostilities until the fall of 1862, when at Dog Walk, Ky., a portion of the battery was engaged. It performed effective service throughout the entire battle at Stone's river until the last gun was disabled by a shot from the enemy, and then the officers and men aided in working other batteries on the field. It participated in the movement on Tullahoma, fought at Hoover's and Liberty gaps, and accompanied Gen. McCook over Sand mountain. It took part in the battle of Chickamauga and did some of its best fighting on those eventful days, but not without the loss of 17 men killed and wounded. It entered Chattanooga with the army and aided in the defense of that place. It reenlisted, and after the 30-days' veteran furlough returned and participated in the whole of the Atlanta campaign. From Atlanta it went back to Chattanooga and thence to Columbia, at which point it was engaged with the Confederates under Gen. Hood. Battery B was mustered into the service Oct. 8, 1861 with an aggregate strength of 147 men. By order of Gen. O. M. Mitchel it left Cincinnati to report to Gen. George H. Thomas, then in command at Camp Dick Robinson, Ky. The first experience it had in the field was a brisk little affair at Camp Wild Cat, in which it fired 12 rounds and silenced one of the enemy's guns. It took part in the battle of Mill Springs and performed very effective service. At the battle of Perryville it had a position on the right wing of the army, but was not engaged. On Dec. 26 it moved with its brigade and division toward Murfreesboro, skirmishing heavily with the enemy in and around La Vergne. It bore its part throughout the battle of Stone's river, losing 17 men, killed, wounded and missing, and 21 horses killed. It remained near Murfreesboro up to June 24 and then joined in the advance of the Federal forces on Tullahoma, marching with the left in Gen. Crittenden's corps. On the second day of the battle of Chickamauga the battery was charged by a large body of the enemy, but succeeded at first in beating them off; but a second charge overwhelmed the battery and it was compelled to leave 2 of its guns in the hands of the foe. In this charge several members of the battery were wounded and captured. The battery was cooped up with the rest of the army in Chattanooga, suffering all the privations of that siege, and participated in the battle at that place. Battery C was organized and mustered into the U. S. service on Oct. 8, 1861, and left camp under orders to report to Gen. George H. Thomas at Camp Dick Robinson Ky. It joined the expedition which resulted in the battle of Mill Springs and the defeat of the Confederate Gen. Zollicoffer, there doing some effective firing. In the advance of the army on Corinth the battery was almost incessantly engaged, performing some of the most arduous duty of the campaign. At Chickamauga it fought under the immediate eye of Gen. Thomas and received a verbal compliment from that officer on the field of battle, its loss there being 13 men, 30 horses, and 1 gun dismounted. It fell back with the army into Chattanooga and was thereafter engaged in the battle of Missionary ridge. At the close of this campaign it re-enlisted, was furloughed home, and in March, 1864, again reported for duty. It started with the army on the Atlanta campaign, and was engaged in the battles of Resaca, Cassville, Peachtree creek and siege of Atlanta, losing in this campaign 20 men killed and wounded. In November it started with Sherman's army on the Savannah campaign, and encamped in the city of Savannah on Dec. 22. In Jan., 1865 it started on the campaign through the Carolinas and was engaged at Averasboro and Bentonville. Battery D was mustered into the U. S. service Oct. 17, 1861, with an aggregate of 150 men. It reported t

CIVIL WAR SURGEON'S PRESENTATION CASE

Lot #11 (Sale Order 12 of 896)

Civil War Surgeon's Kit in Presentation Case. Wood presentation case made of maple with walnut bottom is in excellent condition measuring 16 1/2 X 4 7/8 X 2 1/4 inches. There is an inlaid plaque to the top front but is difficult to read.

MODEL 1812-1813 N. P. STARR CAVALRY SABER SWORD

Lot #12 (Sale Order 13 of 896)

Early Nathan Starr contract cavalry saber or sword with scabbard. This piece was part of the 1812-1813 Starr contract for 10,000 sabers. The blade is flat, no fuller, measures 33 3/4", and is pitted throughout its length. The markings are visible however, "P / H.P.P. / N. STARR " which are the correct markings for this particular model. Iron guard and pommel have a nice old brown patina, leather grips are in good condition. Scabbard has a couple of very small dents with a nice even patina. Excellent

PRE CIVIL WAR EAGLE HEAD POMMEL SWORD W/ SCABBARD

Lot #13 (Sale Order 14 of 896)

Pre Civil War brass hilt eagle head pommel sword with engraved blade with blue pannels. The flat embellished kuncklebow is typical of this time period. The languets on the obverse side has a large spread-winged American Eagle with a federal shield upon its chest. The grip is bone with a ribbed pattern. The blade measures 31 1/2 inches long with blue panels and gilded floral motifs. Sword is overall 38 inches long with no serious condition issues

CIVIL WAR 1862 DTD CAVALRY SWORD by D. J. MILLARD

Lot #14 (Sale Order 15 of 896)

Produced under the smallest government contract for sabers (10,000) by the D. J. Millard Company’s manufacturing center in Clayville, New York, this early production weapon is a M-1860 Light Cavalry saber. Considered a lighter, more maneuverable weapon than its predecessor the M-1840 Wristbreaker, the light cavalry saber weighed about 3 ½ pounds in the scabbard. The blade length measures 35”, width is just over an inch wide with a wide fuller 27” long and the narrow fuller 18¼” long. Marked on the reverse ricasso is the maker’s address “D. J. MILLARD / CLAYVILLE N.Y.” Obverse ricasso shows fine and clear government stampings of “US / C.E.W. (inspector Charles E. Wilson) / 1862”. It exhibits some minor areas of scattered dark spots where it has been handled in the past. Brass domed pommel cap is tight and its brim exhibits government inspector’s marks “C.E.W.” in two locations. Brass hilt wears a pleasing, bronze patina overall and is tight to the handle. Still has its original leather washer. The grooved, center-swell grip features bridle leather wrap in very good original condition with no rips or tears. Brass wire wrap is original and still very tight. Steel scabbard is in very good condition with minor pitting throughout. Scabbard has acquired a handsome dark patina. Drag exhibits no wear.

CIVIL WAR US NAVY CUTLASS M1860 DR INSPECTED 1862

Lot #15 (Sale Order 16 of 896)

Civil War U.S. Navy cutlass. This US MODEL 1860 cutlass is in good condition with leather covered wooden grip, large brass guard showing some damage. The blade is marked "U.S.N. D.R. 1862" the other side of the blade is marked "Ames Mfg. Co Chicopee Mass" within a scroll. The blade at one point has been chromed that has started to peal. Very Good

CIVIL WAR VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY CAVALRY SWORD

Lot #16 (Sale Order 17 of 896)

What a great piece of Virginia history! This is the sword that collectors refer to as the Virginia Manufactory sword. These were initially made by the state of Virginia so they wouldn't have to rely on the North or foreign markets for weapons. They were initially produced in the early part of the 1800's. They have a very distinctive iron guard and backstrap. It has the blade that measures 34-1/2 inches in overall length. The blade has double Fuller's on each side of the long sweeping blade as you can see in the pictures. The sword is completely unmarked. The iron hand guard has the beautiful classic lines of the Virginia made cavalry saber. The backstrap is still present and holding the parts together. The backstrap is the rounded style that lets us know this is the 2nd model of cavalry saber made by Virginia. The grip of the sword is in beautiful untouched condition. Many of these swords were modified with a drop point as this one is and pressed into Confederate service during the Civil War. It is entirely likely that it was used by one of the Confederates fighting in the Virginia area. Only about 10,000 of these Virginia Manufactory swords were produced.

CIVIL WAR VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY CAVALRY SWORD

Lot #17 (Sale Order 18 of 896)

What a great piece of Virginia history! This is the sword that collectors refer to as the Virginia Manufactory sword. These were initially made by the state of Virginia so they wouldn't have to rely on the North or foreign markets for weapons. They were initially produced in the early part of the 1800's. They have a very distinctive iron guard and backstrap. It has the blade that measures 34-1/2 inches in overall length. The blade has double Fuller's on each side of the long sweeping blade as you can see in the pictures. The sword is completely unmarked. The iron hand guard has the beautiful classic lines of the Virginia made cavalry saber. The backstrap is still present and holding the parts together. The backstrap is the rounded style that lets us know this is the 2nd model of cavalry saber made by Virginia. The grip of the sword is in beautiful untouched condition. Many of these swords were pressed into Confederate service during the Civil War. It is entirely likely that it was used by one of the Confederates fighting in the Virginia area. Only about 10,000 of these Virginia Manufactory swords were produced.

CIVIL WAR M1851OFFICER'S SWORD BELT AND BUCKLE

Lot #17a (Sale Order 19 of 896)

Civil War officer belt rig. Belt is approximately 1.5" wide. Rectangular officers plate with small size tongue. The plate and keeper are unmarked. One sword hanger is present with the rare over the shoulder strap. Good condition for being 150 years old

PRE CIVIL WAR EAGLE HEAD POMMEL SWORD

Lot #18 (Sale Order 20 of 896)

Pre Civil War brass hilt eagle head pommel sword with engraved blade with blue pannels. The flat embellished kuncklebow is typical of this time period but is a little loose. The languets on the obverse side has a large Roman helmet with gladiator sword. The grip is bone with a ribbed pattern. The blade measures 31 1/2 inches long with blue panels and gilded floral motifs.

PRE CIVIL WAR EAGLE HEAD POMMEL SWORD

Lot #19 (Sale Order 21 of 896)

Pre Civil War brass hilt eagle head pommel sword with engraved blade. The flat embellished kuncklebow is typical of this time period but is a little loose. The languets on the obverse side has Medusa. The grip is bone with a ribbed pattern. The blade measures 32 inches long with floral motifs.

PRE CIVIL WAR HORSTMANN EAGLE HEAD POMMEL SWORD

Lot #19a (Sale Order 22 of 896)

Pre Civil War brass hilt eagle head pommel sword with 28 1/2" engraved blade with blue pannels. Thw sword has a floral decorated knucklebow with Federal eagle on clam shell. Blade is bright and retains gold wash on engraving in blue panels. There is a knights head makers mark on the ricasso. The grip is grooved bone. The scabbard is brass and is engraved with geometric designs. The scabbard is stamped Horstmann. It has two hanging rings as well as a frog stud. 33" overall. Very Good-Excellent

INDIAN WOODEN WAR BATTLE CLUB IROQUOIS NEW YORK

Lot #20 (Sale Order 23 of 896)

Early Indian Wooden War Club measuring 16 inches tall that looks to by Iroquois from New York. Club is well balanced and absolutely brutal in design.

WWI US M1918 BRASS KNUCKLE KNIFE WWI NO SCABBARD

Lot #21 (Sale Order 24 of 896)

M1918 knuckle knife of unknown origin. The knife is completely sterile and the blade is of a thinner gauge than most blade as seen in WWI specimens but it does have legitimate age and wear to the piece. Overall size is 11 1/2 inches. Excellent

CIVIL WAR P. S. JUSTICE MODEL 1840 CAVALRY SABER

Lot #22 (Sale Order 25 of 896)

The Model 1840 cavalry saber, commonly referred to as "The Old Wristbreaker", was indeed one of the 'tried and true' military edged weapons used by U.S. mounted forces before and during the Civil War. Most likely a German import by the Philadelphia, PA arms dealer Philip S. Justice, the edged weapon presented here has German design characteristics and quality such as the cord wrapped wooden handle with its symmetrical taper and fine blade casting and grinding. The steel blade is curved, has a flat, wide back and is single-edged with just a slight false edge. This sword, also called a dragoon heavy cavalry saber, measures 35 7/8" long with an integral wide fuller 26 ½" long and a narrow fuller some 18 1/8" long. Weighing 4½ lbs., including the steel scabbard, the blade on this wristbreaker has the straight two-line stamp of "P. S. JUSTICE / PHILADA" on the reverse ricasso. Obverse ricasso is unmarked. Hefty steel blade is straight and exhibits a handsome, bright finish. The heavy, two-branch brass guard is in good condition with the hilt a rich, bronze patina overall. Grips are good and have a wooden handle that is loose to the tang from wood shrinkage. Grips covered with cording and wrapped with thin black bridal leather. Saber has a brass pommel cap in the Phrygian design with a pommel brim that exhibits no inspector marks. Brass pommel and hilt of the sword all wear a pleasing patina. Heavy iron scabbard is unadorned and has acquired a dark, patina with scattered areas of moderate pitting. Brazed seam of the scabbard seam is visible along its length. Both sword mounts are tight and retain the original suspension rings. Upper ring mount shows heavy wear due to the rig being belted and worn much during the war. Drag has no visible markings. A handsome, heavy cavalry saber with its good looks would compliment any edged weapon collection or cavalry display.

CIVIL WAR M1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD BY AMES MINT

Lot #23 (Sale Order 26 of 896)

Overall sword remains in fine + condition. Blade is fine with nice etching on both sides. The shark skin grip is very fine. The original blued steel brass mounted scabbard is very fine and retains 99% of its original blue that has turned to a lovely plumb color. Overall a near mint looking example. Sword measures 37 3/4" in scabbard. Ricasso & hilt are marked Ames Mfg. Co. Chicopee Mass.

M1840 INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD BY N.P. AMES MINT

Lot #24 (Sale Order 27 of 896)

This is a beautiful M1840 foot officer's sword by N.P. Ames of Springfield Mass. Brass hilt with obverse guard is fixed while the reverse can fold down. The one piece silver faux wire wrapped grip is exquisitely crafted giving the appearance of a separately wrapped handle. The 32 ¼" straight very bright blade is etched for 2/3 of its length with panoplies of arms, floral/scroll motifs and an eagle with riband and motto on the obverse. Also a panel at the base of the blade above the ricasso etched "N. P. Ames Cutler Springfield". The obverse of the blade includes floral/scroll motifs interspersed with panoplies of arms and flags and a American Eagle with E. Pluribus Unum in it's talley. The reverse of the blade is etched with a leaf and vine motif with US with coat of arms and a native American. All engraving is highlighted with profusely applied hand engraved details. The all brass scabbard is deeply chased and engraved with scroll and geometric motifs with a Federal Eagle and shield. Brass carrying rings show minor wear. Near Mint!

CIVIL WAR MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SWORD 1864 AMES

Lot #25 (Sale Order 28 of 896)

Very nice original Ames Model 1860 Cavalry sword with scabbard. Has 34 1/2" bright blade that is marked on one side of ricasso " Ames MFG Co. Chicopee Mass" and on the other side "U.S. G.K.C. 1864". Also has inspectors mark J.F. on pommel. Hilt is tight to blade and retains original washer. Knuckle bow is still very solid and true. Has leather grip with some chipping. Scabbard is in nice condition. A fine example f this Civil war sword. About 41" overall. Very Good-Excellent

N.P. AMES MODEL 1832 FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD 1841

Lot #26 (Sale Order 29 of 896)

Nice original Model 1832 N.P. Ames Foot Artillery Sword and scabbard. Sword is marked at ricasso with Eagle and N.P. Ames Springfield on one side and United States 1841 WS on the other. W.S. stands for William Smith who was a U.S. Armory Inspector from 1828-1841. 19" blade is fullered on both sides and has a gray patina. Hilt is cast brass with fish scale grip and Federal Eagle on either side of the pommel. It is affixed blade with three rivets, and is peened at the pommel. The leather scabbard is sound and has a brass throat with frog stud and brass chape. A very nice example of this sword. Very Good

PRE CIVIL WAR U.S. MILITIA OFFICER'S SWORD

Lot #27 (Sale Order 30 of 896)

U.S. Militia officer's sword and scabbard with brass hilt, Indian princess pommel, grip has pearl plaques with single strand of brass wire, shell guard with spread eagle, etched blade, marked "SHANNON MILLER & CRANE, N.Y." on reverse ricasso, overall L34 1/2" blade L29 with an all brass scabbard with little to no damage.

CIVIL WAR AMES M1860 OFFICER'S DRESS SWORD

Lot #28 (Sale Order 31 of 896)

This is the standard Union Officer's Dress or Parade Sword Model 1860, issued during the Civil War. It has a very nice partially etched 29" blade with foliage designs, which is marked on the ricasso by the maker: AMES MFG. CO. CHICOPEE MASS. Ames was one of the major manufacturers of Swords used before and During the Civil War. They made many swords in their factory, which was well-equipped to forge any type of edged weapon. The edged design has U.S. on one side along with other military designs. The sword measures 35 3/4" overall, and the hilt and "shell" Guard are of gilded brass and the grip is wire bound sharkskin. It also features a partial "fold-away" guard on one side, which would allow it to rest more comfortably on the left hip. It comes in its original decorated brass mounted steel scabbard, with its original blued finish that is starting to turn to plum. Scabbard is straight, with minor dents. Excellent

CIVIL WAR US NAVY CUTLASS M1860 DR INSPECTED 1862

Lot #29 (Sale Order 32 of 896)

Civil War U.S. Navy cutlass. This US MODEL 1860 cutlass is in good condition with leather covered wooden grip with some original wire wrapping, large brass guard showing some damage. The blade is marked "U.S.N. D.R. 1862" the other side of the blade is marked "Ames Mfg. Co Chicopee Mass" within a scroll. The blade at one point has been chromed that has started to peal. Very Good

M1860 PRESENTATION FIELD & STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD

Lot #30 (Sale Order 33 of 896)

Presentation grade U.S. Model 1860 staff & field officer's sword in excellent condition. The following are the specifications of this stunning antique sword: Straight 31 inch blade with 16 1/2 inch dual panels etched with florals and panoplies, spread eagle and NG for National Guard; Gilt brass hilt of standard pattern with folding counterguard; cast gilded brass hilt with silver handle. Chromed three-ring scabbard, the brass mounts molded with scrollwork. Overall near excellent condition

CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S CAVALRY SWORD ENGRAVED BLADE

Lot #31 (Sale Order 34 of 896)

Civil War US Cavalry Officer's Sword measuring 42 1/2 inches long with standard floral and military motifs with a large US on the double engraved blade. The blade is graying with some spotting but nothing too serious. Hilt retains a beautiful, uncleaned patina. Sword grips exhibit the typical swelled rayskin covered handle with three-strand, twisted brass wire wrapped around the handle. The fine looking, plated, steel scabbard with brass mounts and is free of dents and dings. The two ring mounts are tight and hold two sword rings. The guard is bent as seen in the photos but no cracks are present. There also is two holes from a presentation plaque that once was on the scabbard. Excellent

MODEL 1812-1813 N. P. STARR CAVALRY SABER SWORD

Lot #32 (Sale Order 35 of 896)

Early Nathan Starr contract cavalry saber or sword with scabbard. This piece was part of the 1812-1813 Starr contract for 10,000 sabers. The blade is flat, no fuller, measures 33 3/4", and is pitted throughout its length. The markings are visible however, "US / P / JN / N. STARR " which are the correct markings for this particular model. Iron guard and pommel have a nice old brown patina, grips are in good condition. Excellent

FREDERICK THE GREAT MINIATURE PORTRAIT PAINTING

Lot #32d (Sale Order 36 of 896)

Beautiful hand painted portrait on bone of Frederick II. This portrait measures 3 3/4 X 3 3/4 in the frame of this 19th century work. This portrait is guaranteed to be at least 200 years old and excellent condition. Frederick II (German: Friedrich; 24 January 1712 – 17 August 1786) was King of Prussia from 1740 until 1786, the longest reign of any Hohenzollern king. His most significant accomplishments during his reign included his military victories, his reorganization of Prussian armies, his patronage of the arts and the Enlightenment in Prussia, and his final success against great odds in the Seven Years' War. Frederick was the last titled King in Prussia and declared himself King of Prussia after achieving full sovereignty for all historical Prussian lands. Prussia had greatly increased its territories and became a leading military power in Europe under his rule. He became known as Frederick the Great (Friedrich der Große) and was affectionately nicknamed Der Alte Fritz ("Old Fritz") by the Prussian and later by all German people. In his youth, Frederick was more interested in music and philosophy than the art of war. Nonetheless, upon ascending to the Prussian throne, he attacked Austria and claimed Silesia during the Silesian Wars, winning military acclaim for himself and Prussia. Toward the end of his reign, Frederick physically connected most of his realm by acquiring Polish territories in the First Partition of Poland. He was an influential military theorist whose analysis emerged from his extensive personal battlefield experience and covered issues of strategy, tactics, mobility and logistics. Considering himself "the first servant of the state", Frederick was a proponent of enlightened absolutism. He modernized the Prussian bureaucracy and civil service and pursued religious policies throughout his realm that ranged from tolerance to segregation. He reformed the judicial system and made it possible for men not of noble stock to become judges and senior bureaucrats. Frederick also encouraged immigrants of various nationalities and faiths to come to Prussia. Some critics, however, point out his oppressive measures against conquered Polish subjects during the First Partition. Frederick supported arts and philosophers he favored, as well as allowing complete freedom of the press and literature. Frederick is buried at his favorite residence, Sanssouci in Potsdam. Because he died childless, Frederick was succeeded by his nephew, Frederick William II, son of his brother, Augustus William. Nearly all 19th-century German historians made Frederick into a romantic model of a glorified warrior, praising his leadership, administrative efficiency, devotion to duty and success in building up Prussia to a great power in Europe. Historian Leopold von Ranke was unstinting in his praise of Frederick's "Heroic life, inspired by great ideas, filled with feats of arms ... immortalized by the raising of the Prussian state to the rank of a power." Johann Gustav Droysen was even more extolling. Frederick remained an admired historical figure through the German Empire's defeat in the First World War, and the Nazis glorified him as a great German leader pre-figuring Hitler, but his reputation in both East and West Germany became far less favorable after the fall of the Nazi regime, largely due to his status as a favorite icon of the Nazis. However, by the 21st century, a re-evaluation of his legacy as a great warrior and enlightened monarch returned opinion of him to favor

PORTRAIT FRENCH ARISTOCRAT WITH SWORD 1685-1764

Lot #32e (Sale Order 37 of 896)

Named portrait Circa 1700's. The fancy dressed Aristocrat who sports a sword in his right hand and wears a tricorn hat.. Portrait measures 3 X 3 1/2 inches and 5 1/4 X 6 3/4 overall. Portrait is named on the reverse but I simply can't read it. This and several other portraits in this auction on bone were purchased by a local family in 1964 while in Europe on vacation. This portrait is guaranteed to be at least 200 years old and excellent condition.

FRENCH OFFICER PORTRAIT W/ MEDALS ORDER ST. LOUIS

Lot #32f (Sale Order 38 of 896)

French restoration period officer wearing a black military uniform Jacket. He wears the Military Order of St. Louis. Decoration of The Lily and the Legion of Honor. Image measures 2 1/2 X 2 inches and 6 1/2 X 5 1/4 overall. This and several other portraits on bone were purchased by a local family in 1964 while in Europe on vacation. This portrait is guaranteed to be at least 200 years old and in excellent condition. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis (French: Ordre Royal et Militaire de Saint-Louis) was a military Order of Chivalry founded on 5 April 1693 by Louis XIV and named after Saint Louis (Louis IX). It was intended as a reward for exceptional officers, and is notable as the first decoration that could be granted to non-nobles. It is a predecessor of the Légion d'honneur (Legion of Honour), with which it shares the red ribbon (though the Légion d'honneur is awarded to military personnel and civilians alike). King Louis XVIII arrived in Paris on 3 May with his brother Charles de Bourbon, Comte d’Artois, the future Charles X. It was then that little medals with the image of the new king and fleurs de lys, on white ribbons, began to circulate to reassure and appease the Paris population. Decoration of The Lily: One of the comte d’Artois's orders of the day, on 26 April 1814, created the Décoration du Lys for the garde nationale of Paris as "a perpetual sign of the services it has rendered, whether in fighting for their homes and, charged alone on the night of 30 March with ensuring Paris's guard and safety, preserving the king's capital for the king and the goods, lives and honour of so many families, or - when occupying posts beside those of the troops of the line - it rendered them an example of devotion and sacrifice, or when - despite this painful service - it acted as the maison militaire du Roi and granted the royal family the satisfaction of, for their guard, not being surrounded by the French." By an order of the day on 9 May 1814, king Louis XVIII approved the creation of the Décoration du Lys, extending it to all the gardes nationales of France. It was awarded to the national guards after they took the following oath - "I swear fidelity to God, and to the King, forever" The granting of the Décoration du Lys induced the grant of an official patent. Assuring the loyalty of the social elite to the new monarchy thanks to this simple honour, the award of the Décoration du Lys would be extended again and again, quickly starting to be awarded in all France's regions then royal officials granted them successively to generals, ministers, prefects, and finally even mayors. It was banned during the Hundred Days, then reinstated on the Second Restoration, only to be suppressed once and for all by an ordinance of Louis Philippe on 10 February 1831. The Legion of Honour, or in full the National Order of the Legion of Honour (French: Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur), is a French order established by Napoleon Bonaparte on 19 May 1802. The Order is the highest decoration in France and is divided into five degrees of increasing distinction: Chevalier (Knight), Officier (Officer), Commandeur (Commander), Grand Officier (Grand Officer) and Grand Croix (Grand Cross). The order's motto is "Honneur et Patrie" ("Honour and Fatherland") and its seat is the Palais de la Légion d'Honneur on the left bank of the River Seine in Paris

CIVIL WAR M 1840 NCO SWORD AMES 1855 DATED

Lot #33 (Sale Order 39 of 896)

M1840 NCO Sword marked Ames Mfg. Co. Chicopee Mass with US "A.D.K." 1855 on reverse ricasso. 28" blade, 34" overall length. Heavy patina on the handle and guard, missing scabbard, blade shows age and patina as well. Guard marked R.H.K.W. Good

CIVIL WAR MODEL 1840 NCO SWORD

Lot #33a (Sale Order 40 of 896)

The sword has a 32" blade and is 38". Markings are worn off the ricasso. Blade has light a pitting and rust , but may clean up better. The hilt is cast brass and is marked 66 in two places. No scabbard. Good

CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE ID'ed GEORGIA MADE SWORD

Lot #33b (Sale Order 41 of 896)

This sword appears to be a copy of a US Model 1840 Cavalry sword. The blade is 29 1/4" long and 1 1/4" wide at ricasso. It looks like the ricasso markings were ground off. The fuller is stopped. The knuckle bow and pommel are crudely cast. The wrap is leather with braided brass wire. Only markings are lightly scratched into back of knucklebow "77th Alabama". Missing leather washer and scabbard. Hilt has play to blade. 35", Good

CIVIL WAR M 1840 NCO SWORD AMES 1864 w/ SCABBARD

Lot #34 (Sale Order 42 of 896)

M1840 NCO Sword marked Ames Mfg. Chicopee Mass. and U.S. "GKC" 1864 on reverse ricasso. 32" blade, 39" overall length. Guard marked GWC. Partial leather scabbard with brass throat, blade very good, patina on handle.

BEAUTIFUL 1820's AMERICAN EAGLE HEAD SWORD

Lot #35 (Sale Order 43 of 896)

Hilt Is brass with bone handle, blade is 30" long and 1 1/4" wide. Blade is engraved half way with floral designs, and stands of arms. The hilt is tight. Hairline crack in bone handle, and light pitting on blade. Brass hilt and eagle have nice detail. - Very Good

CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY ENLISTED NCO SWORD W/ SCABBARD

Lot #36 (Sale Order 44 of 896)

Mid 19th Century Artillery enlisted / NCO sword that is completely sterile of any makers marks measuring 38 1/2 inches overall with a 32 inch slight curved single fullered blade. Brass hilt. Wire-wrapped leather grip. Iron scabbard with two mounting rings. Very good. Blade with an overall very good.

EARLY IRON 16th - 18TH CENTURY HALBERD

Lot #37 (Sale Order 45 of 896)

Very early pole arm dating from the late 1600's to 1700's. Very similar in design to known examples from Scandinavia in the 16th century. The head of the Halberd measures 36" to top of spike by 9 1/2" wide. It appears to be hand forged. It has 2 stabilizing straps (One broken) attached to the pole that are about 19" each. Overall it is about 96" with a 62" wood pole. A very nice example of an early pole arm. Very Good

KROPATSCHEK BAYONET MADE BY STEYR IN 1886 BY STEYR

Lot #37a (Sale Order 46 of 896)

Austrian (Steyr) manufactured bayonet for the Model 1886 Kropatshek rifle sold to Portugal in the 1886 to 1894 period. Original condition, Steyr marking on ricasso. Maker marking on spine 1886 Syeyr. Bayonet serial number D263 on crossguard. Frog stud has Austrian CE over WG. Excellent

GAR STAFF OFFICER SWORD & SCABBARD HORSEMAN

Lot #38 (Sale Order 47 of 896)

Grand Army of the Republic / GAR sword in the form of a Civil War staff officer's sword with leather grip, wire wrapped, and GAR guard with federal eagle on the pommel. Marked "Horseman Bros. Philadelphia. 29 1/2" blade 36" overall length. Scabbard has age wear, blade is excellent.

CIVIL WAR ENLISTED LIGHT ARTILLERY SWORD 1862

Lot #39 (Sale Order 48 of 896)

Civil War Model 1840 Light Artillery Sword. 31 ¼-inch blade marked "US / L.D / 1862." markings are very faint on the obverse ricasso. Brass hilt. Wire-wrapped leather grip. Blade with an overall bright finish due to cleaning the sword.

INDIAN WARS M1860 STAFF OFFICERS SWORD & SCABBARD

Lot #40 (Sale Order 49 of 896)

37 1/2" overall with 28" engraved blade. Maker marked Mc Lilley Columbus Ohio. Ray skin grip with wire wrap in excellent condition. Nickel plated scabbard shows general wear. Very Good

US M1887 45/70 CARTRIDGE BELT W/ MASS MILLS PLATE

Lot #41 (Sale Order 50 of 896)

Blue woven canvas cartridge belt with loops for 45-70 cartridges. Original stamped brass H-pattern MASS. buckle marked MILLS on the catch. Very, very clean, with brass fittings throughout, showing storage wear only.

CIVIL WAR EMERSON & SILVER CAVALRY SWORD 1861

Lot #42 (Sale Order 51 of 896)

41 " overall, with a 35" chromed blade, blade is well marked and dated 1861. Brass hilt with leather grip and twisted brass wire, solid scabbard. Excellent

1872 CAVALRY SWORD BUCKEY O'NEIL RIDER ROUGH RIDER

Lot #43 (Sale Order 52 of 896)

Model 1872 Cavalry Officer's Sword with gold inlay engraving "Capt W.O. O'Neill 1st USV." William O. O'Neill Rough Riders Captain was an authentic American character who gave his life in combat at the battle of San Juan Hill in Cuba on July 2, 1898 while serving as the captaion of Troop A of the First United States Volunteer Cavalry, better known to history as the "Rough Riders" who served under Theodore Roosevelt. Prior to volunteering to serve in the Spanish American War, William O'Neill was a newspaper printer in Tombstone Arizona, after which he went on to become the Sheriff of Prescott, Airzona, and served as Mayor as well as continued to be a reporter. When the war broke out, he volunteered to serve under Teddy Roosevelt who remarked upon O'Neill's death that it was, "the most serious loss that I and the regiment could have suffered." Sword measures approximately 32" at the blade and approximately 39.5" overall. Nickle plated scabbard, and raised laurel wreatl patterns on the sword fittings, guard, and hilt. Guard also has sunburst, US Shield, and eagle motifs. Sword shows light age and very gentle patina. Excellent

1905 ENGRAVED PRESENTATION US NAVY OFFICER SWORD

Lot #44 (Sale Order 53 of 896)

Early 20th Century US Navy Officer's sword with wire-wrapped grip, "dolphin" guard, gold knot, and leather scabbard. Sword measures 32.5" at the blade and approximately 37.5" overall. Signed R. D. Crane & Co. NY and has separate approval seal & damascus star. Special acid-etch inscription reads "Presented to Robert Delze. Carpenter, USN by employees of C&RMS Navy Yard, NY 1905." The US Navy officer corps numbered only 2,079 in 1905 and the Brooklyn Navy Yard has been an historically significant and strageically important US Naval base throughout American military history. This is a piece worthy of further research. Has light age wear to the brass fittings, and some age to the knot, but the wire wrap is tight and the leather washer is intact. Fittings on the scabbard are loose and the throat is missing its retaining pin. Excellent

AMES MODEL 1860 STAFF PRESENTATION GRADE SWORD

Lot #45 (Sale Order 54 of 896)

Superb presentation Grade Model 1860 Staff and Field Officer's sword manufactured by Ames Sword Co. The sword was presented to Taylor Scott Carter 1901 class of Virginia Military Institute. The blade is etched Adjt. T. S. Carter on one side and Presented by V.M. I Corps June 1901 on the other. The 31" blade is nicely etched with stands of arms, and floral designs. Etching is detailed with drypoint and given a gold wash background. The ricasso is stamped Ames Sword Co. Chicoppee Mass. The ornate gold wash hilt hilt has a Federal eagle on the pommel, and rider on horseback on the guard. The end of the quillon has a knights head. The grip is cast silver that is wrapped with double strand brass wire. The scabbard has over sized gold wash mounts depicting a Federal eagle, Knight and geometric designs. The silver plated scabbard also has etched eagle and shield and a stand of arms. The sword has been wonderfully preserved and only shows light wear to the hilt and scabbard.. Overall 41". Excellent

CIVIL WAR 1/6 TINTYPE ARMED SOLDIER ID'd FEDERAL

Lot #46 (Sale Order 55 of 896)

The 1/6 plate tintype showsa young seated Federal soldier wearing a kepi and a 9 button regulation frock coat. He is holding a rifle or musket in his right hand. The image has good contrast and clarity. The tintype is ID'd on the back Kochendorfer, and additional research may be needed. It is housed in S. Peck & Co. Union Case. Very Good-Excellent

CIVIL WAR U.S. MODEL 1840 NCO SWORD SCABBARD

Lot #47 (Sale Order 56 of 896)

Very nice original Civil War era Model 1840 NCO sword. Brass guard with a double clamshell guard. Blade showing graying. Metal scabbard with brass throat and drag that has been chromed. Blade measures 31 1/2' and overall 38 1/2". History The sword replaced a weapon more commonly known as the Model 1832 foot artillery sword which was used by both the infantry and the artillery regiments from 1832 to 1840. Its wearing was granted to all sergeant ranks until it came out of use in 1875. Additionally first sergeants and above would wear a waist sash from 1821 to 1872. The sword was worn either on a white or black baldric or with an Enfield bayonet frog. A shorter version with a 26-inch blade was carried by musicians, this was called the Model 1840 musicians' sword. The M1840 has had a long service life, seeing front line service from the Mexican–American War to the American Civil War until the Spanish–American War. During the Civil War it wasn't always issued to volunteer regiments. The primary contractor for the production of the M1840 NCO sword seems to have been the Ames Manufacturing Company. During the Civil War multiple companies were contracted by the U.S. government to manufacture edged weapons alongside Ames. Two of these companies, Emerson and Silver and Christopher Roby, manufactured M1840 NCO swords. The weapon was made with a blunt edge as swords at the time were sharpened only when they were expected to be used in action. The narrow blade was a compromise between cut and thrust actions, yet the thick spine favors stabbing over than slashing techniques. It was the main weapon of standard bearers (along with the Colt Army Model 1860 and Colt 1851 navy revolver) and hospital stewards, as well as a secondary weapon for infantry NCOs. The sword was also used by the Confederates who captured many after seizing state arsenals. In 1868 the ordnance board recommended that no more leather sword, or bayonet scabbards be purchased, so after the leather ones were used up, a black Japanned steel scabbard was substituted, along with a new pattern leather frog. It remained in service as a ceremonial weapon until general orders No. 77 dated August 6, 1875 discontinued its use. A modern version of this sword with steel scabbard is currently permitted for wear by US Army platoon sergeants and first sergeants; in practice it is rarely seen outside the 3rd Infantry Regiment (the "Old Guard") and honor guards. Some army NCOs have this sword and wear it for social occasions, regardless of duty as a platoon sergeant or first sergeant.

M1895 NAMED US ARMY INFANTRY DRESS UNIFORM LOT

Lot #48 (Sale Order 57 of 896)

Named M1895 dress and undress uniform grouping to an Infantry soldier named to Donald. J. Buchanan and dated 9/19/04 and was made by Brooks Brothers of New York. All four articles are in excellent condition and named to the same soldier. Both sets of trousers are piped in white indicating service in the infantry. The coatee is double breasted having a 22 button front with infantry horn devises to each arm inn bullion thread. the coatee is roughly a size 36 inch chest. The undress M1895 infantry tunic has a hidden 8 hook system for closer of the tunic with a set of white infantry horns to each sleeve. In the inner pocket is a letter addressed to him dated 1905 and the writer is telling him how happy he is that his brother is on his way home to Buffalo NY. He also tells him to bring his clothing home so they can take it to the cleaners. Excellent

MILLS SPAN AM BELT KRAG RIFLE SPAN AM

Lot #48a (Sale Order 58 of 896)

Spanish-American War era unit marked tan Mills & Orndorf double loop cartridge belt with loops for 100 rounds of 30-40 Krag with C closure. The tabs each have 6 patent dates ranging from 8/26/67 to 9/11/94. The inside of the belt features a stenciled unit designation “104”. Overall excellent condition with one small ½” tear at the top of the belt behind two cartridge loops. Has never been cleaned and features a mellow patina on all of the brass components. The Krag–Jørgensen is a repeating bolt action rifle designed by the Norwegians Ole Herman Johannes Krag and Erik Jørgensen in the late 19th century. It was adopted as a standard arm by Norway, Denmark, and the United States. About 300 were delivered to Boer forces of the South African Republic. A distinctive feature of the Krag–Jørgensen action is its magazine. While many other rifles of its era use an integral box magazine loaded by a charger or stripper clip, the magazine of the Krag–Jørgensen is integral with the receiver (the part of the rifle that houses the operating parts), featuring an opening on the right hand side with a hinged cover. Instead of a charger, single cartridges are inserted through the side opening, and are pushed up, around, and into the action by a spring follower. Later, similar to a charger, a claw type clip would be made for the Krag that allowed the magazine to be loaded all at once, also known as the Krag "speedloader magazine". The design presents both advantages and disadvantages compared with a top-loading "box" magazine. Normal loading was one cartridge at a time, and this could be done more easily with a Krag than a rifle with a "box" magazine. In fact, several cartridges can be dumped into the opened magazine of a Krag at once with no need for careful placement, and when shutting the magazine-door the cartridges are forced to line up correctly inside the magazine. The design was also easy to "top off", and unlike most top-loading magazines, the Krag–Jørgensen's magazine could be topped up without opening the rifle's bolt. The Krag–Jørgensen is a popular rifle among collectors, and is valued by shooters for its smooth action.

M1895 DRESS UNIFORM JACKET W/ VISOR HAT 5TH INF

Lot #49 (Sale Order 59 of 896)

US Army 1892-1918 5th Infantry Dress Uniform and Visor Hat. Originally designated an undress uniform, it was re-designated in 1903 as a dress uniform. Like all dress uniforms, it was removed from wear in 1917 following the entry of the US into the first world war. The uniform and hat are in excellent condition but are missing most of the closer buttons to the front. The tunic is adorned with a Department of Kansas GAR medal while the has has a 5th Crossed Rifles E company badge on it.

AMES UNITED STATES REVENUE MARINES OFFICER'S SWORD

Lot #50 (Sale Order 60 of 896)

Stellar circa 1870 United States Revenue Marine Officer's Sword with engraved blade that was replaced before 1895 by the standard Naval officer's sword of the period. Sword features a tapered double edge diamond section steel blade with long panels of etched decoration on both sides. The right side has a large Old English "U.S.R.M." as well as an eagle clutching a sword. Left side has the Revenue Cutter Service insignia and branches of oak leaves and acorns. Near the ricasso it is etched "AMES MFG/ CO/ CHICOPEE/ MASS". The gilt brass hilt features a large guard with a splayed American eagle below "USRM". The opposite side has a smaller counterguard with a stippled face. The olive shaped pommel features chased acanthus leaves. The grip is wrapped with white sharkskin and decorated with twisted gilt brass wire. Sword is complete with its black leather scabbard with gilt brass mounts. The throat mount engraved with a scale, compass and key and the center mount engraved with a large fouled anchor. For more information about this sword, see page 172 through 176 of "The American Sword" by Harold Peterson. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade retains all of its original bright polish. Hilt retains 90% original patina toned gilt finish with some high edge wear on pommel. Scabbard is very good with some crazing to surface and mounts retaining about 50% gilt finish, otherwise thinned and with a dark patina. This is a very scarce and desirable American sword.

NAMED SPAN AM OFFICERS SWORD 3RD VA VOLUNTEERS

Lot #51 (Sale Order 61 of 896)

M1860 Officer's sword by F. J. Heiberger Washington D.C. that has a beautiful presentation to the blade "Presented To Lieut. James C. King BY MEMBERS OF COMPANY F. 3rd Va. Regt. U.S. Vols. 1898" to the obverse and to the reverse "Virginia" with both sides having typical floral patterns with coats of arms that shows pitting to both sides. Gilded faux wire wrapped copper grip with gilded brass mounts. Guard with spread wing cut out eagle with American shield on breast. The lower portion of the knucklebow splits forming a rim around the base of the guard and the crossguard, both of which exhibit very deep relief, highly detailed, cast floral patterns. The pommel is decorated with leaves, oval panels and a scaled riband with a mushroom like cap and a closed capstan, also decorated on the top. Nickeled scabbard also in excellent condition. The mounts that exhibits multiple piercings with floral patterns are also in excellent condition. History Peacetime service The 3rd Regiment of Infantry was organized on 13 June 1881 from existing separate companies in central Virginia, part of the 1st Brigade of the Virginia Volunteers, with headquarters at Charlottesville. Under the command of Colonel C.C. Wertenbaker, it initially included six companies: Company A (Danville Grays), Company B (Culpeper Minutemen), Company C (Warrenton Rifles), Company D (Monticello Guards), Company E (Lynchburg Home Guard), and Company F (Alexandria Light Infantry). It included ten companies by 1883, mostly armed with breech-loading Springfield rifled muskets: the Lynchburg Home Guard, Danville Grays, Monticello Guards (Charlottesville), Alexandria Light Infantry, Culpeper Minutemen, Warrenton Rifles, Gordonsville Grays, Fredericksburg Guards, Pittsylvania Guards (Chatham), and the Roanoke Rifles. The regiment fielded 35 officers and 429 men, of which 29 officers and 243 men were present at the first annual inspection of the Virginia Volunteers in 1884. They were armed with 243 .45 breech-loading Springfield rifled muskets and 213 .50 Springfield rifles. By this time, Wertenbaker had resigned as Colonel. In 1885, Company H (Danville Blues) was mustered in, replacing the Gordonsville Grays, disbanded in 1884. On 17 October of that year, the Warrenton Rifles were disbanded due to having fallen below the minimum number of men required by law, reducing the regiment to nine companies. By this point, the Fredericksburg Guards had been designated Company G, the Roanoke Rifles Company I, and the Pittsylvania Guards Company K. At the 1885 annual inspection, 29 officers and 247 men were present, out of a total of 38 officers and 440 men. The regiment was armed with 243 .45 caliber Springfields and 263 .50 caliber Springfields. On 22 April 1886, Wertenbaker became Colonel again. At the 1886 annual inspection, the nine companies of the regiment fielded 26 officers and 284 men out of a total of 32 officers and 432 men. At the 1887 annual inspection, the eight companies of the regiment fielded 26 officers and 298 men out of a total of 33 officers and 447 men, armed with 439 .34 caliber Springfields. The Roanoke Rifles were disbanded on 10 October of that year. At the 1888 annual inspection, the eight companies of the regiment fielded 26 officers and 296 men out of a total of 33 officers and 445 men. Its headquarters was moved to Culpeper on 15 November 1888, after Nalle was elected Colonel of the regiment. At the 1889 annual inspection, the eight companies of the regiment fielded eighteen officers and 202 men out of a total of 29 officers and 343 men, less Company B. On 30 April 1889 Lieutenant Colonel Grenville Gaines, led the Alexandria Light Infantry and Pittsylvania Guards at the New York City Centennial Celebration, commemorating the anniversary of First inauguration of George Washington. By 1896, it was commanded by Colonel William Nalle and included ten companies: Company A (Danville), Company B (Culpeper), Company C (Farmville), Company D (Charlottesville), Company E (Lynchburg), Company F (Alexandria), Company G (Petersburg), Company H (Danville), Company I (Blackstone), and Company K (Fredericksburg). Spanish–American War service and disbandment On 10 March 1898, Nalle was appointed Adjutant General of Virginia; the regiment's Lieutenant Colonel, Warrenton layer Grenville Gaines, was elected Colonel to replace him. The headquarters moved to Warrenton on 12 March 1898. Between 13 and 26 May, the regiment was mustered into Federal service as the 3rd Virginia Volunteer Infantry with 46 officers and 955 enlisted men, one of three Virginia regiments raised for the Spanish–American War in response to the first call for volunteers. Company F of the 1st Regiment of Infantry was mustered in as Company M of the 3rd Virginia.

WWI US NAVY OFFICER SWORD BY PASQUALE SAN FRAN

Lot #52 (Sale Order 62 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WWI or shortly before. The sword is in excellent condition and has a nicely etched blade. The blade is maker marked “B. Pasquale Co. San Francisco Cal ”. Leather scabbard is complete and in matching condition. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history with a stellar named blade to Edward Burnette from Enlisted men of Magazine Island T.H. for Territory Hawaii and comes with the original bullion knot. Excellent

WWI NAMED USN OFFICERS SWORD US NAVY WW2

Lot #53 (Sale Order 63 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WWI or shortly before. The sword is in excellent condition and has a nicely etched blade with a couple of nicks. Leather scabbard is complete and in matching condition. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history with a stellar named blade to George R. A. Buffinton. Excellent

CIVIL WAR GAR LADDER BADGE 1ST ILLINOIS ARTILLERY

Lot #54 (Sale Order 64 of 896)

Named Civil War ladder badge and cartridge box breast plate in the following lot are from a member of the 1st Illinois Artillery of Battery A. The ladder badge is constructed of brass with the top bar is script having Charles E. Smith's name with a set of crossed cannons followed by BATTERY A CHICAGO LIGHT ARTILLERY VETERAN 1861-5 with red silk ribbon that has been repaired but still displays well. Battery A of this regiment was called into service by Gov. Yates, in response to the first call of President Lincoln for troops. Its first appearance was on Sunday morning, April 2l, 1861, and at 9 p.m. it moved for Cairo via the Illinois Central railroad. On its arrival there it was assigned the duty of bringing to all downward bound boats with the view of preventing the shipment of contraband goods within the Confederate lines. The mode adopted for bringing boats to was to fire a blank shot in their direction, but on April 24, the steamer Baltic disregarded the blank shot, when a solid shot was fired across her bow, which had the desired effect. These shots were fired by squad 1, and they were the first that were fired across the river. After about a week's stay at Cairo, the battery was ordered to take a position 2 miles above on the Mississippi river bank. The position was christened Camp Smith and was occupied by the battery nearly five months. The battery did not muster into the U.S. three months' service, but was mustered into the three years' service on July 16, 1861. On Sept. 6, it moved with Gen Grant to Paducah, where it remained until Feb. 4, 1862, participating in the various expeditions from that place, among which was the feint on Columbus simultaneous with Grant's attack on Belmont. It occupied the Confederates, camp at Fort Heiman until Feb. 13, when it proceeded to Fort Donelson and upon its arrival opened fire at once, using canister in repelling the last decisive charges and firing 55 rounds. It took a conspicuous part in the battle of Shiloh, going into the fight at 8 a.m., of the first day, and retiring some time after 4 p.m. It was also engaged in the second day's fight. In December it moved to Yazoo and took part in the Chickasaw bayou fight, being under fire about 4 hours and firing 807 rounds. It was engaged at Arkansas Post in Jan., 1863, and on May 17, marched to the Big Black river, to a place called Bridgeport, where it captured a Confederate lieutenant and 12 men. After the surrender of Vicksburg it moved with the division to Jackson and during the siege of that city lost 7 prisoners and 1 killed. It participated in the Atlanta campaign, first engaging the enemy at Resaca and then at Dallas. It took part in the engagements of July 19-21, losing 2 men, and on the 22nd, was attacked from the front and rear, and being overpowered by superior numbers was captured, many of the men being taken prisoners, while a number were killed and wounded. The remaining members of the battery took part in the grand move to the south of Atlanta, which culminated in the severe battle of Jonesboro and compelled the evacuation of Atlanta. The battery was ordered to Nashville during the campaign against Hood and from there it was sent to Chattanooga, remaining till the latter part of June, 1865, when it was ordered home for muster-out, arriving at Chicago July 3, where it received a royal welcome at the hands of its friends, who gave it a grand banquet in honor of its return.

CIVIL WAR CARTRIDGE PLATE INDIAN WARS BELT BUCKLE

Lot #55 (Sale Order 65 of 896)

Civil War breast plate was owned by Charles E. Smith from the previous lot 54 who was a member of the 1st Illinois Artillery and Indian War plate lot to include 1) DUG U.S. CIVIL WAR CARTRIDGE BOX SLING BREAST PLATE. Original Civil War US Eagle Breast Plate for Cartridge box Sling. Excellent Condition, with both loops on back. 2) M1881 ANSON MILLS U.S. MILITARY BRASS BELT BUCKLE. Buckle marked with Mills patent stamps, dated 1881, excellent condition

QUEEN'S CHERRY TOOTH PASTE POT CIRCA 1880's

Lot #56 (Sale Order 66 of 896)

This is a fascinating toothpaste pot, circa 1880. It once contained Toothpaste flavored with Cherry, one of the early varieties of toothpaste used in Britain. Tooth cleaning first become a hygienic standard in 18th century England, primarily for the upper classes, and was accomplished with a variety of strange tools. Tooth paste began appearing in the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist began formulating his own recipe and printing their own pots for advertising. This popular formulation using Cherry extract to make the paste a bit more palatable. The attractive lid bears the name of the product, Cherry Tooth Paste ~ For beautifying & preserving the Teeth and Gums. Patronized by the Queen. The pieces are in great condition. Normal age crazing measuring 3 1/4 inches wide x 1 1/2 inches tall. The piece will make a great addition to any collection of transfer printed advertising wares or quack medicines, and would make a fabulous gift for the dentist in your life!

CIVIL WAR DAHLGREN BOWIE KNIFE BAYONET W/ SCABBARD

Lot #57 (Sale Order 67 of 896)

The first American knife-bladed bayonet is considered to be the Model 1861 for the Plymouth / Whitneyville rifle. It is perhaps better known by its nickname, the Dahlgren Bowie Bayonet, named for it's inventor Admiral John A. Dahlgren. As we know, the basic use of a bayonet is mounted to the end of a rifle or musket. However Dahlgren recognized that the bayonet could serve in the hand as well. It is interesting to note that the 1861 rifle already had a sword bayonet designed for it at the time of Dahlgren's invention. In Dahlgren's own words he called the current sword bayonet the "most useless thing in the world except at the end of a musket." Perhaps this explains why most Dahlgren bayonets do NOT fit the Model 1861 rifle. They were meant to, but they were also designed to be used as a close quarters fighting weapon as well as a working tool aboard ship in a sailor or marines hand. The Admiral invented this bayonet because a knife would not be sanctioned by the Ordnance Board. This Ames produced example is in good condition and not only includes its sheath, it also has its extremely rare and original frog. The blade shows pitting throughout as well as some loss to the leather scabbard.

CIVIL WAR FEDERAL LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING

Lot #58 (Sale Order 68 of 896)

Civil War Carbine Sling. 2 1/2" wide black leather shoulder belt with a large brass buckle and tongue. Steel slide with a large swivel snap hook

1812 US ARMY STAFF OFFICER'S CHAPEAU DE BRAS HAT

Lot #59 (Sale Order 69 of 896)

US State Militia officer Chapeau De Bras folding bicorn circa 1812. Cap is made out of beaver with a black cockade and on top of the cockade is a Massachusetts staff officer's button. The body is a hidden area has a rodent hole about 3 inches wide. Still retains it's original wide leather sweatband. Roughly a size 7 1/4. Good

WW1 RUSSIAN M-1895 WINCHESTER BAYONET WWI

Lot #60 (Sale Order 70 of 896)

This is a rare 1895 Winchester Repeating Arms Company 1st type Short Bayonet, Marked on the Crossguard. Approx 13 1/2" long. These were made for Winchester Russian Contract rifles. The first lot of short bayonets were not wanted by the Russian government so Winchester then made the much more common long bayonet. This is in fine condition. The Crossguard has the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Logo. The blade has never been sharpened & the Sheath is in Excellent condition with no dents or damage.

WW1 US NAVY OFFICER DRESS BELT LOT OF 2 WWI

Lot #61 (Sale Order 71 of 896)

WWI US Naval Officer's Leather Dress Belts, one with a buckle while the other does not. Both shows normal wear and are roughly a size 36.

WW1 & POST WAR UNIFORM GROUPING 80TH & 24TH DIV.

Lot #62 (Sale Order 72 of 896)

WWI and Post WW1 Uniform grouping of a member of the 80th Division and the 24th Division. This grouping contains two uniforms belonging to Jason C. Wiles who served in Germany and post war Hawaii in the 24th Division. The grouping consist of his M1912 summer weight patched 24th division uniform, jacket and trousers excellent condition. M1917 WW1 uniform jacket with standard US and Infantry collar disk with his discharge stripe as well as 1 overseas stripe. Both uniforms are in excellent condition. Also in the grouping is his WW1 Gas Mask and Bag. A canvas bag with lift the dot closures, adjustable carrying strap and cotton string to attach to the body. A complete mask and hose are to the interior. The mask and hose are dry. Rubber bladder is also present. One set of wool Puttees. Also there are several paper items including photos from with WWI experience as well as his Post War era including several studio shots of him wearing the summer weight uniform with the 24th Division patch clearly on his shoulder. His WWI Winged Victory Medal is also present and a couple of toiletries and other various items. Excellent World War I Activated: September 1917 Overseas: June 1918 Major operations: Battle of the Somme (1918), Meuse-Argonne, Battle of Saint-Mihiel. Casualties: Total-6,029. (KIA-880; WIA-5,149). Commanders: Brig. Gen. Herman Hall (27 August 1917), Maj. Gen. Adelbert Cronkhite (9 September 1917), Brig. Gen. L. M. Brett (26 November 1917), Brig. Gen. W. P. Richardson (28 December 1917), Brig. Gen. Charles S. Farnsworth (7 January 1918), Brig. Gen. L. M. Brett (14 January 1918), Maj. Gen. Adelbert Cronkhite (1 March 1918), Maj. Gen. S. D. Sturgis (22 November 1918). Inactivated: May 1919. History Because of significant common heritage in the past (Indian War, Revolutionary War and Civil War), residents of Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia became the structure of the 80th Division. The 80th Division was organized in August 1917 at Camp Lee, Virginia. The units were made up mostly of men from the above three states. Order of battle Headquarters, 80th Division 159th Infantry Brigade 317th Infantry Regiment 318th Infantry Regiment 313th Machine Gun Battalion 160th Infantry Brigade 319th Infantry Regiment 320th Infantry Regiment 315th Machine Gun Battalion 155th Field Artillery Brigade 313th Field Artillery Regiment (75 mm) 314th Field Artillery Regiment (75 mm) 315th Field Artillery Regiment (155 mm) 305th Trench Mortar Battery 314th Machine Gun Battalion 305th Engineer Regiment 305th Field Signal Battalion Headquarters Troop, 80th Division 305th Train Headquarters and Military Police 305th Ammunition Train 305th Supply Train 305th Engineer Train 305th Sanitary Train 317th, 318th, 319th, and 320th Ambulance Companies and Field Hospitals The 317th Infantry included men from central and western Virginia; the 318th Infantry was made up mostly of men from the Shenandoah Valley and Tidewater areas; the 313th Machine Gun Battalion mostly had men from the Erie, Pennsylvania, area. These units comprised the 159th Infantry Brigade. The 318th Infantry were nicknamed the "squirrels" while training with the British in the Artois/Picardy section of France; the 1st Battalion was the "red squirrels," the 2nd Battalion was the "gray squirrels," and the 3rd Battalion was the "flying squirrels." The 319th Infantry included men from the Allegheny County and Erie areas, and a few from eastern Ohio. The 320th Infantry had men from Pittsburgh; the 315th Machine Gun Battalion had men from Pittsburgh and Erie. These units combined to create the 160th Infantry Brigade. Each infantry regiment in the 80th Division used a unique helmet marking; the 317th used a diamond, the 318th a square, the 319th a circle, and the 320th Infantry Regiment a bowl shape. The headquarters of each regiment divided their shape using three vertical stripes of red, white, and blue; the 1st battalion of each regiment used solid red, the 2nd battalion white, and the 3rd battalion blue. Each company painted their respective letter inside the shape. The machine gun company of each regiment divided their shape vertically in half in red and blue; the supply company divided their shape in red and white. The 313th, 314th and 315th Field Artillery Regiments were composed of men almost exclusively from the state of West Virginia, and formed the 155th Field Artillery Brigade. Serving with the division were the 314th Machine Gun Battalion (men from the Tidewater area) as well as the 305th Engineer Regiment (men from the area east and north of Pittsburgh); the 305th Trains (Ammunition, Engineer, Supply and Sanitary) were men from western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Virginia. The engineers were more often than not sent out ahead. During the rest period from 14 October through the Armistice, they finally were outfitted with U.S. Springfield and Browning automatic rifles. They had two weeks to train before the third and final push began in the Meuse-Argonne.

WW1 USMC 5TH MARINES PATCH SUPPLY 1ST BATTALION

Lot #62a (Sale Order 73 of 896)

WW1 USMC lot of two Marine Corps Shoulder Sleeve Insignia to including 1) 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment SSI that is felt on felt in excellent condition 2) 2nd Division 5th Marines Supply Co Patch with damage primarily to the lower left corner. History World War I The unit was activated on June 8, 1917, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as the 5th Regiment of Marines. They immediately deployed to France, arriving on June 26, and were assigned to the 1st Infantry Division of the United States Army. Later that year, in October, they were reassigned to 4th Brigade of Marines under the 2nd Infantry Division. In spring 1918, the regiment was involved in the fierce battle of Belleau Wood and was given the nickname Devil Dog. The Fifth subsequently participated in the offensive campaigns at Aisne, Battle of Saint-Mihiel and in the Meuse-Argonne offensive. They also participated in the defensive campaigns at Toulon-Troyon, Château-Thierry, Marbache and Limey. From 1918 until 1919 the regiment participated in the occupation of the German Rhineland. In August 1919 it relocated back to Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. It was inactivated on August 13, 1919. The regiment's actions in France earned them the right to wear the Fourragère (seen in the outline of the unit's logo), one of only two in the Marine Corps (the other being the 6th Marine Regiment). The award was a result of being the only regiments in the American Expeditionary Force to receive three Croix de guerre citations: two in the order of the army and one in the order of the corps—Fourragère and Croix de guerre with two Palms and Gilt Star. The Fourragère became part of the uniform of the unit, and all members of the organization are authorized to wear the decoration on the left shoulder of the uniform while members of the organization. Three Marines of the regiment were awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions during the war. Sergeant Louis Cukela, Gunnery Sergeant Ernest A. Janson, and Sergeant Matej Kocak each received two Medals of Honor (one from the Navy and one from the Army) for a single action, making them three of only nineteen double recipients of the medal. In addition, two U.S. Navy officers attached the 5th Marines received the Medal of Honor: Lieutenant Commander Alexander Gordon Lyle of the Navy Dental Corps and Lieutenant Orlando H. Petty of the Medical Corps.

WW1 KEEP THESE OFF THE USA BUY BONDS WAR POSTER

Lot #63 (Sale Order 74 of 896)

Framed Keep these off the USA Buy More Liberty Bonds Artist: John Norton Date: 1917 Size: 42 3/4 x 33 5/8 inches" Condition: Excellent. This has the German Imperial Eagle insignia. This is a guaranteed original vintage poster. Although mass produced at the time of printing most remaining posters are scarce in numbers making them valuable and rare. John Warner Norton (7 March 1876 – 7 January 1934) was an American painter and muralist and who pioneered the field in the United States. Norton was born in Lockport, Illinois, the son of John Lyman Norton and Ada Clara Gooding Norton. The family ran the Norton & Co. of Lockport. Norton's study of law at Harvard University was broken off when the family's firm went bankrupt. Before, and after a period of living as a cowboy and enlisting with the Rough Riders, he studied art at the Art Institute of Chicago (1897, 1899–1901); he would later teach there. His students included Frances Badger. He was influenced by the Armory Show and the Japanese printmaker Katsushika Hokusai. Among his works are the landmark 1929 180-foot (55 m) long ceiling mural for the concourse of the old Chicago Daily News Building (mural not currently installed in this building, which has been renamed Riverside Plaza; designed by architects Holabird & Root, 1929); the Ceres mural in the Chicago Board of Trade Building (Holabird & Root, 1930); two large murals, "Old South" and "New South" commissioned by Holabird & Root for the Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama; his Tavern Club murals at the 333 North Michigan Ave. building, Chicago (Holabird & Root, 1928); his American Heritage Series at the Hamilton Park Field House, 513 W. 72nd St., Chicago; four murals at the St. Paul, Minnesota city hall; twelve murals comprising The History of Mankind (1923) at the Logan Museum of Anthropology at Beloit College, in Wisconsin; and his first major mural in Chicago's Cliff Dwellers Club (1909), where he was a founding member. At the time of his death on January 7, 1934, in Charleston, South Carolina of cancer, he was a popular and respected artist. He was survived by his wife and his three children, a son and two daughters.

PRE WW1 M1912 USMC SUMMER WEIGHT TUNIC BANANA WARS

Lot #64 (Sale Order 75 of 896)

Extremely RARE USMC summer service jacket of cotton twill. In excellent condition with Sergeant chevrons. Tunic has two pleated patch pockets to the chest with a five button front and in excellent condition. This type of tunic was used by the Marines during the Banana Wars. The Banana Wars were occupations, police actions, and interventions on the part of the United States in Central America and the Caribbean between the end of the Spanish–American War in 1898 and the inception of the Good Neighbor Policy in 1934. These military interventions were most often carried out by the United States Marine Corps, which developed a manual, The Strategy and Tactics of Small Wars (1921) based on its experiences. On occasion, the Navy provided gunfire support and Army troops were also used. With the Treaty of Paris, Spain ceded control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines to the United States. Thereafter, the United States conducted military interventions in Cuba, Panama, Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic. The series of conflicts ended with the withdrawal of troops from Haiti in 1934 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The term "banana wars" was popularized in 1983 by writer Lester D. Langley. Langley wrote several books on Latin American history and American interactions including The United States and the Caribbean, 1900–1970 and The Banana Wars: An Inner History of American Empire, 1900–1934. His book on the Banana Wars encompasses the United States tropical empire that overtook the western hemisphere spanning both of the Roosevelt presidencies. The term was popularized through this writing which portrayed the United States as a police force that was sent to reconcile warring tropical countries, lawless societies and corrupt politicians, establishing a reign over tropical trade.

WW1 92TH DIVISION BLACK OFFICER TRUNK GROUP

Lot #64a (Sale Order 76 of 896)

Historically significant WWI painted trunk uniform grouping belonging to a African American Officer who served with the 351st Field Artillery of the 92nd Infantry Division. The grouping consist of his beautifully painted trunk nicely identifying it to 2nd Lieutenant John Carter Robinson. This uniform grouping was purchased from this family in the 1990's and has been in private hands ever since. The trunk grouping consist of 1) PAINTED 92ND DIVISION TRUNK measuring 31X17X13 inches and having Lt. J.C. Robinson name on all sides along with his unit number and to the top front a black outline of a buffalo with the text Buffalo's. There is two units painted on the trunk 167th Field Artillery State Room Headquarters Co. and 351st Field Artillery. 2) Stunning private purchase, olive drab wool tunic, with a five button front that leads to a stand-up collar fastened by two hooks and eyes The four front patch pockets have button down scalloped flaps. The five large front closure buttons, and the four small pocket and two small shoulder strap buttons, are all embossed with an American eagle. To each side of the collar is a "U.S." pin along with artillery collar badges. The integral, button shoulder straps have rank insignia of Second Lieutenant. A shoulder patch representing the 94th Infantry Division is sewn to the left arm below the shoulder seam with a single gold chevron representing 6 months served overseas. There is three medals attached to the top right breast pocket that also corresponds to a studio portrait photo of Lt. Robinson wearing the very uniform. The interior is partially lined with a private manufacture tag sewn to the breast pocket. The chest measures approximately 38". Included is a pair of matching wool breeches with four, plastic buttons with an additional button at the waist. The legs taper just below the knee where eight pair of plastic buttons to secure fit. A small watch fob pocket is situated to the right side of the waistband and as well two front and two rear pockets are also present. The trousers are unlined with a waist that measures approximately 30" with a 27" breech. 3) U.S. WWI M-1917 COMBAT HELMET. Helmet is the typical M1917 version, basin-shaped with a small rivet to the apex of the crown, fixing the internal liner, and two machine rivets along the apron, one over each ear, for the chin strap securing lugs. Nice complete original liner and chinstrap system. Nice untouched WW1 helmet in great condition. 4) LEATHER OFFICER'S LEGGINGS. Matched pair in excellent condition. 5) WWI FRENCH M1877 CANTEEN. A tin plated steel, one litre, canteen with two openings. One stopper is for a wooden peg, while a cork is to the other; both are present. A brown leather strap completes the canteen that is looped through two small rings to either side of the body. The canteen measures approximately 14cm x 20cm x 5.5cm. The surface shows most of the original paint missing, but this remains a good, usable example. 6) Collapsible Water Bucket. 7) .45 Magazine Pouch 8) FRENCH MUSETTE BAG 9) 8X10 Black and White photograph showing the 351st Field Artillery in a Welcome Home Parade.10) STUDIO PORTRAIT PHOTO OF LT. JOHN C. ROBINSON wearing the same uniform that is in this listing. 11) Newspaper from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette dated Monday July 4th 1988 with an article about Lt. Robinson titled article "They Fought to serve". 12) 351st Field Artillery Reunion Booklet for the 1942 Reunion depicting an armed Black Soldier with Rifle and Bayonet. The booklet contains a full roster of the unit. 13) Lastly a Red with White Swastika felt on felt patch with a black circle to the center. This patch was used on the regimental level before the 92nd Divisional Patch. A very Rare piece of insignia! History The 92nd Division was first constituted on paper 24 October 1917 in the National Army, over six months after the U.S. entry into World War I.[2] The division was commanded throughout most of its existence by Major GeneralCharles C. Ballou and was composed of the 183rd Infantry Brigade with the 365th and 366th Infantry Regiments, and the 184th Infantry Brigade with the 367th and 368th Infantry Regiments, together with supporting artillery, engineer, medical and signal units attached. The division was organized on 27 October 1917 at Camp Funston, Kansas, the men first being trained at the regimental level. For this division, 104 black captains, 397 first lieutenants, and 125 second lieutenants were trained at a "negro officers' camp" in Des Moines, Iowa. A special "negro zone" was to be built at the east end of Camp Funston, with "separate amusement places and exchanges." A.D. Jellison, a banker of Junction City, Kansas, gave a plot of land for a "community house," to be erected by the black men from the seven states which sent African-American trainees. World War I Square Division example: 1918 US Infantry Division.

WWI US ARMY M1918 TRENCH KNUCKLE KNIFE LF&C

Lot #65 (Sale Order 77 of 896)

Model 1918 "Knuckle Duster" Trench knife with solid brass handle made by Landers, Frary, and Clark and so marked "L. F. & C." on the handle. Features spiked knuckle guards, and "Skull crusher" spike pommel. Full circular guard -- many of these were filed flat for reissue during World War II. Blade intact, retaining approximately 80% of original bluing. Excellent

CIVIL WAR NEWSPAPER NATIONAL ANTI-SLAVERY STANDARD

Lot #66 (Sale Order 78 of 896)

May 28, 1864 edition of the National Anti-Slavery Standard. Included in this 4 page edition is a report of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry capturing 16 rebel soldiers. The National Anti-Slavery Standard was the official weekly newspaper of the American Anti-Slavery Society, established in 1840. The paper published continuously until the ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution in 1870. It published the essays, debates, speeches, events, reports, and anything newsworthy that related to the question of slavery in the United States and other parts of the world. Its audience were the members of the American Anti-Slavery Society and abolitionists in the north. overall excellent condition.

CIVIL WAR UNIT HISTORY 125TH OHIO VOLUNTEER INF.

Lot #67 (Sale Order 79 of 896)

Rare Unit History of the 125th Ohio Volunteer Infantry - Opdycke Tigers. Written by Captain Charles T. Clarke of Company F and published in 1895 in Columbus, Ohio by Spahr & Glenn. 475 pages with a complete roster and numerous photographs of officers and enlisted men. SPine is intacft but a few pages are loose. Minor scuffing and wear.

CIVIL WAR UNIT HISTORY 106TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLS.

Lot #68 (Sale Order 80 of 896)

Civil War Unit History of the 106th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. Copyright by Joseph R.C. Ward in 1906. 457 pages with a complete roster and numerous photographs of the officers and enlisted men. Overall very good condition with a tight spine. Minor wear at inside spine with some discoloration of fly leaf. History The regiment was recruited from Philadelphia between August and October 1861, with the exception of company K, which was transferred from the 27th Pennsylvania Infantry. Turner G. Morehead was selected colonel of the unit, with William L. Curry as lieutenant colonel and John H. Stover as major. It moved to Poolesville, Maryland, where it became part of Edward D. Baker's "California Brigade." The 106th saw its first action at the Battle of Ball's Bluff, on October 21, 1861. It was next transferred to the II Corps of the Army of the Potomac. With the rest of George B. McClellan's army, it fought in the Peninsula Campaign. On June 10, Lieutenant Colonel Curry was captured while visiting the picket line. During the Seven Days Battles, the regiment fought at the battles of Savage's Station, Charles City Cross Roads, and Malvern Hill. Along with the Army of the Potomac, the 106th was transferred to Washington, D.C., too late to participate in the Second Battle of Bull Run. It did fight at the Battle of Antietam, where it was rushed with the rest of the 2nd Division to the aid of Joseph Hooker's corps in the West Woods. However, division commander John Sedgwick hastened into the fight without taking time to make an adequate reconnaissance. As a result, the division was attacked from three sides and forced to withdraw. The 106th lost one-third of its strength in this battle. On July 3, 1863, the third day of fighting at Gettysburg, Companies A and B were sent as skirmishers to the Bliss Farm in front of Cemetery Ridge. The 106th continued to serve through the Overland Campaign. On July 27, 1864, those eligible for discharge were sent to Washington, D.C., where they performed guard duty until September 10, when they were sent home. The rest of the regiment was consolidated into a battalion of three companies—F, H, and K. This battalion fought through the Appomattox Campaign and was discharged on June 30, 1865. Casualties during the war Killed and mortally wounded: 9 officers, 90 enlisted men Wounded: 1 officer, 94 enlisted men Died of disease: 24 officers, 373 enlisted men Captured or missing: 5 officers, 152 men Total casualties: 39 officers, 709 enlisted men

CIVIL WAR UNIT HISTORY 148TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLS

Lot #69 (Sale Order 81 of 896)

Civil War Unit history of the 148th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. Published by the Kenyon Printing & Mfg. Co. Des Moines, Iowa in 1904. 1096 pages with a full roster and list of all of the members killed or mortally wounded.. Numerous photographs of officers and enlisted men. Tight copy with spine intact and all pages. No rips or tears. Some scuffing and minor staining. Service The 148th Pennsylvania Infantry was composed of volunteers raised chiefly in Centre County, Pennsylvania, with seven companies hailing from the county. Company C in particular was recruited in the area surrounding the Agricultural College of Pennsylvania (today known as Pennsylvania State University) and included many of the college's students. The regiment was filled out with a company each from Clarion, Jefferson, and Indiana Counties. Once companies were raised, the regiment was organized at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and mustered in for a three-year enlistment on September 8, 1862, under the command of Colonel James Addams Beaver. The 148th Pennsylvania Infantry mustered out of service on June 1, 1865, near Alexandria, Virginia. Detailed service October 27, 1864—Armed with Spencer repeating rifles, men of Company K, 148th Pennsylvania Volunteers, advance in skirmish line and capture a fort garrisoned by the 46th Virginia Infantry during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia. Moved to Cockeysville, Md., September 9–10, 1862, and guard duty on Northern Central Railroad until December 9, 1862. Moved to Falmouth, Va., December 9–18, 1862. Duty at Falmouth, Va., until April 27, 1863. Chancellorsville Campaign April 27-May 6. Battle of Chancellorsville May 1–5. Gettysburg Campaign June 14-July 24. Skirmish at Haymarket June 25. Battle of Gettysburg, July 1–3. Pursuit of Lee July 5–24. Wapping Heights, Va., July 23. Expedition to Port Conway August 31-September 4. Richardson's Ford September 1. Duty on Orange & Alexandria Railroad and the Rappahannock until October. Advance from the Rappahannock to the Rapidan September 13–17. Bristoe Campaign October 9–22. South side of the Rappahannock October 12. Auburn and Bristoe October 14. Advance to line of the Rappahannock November 7–8. Kelly's Ford November 7. Mine Run Campaign November 26-December 2. Demonstration on the Rapidan February 6–7, 1864. Morton's Ford February 6–7. Duty near Stevensburg until May. Rapidan Campaign May 4-June 12. Battles of the Wilderness May 5–7; Spotsylvania May 8–12; Po River May 9–10; Spotsylvania Court House May 12–21. Assault on the Salient May 12. Milford Station May 20. Reconnaissance by the regiment across the North Anna River May 22. North Anna River May 23–26. On line of the Pamunkey May 26–28. Totopotomoy May 28–31. Cold Harbor June 1–12. Before Petersburg June 16–18. Siege of Petersburg June 16, 1864, to April 2, 1865. Jerusalem Plank Road June 21–23, 1864. Demonstration on north side of the James at Deep Bottom July 27–29. Deep Bottom July 27–28. Mine Explosion, Petersburg. July 30 (reserve). Demonstration north of the James at Deep Bottom August 13–20. Strawberry Plains, Deep Bottom, August 14–18. Ream's Station, Weldon Railroad, August 25. Assault on Davidson's Confederate Battery October 27. Front of Forts Morton and Sedgwick October 29. Reconnaissance to Hatcher's Run December 9–10. Dabney's Mills, Hatcher's Run, February 5–7, 1865. Watkins' House March 25. Appomattox Campaign March 28-April 9. Gravelly Run March 29. Boydton Road or Hatcher's Run March 30–31. Crow's House, White Oak Road, March 31. Sutherland Station April 2. Sailor's Creek April 6. High Bridge, Farmville, April 7. Appomattox Court House April 9. Surrender of Lee and his army. March to Washington, D.C., May 2–12. Grand Review of the Armies May 23. Casualties The regiment lost a total of 397 men during service; 12 officers and 198 enlisted men killed or mortally wounded, 4 officers and 183 enlisted men died of disease.

CIVIL WAR UNIT HISTORY 3RD OHIO VOLUNTEER CAVALRY

Lot #70 (Sale Order 82 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the Third Ohio Volunteer Cavalry. Published in Toledo, Ohio, 1910. 296 pages including a full roster. Book is complete but spine has been rebound. There is staining throughout but text is legible. The 3rd Ohio Cavalry Regiment was a cavalry regiment of the Union Army during the American Civil War. The regiment was organized in September 1861 by future Colonel Lewis Zahm. In April 1862, it moved with General Don Carlos Buell through Tennessee. During that summer, the 3rd Ohio Cavalry participated in the Siege of Corinth. It later fought at the Battle of Chickamauga. In January 1864, the regiment was re-formed as its three-year term had expired. The unit later participated in raids with Stoneman and Wilson before it was discharged on August 14, 1865. Charles Oliver Brown, D.D. followed his father at the age of thirteen, Major Oliver M. Brown, with the unit, served throughout the war and became the "Boy Bugler" of Sherman's Army. Several Kelleys Island men volunteered and served in the 3rd Ohio Cavalry including: Pitt Simmons, John Ward, John Monaghan, Stephen French, Michael Hughes, August Raab, John T. Woodford, George Wright, Henry Pope and Jacob Rush (mostly companies A and L). Jacob Rush's involvement in the unit was particularly interesting. He enlisted at the age of 15, was brought home by his parents, then allowed to enlist again a few months later. Just weeks before his enlistment expired, he was sent on one last mission and captured as a spy. He provided a first hand account of his interrogation by General Nathan Bedford Forrest. He spent 8 months in Cahaba Prison where he helped organize a (failed) escape attempt. Upon his release at the end of the war, he was one of the few soldiers who survived the 'Sultana' explosion. He worked his way home and established the Island House resort on Kelleys Island. When that burned in 1877, he moved to Larned, Kansas and played a key role in building that city. He also served as a Kansas State Senator. He was a prolific writer for the local newspaper, the Islander, and shared many stories of his time in service in the 3rd Ohio Cavalry

MILLS MARINE CORPS LEE RIFLE CARTRIDGE BELT

Lot #71 (Sale Order 83 of 896)

Model 1895 Mills Woven Pocketed Cartridge Belt for the Winchester 6mm Lee Straight Pull Navy Rifle. Designed by members of the US Navy Bureau of Ordnance in cooperation with Thomas Orndorff, the manager of the Mills Woven Belt Company facility in Worchester, Massachusetts, the first Model 1895 Belts were not delivered until July of 1896 All of these belts were manufactured in the dark blue woven material with 12 separate pockets integral to the weave of the belt body. Each pocket was designed to hold two 5-round clips of 6mm cartridges. Since Mills had not yet developed the technique of weaving integral pocket flaps which would appear with the Model 1903 Cartridge Belts, the pocket flaps on this belt fashioned of black pebble grained leather, each of which was attached to the back of the belt body with two brass eyelets. Each pocket is fitted with an iron finial over which the flaps are buttoned belt and buckle are intact and stable. Complete with original leather straps. CONDITION, Very fine with slight flecking to leather and edge wear. Remains supple and intact.

WWI MAGAZINE POUCH WITH ORIGINAL M1911 MAGAZINES

Lot #72 (Sale Order 84 of 896)

RIA 1918 dated khaki magazine pouch with two two-tone Model 1911 pistol magazines loaded with WWII '41 dated pistol ammunition. Very Good

M1873 TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET

Lot #73 (Sale Order 85 of 896)

Leather frog and brass US swivel, US Marked 20" socket bayonet for the Trapdoor Springfield rifle. In excellent condition with minimal loss of finish at the muzzle ring, scant age wear. Excellent

US MODEL 1905 BAYONET + MODEL 1900 KRAG BAYONET

Lot #74 (Sale Order 86 of 896)

Fine pair of early 20th Century USGI bayonets. 1- US Model 1905 bayonet with clear Springfield Armory markings, dated 1906, with a leather scabbard dated 1907, stamped to Rock Island Arsenal. Light age wear at the hanger and throat of the scabbard. Blade is bright and unsharpened. 2- Model 1900 Krag bayonet with steel scabbard. Bright blade, light loss of finish to hanger. Excellent

CIVIL WAR UNIT HISTORY 4th OHIO INFANTRY OVI

Lot #75 (Sale Order 87 of 896)

Civil War Unit history of the Fourth Ohio Infantry Volunteers. Contains 288 pages with a full roster- (Three Years' Service.) Cols., Lorin Andrews, John S. Mason, James H. Godman; Lieut.-Cols., James Cantwell, Leonard W. Carpenter; Majs., George Weaver, Gordon A. Stewart. The following account of the 4th infantry is taken from the Official Army Register, p. 52: "This regiment was organized at Camp Dennison, Ohio, in June, 1861, to serve three years. The original members (except veterans) were mustered out June 21, 1864, by reason of expiration of term of service and the veterans and recruits, together with the veterans and recruits of the 8th regiment Ohio volunteer infantry, were consolidated and designated the 4th battalion Ohio infantry. This organization was formed as stated, June 26, 1864, and was mustered out July 12, 1865, in accordance with orders from the war department." The following list of battles includes all those in which the 4th Ohio infantry bore an honorable part : Rich mountain, Romney (first and second), W. Va. ; Winchester, Front Royal, Port Republic, Va.; Antietam, Md.; Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Va.; Gettysburg, Pa., Bristoe Station, Mine Run (operations at) , Wilderness, Po river, Spottsylvania, North Anna river, Totopotomy, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, Deep Bottom and Reams, station, Va. At Fredericksburg it received the first fire of the Confederate artillery on the right of the Union line. At Chancellorsville it engaged the enemy, captured a stand of colors and over 100 prisoners, among whom were 9 commissioned officers. It was one of the three regiments at Gettysburg that drove the Confederates from Cemetery hill, after they had driven a part of the 11th corps from the field and had gained possession of two Union batteries. During its service the regiment marched 1,975 miles, and traveled by railroad and transport 2,279 miles, making an aggregate of 4,254 miles traveled. Vey Good

3 US MODEL 1905 RIFLE BAYONETS SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

Lot #76 (Sale Order 88 of 896)

3 US Model 1905 bayonets with khaki sheaths. All are marked Springfield Armory. Dates are 1913, with bright blade; 1917 with darkened blade, and 1918 with darkened blade. Very Good - Excellent

WWI US WINCHESTER M1917 BAYONET/SCABBARD

Lot #77 (Sale Order 89 of 896)

Excellent example of the Winchester World War sword bayonet Model 1917. Dated 1917 with clear US and ordnance proofs at the ricasso. Scabbard has scarce green leather tab dated Jewell 1917 made specifically for the Winchester 1917 rifle and trench shotgun. The scabbard itself is rarely ever encountered. CONDITION, Excellent with slight age and edge wear.

WWI US REMINGTON M1917 BAYONET

Lot #78 (Sale Order 90 of 896)

Excellent example of the World War I sword bayonet Model 1917 with clear US and ordnance proofs at the ricasso and Remington stamps. Green leather scabbard dated 1918 also has clear stamps. Exhibits very little wear. Excellent

EARLY 19th CENTURY US MILITIA SWORD & SCABBARD

Lot #79 (Sale Order 91 of 896)

Pre-Civil War / Early 19th Century US militia officer sword has a knights head/helmet pommel with a high plume, a 5 inch cross guard that is finely decorated. The grip is carved bone. The blade is a double edged straight blade with a center fuller that is finely engraved with coats of arms floral patterns an a American Eagle. Scabbard is a red Moroccan leather wrapped steel body with brass furniture . Age wear to the scabbard, patina to the blade and guard. Very Good

EXPERIMENTAL KRAG MODEL 1900 BOWIE BAYONET

Lot #80 (Sale Order 92 of 896)

This is a rare and short-lived experimental bayonet designed for the M1898 Krag rifle and patterned after the Bowie knife. Fewer than 3000 of these were produced, and 1500 were sent to Cuba for field trials where they were reported to be inadequate as entrenching tools and the idea was quickly scrapped. This example is in excellent condition with a bright blade, clear "US" and "1900" stamps at the ricasso and retains its original sheath with most of its original bluing intact. 9" clip point blade, 14" overall length. Excellent

SPRINGFIELD M1887 HOSPITAL CORPS KNIFE W/ SCABBARD

Lot #80a (Sale Order 93 of 896)

11 3/4" single edged blade, etched "HOSPITAL CORPS/ U.S. ARMY." in a panel on the left side. Ribbed single piece wood grip, with nickel finished brass cross guard and pommel cap. With a "Type 1" black leather scabbard with a brass and steel throat and a leather belt loop stamped "WATERVLIET/ARSENAL" on the front with several inspectors marks to the reverse.

WWI USMC BOLO KNIFE WITH 1ST MODEL SCABBARD

Lot #81 (Sale Order 94 of 896)

Stamped "USMC" and "Collins No. 1001" 11.5" Bright finished blade and 16.75" overall length. Two piece smooth wooden grip panels. Housed in scarce 1st model USMC woven cotton and leather scabbard. These scabbards are rarely ever encountered in any condition CONDITION> Very good overall with minor staining to grip panels, and light staining on blade. Scabbard remains extremely fine.

US NAVY MILLS WOVEN EAGLE SNAP HOLSTER + BELT

Lot #82 (Sale Order 95 of 896)

Scarce Mills Woven holster as adopted by the U.S. Navy for the Colt Model 1896-1905 .38 caliber revolvers and issued 1905-1911. Original khaki color cotton web, the flap has the large Eagle/Anchor button on the front and the early type snap. All rivets and original stitching is intact. The brass tip has some minor corrosion,anchor snap closure. Complete with Mills belt with dark subdued two piece buckle and 8 integral ammunition pouches with rimmed eagle snaps. CONDITION, Fine with slight fading of woven material and soiling.

MILLS WOVEN BLUE EAGLE SNAP NAVY HOLSTER/ BELT

Lot #83 (Sale Order 96 of 896)

Scarce Mills Woven holster as adopted by the U.S. Navy for the Colt Model 1896-1905 .38 caliber revolvers and issued 1905-1911. Original dark blue color woven cotton web, the flap has the large Eagle/Anchor button on the front and the early type snap. All rivets and original stitching is intact. The brass tip has some minor corrosion,anchor snap closure. Complete with Mills belt with dark subdued two piece buckle and 8 integral ammunition pouches with rimmed eagle snaps. CONDITION, Fine with slight fading of woven material and soiling.

USMC MILLS M1912 EAGLE SNAP HOLSTER + PISTOL BELT

Lot #84 (Sale Order 97 of 896)

Exceptionally rare, Model 1912 USMC Mills holster and belt for the .38 Colt models 1895-1906 revolvers. Produced of woven cotton with rimmed eagle snaps and riveted reinforcements. Inked internally USMC on flap. Belt is produced by Mills as well and has 8 cartridge pouches with matching eagle snaps. USMC Mills gear is the literally the rarest of all US web gear and few are ever encountered in complete original condition. This is the exception and was the centerpiece of a lifetime collection of US Web gear.

LEATHER USMC .38 COLT 1905 FLAP HOLSTER

Lot #85 (Sale Order 98 of 896)

Manufactured 1889-1911 for the Colt 1889-1903 revolver and later for the .38 Colt USMC revolver. Manufactured of russet leather with USMC embossed on flap with blank brass snap closure and sewn leather bottom plug. Flap type belt loop is both sewn and riveted. Used through the boxer rebellion, WW1, and later south American excursions. Survival is very low and example are rarely encountered. CONDITION. Good with supple leather and solid stitching. Slight edge wear and surface scuffing.

USMC MARKED M1874 MCKEEVER POUCH W/CLIPS/AMMO

Lot #86 (Sale Order 99 of 896)

Model of 1874 McKeever cartridge pouch, marked inside Rock Island Arsenal and stamped by inspector "E.H.S." Comes with 20 rounds of Remington UMC .226 Navy ammunition in the rare 5 round stripper clips. CONDITION All 4 stripper clips are complete. Has a minor split across the bottom on one side and light wear. Split does not affect display of this rare piece. Very Good

BRITISH MEDAL LOT QUEENS SOUTH AFRICA GREEK ITALY

Lot #87 (Sale Order 100 of 896)

Collection of 4 British medals and cap badge to include 1) Queen's South Africa Medal with 4 bars (South Africa 1902 South Africa 1901 Orange Free State Cape Colony) and is named on the edge to 1687 PTE. J. MORRIS E. SURREY REGT. 2) British War Medal 1914-1918 named on the edge 12SR-01888 S. SJT. A. E. GOOMBES A.S.C. 3) The Italy Star 4) Greek Distinguished Conduct Medal 5) The Kings Royal Rifle Corps KRRC Hat Badge. All items are excellent

WW1 US ARMY M1918 TRENCH OR FIELD PERISCOPE WWI

Lot #88 (Sale Order 101 of 896)

This is an example of a WWI Model 1918 trench periscope no. 10x7.5 manufactured by Wollensack Opt. Co. of Rochester, New York. It is stamped with the serial number "8054” . Brass construction with wood handle with clear optics.

WW1 BRITISH DEATH PENNEY MEDAL ROYAL ARTILLERY

Lot #89 (Sale Order 102 of 896)

WW1 British medal lot to include 1) A poignant WW1 British soldier medal who died for his Country. Charles Fraser Service No. 60740. The death Penny measures 4 3/4 inches and is in excellent condition. It was decided that the design of the plaque was to be chosen from submissions made in a public competition. Over 800 designs were submitted and the competition was won by the sculptor and medallist Edward Carter Preston using the pseudonym Pyramus, receiving two first place prizes of £250 for his winning and also an alternative design. Carter Preston's winning design includes an image of Britannia holding a trident and standing with a lion. The designer's initials, E.CR.P., appear above the front paw. In her outstretched left hand Britannia holds an olive wreath above the rectangular tablet bearing the deceased's name cast in raised letters. Below the name tablet, to the right of the lion, is an oak spray with acorns. The name does not include the rank since there was to be no distinction between sacrifices made by different individuals.[1] Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing Britain's sea power, and at the bottom a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. The reverse is blank, making it a plaquette rather than a table medal. Around the picture the legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour", or for the 1500 plaques issued to commemorate women, "She died for freedom and honour". They were initially made at the Memorial Plaque Factory, 54/56 Church Road, Acton, W3, London from 1919. Early Acton-made plaques did not have a number stamped on them but later ones have a number stamped behind the lion's back leg. In December 1920 manufacture was shifted to the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich. Plaques manufactured here can be identified by a circle containing the initials "WA" on the back[1] (the "A" being formed by a bar between the two upward strokes of the "W") and by a number stamped between the tail and leg (in place of the number stamped behind the lion's back leg). The design was altered slightly during manufacture at Woolwich by Carter Preston since there was insufficient space in the original design between the lion's back paw and the H in "HE" to allow an "S" to be inserted to read "SHE" for the female plaques. The modification was to make the H slightly narrower to allow the S to be inserted. After around 1500 female plaques had been manufactured the molds were modified to produce the male version by removing the S. The plaques were issued in a pack with a commemorative scroll from King George V; though sometimes the letter and scroll were sent first. 2) British War Medal and the Victory Medal with a British. Both medals are named to Charles Fraser Service Number 60740 with the rank of Gunner of the Royal Field Artillery. All medals are excellent and are period mounted.

WW1 US NAVY OFFICERS SWORD USN w/ SCABBARD WWI

Lot #90 (Sale Order 103 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WW1 or shortly after. The sword is in good condition and has a nicely etched blade. Leather scabbard certainly showing it's age with several fractures and splits. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history. Excellent

WWI NAMED US ARMY M1902 OFFICER's SWORD WW1

Lot #91 (Sale Order 104 of 896)

U.S. M1902 officer's dress sword. Nickeled backstrap/pommel and three-branch guard. Finger grooved black wood grip. 28 3/4" blade etched with military/floral motifs and is named to 1st. Lt. Robert M. Burnett who was a graduate of West point in 1932 and served with the Field Artillery. Marked N.S. Meyer NY Two-ring nickeled scabbard. Circa 1920-1945. Measures approx. 35" length Very Good.

WWI NAMED US ARMY M1902 OFFICER's SWORD WW1

Lot #92 (Sale Order 105 of 896)

U.S. M1902 officer's dress sword. Nickeled backstrap/pommel and three-branch guard. Finger grooved black wood grip. 29 1/2" blade etched with military/floral motifs and is named to E.H. Farley to the obverse and VPI to the reverse. Marked McLilley Columbus Ohio. Two-ring nickeled scabbard. Circa 1920-1945. Measures approx. 38" length Very Good.

IMPERIAL GERMAN HUSSARS CAVALRY SWORD BY F.H.

Lot #93 (Sale Order 106 of 896)

Imperial German Hussars or cavalry sword. It is 39" long with a 33" slightly curved blade that is double fullered with a clipped point. The blade is etched with flags, swords, shields and other military motifs. The handle has a very attractive design with a steel crossguard and rectangular langets. The bone checkered grips. The blade is maker marked under the crossguard / langet. "F.H." Steel scabbard is in matching condition with a double set of hangers. Excellent

WW1 NAMED USN NAVAL OFFICER SWORD WWI

Lot #94 (Sale Order 107 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WW1. The sword is in excellent condition manufactured by Bernstein Brooklyn NY and has a nicely etched blade with the inscription "Presented to Fleet W. Corwin U.S.N. by 3rd Battalion. 1st Regiment. Camp Paul Jones U.S. Training Station Great Lakes ILL. 1917". Leather scabbard is complete and in matching condition. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history with a stellar named throat with matching inscription "Presented to Fleet W. Corwin U.S.N. by 3rd Battl. 1st Reg't. Camp Paul Jones U.S. Training Station Great Lakes ILL. 1917. Excellent

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN & BRITISH LOT HAT TRENCH ART

Lot #95 (Sale Order 108 of 896)

Imperial German & British lot to include 1) IMPERIAL GERMAN DRUM HANGER. A cast brass drum hanger roughly 75mm at widest point, and 115mm tall, hung from its brown leather belt loop from a swiveling brass mount. The hanger itself is in the from of a right-facing eagle perched on a horizontal bar from which descend the two hooks for the drum. An unmarked example. Shows the expected age and use, but overall excellent condition. 2) Saladin Citadel Trench Art made from a British 18 Pounder marked shell dated 1916.3) Cased Imperial German Woman's Visor Hat with a CDV of the young lady wearing the ribboned sash and visor hat.

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN COMMEMORATIVE EKI PLATE WW1

Lot #96 (Sale Order 109 of 896)

Imperial German plate, "From great time/The First World War"(Aus großer Zeit. Weltkrieg 1914-17) measuring 9 3/4 inches wide with an Iron Cross to the center. Excellent

WW1 GERMAN KAISER WILHELM II LARGE SILVER PLAQUE

Lot #97 (Sale Order 110 of 896)

Contemporarily framed silver plaque of Kaiser Wilhelm II measuring 11 3/4 X 13 3/4 inches having a side profile of Wilhelm wearing his military uniform with medals and his Gardes du Corps Helmet in excellent condition. Wilhelm II (Friedrich Wilhelm Viktor Albert; 27 January 1859 – 4 June 1941), anglicized as William II, was the last German Emperor (Kaiser) and King of Prussia, reigning from 15 June 1888 until his abdication on 9 November 1918. Despite strengthening Germany's position as a great power by building a blue-water navy and promoting scientific innovation, his tactless public statements greatly antagonized the international community and his foreign policy was seen by many as one of the causes for the outbreak of World War I. When the German war effort collapsed after a series of crushing defeats on the Western Front in 1918, he was forced to abdicate, thereby bringing an end to the three-hundred-year rule of the House of Hohenzollern. As the eldest grandchild of Queen Victoria, Wilhelm's first cousins included King George V of the United Kingdom and many princesses who, along with Wilhelm's sister Sophia, became European consorts. For most of his life before becoming emperor, he was second in line to succeed his grandfather Wilhelm I on the German and Prussian thrones after his father, Frederick. His grandfather and father both died in 1888, the Year of the Three Emperors, and Wilhelm ascended the throne as German emperor and king of Prussia on 15 June 1888. On 20 March 1890, he dismissed the German Empire's powerful longtime chancellor, Otto von Bismarck. After Bismarck's departure, Wilhelm II assumed direct control over his nation's policies and embarked on a bellicose "New Course" to cement its status as a respected world power. Subsequently, over the course of his reign, Germany acquired territories in China and the Pacific (such as Kiautschou Bay, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Caroline Islands) and became Europe's largest manufacturer. However, he frequently undermined such progress by making threatening statements towards other countries and voicing xenophobic views without consulting his ministers. Likewise, his regime did much to alienate itself from the world's other powerful nations by initiating a massive naval build-up, challenging French control of Morocco, and building a railway through Baghdad that threatened Britain's dominion in the Persian Gulf. Thus, by the second decade of the 20th century, Germany could rely only on significantly weaker nations such as Austria-Hungary and the declining Ottoman Empire as its allies. Wilhelm II's turbulent reign culminated in Germany's guarantee of military support to Austria-Hungary during the crisis of July 1914, one of the direct underlying causes for World War I. A lax wartime leader, he left virtually all decision-making regarding strategy and organization of the war effort to the Imperial German Army's Great General Staff. By 29 August 1916, this broad delegation of power resulted in a de facto military dictatorship that dominated national policy for the rest of the conflict. Despite emerging victorious over Russia and achieving significant gains in Eastern Europe, Germany was forced to relinquish all its conquests after its forces' decisive defeat in November 1918. After serving as emperor for 30 of the 47 years of the existence of the German Empire, Wilhelm II ultimately lost the support of the military and many of his subjects. The German Empire was converted from a monarchy to an semi-presidential republic as a result of the German Revolution of November 1918, at which time Wilhelm abdicated his throne and fled to exile in the Netherlands. He remained there during the German occupation in World War II, and died in 1941.

WW1 COLLINS & CO. BOLO KNIFE WITH SHEATH WWI

Lot #98 (Sale Order 111 of 896)

20" overall with 15" blade. Wood grips are attached with 3 brass rivets. Tooled leather sheath has brass mountings. consistent overall wear. Good Condition

MEMORIAL OF TIME IN SERVICE SILK EMBROIDERED FLAGS

Lot #99 (Sale Order 112 of 896)

Beautiful, framed, embroidered memorial or remembrance of a soldier's time in service measuring 22 1/2 X 19 1/2 inches depicting crossed flags to each side of a sepia toned photograph of a very well dress man of whom this artifact belonged to with a Federal Shield with an American Eagle. Below the photo is an embroidered silk image of the ship U.S.A.T. Sheridan. Excellent USAT SHERIDAN, 1892-1910, SHERIDAN was built in 1892 for the Atlantic Transport line as MASSACHUSETTS and was acquired by the Army with her four sister ships in 1898. She was wrecked off Barnegat light in 1910. Her sisters were LOGAN (ex-MANITOBA), SHERMAN (ex-MOBILE), and GRANT (ex-MOHAWK).

M1872 US ARTILLERY OFFICERS SWORD BY MCLILLEY

Lot #100 (Sale Order 113 of 896)

M1872 U.S. Army Artillery Officer's sword my McLilley & Co. Columbus Ohio that us FAR rarer than it's M1872 Cavalry counterpart and something of an enigma to sword collectors as the regs and specs are unclear. This example has a beautiful US marked etched blade with standard military motifs. A clean bright scabbard, well made decorative officer model fittings upper and lower scabbard fittings, clean grip with good wire and leather. Excellent

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN KS98 SAWTOOTH DRESS BAYONET

Lot #101 (Sale Order 114 of 896)

German KS98 sawtooth dress bayonet with 10" fullered bright blade. Makers marked to WKC. The hilt is nickel plated and the checkered grips are excellent. Steel scabbard is painted black. 15" overall. Excellent with brown leather frog

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN S98/05 nA COMBAT BAYONET WWI

Lot #102 (Sale Order 115 of 896)

A second pattern model 1898/05 bayonet, with the flash guard along the back of its grips introduced in 1915, known as the S 98/05 nA ("Seitengewehr 98/05 neuer Art," or, Bayonet ‘98/’05 new Pattern). Nicely maker marked. Spine is dated for 1916. Nice scabbard, good clean untouched example.

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN S98/05 nA COMBAT BAYONET WWI

Lot #103 (Sale Order 116 of 896)

A second pattern model 1898/05 bayonet, with the flash guard along the back of its grips introduced in 1915, known as the S 98/05 nA ("Seitengewehr 98/05 neuer Art," or, Bayonet ‘98/’05 new Pattern). Nicely maker marked. Spine is dated for 1916. Nice scabbard, good clean untouched example.

WW1 AUSTRIAN M1918 BERNDORF HELMET W/ LINER WWI

Lot #104 (Sale Order 117 of 896)

Rare Austrian M18 produced by Metallwarenfabrik, Arthur Krupp A.G. All untouched original condition. Great patina overall. Complete liner and original chinstrap. Berndorf was the only manufacturer of this model and they were only made in shell size 64. Nice worn and used example showing the expected age and wear. Wonderful, rare.. Untouched helmet. Nice!

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN CAMO M1917 HELMET WWI

Lot #105 (Sale Order 118 of 896)

The stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains a good portion of its original tortoise shell camo paint. 1917 pattern metal liner band but missing the three leather liner pads. Very Good The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935.

WW1 28TH DIVISION BLOODY BUCKET PAINTED HELMET WWI

Lot #106 (Sale Order 119 of 896)

WW1 US 28th Division combat helmet with liner and chinstrap in excellent condition. To the interior are the soldiers initials G. C. B. Excellent In 1914 the division was designated the 7th Division as part of a broad reorganization of the National Guard. On 29 June 1916 the 7th Division was mustered into service at Mount Gretna and deployed to El Paso, Texas, to serve along the Mexican border as the Regular Punitive Expedition entered Mexico. Major General Charles M. Clement commanded, directing the First Brigade comprising the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Regiments, the Second Brigade the 10th, 16th, and 18th Regiments, and the Third Brigade the 4th, 6th, and 8th Regiments. There was also a regiment of cavalry and one of artillery, plus two companies of signals troops and medical units. The camp outside El Paso gained the title 'Camp Stewart' after the Adjutant General, Thomas J. Stewart. On 19 September, one brigade was sent home. On 14 November, the 1st Artillery left for home; the 18th Infantry left for Pennsylvania on 18 December; and the remainder of the division between 2–19 January 1917. It appears that most of the division was Mustered out of service 23 February 1917 at Philadelphia. The remnant left on the border included the 8th and 13th Regiments, the newly formed 3rd Artillery and Company C of the Engineers. They were released from active service in March 1917. However, the callup process for World War I was underway as these units left the border. The 13th Regiment began its return home from Texas on 21 March 1917, but en route, were told that their mustering-out orders had been rescinded. World War I Federalization A bridge in Fismes, raised in homage to the 28th Division's operations in Champagne. The division moved to Camp Hancock, Georgia, in April 1917, and was there when the entire division was federalized on 5 August 1917. From May to 11 October 1917, the division was reorganized into the two-brigade, four regiment scheme, and thus became the 28th Division. Order of battle Headquarters, 28th Division 55th Infantry Brigade 109th Infantry Regiment 110th Infantry Regiment 108th Machine Gun Battalion 56th Infantry Brigade 111th Infantry Regiment 112th Infantry Regiments 109th Machine Gun Battalion 53rd Field Artillery Brigade 107th Field Artillery Regiment (75 mm) 108th Field Artillery Regiment (155 mm) 109th Field Artillery Regiment (75 mm) 103rd Trench Mortar Battery 107th Machine Gun Battalion 103rd Engineer Regiment 103rd Field Signal Battalion Headquarters Troop, 28th Division 103rd Train Headquarters and Military Police 103rd Ammunition Train 103rd Supply Train 103rd Sanitary Train 109th, 110th, 111th, and 112th Ambulance Companies and Field Hospitals The Turner Publishing account says that: The situation for the division at Camp Hancock was dismal. The men arrived there in summer uniforms, which were not replaced by winter ones until the winter was well along. Adequate blankets were not available until January. Training equipment was woeful. There was but one bayonet for each three men; machine guns made of wood; and there was but one 37-mm gun for the whole division. By May 1918 the division had arrived in Europe, and began training with the British. On 14 July, ahead of an expected German offensive, the division was moving forward, with most of it committed to the second line of defence south of the Marne River and east of Château-Thierry. As the division took up defensive positions, the Germans commenced their attack, which became the Battle of Chateau-Thierry, with a fierce artillery bombardment. When the German assault collided with the main force of the 28th, the fighting became bitter hand-to-hand combat. The 28th repelled the German forces and decisively defeated their enemy. However, four isolated companies of the 109th and 110th Infantry stationed on the first defensive line suffered heavy losses. After the battle, General John Pershing, commander of the American Expeditionary Force, visited the battlefield and declared that the 28th soldiers were "Men of Iron" and named the 28th ID as his "Iron Division." The 28th developed a red keystone-shaped shoulder patch, officially adopted on 27 October 1918. During World War I, the division was involved in the Meuse-Argonne, Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne including the Battle of Fismes and Fismette, Oise-Aisne, and Ypres-Lys (FA) operations. During the war, it took a total of 14,139 casualties (2,165 killed and 11,974 wounded). 2 individuals received the Medal of Honor: Sergeant James I. Mestrovitch, Company C, 111th Infantry; and Major Joseph H. Thompson, Headquarters, 110th Infantry. More detail about the history of the division during World War I can be found in Edward Martin's The Twenty-Eighth Division: Pennsylvania's Guard in the World War.

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN HUNTING CUTLASS BY WKC WWI

Lot #107 (Sale Order 120 of 896)

This hunting hirschfanger is a very nice and high quality example. The mounts are all composed of a toned brass base. The pommel cap has the usual umbrella like flare outs and it is topped with a tang nut in the shape of an acorn. The sides of the pommel have sets of decorative lines running about their circumference. The same is true of ferrule. The crossguard has a plain center block and features deer legs and hooves going upward at the left side and downward at the right side. The hooves have the enhanced hair on the legs. Below the crossguard is a standard clamshell mount. The grip is a very nice piece of stag curving slightly to the left as it goes upward. It has really beautiful grains with dark deep coffee colors in the recesses and at the top of the grains they are turning a golden color. It is also interesting to note that the stag was picked for its dimensions as it more or less exactly fits the pommel and the ferrule with very little trimming. The scabbard shell is of all leather construction being black in color. It features the decorative dual lines running on the edges of both sides and sewn up the rear. The matching scabbard mounts are of brass and have the same toning as the hilt mounts. They have scalloped edges and are retained by stapled. The upper mount has a acorn style lug. The hirschfanger has a double engraved 17 1/2 inch blade with standard hunting motifs and measures 24 inches overall. The obverse ricasso is stamped with the turn of the last century logo featuring the king and knight head wit the firm’s initials below W. K. & C. The original red blade buffer is in place. A very very nice imperial piece here with a terrific blade.

WWI U.S. M 1905 RIA BAYONET 1912 DATED W/ SCABBARD

Lot #108 (Sale Order 121 of 896)

M1905 Rock Island Arsenal bayonet With "RIA" an ordnance bomb and 1912 date on the ricasso and "US 223133" on the reverse ricasso. Blade shows wear. The markings are crisp and easy to read. The walnut grips are in average condition. The scabbard is an original M1905 2nd Pattern Leather Scabbard, with the Krag-Style Belt Hook that is missing and long metal throat. Scabbard shows some wear but is in overall good condition.

WW1 US ARMY M1917 KNUCKLE KNIFE LF&C WWI

Lot #109 (Sale Order 122 of 896)

U.S. World War 1 1917 L.F.& C. trench knife in excellent condition. This knife measures 14" overall. The blade itself measures 9". This knife has 6 point knuckle guard. 'U.S. L.F.&C. 1917' is stamped on the guard. Missing scabbard

WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH WALL BANNER WW2

Lot #110 (Sale Order 123 of 896)

Large Hitler Youth HJ Banner Flag. Measures 42’ wide by 96’ long. Has the Hitler Youth HJ diamond in the center. Multi piece machine sewn cotton construction. Excellent condition. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WW1 NAMED MEDAL GROUPING TO A JEWISH SOLDIER WWI

Lot #111 (Sale Order 124 of 896)

WW1 and WWII family medal grouping including a named, officially engraved purple heart awarded to Raymond E. Siegal and is also numbered 24943 on the edge. Also in the grouping is a 5 bar Winged Victory Medal with Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne and Defensive Sector. Also in the grouping is a Selective Service Medal and lastly a Grand Lodge of Rhode Island Veterans Medal that is also named to Raymond E. Siegal. Ribbon bars from his son include Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart and lastly the Air Medal. all items are in excellent condition.

WWI BRONZE OTTO VON BISMARCK BY FRITZ SCHAPER

Lot #112 (Sale Order 125 of 896)

Fritz Schaper, statue of ‘Otto von Bismarck’, the greatest European statesman from the 19th century: ‘Not by speeches and votes of the majority, are the great questions of the time decided, but by iron and blood’ (‘Nicht durch Reden und Majoritätsbeschlüsse werden die großen Fragen der Zeit entschieden, sondern durch Eisen und Blut’). Both the Deutsches Historisches Museum in Berlin and the Museum of the City of Cologne have a similar copy of this Bismarck sculpture by Fritz Schaper. Bismarck is depicted in the uniform of a ‘Kürassier’, a member of ‘Heavy Cavalry Regiment’. The original statue of Otto van Bismarck by Fritz Schaper, erected in 1878 at Augustinerplatz in Köln, was 2.83 metres high. In 1875, when Bismarck was 60 years old he was granted the title Honourable Citizen of the City of Cologne and the decision was made to raise a statue for him. Creating the sculpture in Cologne took three years. It was the first public monument honouring Bismarck in Germany. More than 500 monuments of Bismarck, honouring the creator of the German Kaiserreich in 1871, would follow. In 1878 the sculpture was awarded a gold medal at the Academy Exhibition in Berlin. It is unclear if the statue was destroyed during bomb attacks in World War II, or if it was stolen in the first months after the end of the war. This bronze measures 12 1/4 inches tall and is artist signed on the base.

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN BRONZE OF OTTO VON BISMARCK

Lot #113 (Sale Order 126 of 896)

Large Bronze plaque measuring 12 inches wide and is artist signed R. Münig.as Ges Dep. The bronze depicts Otto Von Bismarck in the center with the text Zur Erinnerung An Den 70 Geburtstag Des Fuersten Bismarck 1. April 1885 surrounded by oakleaves and acorns with a side profile of Bismarck to the center. Excellent Otto Eduard Leopold, Prince of Bismarck, Duke of Lauenburg von Bismarck, Herzog zu Lauenburg; 1 April 1815 – 30 July 1898), known as Otto von Bismarck, was a conservative German statesman who masterminded the unification of Germany in 1871 and served as its first chancellor until 1890, in which capacity he dominated European affairs for two decades. He had previously been Minister President of Prussia (1862–1890) and Chancellor of the North German Confederation (1867–1871). He provoked three short, decisive wars, against Denmark, Austria, and France. Following the victory against Austria, he abolished the supranational German Confederation and instead formed the North German Confederation as the first German national state, aligning the smaller North German states behind Prussia, and excluding Austria. Receiving the support of the independent South German states in the Confederation's defeat of France, he formed the German Empire – which also excluded Austria – and united Germany. With Prussian dominance accomplished by 1871, Bismarck skillfully used balance of power diplomacy to maintain Germany's position in a peaceful Europe. To historian Eric Hobsbawm, Bismarck "remained undisputed world champion at the game of multilateral diplomatic chess for almost twenty years after 1871, devoted himself exclusively, and successfully, to maintaining peace between the powers". However, his annexation of Alsace-Lorraine gave new fuel to French nationalism and Germanophobia. Bismarck's diplomacy of Realpolitik and powerful rule at home gained him the nickname the "Iron Chancellor". German unification and its rapid economic growth was the foundation to his foreign policy. He disliked colonialism but reluctantly built an overseas empire when it was demanded by both elite and mass opinion. Juggling a very complex interlocking series of conferences, negotiations and alliances, he used his diplomatic skills to maintain Germany's position. A master of complex politics at home, Bismarck created the first welfare state in the modern world, with the goal of gaining working class support that might otherwise go to his Socialist opponents. In the 1870s, he allied himself with the low-tariff, anti-Catholic Liberals and fought the Catholic Church in what was called the Kulturkampf ("culture struggle"). He lost that battle as the Catholics responded by forming the powerful German Centre Party and using universal male suffrage to gain a bloc of seats. Bismarck then reversed himself, ended the Kulturkampf, broke with the Liberals, imposed protective tariffs, and formed a political alliance with the Centre Party to fight the Socialists. A devout Lutheran, he was loyal to his king, Wilhelm I, who argued with Bismarck but in the end supported him against the advice of his wife Queen Augusta and his heir Crown Prince Frederick William. While Germany's parliament was elected by universal male suffrage, it did not have much control of government policy. Bismarck distrusted democracy and ruled through a strong, well-trained bureaucracy with power in the hands of a traditional Junker elite that consisted of the landed nobility in eastern Prussia. He largely controlled domestic and foreign affairs, until he was removed by the young new headstrong Kaiser Wilhelm II. He retired to write his memoirs. A Junker himself, Bismarck was strong-willed, outspoken and overbearing, but he could also be polite, charming and witty. Occasionally he displayed a violent temper – which he sometimes feigned to get the results he wanted – and he kept his power by melodramatically threatening resignation time and again, which cowed Wilhelm I. He possessed not only a long-term national and international vision but also the short-term ability to juggle complex developments. Bismarck became a hero to German nationalists; they built many monuments honoring the founder of the new Reich. Many historians praise him as a visionary who was instrumental in uniting Germany and, once that had been accomplished, kept the peace in Europe through adroit diplomacy. Historian Robert K. Massie has noted Bismarck's popular image was as "gruff" and "militaristic", while in reality "Bismarck's tool was aggressive, ruthless diplomacy.

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN HESSE INFANTRY BUGLE 1916 DTD

Lot #114 (Sale Order 127 of 896)

A nice quality Infantry bugle of brass, with a reinforced ring around the bell and mouthpiece stem. Light scattered denting but nothing unexpected, just honest wear and use. Nice big brass disc on the bell displaying the Hesse Lion and is dated Mai 1916

M1853 BRITISH BAYONET CANDLESTICK HOLDER

Lot #115 (Sale Order 128 of 896)

Large candle holder made from three early socket bayonets measuring 17 3/4 inches tall and made from 1853 Pattern Socket Bayonets. All three bayonets are in excellent condition and mounted on a wood base. Excellent

CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD CSA

Lot #116 (Sale Order 129 of 896)

This is an original Confederate officer's sword and is the style known to collectors as the "foot" officer sword. These were worn by the lower ranking officers in the Confederate service. The blade on this sword measures 29 inches in overall length. On each side of the blade it has the single unstopped Fuller with floral and flags engraving to both sides. On the obverse is a floating CSA. The color of the blade is a nice dark gray color all over. As you can see they constructed a very attractive sword even though there manufacturing techniques were not as finally honed as those of their northern counterparts. The handguard of the sword is made of cast brass and has the floral pattern which denotes it being for foot officer's rather than staff officers. The staff officer swords of the day would have the "CS" lettering to denote the higher rank. The pommel cap of the sword is also distinctive to Boyle & Gamble. It has the Laurel leaf design that is distinctively Boyle and Gamble. The handle of the sword is untouched and original. It retains the original wooden core as well as about 90% of the brown leather. The wire wrapping is also present. This one has the cool attic look from tip to tip. The sword is accompanied by an original leather body scabbard with matching patina brass furniture. Toward the lower mount is an old tape repair as seen in the photos.

M1860 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD BY PETTIBONE

Lot #117 (Sale Order 130 of 896)

Presentation grade U.S. Model 1860 staff & field officer's sword by Pettibone Brothers Mfg. Co. in pristine antique condition. The following are the specifications of this stunning antique sword: Straight 31 1/2 inch blade with 16 1/2 inch dual panels etched with florals and panoplies, spread eagle and US; ricasso marked The/Pettibone/Bros/Mfg. Co./Cinti.O.; reverse with bear mark and U.S. Gilt brass hilt of standard pattern with folding counterguard; cast gilded brass hilt with silver handle bound with braided copper wire. Chromed three-ring scabbard, the brass mounts molded with scrollwork. Overall near mint condition

M1860 PRESENTATION FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD

Lot #118 (Sale Order 131 of 896)

Presentation grade U.S. Model 1860 staff & field officer's sword by Jas. Kirsch & Co. Chicago Il. in pristine antique condition. The following are the specifications of this stunning antique sword: Straight 31 1/2 inch blade with 16 1/2 inch dual panels etched with florals and panoplies, spread eagle and US and is also named to William Nelson; ricasso marked The Jas. Kirsch & Co. Chicago IL.; reverse with bear mark and U.S. Gilt brass hilt of standard pattern with folding counterguard; cast gilded brass hilt with silver handle bound with braided copper wire. Chromed steel, three-ring scabbard, the brass mounts molded with scrollwork. Overall near mint condition

MILLS SPAN AM BLUE BELT KRAG RIFLE w/ CARTRIDGES

Lot #119 (Sale Order 132 of 896)

Span Am period cartridge belt lot to include 1) Single loop, woven, blue Spanish American War cartridge belt for the 30-40 Krag. PAT MILLS & ORNDORFF AUG 26 87 MAR 19 89JULY 31 77 OCT 31 93 DEC 28 80 SEPT 11 94 are the patent dates. Excellent condition

MILLS 1881 DOUBLE ROW BLUE WEB BELT NY 1887

Lot #120 (Sale Order 133 of 896)

BLUE MILLS WEB BELT AND PLATE FOR NEW YORK TROOPS DURING THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR AND THE PHILLIPEANS INSURRECTION. The back of the plate is stamped "ANSON MILLS, PAT. FEB 1, 1881 T. C. ORNDORFF SOLE MANF. WORCESTER MASS U. S. A.". Belt is a BLUE web material and has the double row for cartridges, will hold 100 30/40 Krag cartridges with 89 original shells still present. The belt has the brass keepers as well as two brass adjustment bars. These are both stamped "PAT. MILLS & ORNDORFF AUG 26: 67 / JULY 31:77 / DEC 28:80 / MAR. 19:89 / OCT. 31:93 / SEPT. 11:94" on both bars. Excellent

1880s NEW YORK MILLS WEB CARTRIDGE BELT KRAG RIFLE

Lot #121 (Sale Order 134 of 896)

Blue web belt with the Mills New York belt plate bearing a patent date of 1881. The belt is approximately 34 inches long in its present configuration, with the ability to extend the length by about another 8 to 10 inches. The belt shows expected signs of use and wear. Excellent

WW1 MILLS CARTRIDGE BELT LOT W EAGLE SNAPS

Lot #122 (Sale Order 135 of 896)

WW1 field gear lot to include 1) Mills M1917 dismounted ammunition belt with a matching condition canteen and cover 2) WW1 US Army Mills pistol belt 3) Mills Rimless Eagle Snap Ammo Belt

WW1 BRITISH FRENCH GERMAN BELGIUM MEDAL LOT OF 19

Lot #123 (Sale Order 136 of 896)

Large lot of mostly WWI medals from Germany, France, Britain and Belgium. Medals in Victory medals, Croix de Guerre, Order of Leopold II, Austria Hungary Kaiser Karl Cross, 1914-1918 Commemorative War Medal with several extra ribbons.

US INDIAN WARS PLUMED AND PITH HELMET LOT

Lot #124 (Sale Order 137 of 896)

A pair of US made pith helmets. The cream colored one is by Horseman and is so marked to the interior and is marked size 6 7/8 in excellent condition. The second is a black plumed helmet having a US Federal Eagle to the front with an officers braid to the front visor. This helmet has a shell pattern to the exterior that is made of fabric. Excellent

WWI ERA IMPERIAL GERMAN OFFICERS SWORD WW1

Lot #125 (Sale Order 138 of 896)

Attractive turn of the century German made Officer's sword measuring 39 inches overall with a wide, slightly curved blade measuring 32 inches. Blade features a very nice bright finish overall with just few light blemishes. Hilt retains a beautiful, uncleaned patina. Sword grips exhibit the typical swelled leather covered handle with a single strand of twisted wire wrapped around the handle. Original black leather covering wraps the handle which is in amazing condition with very minimal wear. Wire twists are strong. The fine looking, nickel scabbard and is free of any major damage. The two ring mounts are tight and hold two sword rings. Excellent

IMPERIAL GERMAN MADE CAVALRY SWORD

Lot #126 (Sale Order 139 of 896)

Cavalry saber / sword. Features wire wrapped leather grip, Three brass guard with one piece of the guard has been broken. Maker marked with a crown and GG at the ricasso. 3/4 fuller, with 28" blade, 33 1/2" overall length and has some sharpening. Missing scabbard and leather washer. Very Good

WWI US ARMY M1902 OFFICER's SWORD BY HORSEMAN

Lot #127 (Sale Order 140 of 896)

U.S. M1902 officer's dress sword. Nickeled backstrap/pommel and three-branch guard. Finger grooved black wood grip. 30" blade etched with military/floral motifs with a Federal Eagle and is maker marked to Horseman Company of Philadelphia. Two-ring nickeled scabbard. Measures approx. 36" length MINT

WWI US ARMY M1902 OFFICER'S SWORD HORSEMAN NAMED

Lot #128 (Sale Order 141 of 896)

U.S. M1902 officer's dress sword. Nickeled backstrap/pommel and three-branch guard. Finger grooved black wood grip. 31 3/4" blade etched with military/floral motifs and is named to C.R. Hoyt. Marked "Horseman Company Philadelphia". Two-ring nickeled scabbard. Circa 1920-1945. Measures approx. 38" length. Good

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN S 98 nA COMBAT BAYONET WW1

Lot #129 (Sale Order 142 of 896)

S 98 nA COMBAT BAYONET. (Seitengewehr) A second pattern model 1898 bayonet, with the two-piece grips introduced in 1902, known as the S 98 nA ("Seitengewehr 98 neuer Art" - Bayonet ‘98 new Pattern), and its original leather scabbard. The unsheathed bayonet has an overall length of 52cm. Its steel, contoured bird’s head pommel has a stud guide and locking stud. Maker marked. Good condition.

WW1 BRITISH MODEL 1907 BAYONET AND SCABBARD WWI

Lot #130 (Sale Order 143 of 896)

A 1907 pattern bayonet and Mk l scabbard. The bayonet’s, contoured bird’s head pommel has a stud guide and stud, and a hole drilled straight through it. The contoured wooden grips are fixed with two screws. The contoured metal crossguard has a circular muzzle guide. The fullered blade measures approximately 43cm with the ricasso stamped to either side with the Government Acceptance Mark, as well as, the Kings Crown, dated 1907. The 45cm Mk l scabbard is comprised of thick, blackened leather, with its vertical seam to the reverse metal fittings to its top and bottom. The fitting to the top has a circular lug to its obverse center. Nice clean example.

WW1 FRENCH M1917 FLARE PISTOL WWI

Lot #131 (Sale Order 144 of 896)

This is a nice heavy Brass and Steel French signal pistol from the First World War. It is chambered for French 25-mm flare cartridges. It does not accept the 26.5-mm cartridges currently available nor commercial 1-inch cartridges. The bore diameter is 26.9 millimeters, and it is a top break design, with a breech locking lever on the bottom left frame, right above the Mod. 1917 designation. It is also marked with what may be the makers name, MÉCANICARM, as well as the serial number, 5263, which is also on the frame. This is one of several different French signal pistols with the M1917 model designation; this version has a 7-inch barrel steel barrel. There is also a letter V over a small arc on the barrel base rib. The frame is brass; the barrel, trigger, hammer, opening lever, internal parts, and lanyard ring are steel. The grip panels are wood with a diamond checkering. Excellent

M1860 STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD NAMED 4TH VA. INF. REG

Lot #132 (Sale Order 145 of 896)

M1860 Staff and Field Officer's sword by the McLilley Company Columbus Ohio and is named to the blade "Lieut. J.P. McHugh Co F 4th Reg. Va. Vols." Blade has light pitting and is double side engraved with typical military motifs with US and an American Eagle. Silver hilted sword is missing the wire wrap and measures 38 inches long with a Federal Eagle on the obverse clamshell guard and a Federal shield with coats of arms. The reverse clamshell folds down. The plated steel scabbard with brass furniture is also in very good condition with pierced filigree. Very Good

M1860 U.S. STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD GERMANY

Lot #132a (Sale Order 146 of 896)

The sword has a 29" engraved blade that is marked Germany. The blade is dark and may clean up better. Hilt is brass with Federal Eagle on clam shell. Pommel has modern nut holding it together. Metal scabbard has brass fittings and was painted black over nickel. 34 1/2" overall. Good

M1872 U.S. LIGHT CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD

Lot #132b (Sale Order 147 of 896)

The sword has a 29 1/2" blade that is dark. Brass hilt has eagle on and stars on base. The knucklebow is bent. Leather wrap is missing brass wire. Hilt has play to blade. 35" overall. Good

CIVIL WAR 24TH NEW YORK BATTERY UNIT HISTORY 1870

Lot #133 (Sale Order 148 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 24th New York Battery published in 1870 having a complete roster of the light artillery unit. Covers show wear but the book is still very sound. This battery, originally Battery B, Rocket Battalion of Artillery, became the 24th Battery November 1, 1862; the order making the change was, however, not approved until February 11, 1863. It was recruited principally in the counties of Monroe and Wyoming, and at Perry; organized at Buffalo, its organization completed at Albany; and there mustered in the service of the United States for three years December 7, 1861. At the expiration of its term of service, the men entitled thereto were mustered out and the battery retained in service. It left the State December 9, 1861, under Capt. J. E. Lee, and served at Washington, D. C., from December, 1861; in North Carolina, from April 23, 1862; in the 3d Brigade, 5th Division, 18th Corps, from December, 1862; in the district of Albemarle, N. C., from May, 1863; at Plymouth, N. C., from January, 1864; and in the district of North Carolina, Department of Virginia and North Carolina, from May, 1864; and March 8, 1865, it was transferred to the 3d Artillery as Battery L of the same, but did not join the regiment until May 28, 1865, when its war service had closed.

CIVIL WAR 10TH MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY UNIT HISTORY

Lot #134 (Sale Order 149 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 10th Massachusetts Infantry published in 1875 having a complete roster of the Infantry Regiment. Covers show wear but the book is still very sound. The 10th Regt. Mass. Vol. Inf. was composed of companies from the Connecticut Valley and the western part of the State. Five of these companies were in existence before the Civil War broke out, and five were recruited in May and June, 1861. The regiment rendezvoused at Hampden Park, Springfield, Mass., and Henry S. Briggs, a Pittsfield officer who had commanded a company in the 8th Regt. Mass. Vol. Mil., was made its colonel. The regiment was mustered into the service June 21, 1861. On July 10 it was reviewed by Gov. Andrew, and on the 15th received its colors presented by the ladies of Springfield. July 16 it entrained for Medford, Mass., where it remained at Camp Adams until the 25th, when it proceeded to Boston and took boats for Washington. Arriving at the capital on the 28th, it first encamped at Kalorama Heights, Georgetown, where it remained until August 6, when it was brigaded with the 7th Mass., 2d R. I., and 36th N. Y. Inf., and two days later removed to Brightwood. Col. Darius N. Couch, formerly commander of the 7th Mass., now commanded the brigade. At Brightwood the regiment spent most of the winter of 1861-62. Here it assisted in building Fort Massachusetts, later known as Fort Stevens. On March 27, 1862, the regiment left Washington by boat for Hampton Roads. On the 29th it disembarked at Hampton, Va., and soon joined in the advance toward Yorktown. During the succeeding weeks it participated in the Peninsular campaign, losing heavily at Fair Oaks and Malvern Hill. Here it formed a part of Devens' Brigade, Couch's Division, Keyes' (4th) Corps. Recalled from Harrison's Landing the last of August, on Sept. 1, it arrived at Alexandria and united with Gen. Pope's army at Chain Bridge on the following day. About the middle of the month it joined in the advance toward South Mountain and Antietam, but did not reach these fields until the fighting was over. Later in the fall it became a part of the 2d Brigade, 3d Division, 6th Corps, and remained with this corps until its termination of service. It was present without loss at Fredericksburg, Dec. 13, 1862, then went into winter quarters between Falmouth and White Oak Church. Early in May, 1863, it took part in the operations of the 6th Corps near Fredericksburg in cooperation with Hooker's flank movement to Chancellorsville. On May 3, it assisted in the capture of Marye's Heights, and had a part in the battle at Salem Heights on the same afternoon. Its loss in these engagements was very heavy. Its colonel, Henry L. Eustis, now became commander of the brigade. The 10th participated with the rest of the 6th Corps in the Gettysburg campaign, suffering only slight loss. After being present at the battle of Rappahannock Station, Nov. 7, and participating in the Mine Run campaign during the latter part of the same month, the regiment retired to Brandy Station and went into winter quarters. It now belonged to Eustis' (4th) Brigade, Getty's (2d) Division, Sedgwick's (6th) Corps. Colonel Parsons now commanded the regiment. On the first day of the battle of the Wilderness, May 5, 1864, Getty's Division, detached from its corps, held the crossing of the Plank and Brock roads and performed most gallant service, the 10th suffering severe loss. On the 8th, 10th, 12th, and 18th of May it was engaged at Spottsylvania, suffering very severely on the 12th, when it helped to support Hancock's assault on the Bloody Angle. Between May 5 and May 18, the regiment lost 220 officers and men, 45 of these being killed or mortally wounded. After participating with slight loss in the operationsaround Cold Harbor, the regiment crossed the James River, June 16, and advanced toward Petersburg, being engaged for the last time June 18 with slight loss. On the 19th it was withdrawn from the front, and its recruits and re-enlisted men were transferred to the 37th Regt. On June 21 it began its voyage homeward. Washington was reached June 22, and Springfield, Mass., on the 25th. On July 1 and 6, 1864, the regiment was mustered out of the United States service.

CIVIL WAR 18TH NEW HAMPSHIRE INFANTRY UNIT HISTORY

Lot #135 (Sale Order 150 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 18th New Hampshire Infantry published in 1904 having a complete roster of the Infantry Regiment. Covers show wear but the book is still very sound. By THOMAS L. LIVERMORE, late Colonel Eighteenth Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry. SIX companies of this regiment (A to F) were raised under the call of the president, July 18, 1864. They joined the Engineer Brigade, commanded by General Benham, at City Point, Va., October 4, 1864. Charles H. Bell, of Exeter, was appointed colonel, and James W. Carr, of Manchester, lieutenant-colonel, but both declined the commissions. October 13, Joseph M. Clough, of New London, lately a captain in the Fourth New Hampshire Volunteers, was commissioned lieutenant colonel, and William I. Brown, of Fisherville, then adjutant of the Ninth New Hampshire Volunteers, was commissioned major, and in the same month they joined the first six companies at City Point. Although the quota of the State, under the call of July 18, was completed, Governor Gilmore, by proclamation, October 13, caused enlistments for the last four companies to proceed in advance of the next call of the president of December 19, under which proclamation and call the regiment was completed. It was composed of excellent material. The members were almost entirely citizens of the State. A good many of them had seen service in other organizations, and the remainder were good men, whose delay in volunteering may fairly be presumed to have been justifiable. January 17, 1865, Thomas L. Livermore, of Milford, then major of the Fifth New Hampshire Volunteers, and acting assistant inspector-general of the Second Army Corps, on the staff of Major-General Humphries, was commissioned colonel. His muster was deferred under the regulation of the War Department that a regiment should not be entitled to a colonel until it had ten companies. Companies G and H joined the regiment at City Point in February, and Company I joined at Petersburg, in March. The tenth company (K) was mustered into service April 6, but on account of Lee's surrender, was detained at Galloup's Island, Boston Harbor, until May 6, when it was mustered out of service. The regiment remained a part of Benham's brigade until March 19, and was employed for some weeks in labor on the fortifications of City Point. December 10 the brigade moved, in severe weather, to the lines in front of Petersburg, and there occupied the works to the left of Fort Davis for several days. December 18, as a part of a temporary brigade detached under Lieutenant-Colonel Clough, it labored two weeks on the works at Bermuda Hundred, under order of General Ferrero; February 5, in Benham's brigade, the regiment marched to the front of Petersburg, and remained there a week. March 19, by order of General Meade, commanding the Army of the Potomac, the regiment was detached from Benham's brigade, and ordered to report to the commander of the Ninth Army Corps, to be disbanded and distributed among the New Hampshire regiments of that command. The personal intercession of Colonel Livermore at army headquarters, caused the order for disbandment to be revoked. Having reported to General Parke, commanding the Ninth Army Corps, March 25 the regiment supported the Eleventh Massachusetts Battery, in the engagement in which Fort Stedman was recaptured from the enemy, and on the same day it was assigned to the Third Brigade, First Division, Ninth Army Corps, and was posted in Fort Stedman, where it remained, under constant fire, until the fall of Petersburg. March 29 the regiment repelled a night attack, in which Major Brown was killed and Lieutenant-Colonel Clough was slightly wounded, and several enlisted men were killed and wounded. April 2 the regiment made ready for an assault on the enemy's line, which the division was ordered to make. Captain Greenough was wounded while forming the three companies which had been placed under his command for the advance party. The assault was countermanded. Later in the day, a skirmish line from the regiment, supported by three of its companies under Captain Potter, was thrown forward, and encountered a strong force, with a loss of one killed and several wounded. April 3 the regiment entered Petersburg, which had been abandoned by the enemy the night before, and then moved up the Southside Railroad to Ford's Station, where it remained until the 20th. Captain Potter was promoted to major April 4, and Colonel Livermore was mustered in and took command April 8. On the 20th the command marched for City Point, where it took steamer and arrived at Alexandria April 26, and then marched to Tennallytown, D. C., where it went into camp with its brigade, which included also the Twenty-ninth, Fifty-seventh, and Fifty-ninth Massachusetts Volunteers and One Hundredth Pennsylvania Volunteers.

CIVIL WAR 78th PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY UNIT HISTORY

Lot #136 (Sale Order 151 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 78th Pennsylvania Infantry published in 1905 having a complete roster of the Infantry Regiment. Excellent Seventy-eighth Infantry.-Cols., William Sirwell, Augustus B. Bonnaffon; Lieut.-Cols., Archibald Blakeley, A. B. Bonnaffon, Henry W. Torbett; Majs., A. B. Bonnaffon, James N. Hosey, Robert M. Smith. The 78th regiment was recruited in the late summer and early fall of 1861, and was mustered into the U.S. service from the middle of September to the middle of October at Camp Orr on the Allegheny river, for three years. Cos. B, F, G, I and K were raised in Armstrong county, C and E in Clarion, A in Indiana, D in Indiana and Cambria, and H in Butler. On Oct. 18, 1861, it left the state and proceeded by transport to Louisville, Ky., and thence by rail to Nolin creek, where it was assigned to Gen. McCook's division, Army of the Ohio, and was brigaded with the 78th Pa., 1st Wis., and 38th Ind., commanded by Brig.-Gen. James S. Negley. In December it moved with the brigade to Munfordville, Ky., and in March, 1862, it arrived with the division at Camp Andy Johnson, Nashville, Tenn. Throughout the remainder of the spring and summer it performed guard duty on the railroad from Nashville to Columbia, garrison duty at Pulaski and Rogersville, guard duty on the railroad from Columbia to Elk river, and was engaged in numerous skirmishes with the enemy's cavalry. While Buell's army was marching north into Kentucky, in the race with Gen. Bragg for Louisville, the 78th was ordered into the defenses of Nashville, where the garrison was often attacked. It was engaged at La Vergne, Neely's bend, White creek, Charlottsville and Franklin Pike, remaining in Nashville until Dec. 12, when it moved to Camp Hamilton, where it was assigned to Miller's brigade, of Negley's eighth division. It was heavily engaged at the sanguinary battle of Stone's River, or Murfreesboro, where it behaved with great gallantry, losing 190 men killed and wounded. In Jan., 1863, the Army of the Cumberland, under Gen. Rosecrans, was divided into three corps, the 14th, 2Oth and 21st, and the 78th was assigned to the 3rd brigade (Col. Miller), 2nd division (Gen. Negley), 14th corps (Gen. Thomas). It was engaged in provost duty at Murfreesboro until April, and in June shared in Rosecrans, campaign from Murfreesboro to Tullahoma. It then encamped at Decherd until Aug. 15, when it moved with the army in pursuit of Bragg. On Sept. 11, a part of the regiment was engaged at Dug gap, Ga., the whole regiment shared in the desperate fighting at Chickamauga and then retired with the army to Chattanooga. While here it was assigned to the 3rd brigade (Gen. Starkweather), 1st division (Gen. R. M. Johnson), 14th corps (Gen. John M. Palmer). In the decisive engagements at Orchard Knob, Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge, the 78th was engaged with small loss, and it participated in a reconnoissance to the summit of Lookout Mountain. In company with the 21st Wis., the regiment was assigned to duty on Lookout mountain until May, 1864, when it rejoined its brigade at Graysville and moved with Sherman's army on the Atlanta campaign. It saw much hard fighting at Tunnel Hill, Buzzard Roost gap, Resaca, Dallas, New Hope Church and in the long struggle before Kennesaw mountain. While in front of Kennesaw mountain it was ordered to Chattanooga to guard wagon trains to the front and was thus employed for three months, when it was ordered to report to Gen. Rousseau at Nashville. It was active at Pulaski, Tenn., and a little later was mounted and moved with Rousseau against the enemy's cavalry in Southern Tenn., returning to Nashville on Oct. 17. Its term of service having expired, all the original members, except the veterans and recruits, returned to Pennsylvania and were mustered out at Kittanning, Nov.4, 1864. The veterans and recruits remained at Nashville and in March, 1865, the regiment was recruited to the minimum strength by the assignment of eight new companies, commanded by Col. Bonnaffon. The regiment as thus organized was finale mustered out at Nashville on Sept. 11, 1865.

CIVIL WAR 20th MICHIGAN INFANTRY UNIT HISTORY 1904

Lot #137 (Sale Order 152 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 20th Michigan Infantry published in 1904 having a complete roster of the Infantry Regiment. Excellent 20th Regiment Infantry Organized at Jackson, Mich., August 15-19, 1862. Left State for Washington, D.C., September 1, thence march to Leesburg, Va., September 8, and to Sharpsburg, Md., September 18-22. Attached to 1st Brigade, 1st Division, 9th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, to April, 1863, and Army of the Ohio, to June, 1863. 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, 9th Army Corps, Army of the Tennessee, to August, 1863, Army of the Ohio to January, 1864. 1st Brigade, 1st Division, 9th Army Corps, Army Ohio, to April, 1864. 2nd Brigade, 3rd Division, 9th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, to September, 1864. 2nd Brigade, 1st Division, 9th Army Corps, to May, 1865. SERVICE.--Duty at Sharpsburg, Md., September 22 to October 6. 1862, and at Pleasant Valley, Md., until October 14, At Nolen's Ford to October 30. Advance on Culpeper November 2-15, and to Falmouth, Va., November 16-19. Battle of Fredericksburg, Va., December 12-15. "Mud March" January 20-24, 1863. At Falmouth until February 19. Moved to Newport News, Va., February 19, thence to Kentucky March 19-23. Duty at various points in Kentucky until June. Expedition to Monticello and operations in Southeast Kentucky April 26-May 12. Skirmish Alcorn's Distillery near Monticello May 9 (Detachment). Horse Shoe Bend, Ky., May 10. Moved to Vicksburg, Miss., June 3-14. Siege of Vicksburg June 14-July 4. Advance on Jacksoon, Miss., July 4-10. Siege of Jackson July 10-17. Destruction of Mississippi Central Railroad at Madison Station July 18-22. Camp at Milldale until August 4. Moved to Covington, Ky., thence to Crab Orchard, Ky., August 4-30. March to Knoxville, Tenn., September 10-26. Action at Blue Springs October 10. Duty at Lenoir Station until November 14. Knoxville Campaign November 4-December 24. Campbell's Station November 16. Siege of Knoxville November 17-December 5. Repulse of Longstreet's assault on Fort Saunders November 29. Pursuit of Longstreet to Bean's Station December 5-18. Strawberry Plains January 21-22, 1864. Advance to Morristown January 24-March 2. Reconnoissance to Chucky River March 14. Moved from Knoxville to Nicholasville, Ky., thence to Annapolis, Md., March 23-30. Campaign from the Rapidan to the James River May 4-June 15. Battles of the Wilderness May 5-7; Spottsylvania May 8-12; Ny River May 10; Spottsylvania Court House May 12-21. Assault on the Salient May 12. North Anna River May 23-26. Ox Ford May 23-24. On line of the Pamunkey May 26-28. Totopotomoy May 28-31. Cold Harbor June 1-12. Bethesda Church June 1-3. Before Petersburg June 16-18. Siege of Petersburg June 16, 1864, to April 2, 1865. Mine Explosion, Petersburg, July 30, 1864. Weldon Railroad August 18-21. Poplar Springs Church September 29-October 2. Reconnoissance on Vaughan and Squirrel Level Roads October 8. Boydton Plank Road, Hatcher's Run, October 27-28. Fort Stedman, Petersburg, March 25, 1865. Appomattox Campaign March 28-April 9. Assault on and capture of Petersburg April 2. Occupation of Petersburg April 3. Pursuit of Lee April 3-9. Moved to Alexandria April 20-24. Grand Review May 23. Mustered out May 30, 1865. Regiment lost during service 13 Officers and 111 Enlisted men killed and mortally wounded and 3 Officers and 175 Enlisted men by disease. Total 302.

CIVIL WAR 4th MINNESOTA INFANTRY UNIT HISTORY 1892

Lot #138 (Sale Order 153 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 4th Minnesota Infantry published in 1892 having a complete roster of the Infantry Regiment. Excellent Service The 4th Minnesota Infantry Regiment was mustered into Federal service by companies at Fort Snelling, Minnesota, between October 4 and December 23, 1861, and moved to Benton Barracks, St. Louis, Missouri, on April 23, 1862. The 4th Minnesota Infantry participated in Maj. Gen. Henry Wager Halleck's advance on and Siege of Corinth, Mississippi, from May 18 to May 30, 1862. The regiment participated in Ulysses S. Grant's Central Mississippi Campaign from November 1862 to January 1863. Participation in Grant's Vicksburg Campaign followed, with the 4th Minnesota fighting in the Battle of Port Gibson on May 1, 1863, the Battle of Raymond on May 12, the Battle of Jackson on May 14, the Battle of Champion's Hill May 16, the Battle of Big Black River on May 17 and the Siege of Vicksburg from May 18 to July 4, 1863. The regiment performed garrison duty at Vicksburg followed the surrender, remaining at that location until September 12, 1863. The regiment participated in the Third Battle of Chattanooga from November 23–27 1863, then was on garrison duty at Bridgeport and Huntsville in Alabama, until June 1864, having Veteranized during the spring of 1864. It participated in Sherman's March to the Sea from November 15 to December 10, 1864, finishing the war during the Carolinas Campaign from January to April 1865 and then participated in the Grand Review of the Armies on May 24, 1865. The 4th Minnesota Infantry was mustered out on July 19, 1865, and was discharged from service at St. Paul, Minnesota, on August 7, 1865. Casualties The 4th Minnesota Infantry suffered 3. officers and 58 enlisted men killed in action or who later died of their wounds, plus another 3 officers and 175 enlisted men who died of disease, for a total of 239 fatalities.

CIVIL WAR 1ST MAINE CAVALRY UNIT HISTORY 1887

Lot #139 (Sale Order 154 of 896)

Civil War unit history of the 1st Maine Cavalry published in 1887 having a complete roster of the Infantry Regiment. Excellent 1st Regiment, Maine Cavalry OVERVIEW: Organized at Augusta and mustered in November 5, 1861. Companies "A," "D," "E" and "F" moved to Washington, D. C., March 14-19, 1862; Companies "B," "I," "H" and "M" March 19-24, and Companies "C," "G," "K" and "L" to Washington March 19-28, 1862. Attached to Miles' Railroad Brigade, Army of Potomac, to May, 1862 (Cos. "A," "B," "E," "H" and "M"). Hatch's Cavalry Brigade, Banks' 5th Army Corps, and Dept. of the Shenandoah, to July, 1862 (Cos. "A," "B," "E," "H" and "M"). Abercrombie's Brigade, Williams' Division, Banks' 5th Army Corps, and Dept. of the Shenandoah, March to May, 1862 (Cos. "C," "D," "F," "G," "I," "K" and "L"). Bayard's Cavalry Brigade, Dept. of the Rappahannock, to July, 1862 (Cos. "C," "D," "F," "G," "I," "K" and "L"). Bayard's Cavalry Brigade, Army of Virginia, to September, 1862. Bayard's Cavalry Brigade, Cavalry Division, Army of the Potomac, to January, 1863. 1st Brigade, 3rd Division, Cavalry Corps, Army of the Potomac, to June, 1863. 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division, Cavalry Corps, June, 1863. 3rd Brigade, 2nd Division, Cavalry Corps, to October, 1863. 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division, Cavalry Corps, to October, 1864. 3rd Brigade, 2nd Division, Cavalry Corps, to August, 1865. SERVICE: Companies "A," "B," "E," "H" and "M" ordered to Harper's Ferry, W. Va., March, 1862, and guard duty along Baltimore & Ohio Railroad till May 19. Moved to Strasburg and operations in the Shenandoah Valley May 15-June 17. Action at Woodstock May 21, Strasburg May 22 (Cos. "H" and "M"), Middletown May 24. Winchester May 25. Retreat to Williamsport May 25-26. Winchester June 3. Milford June 24. Reconnoissance to Front Royal June 29-30. Luray June 30. Rejoin Regiment at Warrenton July 10. Companies "C," "D," "F," "G," "I," "K" and "L" moved to Warrenton March, 1862. Reconnoissance to the Rappahannock April 16 (Co. "C"). Reconnoissance to Liberty Church April 16 (Detachment). Reconnoissance to Culpeper Court House May 4-5. Brandy Station May 5. Join McDowell at Manassas Junction May 25. Milford July 2. Winchester July 3. Sperryville July 5. Regiment scouting on the Rappahannock during July. Reconnoissance to James City July 22-24. Slaughter House August 7. Robinson River August 8. Battle of Cedar Mountain August 9. Pope's Campaign in Northern Virginia August 16-September 2. Stevensburg, Raccoon Ford and Brandy Station August 20. Beverly Ford August 20. Fords of the Rappahannock August 21-23. Rappahannock Station August 24-25. Sulphur Springs August 27. Thoroughfare Gap August 28. Groveton August 29. Bull Run August 30. Mountsville, Centerville, Chantilly and Germantown August 31. Chantilly September 1. Frederick, Md., September 7 and 12. South Mountain September 14. Antietam September 16-17. At Frederick, Md., till November 2. Manassas Junction October 24. Middleburg October 30. Aldie October 31. Salem, New Baltimore and near Warrenton November 4. Rappahannock Station November 7-9. Battle of Fredericksburg December 12-15. Dumfries December 28. "Mud March" January 20-24, 1863. Rappahannock Bridge April 14. Stoneman's Raid April 29-May 8. Kelly's Ford April 29. Louisa Court House May 1-2. South Anna Bridge near Ashland May 3. Bealton May 10. Operations on Northern Neck May 20-26 (Detachment). Brandy Station and Beverly Ford June 9. Aldie June 17. Middleburg June 18-19. Upperville June 21. Hanover, Pa., June 30. Battle of Gettysburg, Pa., July 1-3. Steven's Furnace July 5. Hagerstown July 11. Funkstown, Md., July 12. Shephardstown and near Harper's Ferry July 14. Halltown and Charlestown July 15. Shephardstown July 16. Little Washington August 5. Beverly Ford August 15. Brandy Station September 6. Advance from the Rappahannock to the Rapidan September 13-17. Culpeper Court House September 13. Hazel River September 13. Raccoon Ford September 14. Culpeper September 20. White's Ford September 21-22. Bristoe Campaign October 9-22. Gaines' Cross Roads October 12. Warrenton or White Sulphur Springs October 12-13. Auburn and Bristoe October 14. St. Stephen's Church October 14. Blackburn's Ford October 15. Culpeper October 20. Near Bealton October 22. Rappahannock Crossing October 22. Rappahannock Station October 23. Advance to line of the Rappahannock November 7-8. Mine Run Campaign November 26-December 2. Morton's Ford November 26. New Hope Church November 27. Parker's Store November 29. Expedition to Luray December 21-23. Reconnoissance to Front Royal January 1-4, 1864. Near Salem January 3 (Detachment). Kilpatrick's Raid to Richmond February 28-March 4. Beaver Dam Station February 29. Fortifications of Richmond March 1. Brook's Turnpike March 1. Old Church March 2. Near Tunstall Station March 2. Rapidan Campaign May 3-June 15. Battles of Todd's Tavern May 5-6; Wilderness May 6-7; Todd's Tavern May 7-8. Sheridan's Raid May 9-24. North Anna River May 9-10. Ground Squirr

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT M24 STICK GRENADE WW2

Lot #140 (Sale Order 155 of 896)

M24 stick hand grenade with a sheet metal construction head and a lathed, subtly contoured, natural hardwood handle with a magnetic sheet metal fitting to both the top and bottom ends. The top end of the handle has a screw threaded sheet metal fitting. The top fitting was designed to screw into the bottom of the sheet metal grenade head. The bottom of the wooden handle has a removable, screw threaded sheet metal cap with a corresponding screw threaded sheet metal receiver. Pull ball and string are are missing. The sheet metal head retains most of its original field-gray paint with a small hole to the top of the head. Handle is marked 42 gck. Very Good The high explosive, concussion, M24 stick grenade was a modification of the WWI German M1915 stick grenade and was to become the most common grenade used by Germany during WWII. Modifications of the M24 resulted in the longer M39 grenade in 1939 and the M43 grenade with a different fuze insertion configuration in 1943. The M24, M39 and M43 grenades were all armed with TNT with a four to five second time delay fuse and had an effective radius of approximately twelve to fourteen yards.

WWI BOOK AMERICAN NEGRO IN THE WAR - 1919

Lot #141 (Sale Order 156 of 896)

1919 First edition history written by Emmett Scott detailing the history and experience of black soldiers in World War One. 512 pages and numerous photographs of African American officers and enlisted men. Spine and all pages intact . Shows minor scuffing and wear.

WW1 US AIR SERVICE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR UNIFORM WWI

Lot #142 (Sale Order 157 of 896)

WWI US Air Service Flight Instructor's Uniform by Abercrombie & Fitch. Roughly a size 36R, this Officer's grade uniform is in excellent condition. The mustard yellow, wool tunic has a five button front with a stand up collar with a pair of hooks and corresponding eyelets. Integral button shoulder straps, button flap breast and hip pockets with straight sleeves finishes the tunic. To each collar point is a U.S. collar badge and a pair of Signal Air Service collar badges. Sewn to the lower right arm a flight instructor wing in bullion thread. A single rank bar is affixed to each shoulder strap representing the rank of 1st Lieutenant. The interior is fully lined with a breast pocket to the left panel. The matching trousers are in equally excellent condition with a roughly 32 inch waist. The United States Army Air Service (USAAS) "U.S. Air Service" and before its legislative establishment in 1920, the "Air Service, United States Army" was the aerial warfare service component of the United States Army between 1918 and 1926 and a forerunner of the United States Air Force. It was established as an independent but temporary branch of the U.S. War Department during World War I by two executive orders of President Woodrow Wilson: on May 24, 1918, replacing the Aviation Section, Signal Corps as the nation's air force; and March 19, 1919, establishing a military Director of Air Service to control all aviation activities. Its life was extended for another year in July 1919, during which time Congress passed the legislation necessary to make it a permanent establishment. The National Defense Act of 1920 assigned the Air Service the status of "combatant arm of the line" of the United States Army with a major general in command.In France, the Air Service of the American Expeditionary Force, a separate entity under commanding General John J. Pershing that conducted the combat operations of U.S. military aviation, began field service in the spring of 1918. By the end of the war, the Air Service used 45 squadrons to cover 137 kilometers (85 miles) of front from Pont-à-Mousson to Sedan. 71 pursuit pilots were credited with shooting down five or more German aircraft while in American service. Overall the Air Service destroyed 756 enemy aircraft and 76 balloons in combat. 17 balloon companies also operated at the front, making 1,642 combat ascensions. 289 airplanes and 48 balloons were lost in battle. The Air Service was the first form of the air force to have an independent organizational structure and identity. Although officers concurrently held rank in various branches, after May 1918 their branch designation in official correspondence while on aviation assignment changed from "ASSC" (Aviation Section, Signal Corps) to "AS, USA" (Air Service, United States Army). After July 1, 1920, its personnel became members of the Air Service branch, receiving new commissions. During the war its responsibilities and functions were split between two coordinate agencies, the Division of Military Aeronautics (DMA) and the Bureau of Aircraft Production (BAP), each reporting directly to the Secretary of War, creating a dual authority over military aviation that caused unity of command difficulties. The seven-year history of the post-war Air Service was marked by a prolonged debate between adherents of airpower and the supporters of the traditional military services about the value of an independent Air Force. Airmen such as Brig. Gen. Billy Mitchell supported the concept. The Army's senior leadership from World War I, the United States Navy, and the majority of the nation's political leadership favored integration of all military aviation into the Army and Navy. Aided by a wave of pacifism following the war that drastically cut military budgets, opponents of an independent air force prevailed. The Air Service was renamed the Army Air Corps in 1926 as a compromise in the continuing struggle.

WW1 AUSTRIAN MEDAL GROUPING BRAVERY MEDALS WWI

Lot #143 (Sale Order 158 of 896)

WW1 Austrian medal lot of 10 to include 1) Silver Bravery Medal Second Class. Silver Bravery Medal Second Class - Franz Joseph I (1849-1916), Type III (1866-1914), 31mm, dark original patina, with old ribbon, contact marks, in good condition. 2) WWI Austrian Bravery Medal. WWI Austrian Bravery Medal - Karl I (1917-1918). Silver, 40.2 mm, original ribbon, light contact and wear, better than very fine. 3) A 1916 Iron Cross of Merit with Crown, constructed of magnetic metal, on loop for suspension from its period original tri-fold ribbon, consisting of a Ruppert Cross, the obverse with a central monogram of Franz Joseph I circumscribed by an inscription of “VIRIBUS UNITIS” (“UNITED FORCES”), the reverse with a central date of “1916”, unmarked, measuring 34.55 mm (w) x 56.85 mm (h), weighing 15.6 grams (inclusive of ribbon), in better than very fine condition. 4) Karl Troop Cross (war materials, 29.5 mm). Light contact, better than very fine. 5) Austrian Military Merit Medal Bronze Grade Franz Joseph I. Bronze gilt, 31.5 mm x 52 mm, crossed bronze swords on its original triangular ribbon, oxidation spot on the obverse, light contact, better than very fine. 6) First Republic: War Commemorative Medal 1914-1918 (in bronze, measuring 36 mm in diameter). 7) BRONZE BRAVERY MEDAL “DER TAPFERKEIT” FRANZ JOSEPH I. 4th Type (1914-1918), instituted in 1789. Breast Badge, 31 mm, bronze, original suspension ring and triangular ribbon. I 8) KARL I. BRAVERY MEDAL – BRONZE – FORTITVDINI. Type with portrait of Emperor Karl I, awarded 1917-1918. Stamped with punchcutter’s (medallist) name Kautsch under portrait. Bronze with nice patina. Very good condition, on old triangle ribbon 9) Mobilization medal 1912 / 1913 10) Österreich Medaille Das Land Tirol den Verteidigern des Vaterlandes 1914-1918

WW1 AUSTRIAN MEDAL GROUPING BRAVERY MEDALS WWI

Lot #144 (Sale Order 159 of 896)

WW1 Austrian medal lot of 12 to include 1) Military Merit Badge in Silver with Swords, constructed of silver, with a crown and suspension loop connecting to a period original tri-fold ribbon with sword clasp, the obverse with a rightward-facing profile of Franz Joseph I, the reverse with an inscription of “SIGNUM LAUDIS” (“SIGN OF PRAISE”) within a laurel and oak wreath, with an illegible maker’s mark on the suspension ring, measuring 30.73 mm (w) x 51.63 mm (h), weighing 23.2 grams (inclusive of ribbon), in extremely fine condition. 2) WWI Austrian Karl Troop Cross. 3) Austrian Long Service Cross For 12 Years. NCOs and Enlisted Men for Twelve Years' Service, 4th Issue (1911-1913). In bronze, measuring 34.3 mm (w) x 37.8 mm (h) 4) Austria Mobilization Cross Balkan Wars 1912 1913 Austrian KuK Military Medal 5) 1914-1918 FUR OSTERREICH MILITARY MEDAL "FOR AUSTRIA" 6) TIROLER LANDESDENKMUNZE 1914-1918. medal with ribbon Circular gold medal. The obverse bears the Austrian eagle with a laurel wreath above. The reverse bears the inscription DAS LAND TIROL DEN VERTEIDIGERN DES VATERLANDS 1914-1918, surrounded by an oak wreath. The ribbon has a central red stripe flanked by white stripes with thin light green stripes near the edges. 7) 1914-1918 FUR OSTERREICH MILITARY MEDAL "FOR AUSTRIA" 8) TIROLER LANDESDENKMUNZE 1914-1918. medal with ribbon Circular gold medal. The obverse bears the Austrian eagle with a laurel wreath above. The reverse bears the inscription DAS LAND TIROL DEN VERTEIDIGERN DES VATERLANDS 1914-1918, surrounded by an oak wreath. The ribbon has a central red stripe flanked by white stripes with thin light green stripes near the edges. 9) KARL I. BRAVERY MEDAL – BRONZE – FORTITVDINI. Obverse Awarded to non-commissioned officers and other ranks for a deed of bravery in war; first class in gold, second class in silver and third class in bronze. Bust right. Lettering: CAROLUS D.G. IMP. AUST. REX BOH. ETC. ET REX APOST. HUNG. (signed:) KAUTSCH Reverse Wreath Lettering: FORTITVDINI 10) Medal For Military Merit 'Signum Laudis' On War Ribbon With Crossed Swords, Emperor Franz Joseph 1st Issue, 1914-1916. Bronze Gilt, On Original Trifold Ribbon. 11) Austrian Regimental Badge with fine enamels 12) Military Merit Badge in Gold, with a crown and suspension loop connecting to a period original tri-fold ribbon, the obverse with a rightward-facing profile of Franz Joseph I, the reverse with an inscription of “SIGNUM LAUDIS” (“SIGN OF PRAISE”) within a laurel and oak wreath, with an illegible maker’s mark on the suspension ring, measuring 30.73 mm (w) x 51.63 mm (h), weighing 23.2 grams (inclusive of ribbon), in extremely fine condition.

WW1 WWII US & GERMAN PHOTO LOT CVD PHOTO POSTCARDS

Lot #144a (Sale Order 160 of 896)

WW1 & WWII Photograph and letter lot to include 1) 6 Imperial German CDV's or Carte de visite with 3 images being armed. 2) 8 WW1 Imperial German photos most with writing to the reverse of the image. 3) 2 large studio portraits of a 1st Lieutenant taken by Bradley Studios of New York City. 4) 14 US Doughboy photo postcards with 6 of them being patched uniforms including Armored, 37th Division, Advanced Service of Supply, 2nd Division, 5th Division and General Headquarters patch. 5) 3 WWII photos including 2 Marines and 1 Constabulary Corporal 6) 10 letters written by a member of the 38th Division and all are V-mail.

WW1 & WWII FRENCH MEDAL LOT OF 13 VALOR MEDALS

Lot #145 (Sale Order 161 of 896)

WW1 & WWII French Medal lot to include: 1) Croix de Guerre with Palm 1939 1940 The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1939 1940" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with four green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 2) French Military Medal Médaille Militaire. Fourth Republic: Military Medal in silvered bronze with blue enamels, the obverse centerpiece with one star designating it as the Fourth Republic version, measuring 27 mm (w) x 48.5 mm (h) inclusive of its uniface trophy-of-arms suspension, original ribbon. 3) Croix de Guerre 1914 1918 The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1914 1918" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with six green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 4) France, III Republic. A Military Medal Médaille Militaire, C.1918. (Médaille Militaire). Instituted in 1852. Type III with Uniface Trophy-of-Arms. In silver gilt with blue enamels, dual cornucopia measuring 27.3 mm (w) x 46.3 mm (h) inclusive of its trophy-of-arms suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with dual prong pinback. 5) Croix de Guerre with Star 1939. The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1939" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with four green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 6) French Military Medal Médaille Militaire. Fourth Republic: Military Medal in silvered bronze with blue enamels, the obverse centerpiece with one star designating it as the Fourth Republic version, measuring 27 mm (w) x 48.5 mm (h) inclusive of its uniface trophy-of-arms suspension, original ribbon. 7) Croix de Guerre 1914 1918 with Two Stars. The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1914 1918" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with six green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 8) Croix de Guerre 1914 1917 with Two Stars. The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1914 1917" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with six green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 9) France, III Republic. A Military Medal Médaille Militaire, C.1918. (Médaille Militaire). Instituted in 1852. Type III with Uniface Trophy-of-Arms. In silver gilt with blue enamels, dual cornucopia measuring 27.3 mm (w) x 46.3 mm (h) inclusive of its trophy-of-arms suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with dual prong pinback. 10) Croix de Guerre 1914 1918 The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1914 1918" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with six green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 11) Croix de Guerre with Palm and Star 1914 1918 The 4cm x 4cm cross, consists of a four sided cannon cross with crossed swords. The date, "1914 1918" is embossed on the reverse. The ribbon is red with six green central stripes. There is no pin clasp to the ribbon. 12) Croix de Guerre des Théâtres d'Opérations Extérieurs with Star. (bronze, 37.8 mm) 13) Verdun Medal, created 20 November 1916, for issue to the soldiers in the battle for Verdun -- February to November 1916. There were six or seven different designs for the Verdun Medal's medallion. These were unofficial awards as far as the nation of France was concerned. As such, they could not be 'legally' worn on the military uniform as part of parade-dress. They were awarded by the town itself, to Allied servicemen who fought between the Argonne and St. Mihel. As such, many American soldiers came back with this medal. Other versions of Verdun medal were struck as replacements, commemoratives, or just souvenirs, so possession of a Verdun medals does not necessarily denote active service in that area. The original design was the "Vernier" -- Obverse -- Reverse. Here, too, is an award certificate for the Verdun medal. Note the dates in the 1920s. A 'coin' version of the Vernier medal was issued before the wearable one, suspended from a ribbon. Note the different signature and higher level of detail in this die.

M1910 T-HANDLE SHOVEL W 1905 SHOVEL COVER

Lot #146 (Sale Order 162 of 896)

U.S. Army M1910 T-Handle Shovel Stamped U.S. on both the metal and wood handle. The M1905 Shovel Cover Features crossed infantry rifles with a rewgimental designation that is partially gone and company letter "C". Cover still retains the original Krag bayonet hanger. Overall very good condition

U.S. ARMY MODEL 1905 SHOVEL COVER - R.I.A. 1909

Lot #147 (Sale Order 163 of 896)

United States Army Rock Island Arsenal 1909 dated M1905 shovel cover. This example is complete and in overall excellent condition. Leather is still supple with no crack or tears. Canvas is intact with no rips or tears. Krag bayonet hanger has some minor surface rust.

INDIAN WARS WW1 US CAVALRY CANTEEN SWORD STRAPS

Lot #148 (Sale Order 164 of 896)

Indian Wars, WW1 & WWII Cavalry gear lot to include 1) Indian Wars Cavalry sword hangers in leather with brass furniture marked RIA Rock Island Arsenal 2) M1916 Cavalry Canteen Cover and Leather Harness. Maker marked J.Q.M.D. 1935 in excellent condition. 3) M1904 Cavalry Canteen Hangers maker marked R.I.A. 1905 in near mint condition. 4) M1904 Cavalry Canteen Hangers maker marked R.I.A. 1905 in near mint condition. 5) M1936 Cavalry Canteen Hanger also in excellent condition.

WW1 US ARMY M 1910 HOSPITAL MEDIC EAGLE SNAP BELT

Lot #149 (Sale Order 165 of 896)

M 1910 United States Army Mills enlisted man's medical belt. This example features the eagle snap buttons that are stamped on the underside "Mills Military Fastener" with the bullet logo. The Mills “BULLET” trademark and Jan. 2, 1917patent dates are on both brass retainers. Belt is complete with no rips or tears and only minor staining.

WWII ESCAPE AND EVASION C/D MAP D-DAY USED WW2

Lot #150 (Sale Order 166 of 896)

C/D map used during the battle of D-Day. Side C features Holland,. Belgium, (except west coast) France (North East), Germany (West & Central). SIde D features France (South East) Germany (South West), Switzerland (Except South East). The inset on side D is of Belgium & Germany (New Frontier). Measures approximately 28" x 29". Overall excellent condition with no rips, tears, or stains and only the expected folds.

WW1 US ARMY M1917 KNUCKLE KNIFE LF&C WWI

Lot #151 (Sale Order 167 of 896)

U.S. World War 1 1917 L.F.& C. trench knife in very good condition. This knife measures 14" overall. The blade itself measures 9". This knife has 6 point knuckle guard. 'U.S. L.F.&C. 1917' is stamped on the guard. The scabbard is stamped 'M.S.' on the upper and lower fitting. The green leather portion of the scabbard is stamped 'JEWELL - 1918'.

WWI U.S. M1905 BAYONET 1906 WITH 1907 SCABBARD

Lot #152 (Sale Order 168 of 896)

M1905 Rock Island Arsenal bayonet stamped on the ricasso RIA with an ordnance bomb and 1906. The reverse ricasso is stamped "US". The leather scabbard is stamped " R. I. A. 1907 H.E.K." Scabbard in overall excellent condition with some minor wear. The grips are in near mint condition. Blade retains most of the original finish with no signs of sharpening.

WW1 M1917 PLUMB BOLO KNIFE and METAL SCABBARD WWI

Lot #153 (Sale Order 169 of 896)

14 3/4" overall, nice markings and dated on both sides of blade.. Blade retains some of the original finish. Nice scabbard.. Good

WW1 & WWII IMPERIAL GERMAN MEDAL BAR LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #154 (Sale Order 170 of 896)

Imperial German medal bar lot to include 1) 5 placement medal bar including Iron Cross 2nd class, Braunschweig Landwehr cross, Combatants Cross of Honor 1914/1918, War Commemorative Medal (Austria) and finally the 1914-18 Hungarian Combatant’s Commemorative Service Medal, 2) Three placement medal bar to include Iron Cross 2nd Class, Combatants Cross of Honor 1914/1918 and finally the 25 year faithful service medal.

WW1 FIRST PATTERN M1910 SEAMLESS CANTEEN W/ COVER

Lot #155 (Sale Order 171 of 896)

This is a very rare World War I United States Army "spun" or "seamless" canteen with cup and cover. In 1916 a limited number of canteens were manufactured using the "spun" process. This canteen featured the 1910 flat cap. The canteen is in very good condition with original cup and mounted Cavalry Cover. Excellent.

WWII US THOMPSON DRUM MAGAZINE POUCH 1942 DATED

Lot #156 (Sale Order 172 of 896)

Original US WWII Thompson Drum Magazine Pouch Dated 1942. Nicely used drum magazine pouch that is maker marked and dated 1942 under the flap. There are no holes or rips or tears. Very good condition. World War II In 1938, the Thompson submachine gun was adopted by the U.S. military, serving during World War II and beyond. There were two military types of Thompson SMG. The M1928A1 had provisions for box and drum magazines. It had a Cutts compensator, cooling fins on the barrel, employed a delayed blowback action and its charging handle was on the top of the receiver. The M1 and M1A1 had a barrel without cooling fins, a simplified rear sight, provisions only for box magazines, employed a straight blowback action and the charging handle was on the side of the receiver. Over 1.5 million military Thompson submachine guns were produced during World War II. Magazine developments Military users of the M1928A1 had complaints about the "L" fifty-round drum magazine; the British Army officially criticized "their excessive weight, the rattling sound they made" and shipped thousands back to the U.S. in exchange for box magazines. The Thompson had to be cocked, bolt retracted ready to fire, to attach the drum. It attached and detached by sliding sideways, which made magazine changes slow and also created difficulty in clearing a cartridge malfunction ("jam"). Reloading an empty drum with cartridges was an involved process. In contrast, the "XX" twenty-round box magazine was light and compact, it tended not to rattle, and could be inserted with the bolt safely closed. It was quickly attached and detached and was removed downward, making clearing jams easier. The box tripped the bolt open lock when empty, facilitating magazine changes. An empty box was easily reloaded with loose rounds. However, users complained it was limited in capacity. In the field, some soldiers would tape two "XX" magazines together in what would be known as "jungle style" to quicken magazine changes. Two alternatives to the "L" drum and "XX" box magazines were tested December 6, 1941, at Fort Knox: an extended thirty-round box magazine and a forty-round magazine made by welding two 20-round magazines face to face, jungle style. Testers considered both superior to either the "XX" box or "L" drum. The 30-round box was approved as standard in December 1941 to replace the "XX" and "L" magazines. (The concept of welding two box magazines face-to-face was carried over with the UD 42 submachine gun.) M1 development The staff of Savage Arms looked for ways to simplify the M1928A1, producing a prototype in February 1942 which was tested at Aberdeen Proving Ground in March 1942; Army Ordnance approved adoption as the M1 in April 1942. M1s were made by Savage Arms and by Auto-Ordnance. M1s were issued with the 30-round box magazine and would accept the earlier 20-round box, but would not accept the drum magazine. Combat use The Thompson was used in World War II in the hands of Allied troops as a weapon for scouts, non-commissioned officers (corporal, sergeant, and higher), and patrol leaders, as well as commissioned officers, tank crewmen, and soldiers performing raids on German positions. In the European theater, the gun was widely utilized in British and Canadian commando units, as well as in the U.S. Army paratrooper and Ranger battalions, where it was issued more frequently than in line infantry units because of its high rate of fire and its stopping power, which made it very effective in the kinds of close combat these special operations troops were expected to undertake. Military Police were fond of it, as were paratroopers, who "borrowed" Thompsons from members of mortar squads for use on patrols behind enemy lines. The gun was prized by those lucky enough to get one and proved itself in the close street fighting that was encountered frequently during the invasion of France. A Swedish variant of the M1928A1, the Kulsprutepistol m/40 (submachine gun, model 40), served in the Swedish Army between 1940 and 1951. Through Lend-Lease, the Soviet Union also received the Thompson, but due to a shortage of appropriate ammunition, its use was not widespread. In the Malayan Campaign, the Burma Campaign and the Pacific Theater, Lend-Lease issue Thompsons were used by the British Army, Indian Army, Australian Army infantry and other Commonwealth forces. They used the Thompson extensively in jungle patrols and ambushes, where it was prized for its firepower, though it was criticized for its hefty weight and poor reliability. Difficulties in supply eventually led to its replacement in Australian Army units in 1943 by other submachine guns such as the Owen and Austen, and British forces also largely replaced it with the Sten gun. Thompsons were also given to the Royal Australian Air Force and Royal Australian Navy.

TIFFANY SILVER PLATE PRESENTED TO RICHARD F. HOYT

Lot #157 (Sale Order 173 of 896)

18" Sterling Silver plate signed by Tiffany & Co. Dated 1918, and has the Aircraft Service insignia at the top. Engraved in the center "TO RICHARD F. HOYT In appreciation of his good fellowship while secretary of the Wright Martin Aircraft Corporation during the war from his coworkers." Richard F. Hoyt was the Chariman of Wright Aviation during World War I and later in life he was the chariman of Madison Square Garden and was director of many companies and financial institutions. He was awarded the President's Cup by President Herbert Hoover in 1929 for achievements including his major contributions to military aviation during World War I. Plate has some age, but is a remarkable part of American aviation history. Excellent

WW1 USMC SERVICE FOREST GREEN TUNIC SIZE 3 WWI

Lot #158 (Sale Order 174 of 896)

Constructed from green wool, the tunic is fitted with a set of "eagle and anchor" buttons, with the "eagle, globe and anchor". Tunic has a high stand up collar with four pockets. The breast pockets are pleated where the hip pockets are not. The interior is lined in green twill cloth, with size # 3 and date markings. NEAR MINT

WW1 ENLISTED COLLAR BRASS LOT ARTLLERY INFANTRY

Lot #158a (Sale Order 175 of 896)

Large lot 9 of WW1 US Collar Devices lot to include 1) US 314 2) USNA 323 3) Artillery 4) Artillery S Battalion 5) 1 Artillery D Battalion 6) A Artillery Battalion 7) Cavalry 8) 107h Artillery HQ 9) 3 Crossed Rifle I Company. All are excellent

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN SILVER PLAQUE KAISER WILHELM

Lot #159 (Sale Order 176 of 896)

Stunningly elegantly crafted silver plated plaque of Kaiser Wilhelm measuring 13 1/2 X 17 1/4 inches. The Kaiser is wearing his famous Prussian Garde du Corps/Garde Kürrassier Helmet with a side profile. Excellent Wilhelm II (Friedrich Wilhelm Viktor Albert; 27 January 1859 – 4 June 1941), anglicised as William II, was the last German Emperor (Kaiser) and King of Prussia, reigning from 15 June 1888 until his abdication on 9 November 1918. Despite strengthening Germany's position as a great power by building a blue-water navy and promoting scientific innovation, his tactless public statements greatly antagonized the international community and his foreign policy was seen by many as one of the causes for the outbreak of World War I. When the German war effort collapsed after a series of crushing defeats on the Western Front in 1918, he was forced to abdicate, thereby bringing an end to the three-hundred-year rule of the House of Hohenzollern. As the eldest grandchild of Queen Victoria, Wilhelm's first cousins included King George V of the United Kingdom and many princesses who, along with Wilhelm's sister Sophia, became European consorts. For most of his life before becoming emperor, he was second in line to succeed his grandfather Wilhelm I on the German and Prussian thrones after his father, Frederick. His grandfather and father both died in 1888, the Year of the Three Emperors, and Wilhelm ascended the throne as German emperor and king of Prussia on 15 June 1888. On 20 March 1890, he dismissed the German Empire's powerful longtime chancellor, Otto von Bismarck. After Bismarck's departure, Wilhelm II assumed direct control over his nation's policies and embarked on a bellicose 'New Course' to cement its status as a respected world power. Subsequently, over the course of his reign, Germany acquired territories in China and the Pacific (such as Kiautschou Bay, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Caroline Islands) and became Europe's largest manufacturer. However, he frequently undermined such progress by making threatening statements towards other countries and voicing xenophobic views without consulting his ministers. Likewise, his regime did much to alienate itself from the world's other powerful nations by initiating a massive naval build-up, challenging French control of Morocco, and building a railway through Baghdad that threatened Britain's dominion in the Persian Gulf. By the second decade of the 20th century, Germany could rely only on significantly weaker nations such as Austria-Hungary and the declining Ottoman Empire as its allies. Wilhelm II's turbulent reign culminated in Germany's guarantee of military support to Austria-Hungary during the crisis of July 1914, one of the direct underlying causes for World War I. A lax wartime leader, he left virtually all decision-making regarding strategy and organisation of the war effort to the Imperial German Army'sGreat General Staff. By 29 August 1916, this broad delegation of power resulted in a de factomilitary dictatorship that dominated national policy for the rest of the conflict. Despite emerging victorious over Russia and achieving significant gains in Eastern Europe, Germany was forced to relinquish all its conquests after its forces' decisive defeat in November 1918. After serving as emperor for 30 of the 47 years of the existence of the German Empire, Wilhelm II ultimately lost the support of the military and many of his subjects. The German Empire was converted from a monarchy to a semi-presidential republic as a result of the German Revolution of November 1918, at which time Wilhelm abdicated his throne and fled to exile in the Netherlands. He remained there during the German occupation in World War II, and died in 1941.

WW2 NAZI DER KAMPF IM WEFTEN SLIDE BOOK & OPTICS

Lot #160 (Sale Order 177 of 896)

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAF FLAG with FRINGE ORTS LEVEL

Lot #161 (Sale Order 178 of 896)

A 1937 pattern, 125cm x 120cm, double-sided, multi-piece cotton construction factory unit flag, trimmed to all but the hoist edge in 50mm long twisted silver/aluminum wire fringe. The flag features a red base field upon which is sewn a white bordered, black DAF fourteen cog wheel encompassing a white circular field with a black mobile swastika sewn to its center. The top right hoist corner (canton) has sewn to it a light brown wool patch with a white chain stitched location Gothic script; "Breitungen 2". This patch is trimmed in blue cotton tress, signifying the Orts level. Nice worn and used example showing the expected age and wear. With the dissolution of all Free Trade Unions in Germany in May 1933, the Deutsche Arbeitsfront (German Labor Front) was established to replace the unions and to educate the workers in industry and commerce for the smooth and efficient operation of all labor in the Third Reich. In October 1934 the DAF was given official status as a sub-section of the NSDAP, and in March 1936 it was recognized as an independent NSDAP affiliated association and granted control of its own monetary budget. Regulations for DAF flags were addressed in June 1934, dictating that any DAF unit with more then two hundred personnel were authorized the use of a DAF flag. Originally, the DAF flags featured the cogged wheel emblem on a white circular field, but this was altered in 1935 to show the emblem with a narrow white outer border. In 1937 the DAF flag was altered again by the addition of a silver fringe to all but the hoist edge.

WWII BRITISH FAIRBAIRN SYKES B2 2nd PATTERN KNIFE

Lot #162 (Sale Order 179 of 896)

World War II era Fairbairn Sykes commando fighting knife. This one is marked on the topside of the crossguard with the British broad arrow and the "B2" indicating it was the first run of FS fighting knives made under war contract by Wilkinson Sword Co of England. Also marked "ENGLAND" on the underside of the guard. Blade is blued finish, near 100% with light wear. Handle shows wear and discoloration, but is solid. The scabbard is in excellent condition. Excellent

WW2 NAZI LUFTWAFFE SIGNALS OBERFELDWEBEL'S UNIFORM

Lot #163 (Sale Order 180 of 896)

Nice quality, 1935 pattern, Luftwaffe blue/gray wool/rayon blend construction tunic features a vertical, four button, front closure with small fold back lapels and a lay down collar. The tunic has four, pleated, front pockets with straight edged button down flaps. The breast pockets are the basic patch type while the hip pockets are the saddlebag type with expanding side panels. The right breast has a machine embroidered, second pattern, (circa 1938-45), Luftwaffe eagle in silver/gray threads on a cut-out blue/grey wool base. The eagle is neatly handstitched to the tunic. The straight cut, non-adjustable sleeves have deep, fold back, French cuffs which are tacked in the upright position at both the inner and outer sleeve seams. The side panels at the waistline each have four vertically aligned, horizontal thread loops and a central vertical slash for the belt support hooks. The reverse of the tunic has a central, vertical, tail skirt vent. The tunic has sewn on shoulder straps in Luftwaffe blue/gray wool with cinnamon brown wool waffenfarbe piping. The lay down collar has the typical zig-zag reinforcement stitching to the reverse. The forward edge of the collar is trimmed in twisted bullion cording. The collar has cinnamon brown wool collar tabs with four silver gulls. The interior of the tunic is fully lined in ribbed, gray cotton twill and has a horizontal slash pocket to the left breast panel. The interior side panels at the waistline each have a ribbed, vertical, gray cotton twill strap with six stitched eyelets to each to secure the belt support hooks. Superb issue, maker & size markings. Also marked "LBA38", indicating Luftwaffenbekleidungsamt, (Air-Force Clothing Depot, 1938). The buttons are all the bright, silver washed, pebbled alloy type and appear to have their original stitching. The tunic is roughly size 30" chest. The reverse of the coat has a old repair as seen in the photos. The Reichsluftwaffe was official established on February 26TH 1935 as the third branch of service of the Armed Forces. On March 9TH 1935 the formation of the new Reichsluftwaffe was announced to the foreign press and on March 16TH conscription was reintroduced for all three branches of service. On May 21ST 1935 the Reichsluftwaffe designation was altered to Luftwaffe. The standard pattern service uniform was adopted by the Luftwaffe in March 1935, and was based on the uniform worn by personnel in the Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), a civilian forerunner of the Luftwaffe, as early as 1933, with minor modifications. The 1935 pattern uniform tunic was designated Tuchrock, (Cloth tunic), and was worn open at the neck. On November 11TH 1938 a new pattern tunic was introduced that had allowances for it to be worn closed at the neck. The 1938 pattern tunic was designated Anzugrock, (Uniform tunic), and was intended to replace the 1935 pattern Tuchrock and Fliegerbluse, (Flight Blouse). The 1938 pattern tunic eventually did replace the Tuchrock, but not the Fliegerbluse. Officer and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Luftwaffe’s Verkaufabteilung, (Air-Force Sales Department), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their uniforms from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase uniform items of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their uniforms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored uniforms although the price may have been restrictive. The different branches of service within the Luftwaffe were allocated specific identifying waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service), colors with brown being chosen for personnel serving with the Signal units which was generally displayed as collar piping for EM/NCO’s, (discontinued in March 1940), on the collar tabs and as piping on the shoulder strap/boards of the service tunic.

WWII NAZI GERMAN OLD STYLE SERVICE UNIFORM WW2

Lot #164 (Sale Order 181 of 896)

Very nice quality, field-gray wool construction tunic with a subtle whipcord weave. The tunic features an eight button front closure with dual metal hooks and eyes at the neck. The edge of the left front closure panel is fully trimmed in yellow wool waffenfarbe while the edge of the right front closure panel has the golden yellow waffenfarbe running from the waistline to the bottom of the tail skirt. The tunic features two pleated patch breast pockets and two diagonally angled slash hip pockets, all with scalloped button down flaps. The right breast has a Officer’s quality machine embroidered breast eagle. The eagle is neatly handstitched to the tunic. Original awards loops for two badges and one ribbon bar to the left breast. Original signal trade badge to the lower right sleeve. The straight cut, non-adjustable, sleeves have deep, fold back French cuffs which are stitched in the upright position at both the inner and outer sleeve seams. The reverse of the tunic has a central, vertical, tail skirt vent with two belt ramp buttons situated at its top edge. The tunic has sewn on shoulder straps of blue/green badge cloth with yellow waffenfarbe. The shoulder straps feature bright NCO’s tress to all the outside edges and two rank pips, unit number "36" The tunic has a lay down, blue/green badge cloth collar with the typical zig-zag reinforcement stitching to the reverse. The forward edge of the collar is trimmed in bright NCO’s tress and features machine woven collar tab litzen in woven silver with interwoven yellow branch of service and center stripes. Tabs are hand stitched to the collar. The interior of the tunic is fully lined in a gray rayon blend fabric with off white striped sleeves. The buttons are all the silver washed, pebbled, magnetic sheet metal type and all appear to have their original stitching. The tunic is roughly size 34-36" chest. Comes with its original size 30", yellow piped, trousers. Shows the expected period use and wear but overall nice condition. Nice set.

WWII GERMAN FIELD POLICE OFFICER UNIFORM TUNIC WW2

Lot #165 (Sale Order 182 of 896)

Police green wool/rayon blend construction tunic features a vertical, five button front closure with a single metal hook and eye at the forward neckline and a lay down collar. The tunic has two pleated, patch, breast pockets and two pleated, saddlebag, hip pockets, with expanding side panels. Original stitching to the collar tabs. Nice pair of slip on boards. Original machine stitching to the arm eagle. Excellent maker, size and depot marking. Roughly a chest size 36". Superb original example with original DRL and War Merit Cross with Swords! On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted on June 25TH 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. One of the new uniform regulations replaced the previously worn blue uniforms with a new style police green uniform that was utilized, with minor modifications, until the end of the war. Police Officers holding the rank of Polizei-Leutnant to Generaloberst der Polizei were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and could purchase them through the SS-Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system which was originally established in Munich in 1935. The Officers were allotted a one time clothing allowance from the government with the amount varying depending on the individuals rank. The ranks of Polizei Unterwachtmeister to Polizei-Obermeister were issued their uniforms although they could also choose to purchase privately tailored garments of higher quality although the price may have been restrictive. Of Note: The German Police had no enlisted ranks with the lowest rank being an Unterwachtmeister which was equivalent to the German army rank of Unteroffizier. This example is a late war production model and is cut similar to the army’s field blouse with some distinct police tunic characteristics.

WWII WAFFEN SS HAUPTSTURMFÜHRER'S SERVICE TUNIC

Lot #165a (Sale Order 183 of 896)

Named nice quality private purchase, dark field-gray wool/rayon blend material construction tunic features a vertical, six button front closure with dual metal hooks and eyes at the neckline and a lay down collar. The tunic has two pleated patch breast pockets and two pleated hip pockets. The left breast has the original loops for one award. The sleeves have deep fold back French cuffs. The upper left sleeve has an officer’s hand embroidered sleeve eagle with out-stretched wings in silver/aluminum wire threads. The eagle is neatly hand stitched to the sleeve. The tunic comes with a nice pair of pioneer sew in shoulder boards in matte silver/aluminum Russian braid with one stamped, gilt washed, alloy rank pips to each and black waffenfarbe piping. The shoulder boards indicate the rank of SS-Sturmhauptführer serving with a Pioneer unit. The lay down, blue/green badge cloth construction collar has a black wool rank collar tab to the left side with a black wool SS runic collar tab to the right side. The left hand side, black wool rank collar tab features three, stamped, natural aluminum rank pips and two strips of narrow, woven silver/aluminum tress with interwoven central black stripes. The right hand side black wool unit collar tab features hand embroidered SS runes in silver/aluminum wire threads. Both of the collar tabs are neatly handstitched to the collar and have a twisted silver/aluminum piping to the outside edges. The interior of the tunic is fully lined in gray rayon. The lining has two horizontal slash pockets and a horizontal slash to the reverse of the left hip pocket for the sword or dagger hangers. The tunic is roughly size, 38" chest. Originally members of the fledgling SS had no official uniform until April 1925 when they adopted, what was to become known as the, "Tradition Uniform" and personnel were outfitted with the same brown shirt uniform and kepi as the SA. In November 1925 personnel of the newly formed SS adopted a black kepi, necktie, breeches and border trim on their armbands to distinguish themselves from their SA counterparts. On July 7TH 1932 the black and earth grey service uniforms, for Allgemeine-SS, (General SS), SS-VT, SS-Verfügungstruppe, (SS-Special Purpose Troops), SS-TV, SS-Totenkopfverbände, (SS-Death’s Head Units), and SS-SD, SS-Sicherheitsdienst und Sicherheitspolizei, (SS-Security Service and Security Police), personnel was first introduced to replace the brown shirt, "Tradition", uniform. In 1935 the first field-grey uniforms were issued to personnel serving with the LSSAH, Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler for testing and evaluation and they were adopted as the official color of the field uniform on November 25TH 1935. In 1937 a slightly modified field-grey uniform was introduced and was worn through-out the war with minor alterations that basically followed the same modifications of the army style uniforms. Of Note: After the outbreak of WWII the black service uniforms were eventually phased out of wear for all but Allgemeine-SS personnel. On June 8TH 1942 Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler ordered that all black service uniforms in the possession of Waffen-SS personnel were to be returned to clothing depots in an attempt to overcome material shortages. By 1943 even Allgemeine-SS were being outfitted with field-grey uniforms and the black uniforms were to be reintroduced at the successful conclusion of the war.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HEER INFANTRY M35 DRESS TUNIC WW2

Lot #166 (Sale Order 184 of 896)

High quality, private purchase, field-gray wool/tricot blend construction M35 dress tunic features a vertical, eight button front closure with dual metal hooks and eyes positioned at the forward neckline and a lay down, blue/green badge cloth collar. Buttons and insignia are all original stitching. Award loops for one badge and one ribbon bar. The tunic is roughly a size 36" chest. Superb untouched tunic showing only the expected age and light use. "Der Spiess", (The Spear), was a common nickname granted to the individual who was appointed as a Hauptfeldwebel which would be the equivalent of a Company Sergeant Major. The designation of Hauptfeldwebel was not an actual rank but an appointed position granted to a senior NCO who was charged with internal responsibility of a Company sized unit. The identifying insignia for the Hauptfeldwebel consisted of dual strips of NCO’s tress positioned on both the lower left and right sleeves of the service tunics, and the field blouses. Excellent The M35 dress tunic was introduced for wear by all ranks on June 29TH 1935 as the walking out, parade and ceremonial dress with the piped, stone grey long pants. The design of the M35 dress tunic was based on the Imperial German army’s service tunic but was a different color and generally of much higher quality. Originally all personnel were issued two M35 dress tunics but manufacture was discontinued in late 1939 or early 1940 and was to be reinstated at the successful conclusion of the war. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 stated that the M35 dress tunics that were no longer suitable for dress wear were to be modified and reissued to personnel of the replacement and reserve units for every day wear. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their uniforms from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase garments of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their uniforms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored uniforms although the price may have been restrictive.

WWII JAPANESE SAMURAI COPPER HANDLE NCO SWORD WW2

Lot #167 (Sale Order 185 of 896)

This copper handle NCO sword is in very good condition. This sword is a more difficult to find variation of the copper handle NCO swords. Jim Dawson, in his book Swords of Imperial Japan 1868-1945, Cyclopedia Edition, notes that some rare copper handle NCO swords have two sets of serial numbers. The sword and scabbard serial does not match. The sword's serial # is 5574, and the scabbard's serial # is 6260. Dawson notes for rare variation copper handle NCO swords: "Numbers in parentheses are stamped on the blade forward of the habaki, parallel to the front edge of the habaki." The blade measures 26 3/4" from tip to top of the habaki (habaki edge that touches the blade). Note the arsenal stamps on the fuchi (fitting just below the tsuba/guard).

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO LATE 1944 KATANA SWORD

Lot #168 (Sale Order 186 of 896)

A nice example of a late 1944 Shin-Gunto katana. Unserial numbered factory blade. The blade is bright with no visible hamon. The sword has simple iron mount. The grip is ray skin wrapped in a lacquered "burlap" ito. The saya retains most of the original tan finish. 37 1/2" overall. Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 98 KATANA SWORD

Lot #169 (Sale Order 187 of 896)

Original WW2 Shin-Gunto katana with matching numbers on factory made blade and saya. 26 1/2" cutting edge, blade is bright with visible straight hamon. Cast aluminum tsuka with traces of finish remaining. Saya has about 50% original finish. 36 1/2" overall. Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 98 KATANA SWORD

Lot #170 (Sale Order 188 of 896)

Shin-Gunto katana with matching numbers on factory made blade and saya. 26" cutting edge, blade ihas scattered rubs and light pitting and no visible hamon. Cast aluminum tsuka with traces of finish remaining. Saya has about 70% original finish. 36" overall. Good-Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO 1945 KATANA SWORD

Lot #171 (Sale Order 189 of 896)

In 1945, the NCO sword was changed to a simple wooden hilt with incised cross-hatching. The mounts are painted black. 26 1/4" cutting edge, bright blade with traces of hamon. Serial number on blade matches the number on the saya. The saya has been over painted gold. 37 1/2" overall. Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 94 KATANA SWORD

Lot #172 (Sale Order 190 of 896)

The sword has a factory blade that is not serial numbered. 26 1/2" cutting edge, blade is bright with straight hamon. Habaki is copper. Mounts are WW2 Shin-Gunto. Tsuka has ray skin grip with cloth wrap. Saya retains most of the original finish. 36 1/2" overall. Very Good-Excellent

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 98 KATANA SWORD

Lot #173 (Sale Order 191 of 896)

Very nice example of the Shin-Gunto typpe 98 katana. Has painted cast aluminum tsuka, with brass tsuba and habaki. Factory made blade is serial numbered. The number does not match the saya. The tsuka and saya have most of the original finish remaining. 26 1/4" cutting edge. Very Good-Excellent

JAPANESE KATANA SWORD SHOWA SIGNED TANG

Lot #174 (Sale Order 192 of 896)

The sword has a 26" cutting edge. The blade is bright with scattered rubs and marks. Visible hamon is straight. The tsuba is brass WW2 type and the habaki is copper. The tsuka has ray skin grip covered in cloth wrap. The saya is wood an has a tape repair. Overall length of katana is 38". Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 98 KATANA SWORD

Lot #175 (Sale Order 193 of 896)

Nice original type 98 WW2 Shin-Gunto katana with matching serial numbers on blade and saya. 26" cutting edge, blade is bright with a light visible hamon. Tsuka is painted cast aluminum, and both the tsuka and saya have original finish, 36" overall. Very Good-Excellent

WWII IMPERIAL JAPANESE NAVAL OFFICERS DAGGER

Lot #176 (Sale Order 194 of 896)

Imperial Japanese WWII Naval Officers Dagger & Scabbard. Measures 16" long overall. The steel blade measures 5/8" wide by 8 5/16" long. Has a brown leather scabbard with brass fittings that have a chrysanthemum design on them. The pommel and cross guard are brass construction. There is a push button on the reverse side to release the dagger from the scabbard. Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 94 KATANA SWORD

Lot #176a (Sale Order 195 of 896)

The sword has a early blacksmith made blade with one hole long tang that is not signed. The blade has a 27" cutting edge and exhibits wear and pitting. The habaki is two piece copper. The mounts including the tsuba are WW2 Shin-Gunto. Katana is 38 1/2" overall. Good-Very Good

JAPANESE KATANA SWORD w/ SIGNED TANG

Lot #176b (Sale Order 196 of 896)

Bright blade has 26 1/2" cutting edge with active hamon. One hole tang is signed on one side. One piece brass habaki. Cast iron lightly decorated tsuba. Tsuak has ray skin grip wrapped in cloth. The fuchi and kashira have matching designs. The saya is black lacquered wood. 37" overall. Very Good-Excellent

JAPANESE SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 94 KATANA w/ SIGNED TANG

Lot #176c (Sale Order 197 of 896)

The katana has an early blacksmith made blade signed on both sides of the one hole tang. The blade has rubs and scratches and scattered light pitting and a 26 1/2" cutting edge. The mounts are Shin-Gunto and the tsuka and saya are wrapped in leather. 35 1/4" overall. Good-Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 98 KATANA SWORD

Lot #176d (Sale Order 198 of 896)

Nice original type 98 WW2 Shin-Gunto katana with matching serial numbers on blade and saya. 26 1/2" cutting edge, blade is bright with a light visible hamon. Tsuka is painted cast aluminum, and both the tsuka and saya have original finish, 36 1/2" overall. Very Good

JAPANESE NCO SHIN-GUNTO TYPE 94 KATANA SWORD

Lot #176e (Sale Order 199 of 896)

The bright blade is 23 1/2" and has an active hamon. Copper habaki. Shin-Gunto mounts including tsuba. Unsigned two hole tang. Blade is 28 3/4" overall. Tsuka has ray skin grip with cloth wrap. Saya has original military leather cover. Very Good

JAPANESE KATANA SWORD w/ SIGNED TANG

Lot #176f (Sale Order 200 of 896)

Bright blacksmith made blade has straight hamon and 27 1/2" cutting edge. The blade is 37" overall. The one hole tang is signed. The iron tsuba has an ornate design with applied gold flowers and vines. The one piece copper habaki has a pin prick design. The tsuka has a ray skin grip with cloth wrap. The kabuto-gane (pommel) is type 94 or 98 Gunto. The saya is lacquered wood with one brass hanger. Very Good-Excellent

JAPANESE KATANA SWORD w/ SAYA

Lot #176g (Sale Order 201 of 896)

the sword has a 27" blade with a 21" cutting edge. The blade is bright with an active hamon and a few edge flea nips. The one hole tang is not signed. It has a 2 piece copper habaki, and a plain iron tsuba with paint decoration. The tsuka, fuchi and kashira also have painted decoration. The lacquered wood saya has painted metal fittings. There is wood missing at the throat. Very Good

WWII JAPANESE OFFICER's DRESS SWORD

Lot #176h (Sale Order 202 of 896)

The sword has a 31" blade with mirror finish and active hamon. Hilt is brass and scabbard is nickel plated. 36" overall. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE OFFICER's DRESS SWORD

Lot #176i (Sale Order 203 of 896)

Original Junior officer dress sword with 27 1/2" bright blade with active hamon. Hilt is brass and grip is shark skin with braded wire. Scabbard is missing most of the plating. Has sword knot. 32" overall. Very Good

WWII JAPANESE OFFICER's DRESS SWORD

Lot #176j (Sale Order 204 of 896)

Original Imperial Police type II sword with 27" blade. The blade has general wear and scattered corrosion. It may clean to a higher grade. No visible hamon. Hilt is brass. Scabbard is painted black over nickel. 32" overall. Good-Very Good

WWII JAPANESE (IJA) TYPE 90 COMBAT HELMET w LINER

Lot #177 (Sale Order 205 of 896)

The standard WWII Japanese infantry combat helmet. The shell, constructed from chrome polybend steel retains a good portion of its original paint. The original IJA metal star affixed to the front. The three pad pigskin liner and band is complete. Size adjustment string is complete. The helmet is complete with its original cloth chinstrap and all rivets and rings. Near MINT

WWII JAPANESE (IJA) TYPE 90 COMBAT HELMET w LINER

Lot #178 (Sale Order 206 of 896)

The standard WWII Japanese infantry combat helmet. The shell, constructed from chrome polybend steel but the outside has been repainted. The original IJA metal star affixed to the front but has been painted white. The three pad pigskin liner and band is complete. Size adjustment string is complete. The helmet is complete with its original cloth chinstrap and all rivets and rings. Very Good

WWII JAPANESE NATIONAL CIVIL OFFICIALS DIRK WW2

Lot #179 (Sale Order 207 of 896)

This dirk or dagger are similar in design to the Naval Officer's dirks, but have wire wrapped, dark rayskin (same') covered handles. The emblem on the handle is square in shape with a triangle pattern to the center. The mounts are gilt brass. The scabbard is black leather. All railroad dirk blades are machine made and chrome plated with a fuller running the length of the blade. Excellent

WWII IMPERIAL JAPANESE ARMY TYPE 90 COMBAT HELMET

Lot #180 (Sale Order 208 of 896)

The standard WWII Japanese infantry combat helmet. The shell, constructed from chrome polybend steel but the outside has been repainted black. The original IJA metal star affixed to the front but has been painted red. The three pad pigskin liner and band is complete. Size adjustment string is complete but is missing the chinstrap. Very Good

WWII JAPANESE (IJN) TYPE 90 COMBAT HELMET w LINER

Lot #181 (Sale Order 209 of 896)

The standard WWII Japanese infantry combat helmet. The shell, constructed from chrome polybend steel painted battleship gray. The original IJN metal anchor affixed to the front. The three pad pigskin liner and band is complete. Size adjustment string is missing but with a full size chinstrap. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE IJA TYPE 90 COMBAT HELMET WW2

Lot #182 (Sale Order 210 of 896)

The standard WWII Japanese infantry combat helmet shell. The shell, constructed from chrome polybend steel painted green. The original IJA metal missing from the front. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE BAYONET LOT OF THREE IJA WW2

Lot #183 (Sale Order 211 of 896)

WWII Japanese lot of bayonets to include 1) (IJA) INFANTRY "TYPE 30" BAYONET. Type bayonet and scabbard. Serial numbers and manufacturer’s stamps are evident to the head of the blued, flat-sided bird’s head pommel with a button release. MINT, contoured wooden grips are fixed with two screws. The blued, hooked contoured metal crossguard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered blued blade. The maker’s mark to the ricasso indicates that it was made by the Kokura arsenal. The first pattern sheet metal scabbard, with ball tip and with a rounded strap band, retains most of its original bluing. MINT example. 2) (IJA) INFANTRY "TYPE 30" BAYONET WITH FROG. Kokura Arrow example. Serial number to the head of the pommel. The pommel’s button functions perfectly. The contoured wraparound wooden grips are fixed with two rivets. The hooked double cross guard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered, blued blade shows little to no use. The first pattern sheet metal scabbard. Nice rubberized frog. Great bayonet. 3) (IJA) INFANTRY "TYPE 30" TRAINING BAYONET. The pommel’s button functions perfectly. The contoured wooden grips are fixed with two screws. The hooked double cross guard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered bright blade. First pattern sheet metal scabbard. Comes with a well used leather frog.

WWII JAPANESE BAYONET LOT OF THREE IJA WW2

Lot #184 (Sale Order 212 of 896)

WWII Japanese lot of bayonets to include 1) WWII JAPANESE INFANTRY TYPE 30 BAYONET W/ WOOD SCABBARD. Serial number to the head of the pommel. The pommel’s button functions perfectly. The contoured wraparound wooden grips are fixed with two rivets. The hooked double cross guard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered, blued blade shows normal use. Nice original wooden scabbard. 2) (IJA) INFANTRY "TYPE 30" BAYONET WITH FROG. Nagoya example. Serial number to the head of the pommel. The pommel’s button functions perfectly. The contoured wooden grips are fixed with two screws. The hooked double cross guard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered, blued blade shows normal use. The first pattern sheet metal scabbard. Matching rubberized frog. Very Good. 3) (IJA) INFANTRY "TYPE 30" BAYONET WITH CANVAS FROG. Nagoya example. Serial number to the head of the pommel. The pommel’s button functions perfectly. The contoured wooden grips are fixed with two screws. The hooked double cross guard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered, blued blade shows minimal use. The second pattern sheet metal scabbard. Matching condition canvas frog. Excellent.

WWII JAPANESE (IJA) OFFICER'S SWORD TASSEL LOT 2

Lot #185 (Sale Order 213 of 896)

A Japanese Army officer’s sword tassel lot of two. Approximately 47cm in length. Constructed from blue and brown and brown respectfully, braided chord. Nice accessories to complete an original Army officers swords. Original and untouched, very nice clean examples.

WWII JAPANESE (IJA) OFFICER'S FIELD CAP WW2

Lot #186 (Sale Order 214 of 896)

Fine grade cloth construction, khaki-colored field cap used by the Japanese army until the end of the war. Above its stiffened, short visor, made of the same material as the body, and with five parallel rows of reinforced stitching to it, is sewn a pentagonal patch, in olive drab, upon which is a yellow wool five-pointed star. Small buttons to them secure the original chinstrap. Three metal ventilation grommets are to each side of the cap. Three grommets are to either side of the vertical slash to the reverse of the cap; the six bound together by an adjustable leather tie string. The interior is lined in green silk with a black leather sweatband. Nice cap.

WWII JAPANESE IMPERIAL ARMY WINTER FUR CAP WW2

Lot #187 (Sale Order 215 of 896)

World War II Japanese Imperial Army fur cap. Olive green wool cap with rabbit fur ear flaps and neck cape. The interior is lined with a white canvas-like material with Japanese characters. The yellow star insignia is fixed onto the front. Very good condition.

WWII JAPANESE IJA TYPE 90 COMBAT HELMET WW2

Lot #188 (Sale Order 216 of 896)

The standard WWII Japanese infantry combat helmet. The shell, constructed from chrome polybend steel retains a good portion of its original paint. The original IJA metal star affixed to the front. The three pad pigskin liner and band is complete. Size adjustment string is complete. The helmet is complete with a replacement cloth chinstrap and all rivets and rings. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE RANK INSIGNIA GROUPING LOT WW2

Lot #189 (Sale Order 217 of 896)

WWII Japanese insignia lot to include 1) (IJA) SERGEANT-MAJOR'S COLLAR TABS. Set of early tabs with red wool backing, gold tress and separate metal stars. Slightly different backing material but are matched from the front and look to have been removed from the same uniform. 2) (IJA) SERGEANT COLLAR TAB. machine woven red tab, in the form of A horizontal rectangle, with a machine woven horizontal yellow stripe to the center, and two machine woven silver-gray stars. 3) (IJA) CADET AND WARRANT OFFICER ARM PATCH. An upward pointed badge of alternating yellow and red. The badge has the original wool backing. 4) (IJA) CADET AND WARRANT OFFICER ARM PATCH. An upward pointed badge of alternating yellow and red. The badge has the original wool backing. 5) WWII JAPANESEARMY CLOTH MARKSMANSHIP BADGE. Machine woven badge sewn to an olive green wool base. Excellent condition. 6) (IJA) ARMY OFFICER'S SCHOOL CAP BADGE. Hand embroidered wreath with metal star sewn to an olive drab wool backing material. 32mm x 34mm. 7) (IJA) ARMY OFFICER'S SCHOOL CAP BADGE. Hand embroidered wreath with metal star sewn to an olive drab wool backing material. 32mm x 34mm. 8) WWII JAPANESE INTENDANCE COLLAR TABS. Early M90 tab. Red wool construction with original backing material. Early M90 tabs. Purple wool construction with original backing material with a large gold star to the front. 9) CIVILIAN ARMY EMPLOYEE BADGE. A 5.5cm diameter olive drab wool patch with an paper backing, upon which is sewn a red felt five-pointed star with metal star to the center. 10) CIVILIAN ARMY EMPLOYEE BADGE. A 5.5cm diameter olive drab wool patch, upon which is sewn a red felt five-pointed star with metal star to the center. 11) CIVILIAN ARMY EMPLOYEE BADGE. A 5.5cm diameter olive drab wool patch, upon which is sewn a red felt five-pointed star with metal star to the center. 12) (IJA) LANCE CORPORAL ARM BADGES. Two downward shaped chevrons of red with a gold stripe. A small, five star is affixed to the uppermost point. 13) (IJA) SUPERIOR PRIVATES ARM PATCHS. An upward pointed badge of red wool. The badges have its original paper backing.

WWII JAPANESE NIKKO 20x3 BIG EYE BINOCULARS WW2

Lot #190 (Sale Order 218 of 896)

World War II Nikko (Nikon today) 20x3 optic size Big Eye battleship binoculars, used by the Japanese Imperial Navy on battleships. MEASUREMENTS: 9-1/4" high x 27-1/4" wide x 19-1/2" deep. CONDITION: Good. Some losses to paint and clear optics.

WWII JAPANESE TYPE 11 MACHINE GUN STOCK & TRIGGER

Lot #190a (Sale Order 219 of 896)

Wooden but stock and trigger housing for Japanese Type 11 / Model of 1922 light machine gun. Has Kanji characters in the nose of the wood buttstock which fits into the metal pistol grip portion. Measures approximately 17.75" overall, missing 4 retention screws which hold the wood stock onto the metal grip and trigger housing. Trigger and safety are functional. Both show age. Very Good.

JAPANESE ARMY KYU-GUNTO KATANA SWORD& SAYA

Lot #191 (Sale Order 220 of 896)

The sword has a 26" cutting edge. Blade is bright with an active hamon and nice edge. The two hole tang is unsigned and there is a one piece brass habaki. The grip is sharkskin and it is held to the tang by a mekugi (peg). The nickel plated saya is line with wood. Overall length is 34 1/2". Excellent

WWII JAPANESE ENSIGN'S WHITE SUMMER UNIFORM WW2

Lot #192 (Sale Order 221 of 896)

WW2 Japanese Navy Ensign s white summer tunic. White cotton/linen tunic has high closed collar, with a double pair of hooks and eyelets, with two horizontal slash hip pockets. Original shoulder boards. Nice makers tag to the interior. Five removable IJN (anchor and mum) fire gilted buttons are to the front. Chest size is roughly 38". Excellent

WWII JAPANESE NAVY OFFICER SWORD & SCABBARD WW2

Lot #193 (Sale Order 222 of 896)

WWII Japanese navy Sword, 24" single fullered bright blade with some pealing, original washer, perfect shark skin grip with triple wire brass wrap, brass guard retains original gold wash, with folding langet. Brass mounted rayskin scabbard, mounts and guard have Chrysanthemums. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE M1889 TYPE 32 CAVALRY SWORD WW2

Lot #194 (Sale Order 223 of 896)

The Japanese Model 1889 Type 32 cavalry sabre has a machined blade with katana-like tip. The sword was in service during the Russo-Japanese War, World War One and World War Two. Two patterns of the Type 32 were produced, the earlier one known as ‘Ko,’ was issued to cavalry NCOs. The second pattern known as ‘Otsu,’ was issued to army transport NCOs and soldiers and was shorter. This sword for sale is an early ‘Ko’ pattern Type 32 cavalry sabre produced with the distinctive leather finger loop that is missing, checkered grips and with a slightly different opening to the scabbard. The sword is complete with its steel scabbard with a single hanger-ring, a working locking-catch with a drag marked 1050, and a clearly marked serial number on the ricasso of the blade “1050” with an overall length 39 inches. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE TRENCH PERICOPE BINOCULARS WW2

Lot #195 (Sale Order 224 of 896)

Original Yamato Trench Periscope with tripod and case. No. 107219. 8X6. Optics clear, overall very good.

SILVER 1920 NAMED US MILITARY ACADEMY NAPKIN RING

Lot #196 (Sale Order 225 of 896)

Vintage sterling silver United States Military Academy at West Point napkin ring. Decorated with Art Nouveau like letters USMA. Engraved inscription Kurt Browne Schilling Class of 1920 at the inside of the ring. Good original condition. 1 1/4"W. with outside circumference of 5 3/4". 1.6 oz.

1878 DATED 6TH SHOOTING TROPHY OF DÜSSELDORF

Lot #197 (Sale Order 226 of 896)

Early Shooting trophy for the 1878 shooting competition held in Dusseldorf. The Silver trophy cup measures 8 1/4 inches tall and is expertly crafted with crest of Düsseldorf being a double-tailed lion holding a fowled anchor, derived from the arms of Von Berg. To the crest sides are an Archer and a Rifleman sounded by laurel leaves. Excellent

WWI SURE WE'LL FINISH THE JOB WAR BOND POSTER WW1

Lot #198 (Sale Order 227 of 896)

Nice original WW1 Sure We'll Finish The Job Victory Liberty Loan Poster. Great image of American Worker. Artist Gerrit A Beckner 1918. 38"x26" Excellent. To finance the war, the U.S. Government borrowed money from Americans by selling “Liberty Bonds” that would be paid back with interest. The first bond drive fell short of its goals, though, and the government began an aggressive campaign to convince Americans to subscribe. This poster reminded people of the suffering of European children.

WW1 FOR HOME AND COUNTRY WAR BOND POSTER WWI

Lot #199 (Sale Order 228 of 896)

Nice original WW1 For Home and Country Victory Liberty Loan Poster. Great image of Soldier and Family. Artist Alfred Everitt Orr. 30"x40" Excellent

WWII NAZI BRUTALITY POSTER 1942 WW2

Lot #200 (Sale Order 229 of 896)

About 38" by 28", dated 1942, graphic poster depicting a man about to be executed, and the text in the form of a telegram from Radio Berlin talks about about the massacre at Lidice Czechoslovakia. This poster has been attributed to the works of Ben Shahn who has been labeled a " social realist". Nice condition with folds. Very Good-Excellent

WW1 LIBERTY SHALL NOT PERISH WAR BOND POSTER WWI

Lot #201 (Sale Order 230 of 896)

The “That liberty shall not perish from the earth – Buy liberty bonds – Fourth liberty loan” poster was used during World War 1 to encourage the purchase of war bonds, or “liberty bonds” by those on the home front. The picture depicts an image of New York City on fire with what looks like planes overhead. We can see the head of the statue of liberty on the water at the feet of the statue and boats float around in New York harbour. This would obviously be a frightening image for the citizens of the U.S. at the time and would most certainly encourage the purchase of war bonds. The “That liberty shall not perish from the earth” poster was designed by Joseph Pennell a famous artist and author from the period. This is part of a series of war bonds posters published during world war 1 and 2 to encourage the purchase of these bonds to help fund the war effort. Poster is in poor condition with edge wear and loss.

WWII WAR BONDS POSTER / BANNER & DOOR SIGN WW2

Lot #202 (Sale Order 231 of 896)

U.S. WWII War Bonds Window Banner - Poster "The most you can save is the least you can do Buy war bonds and stamps every pay day" These paper posters were created by the US War Department for general distribution to places of business to place in the windows a nd doors of stores for the benefit of their customers to promote the purchase of war bonds and stamps for the war effort. U.S Government Printing Office: 1942-0-486042 Banner measures 33" x 5 1/2" One fold crease in center of large banner, no edge wear . Colors bright. This has been kept folded and out of light for 50+ years.

VIETNAM SIGNED ART PRINT 5 MEDAL OF HONOR WINNERS

Lot #203 (Sale Order 232 of 896)

Stellar Vietnam signed print measuring 24 X 20 depicting SOG: AMERICA'S HEROIC COMMANDOS 1964 1972 and is signed by Col. Robert L. Howard SFC - 30 December 1968 U.S. Army Special Forces, CCC, Col. James P. Fleming CPT 26 November 1968 U.S. Air Force 20th SOS, Lt. Michael E. Thornton PO 2nd Class 31 October 1972 U.S. Navy SEALS, STDAT, Lt. Thomas R. Norris LT - 10 to 13 April 1972 U.S. Navy SEALS, STDAT, CSM Jon R. Cavaiani SSG 4 and 5 June 1971 U.S. Army Special Forces, TF1AE and is numbered 114/250 and is artist signed Frank Allen Excellent

WWII US NAMED SILVER STAR MEDAL GROUPING

Lot #203a (Sale Order 233 of 896)

Phenomenal set of medals named to World War II and Korea, US Army veteran James Lorenzo Spalding. This grouping consists of a mix of World War II original awards and later 20th Century replacement awards. Originals include: Cased, split brooch Baily, Banks, & Biddle strike Silver Star medal in titled case with lapel pin and extra ribbon. WWII slot brooch Purplke Heart Medal in titled case with lapel pin and ribbon. WWII wrap brooch Air Medal in titled case with lapel button and ribbon. World War sterling Combat Infantryman's Badge. Rifle and Bayonet qualified sharpshooter badge and assorted ribbon bars indicating service in World War II ETO and the Korean War. Later reissue / replacement awards include the Prisoner of War Medal, the ETO medal with 4 bronze campaign stars and two medals officially engraved to James L. Spalding - the Silver Star and the Air Medal. Mr. Spalding's citation for the Silver Star reads as follows: James L. Spalding HOME OF RECORD: Kentucky AWARDS BY DATE OF ACTION:1 of 1 Silver Star AWARDED FOR ACTIONS DURING World War II Service: Army Division: XII Corps GENERAL ORDERS: Headquarters, XII Corps, General Orders No. 18 (October 4, 1944) CITATION: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Field Artillery) James L. Spalding (ASN: 0-1172291), United States Army, for gallantry in action in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States while serving with the XII Corps, in action against the enemy in France, on 17 September 1944. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army. Older medals show wear and age, but are in good condition. Reissued medals are near mint. Very Good - Near Mint

WWII NAZI Deutscher Kleinempfänger SMALL RADIO WW2

Lot #204 (Sale Order 234 of 896)

Deutscher Kleinempfänger [German small radio] manufactured by Kapsch in 1938. The radio was produced to help spread Nazi propaganda. It was made to sell at a low cost, so the majority of people could afford it. It lacked shortwave reception to make it difficult to receive foreign broadcasts. The radio was nicknamed Goebbels’ Schnauze [Snout], referring to the Minister of Public Enlightenment and Propaganda, who often addressed the public through radio. Excellent in appearance but has not been tested because of currency issues.

WWII FASCIST MVSN ITALIAN BLACK SHIRT OVERSEAS CAP

Lot #205 (Sale Order 235 of 896)

WWII Fascist Italian Blackshirt MVSN Overseas Cap that is roughly a size 55 in excellent condition being made of black wool with a nice high quality, hand embroidered silver and gilt wire Fascist insignia constructed on a black wool material with a full leather sweatband. Excellent

WWI M1912 MILLS CAVALRY BANDOLIER DATED 1917 WW1

Lot #206 (Sale Order 236 of 896)

WWI US ARMY MILLS AEF M1912 CAVALRY BANDOLIER. World War One M 1912 Mills cavalry bandoleer in NEAR MINT – MINT CONDITION. Appears to be unissued. The underside of the first 30-06 pocket is stamped “Aug. 1917” with “Mills” in the bullet logo. The twelve 30-06 stripper clip pockets have “lift the dot” snaps. The three center pockets have plain snaps stamped “CARR’S PAT. 13” on the underside. One side of the tab is stamped “Made by Mills woven cartridge Belt Co. Worcester, Mass. U.S.A.” while the other side has 9 patent dates ranging from March, 29, 1904 through Aug. 8. 1916. There is a number written on the underside of the belt but it is not legible. This would be a difficult belt to upgrade.

WWII USMC MARKED M7 .45 COLT SHOULDER HOLSTER WW2

Lot #207 (Sale Order 237 of 896)

Marines Corps equipment is some of the most difficult to acquire from World War Two especially M7 holsters. This is an excellent original WWII USMC issue leather shoulder holster for the Colt M1911 .45 pistol. Adopted towards the end of the war in 1944, the M7 shoulder holster rig was designed to improve upon the earlier M3 shoulder holster. The M3 could only really be worn in one position, and was not ideal for carrying a pistol under a jacket, and also often placed the pistol against the wearer's ribcage. With two adjustable straps, the M7 allowed the wearer to customize exactly where they wanted the pistol sitting against the body, for both comfort and easy of reach. This holster was often used by officers who preferred it to the hip holster. In combat areas, all sorts of troops found ways to "acquire" handguns and the regulations as to who was and wasn't permitted to carry them was rarely enforced. Original M7's were made in plain, "natural" leather. The dark chestnut brown color of this original is from oil, use, dirt, and age. It is offered in very good condition with solid cross straps and shoulder strap. All snaps and buckles present and in good functional condition. The holster is embossed on the front U.S. meaning it was military issues (not civilian) and is nicely stamped on the reverse: USMC BOYT 45

WWII US ARMY HAND HELD AIR RAID SIREN W/ COVER WW2

Lot #208 (Sale Order 238 of 896)

This a very rare fully functional (and loud) U.S. WWII Hand Crank Air Raid Siren. It is maker marked on the reverse: FEDERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC CHICAGO. Constructed predominately of aluminum with integral one piece carry handle and crank handle. These were originally painted OD green retaining most of the finish. This example also has the rare cover in excellent condition. These sirens were used for Air Raids and possible Gas Attacks both during combat situations and on the Home Front. This mobile handheld version is the hardest to find of any WWII siren. We do not see these often at all and this one functions perfectly.

WWI US WAR SAVINGS STAMP POSTER KEEP HIM FREE WW1

Lot #209 (Sale Order 239 of 896)

Approximately 20" x 30". Artist: Charles Livingston Bull. Issued by the U.S. Treasury Department to urge citizens to buy War Savings Stamps. The fantastic image features an eagle watching over her nest of military biplanes. Poster is in excellent condition.

WWII KOREAN WAR USN MEDICAL WING ANNAPOLIS PIN 14k

Lot #210 (Sale Order 240 of 896)

US Navy Flight Surgeon grouping to include 1) Beautiful 1953 US Naval Academy (Annapolis) Class USNA Pin in 14K by BB&B. This is a beautiful United States Naval Academy Class of 1953 graduate pin in 14 karat gold by BB&B. The initials of the original owner (A.J.P.), whose name is unknown to us, are engraved upon the reverse. 4.58 Gram of 14K Gold with a retail price: $156.42 USD in todays market. 2) Beautiful WWII USN Flight Surgeon Wing in Sterling by Amico. This is a beautiful World War II United States Navy flight surgeon wing by Amico. The wing is in gold-filled sterling silver and shows a sterling acorn in relief upon a golden oak leaf at its center measuring 2 inches. 3) This is a beautiful Post War United States Navy flight surgeon wing by Gemsco. The wing is in gold-filled and shows a sterling acorn in relief upon a golden oak leaf at its center measuring 2 3/4 inches with one post missing 4) US Navy Medical Collar Insignia marked Gemsco 5) US Navy Medical Collar Insignia

WWII US ARMY AIR CORPS FLIGHT SURGEON PILOT WINGS

Lot #211 (Sale Order 241 of 896)

US Army Air Corps Flight Surgeon wings measure 3 inches and are maker marked AMICO in STERLING with a pin assembly that can open roughly 90 degrees. This beautiful set of wings have never been cleaned and are very attractive. World War II The role of flight surgeons continued to mature and expand as the U.S. faced World War II. The 1941 movie Dive Bomber, although focused on Naval Aviation, highlighted the role of the flight surgeon just prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor, and demonstrated how solving the problems of hypoxia at altitude would reduce the aircraft mishap rate. During World War II, the head of the U.S. Army Air Forces, General of the Army (later General of the Air Force) Henry 'Hap' Arnold, directed all flight surgeons in the Army Air Forces to fly regularly with their patients in order to better understand the aviation environment. Consequently, to this day, their successor U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeons are considered "aeronautically rated" aircrew members who receive flight pay and who are required to fly a certain number of hours monthly.[citation needed] The same policy applies to Army Flight Surgeons and to Naval Flight Surgeons, the latter who are considered "aeronautically designated" officers like their Naval Aviator and Naval Flight Officer counterparts. Strict racial segregation in the U.S. Army required the development of separate black flight surgeons to support the operations and training of the Tuskegee Airmen in 1941 and continued in the U.S. Army Air Forces throughout World War II. Following the establishment of an independent U.S. Air Force and the racial integration of all the U.S. armed forces following World War II, this separation was discontinued.

WWII PARA MARINE PARATROOPER WINGS AMICO STERLING

Lot #212 (Sale Order 242 of 896)

WWII era Airborne Paratrooper Jump Wings pin. Marked "AMICO STERLING 1/20 10K" Nice working condition, with some light wear and patina. Measures just about 2.75" wide. History: The first cohort of Marines paratroopers trained at NAS Lakehurst in New Jersey in October 1940, eventually becoming the 1st Marine Parachute Battalion. They were followed by a second group in December 1940, forming the 2nd Marine Parachute Battalion. A third class trained at Camp Kearny in San Diego, California in early 1941, eventually forming the 3rd Marine Parachute Battalion. After the United States entered World War II, the training program was stepped up, and a special training camp and parachute training school was opened temporarily at Camp Elliott in San Diego in May 1942, next to Camp Kearny, moving to purpose-built accommodation nearby at Camp Gillespie in September 1942. A second training camp and parachute training school opened at Hadnot Point on the New River in North Carolina in June 1942, but closed in July 1943. The Marine parachute battalion was organised into three rifle companies and a headquarters company consisting of the headquarters elements and a demolition platoon. Each rifle company consisted of three rifle platoons with each platoon equipped with rifles, light machine guns and a 60mm mortar. The 1st Parachute Battalion was attached to the 1st Marine Division for the invasion of Guadalcanal. On 7 August 1942 the unit conducted an amphibious assault on the small island of Gavutu and later seized the neighboring island of Tanambogo with other Marine units. The battalion later moved to Guadalcanal fighting alongside the 1st Marine Raiders in the Tasimboko raid and the Battle of Edson's Ridge. The high casualties suffered by the Marine paratroopers led the battalion to be moved to Camp Kiser in Tontouta, New Caledonia in September. The 2nd Parachute Battalion performed a diversionary raid on Choiseul Island in October 1943 and later joined the 1st and 3rd Parachute Battalion on Bougainville. The three parachute battalions, with approximately 3,000 members, had become the 1st Marine Parachute Regiment of the I Marine Amphibious Corps. Four parachute operations were planned but never executed. Capturing Villa airfield on Kolombangara as part of Operation Cartwheel to support the New Georgia campaign in July 1943; Capturing the Kahili and Kara airfields on Bougainville in September 1943; Capturing Kavieng in New Britain in April 1944; Capturing a Japanese seaplane base at Rekata Bay, Santa Isabel Island (but the Japanese evacuated the base in September 1943). However, the need for and cost of a parachute corps in the Marines was questioned, as were other specialized elite units, such as the Marine Raiders. The Marine Corps also lacked the transport aircraft required for a massed parachute drop. On 30 December 1943, Marine CommandantThomas Holcomb ordered the 1st Marine Parachute Regiment to be disbanded, and along with the Marine Raider units, it officially ceased to exist on 29 February 1944. Apart from a small group including Peter Julien Ortiz who were parachuted into France as part of an Office of Strategic Services team to support the French Resistance, the Paramarines never dropped by parachute into combat, but were utilized during beach raids in the Pacific campaign, including at Guadalcanal. Paramarines at San Diego were transferred to the 5th Marine Division which landed on Iwo Jima on February 19, 1945. Former Paramarines, Cpl. Harlon H. Block and Pfc. Ira H. Hayes, assisted in the raising of the American flag on Mount Suribachi on 23 February 1945, depicted in Joe Rosenthal's iconic photograph. A third former Paramarine, Sgt. Henry O. "Hank" Hansen, had participated in the first American flag-raising earlier that day. Four of the 82 Marine Medal of Honor recipients in World War II were former Paramarines who were awarded the medal for their heroic actions on Iwo Jima.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA DAGGER W/ SCABBARD & HANGER

Lot #213 (Sale Order 243 of 896)

SA Dagger RZM M7/13 by Arthur Schuttelhofer & Co is is in excellent condition. The blade and overall dagger is excellent plus! The dark and crisp acid etched “Alles für Deutschland” motto and RZM M7/13 by Arthur Schuttelhofer & Co maker mark are both beautifully executed. The cross grain can be seen the full length of the blade! The tip is perfect as is the fit!. The grip on this dagger is great, with a nice even finish and vibrant color. The SA enamel emblem and grip eagle show very little wear and are in pristine condition. The plated zinc crossguards do so normal wear and very minor lifting. Which is typical on these late war dagger. This SA Dagger – RZM M7/13 is complete with its original scabbard, which looks amazing. It retains nearly all of its original brown enamel paint, which has just minor handling marks. The scabbard fittings are plated zinc, a perfect match for the dagger fittings, and retain lots of original luster. The dagger scabbard ball at the bottom the scabbard is perfect with no dents or damage. This SA Dagger – RZM M7/13 by Arthur Schuttelhofer & Co is very attractive and seem to be very difficult to find in this excellent condition now days. The “Sturmabteilung” (SA), formed in 1921, was the original paramilitary branch of the Nazi party. With the Nazi rise to power in 1933, a dress dagger was introduced for wear with the iconic “brown shirt” uniform. As the SA was a huge organization, with an eventual strength of close to three million men, there was a huge demand for these daggers, and they were produced by 123 different makers, from larger factories to small, cottage-industry workshops. The daggers featured a wood grip with an inset enameled SA emblem and the German national eagle and swastika emblem. The blade was etched with the motto of the SA, “Alles für Deutschland.” The early daggers were crafted with the utmost quality, in both workmanship and materials. Originally, the name and logo of each manufacturer was etched on the reverse of the blade. These early daggers featured hand-fitted nickel silver fittings, and scabbards that had an anodized coating. Prior to around 1935, the daggers were stamped with an SA group letter on the reverse of the crossguard. In 1936, the Reichszeugmeisterie der NSDAP (RZM) organization began to standardize the manufacture of the SA dagger. Commercial type manufacturer markings were to be eliminated, and replaced with the RZM logo as well as an RZM code to indicate the manufacturer. Late production daggers marked with RZM logos usually are made with plated zinc fittings, and have aluminum grip eagles. Instead of the early anodizing process, later scabbards were simply painted. During the transitional period around 1936, many daggers were manufactured bearing the RZM logo and maker code in combination with the earlier type maker names and logos. These transitional daggers can be found with early or late features, or a mix of both.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL & INSIGNIA LOT IRON CROSS

Lot #214 (Sale Order 244 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) WWII NAZI GERMAN BOXED WAR MERITS CROSS W/ SWORDS. German War Merit Cross in tombac. Housed in an issue black leatherette case. excellent.Cross is marked L/21. 2) WWII NSDAP Political Leader's Buckle MINT RZM 4/72 Wilhelm Deumer. This Political Leader's buckle is in great condition with nearly 100% of its gilt finish intact! The insignia detail is outstanding. The buckle reverse, with its attached flat bar (one end curves over to form the open catch, the other is completely rolled over the keeper frame with prongs), is nicely marked with a clear RZM insignia and the maker code M4 /72 for Wilhelm Deumer, Ludenscheid. The attached keeper is excellent as well! A near MINT example overall! 3) SILVER WOUND BADGE. 1939 pattern, injection molded zinc/alloy construction, solid backed badge with a silver wash. The badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed M35 pattern helmet with high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. The plain, solid reverse has an integral, molded, hinge, a thin round vertical pin and an integral, molded, catch all intact. The reverse is well marked with the embossed, government contract manufacturers numerical code, "65" indicating manufacture by Klein & Quenzer of Idar/Oberstein. 4) WAR MERIT CROSS 1ST CLASS WITHOUT SWORDS. Nice quality, die struck, alloy construction, nickel/silver plated, award is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by an oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The nickel/silver plated finish appears to be retained about 80% with light age tarnish. The plain, reverse has a small, soldered, solid type hinge, a broad, tapering, vertical pin but missing the catch. The reverse of the pin is well marked with the embossed, manufacturer’s numerical code within a square recess 1 indicating the maker Deschler & Sohn, München. 5) WAR MERIT CROSS 2ND CLASS WITH SWORDS. Die struck bronze, construction bravery award, with a bronze wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The reverse centerpiece has the embossed date,"1939", which is also encompassed by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath. The background field of both the obverse and reverse centerpieces is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upward, between the arms of the cross. The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact. Complete with original ribbon. 6) WEHRMACHT NCO/OFFICER'S BREAST EAGLE. Machine woven, national breast eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons in bright, silver/aluminum flat-wire threads on a cut-out, woven, blue/green rayon base which is machine stitched on a blue/green badge cloth backing. Mint! 7) HITLER YOUTH HJ UNIFORM DIAMOND. A standard pattern HJ diamond insignia for wear on a wide variety of clothing. Roughly 95mm tall by 52mm wide, machine woven, vertical diamond with red top and bottom and white side quarters and a central white square with a canted black swastika. Marked "Ges. Gesch" (Patent Pending) embroidered to one end.8) IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS. 1914 pattern, die struck, three piece, iron and alloy construction Pattée style cross with a single piece iron core and two piece silver alloy frame. The obverse of the cross features an embossed, central, "W" cypher for King Wilhelm II, re-institution date, "1914", to the bottom arm and a King’s crown to the top arm. The reverse of the cross features an embossed, central, oak-leaf cluster, with the "FW" cypher for King Friedrich Wilhelm III, a King’s crown to the top arm and the original institution date, "1813", to the bottom arm. All the emblems are in nice high relief. The ribbon suspension loop and ring are both intact. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. Unmarked.9) WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S M36 BREAST EAGLE. Early, M36 pattern, machine woven national breast eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons in white rayon threads on a woven, Green, rayon base. The eagles wingspan is roughly, 10cm from wing tip to wing tip. removed from the uniform.

BULGARIAN CIVIL MERIT ORDER III CLASS COMMANDER

Lot #216 (Sale Order 245 of 896)

Bulgaria, Kingdom. A Civil Merit Order, III Class Commander, c.1920. A Bulgarian Civil Merit Order; 3rd Class Commander, Type II (1908-1944); Bronze gilt with red, green and white enamels, 54.7 mm x 88 mm inclusive of its crown suspension. Missing the neck ribbon. Excellent

WWII US ARMY M1 Garand CARTRIDGE AMMO BELT MINT

Lot #217 (Sale Order 246 of 896)

WWII US Army M1 Garand Cartridge Ammo Belt in near mint condition. The cartridge belt is dated 1943 and manufactured by Hinson Mfg. Co. All components of the rig are in near mint condition. The M1 Garand is a .30-06 caliber semi-automatic rifle that was the standard U.S. service rifle during World War II and the Korean War and also saw limited service during the Vietnam War. Most M1 rifles were issued to U.S. forces, though many hundreds of thousands were also provided as foreign aid to American allies. The Garand is still used by drill teams and military honor guards. It is also widely used by civilians for hunting, target shooting, and as a military collectible. The M1 rifle was named after its Canadian-American designer, John Garand. It was the first standard-issue semi-automatic military rifle. By most accounts the M1 rifle performed well. General George S. Patton called it "the greatest battle implement ever devised". The M1 replaced the bolt action M1903 Springfield as the standard U.S. service rifle in 1936,[16] and was itself replaced by the selective fire M14 rifle in March 26, 1958. Although the name "Garand" is frequently pronounced /g?'rænd/, the preferred pronunciation is /'gær?nd/ (to rhyme with errand), according to experts and people who knew John Garand, the weapon's designer. Frequently referred to as the "Garand" or "M1 Garand" by civilians, its official designation when it was the issue rifle in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Marine Corps was "U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, M1" or just "M1" and Garand was not mentioned.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EM/NCO'S M34 OVERSEAS CAP

Lot #218 (Sale Order 247 of 896)

October 1935 pattern field-gray wool/rayon blend construction cap with fold down side and back panels with gently sloping, downward scallops to the front and forward sides. As is typical, the fold down panels are handstitched in the upright position at the front center of the cap. The front center of the cap has a machine woven national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted swastika in it’s talons, in pale, mouse gray rayon threads, mounted on a cut-out, woven dark blue/green rayon base. The front center of the fold down panels has a machine woven national tri-color cockade, in black, white and red rayon threads, mounted on a woven, dark blue/green rayon, diamond shaped base. Both the eagle and the cockade are hand stitched. The interior of the cap is fully lined in ribbed, pale cream colored silk material. No visible markings. Roughly a size 55 most likely made in France

WWII BRITISH D-day INVASION USED RUPERT PARADUMMY

Lot #219 (Sale Order 248 of 896)

D-DAY: AN "OPERATION TITANIC" PARADUMMY PARACHUTIST. British, 1944. D-Day paradummy, made of Hessian cloth, without the sand straw and sawdust stuffing to head, arms and legs, and original ties-strings to top of head and at sleeves and feet, with its original parachute in its pack on the back, later tie string on the parachute, slightly dusty. Height: 820 mm; width: 400 mm. A rare survival from Operation Overlord, the Invasion of Europe on June 6th 1944. Part of Overlord, (and unknown to many combatants) was Operation Bodyguard a series of deceptive operations put into place to divert the enemy from the Normandy landing beaches. Part of Bodyguard was Titanic, a plan executed by the RAF and SAS involving 4 squadrons totaling 40 aircraft (Hudsons, Halifaxes and Stirlings) who were responsible during the night of June 5th and morning of June 6th, in dropping some c.450 fake paradummies along with small numbers of SAS men into 3 fake invasion drop zones (1 was cancelled), 200 dummies into the Cotentin peninsula, 50 into Calvados region near Maltot, west of Caen, and 200 at Yvetot in Eure region, south west of Dieppe. In addition the SAS men were also equipped 30 minute sound recordings of the sounds of battle and mortar fire, to create the semblance of a larger force and cause confusion. It appears that most of dummies were a self destroying version which had explosive rifle fire simulators called pintails behind the parachute, and an explosive charge that would ignite and burn as it landed, destroying all the evidence. The SAS had orders to let some of the enemy escape, so that they would report back that a serious force had been encountered inland, and thus deflect and confuse the enemy from the full frontal assault on the Normandy beach-head. These paradummies were nicknamed Rupert, and most burned on impact. The operation was successful, various German divisions and panzer units moved away from their coastal positions, and the RAF suffered 2 lost aircraft and crews, the SAS lost 8 men. An estimate of surviving examples is probably under 30. A very small number of original paradummies are to be found in WWII museums in Normandy, and occasionally examples appear in old collections of WWII veterans in England. A cache of mint examples were found in an English airfield in the 1980s, but this original example was purchased from a French collector in Branville, north east of Caen, and likely an example of a paradummy that landed but did not explode, and was subsequently tucked away by a local farmer after D-Day. Saleroom notices Further research indicates that this particular paradummy is one from the crate of 12 that was found in an RAF airfield in England, in the early 1990s. The owner took the crate of 12 unused dummies to France in june 1994, and sold them on a street market in Cabourg, Normandy, at the time of the 50th anniversary D-Day celebrations. Two of the 12 were sold to French buyers (of which this is one), and the remaining 10 were purchased by Ken Rendell, director of the WW2 museum in Natick Mas, of which he distributed 8 to WW2 museums all over the world. Of the original dummies that were dropped into France in 1944, just a handful appear to have survived in WW2 Museums.

WWII POLISH JEWISH MOVIE POSTER OF AUSCHWITZ WW2

Lot #220 (Sale Order 249 of 896)

Pole Heinrich Matula gives a lift to a young American who wants to inspect the camp in Auschwitz. But he himself is a former prisoner of this camp - for him, returning to these places after almost 20 years is an avalanche of strong memories of the tragic death of his wife, of an attempt to save gypsy children, of arrest, struggle for survival, powerless opposition to the SS ... He recalls how he miraculously survived many months of imprisonment in this one of the most terrible Nazi death camps - he was here in the Sonderkommando of prisoners serving the gas chambers and the crematorium... Before his eyes passed the horrors that reigned in the Nazi dungeons, and how he, with a group of underground workers, risking their lives, saved people from the gas chambers, procured medicine and food for the sick, participated in organizing the uprising and mass escape from the camp, preventing the Nazis from destroying the traces of monstrous crimes. The film “The End of Our World” was based on the story of the writer Tadeusz Goluy under the same title. The author, a former prisoner of Auschwitz, told a courageous and dramatic story about people who fought for their dignity, for freedom in the most inhuman conditions, when it seemed that the end of the world was inevitable, near and inevitable. This is a film about the disgust of the end of the world, about hope won not by obedience, but by the efforts of struggle, resistance to evil. Poster measures 30 1/2 X 41 inches with minor tears.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS PERSONNEL'S STICKPIN #rd WW2

Lot #221 (Sale Order 250 of 896)

Beautiful WWII German Nazi stickpin is made from a ruins roundel of a SS dagger. Has the proper knurled pin and in excellent condition with no enamel damage. Back of the stickpin is maker marked Hoffstatter/Bonn and numbered 13386. Excellent The Allgemeine-SS, (General-SS), was originally formed in May 1923 as the Stosstrupp Adolf Hitler (Shock Troops), and redesignated Schutzstaffel, (Protection Squad), in April 1925 with the official acceptance of the name verified on the second anniversary of the failed Munich "Beer-Hall" Putsch on November 9TH 1925. On January 6TH 1929 Heinrich Himmler was appointed as Reichsführer-SS, (National Leader {of the} SS), and on July 20TH 1934 shortly after the, June 30TH 1934, purge of the SA on the "Night of the Long Knives", the SS was rewarded by Hitler by being granted the status of an independent organization under direct control of the NSDAP. From its inception the SS began an aggressive policy of expansion which resulted in the formation of the SS-SD, SS-Sicherheitsdienst und Sicherheitspolizei, (SS-Security Service and Security Police), in June 1931, the SS-VT, SS-Verfügungstruppe, (SS-Special Purpose Troops), and the SS-TV, SS-Totenkopfverbände, (SS-Death’s Head Units), in March 1933 and eventually the Waffen-SS in December 1939. The pervasive influence of the SS in all aspects of German life and the elite status of membership encouraged personnel to flaunt their association with the organization whenever possible. As a result lapel pins were introduced for SS members to wear when in civilian clothing. The first pattern lapel pins featured the SS runes with no background field until the second pattern was introduced with a circular background field.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS OFFICER RUNIC COLLAR TAB WW2

Lot #222 (Sale Order 251 of 896)

The collar tab consist of the right hand side SS runic collar tab. The right hand side collar tab features a black wool base with hand embroidered SS runes in bright silver/aluminum wire threads. Collar tab has a twisted silver/aluminum piping to the outside edges and is mounted on tan buckram base. MINT! Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler’s obsession with pagan runic symbolism manifested itself in runic emblems used by the SS, the most famous of which was the dual sig-runes used on the collar tabs and helmets decals of the SS. The dual sig-runes design was initiated by SS-Sturmhauptführer and graphic artist Walter Heck in May 1933, who sold his design to the SS for 2.50 Reichs Marks. In August 1929 the SS incorporated the wear of rank collar tabs on the left side of the collar of the service tunic. The SS collar tabs were originally adopted from the earlier rank collar tabs as utilized by the SA, Sturmabteilung, (Storm Troops). The SS collar tabs remained in usage through-out the war with a couple of minor alterations. The ranks of SS-Sturmscharführer to SS-Hauptsturmführer inclusively utilized alternating twisted black and silver/aluminum cord piping from May 19TH 1933 until October 24TH 1934 when it was altered to silver/aluminum cord piping.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS OFFICER'S SLEEVE EAGLE WW2

Lot #222a (Sale Order 252 of 896)

Very nice quality, hand embroidered Officer’s sleeve eagle in bright silver/aluminum wire and bullion threads with black accent threads on a cut-out black wool base. The eagle is still very bright and clean with original paper backing. MINT! The first pattern SS sleeve eagle was officially introduced in May 1936 although photographic evidence indicates that it was in use as early as the summer of 1935. Shortly after its official introduction the eagle underwent minor modifications resulting in the second pattern that was worn for the duration of the war. These second pattern eagles were originally issued in a hand embroidery version for Officer’s ranks and a machine embroidered version for EM/NCO’s until a machine woven version was introduced in 1939.

PRE WWII NAZI GERMAN SS-VT OVERSEAS CAP WW2

Lot #222b (Sale Order 253 of 896)

This is a rare green gray SS TV M34 overseas cap. The Allgemeine SS cap shows very little wear. The inside lining is also ink stamped with a size mark 56. The front SS skull button has been removed. One of the two black SS cloth tags are still present. Excellent The Allgemeine-SS, (General-SS), was originally formed in May 1923 as the Stosstrupp Adolf Hitler (Shock Troops Adolf Hitler), and was re designated Schutzstaffel, (Protection Squad), in April 1925 with the official acceptance of the name verified on the second anniversary of the failed Munich "Beer-Hall" Putsch on November 9TH 1925. On January 6TH 1929 Heinrich Himmler was appointed as Reichsführer-SS, (National Leader {of the} SS), and on July 20TH 1934 shortly after the, June 30TH 1934, purge of the SA on the "Night of the Long Knives", the SS was rewarded by Hitler by being granted the status of an independent organization under direct control of the NSDAP. From its inception the SS began an aggressive policy of expansion which resulted in the formation of the SS-SD, SS-Sicherheitsdienst und Sicherheitspolizei, (SS-Security Service and Security Police), in June 1931, the SS-VT, SS-Verfügungstruppe, (SS-Special Purpose Troops), and the SS-TV, SS-Totenkopfverbände, (SS-Death’s Head Units), in March 1933 which would eventually evolve into the Waffen-SS, (Armed-SS), in December 1939. Originally members of the fledgling SS had no official uniform or headgear until April 1925 when they adopted, what was to become known as the, "Tradition Uniform" and personnel were outfitted with the same brown shirt uniform and kepi as the SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm Troopers). In November 1925 SS personnel adopted a black kepi, necktie, breeches and border trim on their armbands to distinguish themselves from their SA counterparts. In June 1934 the first pattern "schiffchenform", (boat form), EM/NCO’s overseas cap was introduced and issued for wear until November 1940 when the second pattern overseas cap was introduced. Originally the first pattern overseas cap was produced in black until 1937 when the first earth grey version were produced. On its introduction the overseas cap had no insignia but shortly afterwards a button and a national eagle insignia were introduced. The first insignia for this style cap consisted of a pebbled button with no Totenkopf and a political style national eagle until a second pattern SS eagle was introduced in 1937 to replace the earlier political style eagle and is actually the first pattern SS cap eagle. SS Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and as a result the SS established the SS-Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system in Munich in 1935. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s were allotted a one time clothing allowance from the government with the amount varying depending on the individuals rank. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could also choose to purchase privately tailored garments of higher quality although the price may have been restrictive. With the rapid expansion of the Waffen-SS after the outbreak of the war the SS-Kleiderkasse also expanded to include no fewer then nine main offices with offices located in some of the occupied countries including, Poland, Norway, France, Czechoslovakia and Russia. Of Note: The RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster), was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Starting in late 1934 items manufactured for the SS came under the quality control of the RZM and were marked by a cloth RZM/SS approval tag. The dimensions and design of these cloth tags was altered in 1935 and this second pattern tag remained in use until early 1938, when it was replaced by a paper tag. Of Note: In 1943 the Waffen-SS assumed full control over their uniform item production and no longer fell under the authority of the RZM.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WAFFEN SS MOUNTAIN TROOP M43 HAT

Lot #222c (Sale Order 254 of 896)

This is a well preserved M43 Waffen-SS Gebirgsjäger Bergmütze, constructed of beautifully textured green wool exterior, with fold-down panels with squared scallops to the front and forward sides, covering the entire neck on the sides and rear when in use. When not in use, the panels are raised with their ends resting upon the visor, being joined together via one green Bakelite buttons. The visor is reinforced with cardboard, and covered in matching green wool. Sewn in place on the left side is a SS-Gebirgstruppen cap Edelweiss flower, constructed of fine quality manufacture cotton, with four silvery/gray petals, a seven bulb yellow stamen, and dual silvery/grey leaves and stem. Sewn in place in the front of the cap is a standard BeVo style SS cap skull. constructed of machine woven gray and black accent threading. The interior of the cap is lined with a mouse gray rayon and is void of any makers marks and is roughly a size 55. The Allgemeine-SS, (General-SS), was originally formed in May 1923 as the Stosstrupp Adolf Hitler (Shock Troops Adolf Hitler), and was redesignated Schutz Staffel, (Protection Squad), in April 1925 with the official acceptance of the name verified on the second anniversary of the failed Munich "Beer-Hall" Putsch on November 9TH 1925. On January 6TH 1929 Heinrich Himmler was appointed as Reichsführer-SS, (National Leader {of the} SS), and on July 20TH 1934 shortly after the, June 30TH 1934, purge of the SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), on the "Night of the Long Knives", the SS was rewarded by Hitler by being granted the status of an independent organization under direct control of the NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party). From its inception the SS began an aggressive policy of expansion which resulted in the formation of the SS-SD, SS-Sicherheitsdienst und Sicherheitspolizei, (SS-Security Service and Security Police), in June 1931, the SS-VT, SS-Verfügungstruppe, (SS-Special Purpose Troops), and the SS-TV, SS-Totenkopfverbände, (SS-Death’s Head Units), in March 1933 which would eventually evolve into the Waffen-SS, (Armed-SS), in December 1939. The field-grey M43 field cap was originally introduced in the German army on June 11TH 1943 as a replacement cap for other field caps then in use and was adopted for wear in the Waffen-SS on October 1ST 1943. The design of the M43 field cap was based on the earlier M42 Feldmütze, (Overseas cap), and the Mountain Troopers Bergmütze, (Mountain Cap), with minor variations. On its introduction a black version was also introduced for wear by Panzer personnel. Officer’s M43 field caps from the rank of SS-Untersturmführer up to Reichsführer-SS, were distinguished from EM/NCO’s caps by the addition of silver piping to the top crown edge and, on occasion, to the scalloped forward edge of the fold down panels as well. Generally the early versions of the M43 cap came with a two button front retainer while the later versions reduced it to a single button. The insignia utilized on the M43 field caps consisted of the SS pattern Totenkopf, (Death’s Head), as introduced in October 1934 and the SS pattern national eagle as introduced in February 1936. The cap insignia could be applied to the front center of the cap in one or two pieces, or separately with the Totenkopf applied to the front center and the eagle applied to the left side panel although it appears that both pieces of insignia applied to the front center was the most common application. SS Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and headgear and as a result the SS established the SS-Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system in Munich in 1935. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s were allotted a one time clothing allowance from the government with the amount varying depending on the individuals rank. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase privately tailored garments and headgear of higher quality although the price may have been restrictive.

WW1 WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL LOT W/ PANZER EAGLE

Lot #223 (Sale Order 255 of 896)

Lot of 3 Imperial German and Nazi German insignia included is an Imperial German gold would badge still retaining most of it's original gilt finish with a complete crimped hinge, pin and catch. 2nd is a tunic removed, early M36 pattern machine woven national breast eagle with outstretched wings clutching a wreathed canted swastika in it’s talons in white rayon threads on a woven black rayon base. The eagles wingspan is roughly 10cm from wing tip to wing tip. Finally a KVK with swords that is die struck bronze construction bravery award, with a bronze wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The reverse centerpiece has the embossed date,"1939", which is also encompassed by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath. The background field of both the obverse and reverse centerpieces is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The swords, indicating bravery emanated upward between the arms of the cross. The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. All excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN OVERSEAS CAP LOT DAF POLICE WW2

Lot #223a (Sale Order 256 of 896)

WWII Nazi German overseas cap lot to include 1) DAF WERKSCHAR PERSONNEL'S OVERSEAS CAP. Nice quality, deep navy blue wool construction, second pattern, DAF-Werkscharen personnel’s overseas cap. The cap features non-functional, side and back panels which slope gently downwards to the front center of the cap. The crown and side, back panel top edges are all trimmed with light blue rayon piping. The front center of the cap has a machine woven national eagle with out-stretched wings in bright silver/aluminum flat-wire threads on a black, woven rayon, inverted triangular base positioned above two, small, pebbled, magnetic sheet metal, buttons. The eagle is neatly handstitched to the cap. The interior of the cap is fully lined in black rayon, with a partial tan leather sweatband to the front section. Size marked 59. MINT. The Deutsche Arbeitsfront, (German Labor Front), originally founded in 1933, became an official NSDAP organization in October 1934. Its stated purpose was to educate the workers in industry and commerce for smooth and efficient operation of all labor in the Third Reich. The structure of the DAF was basically the same as the NSDAP with different political levels of organization. Due to the diversification in labor the DAF was divided into sub-sections for specific trades and/or professions and it also controlled the Kdf, Kraft durch Freude, (Strength through Joy), organization which provided recreation for workers. However the DAF’s most important goal was to enforce the political stability of the large mass of the work force. One of the sub-sections of the DAF was the DAF-Werkscharen, (DAF-Labor Squads). The Werkscharen were established in February 1935 and were to act as the NSDAP’s "watch-dog", in industrial factories. In June 1935 the Werkscharen were granted independent status and uniform regulations were enacted. In November 1935 the first pattern Werkscharen overseas cap was introduced. In April 1937 with a reorganization of the Werkscharen a second pattern overseas cap was introduced and the first pattern cap was discontinued. Originally the colored piping was intended to indicate rank groups but when the DAF submitted the design of the cap to the RZM they misinterpreted the meaning of the colored piping to indicate the political regional level of the wearer as with the NSDAP political leaders caps with the light blue indicating Orts Gruppe level as opposed to the DAF’s intention of rank. In March 1938, with a restructuring of DAF ranks the colored political level piping was abolished and only silver and gold piping was utilized by the appropriate ranks. 2) FEUERSCHUTZPOLIZEI NCO'S OVERSEAS CAP. Nice quality, navy blue, wool/rayon blend construction overseas cap features simulated fold down side and back panels with gently sloping, downward scallops to the front and forward sides. The cap is trimmed with carmine wool truppenfarbe piping. The front center of the cap has a machine woven, second pattern, (circa June 1936-May 1945), wreathed, police style national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons, in white rayon threads on a, woven black trapezoidal, rayon base. The insignia is original hand stitching to the cap. The interior of the cap is fully lined in gray rayon. Size marked 56. MINT. On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted on June 25TH 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. The police NCO’s overseas cap was originally introduced on July 7TH 1937 and was utilized for the duration of the war. The Feuerschutzpolizei, (Fire Protection Police), were distinguished from other police personnel with navy blue uniforms and headgear as opposed to the police green uniforms of the other police agencies. Of Note: A Himmler directive in November 1938 dictated that the Urban Fire Protection Police exchange their blue uniforms for the new police green uniforms. The Police were divided into eight assorted branches of service with each branch being assigned a specific identifying, truppenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), with the Feuerschutzpolizei being allocated carmine truppenfarbe which was generally displayed as piping on NCO’s overseas caps. The insignia on the police overseas caps consisted of the second pattern police eagle as introduced on June 25TH 1936. Although wear of the national tri-color cockade was contrary to regulations it was a fairly common practice.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT INSIGNIA LOT NSKK WW2

Lot #224 (Sale Order 257 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) SILVER WOUND BADGE MARKED 30. 1939 pattern solid backed badge with a silver wash. The badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed profile of a M35 pattern helmet with a high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. Complete with original hinge, pin and catch assembly. The reverse of the badge is well marked with the embossed, manufacturer’s numerical code, "30" indicating manufacture by Hauptmünzamt of Wien, (Chief Mint Vienna). 2) SILVER WOUND BADGE. 1939 pattern, die struck, alloy construction, solid backed badge with a silver wash. The badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed profile of a M35 pattern helmet with a high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. Complete pin and catch assembly. Badge is unmarked. 3) BLACK WOUND BADGE. 1939 pattern, die stamped, tombak construction, hollow backed badge with a black wash. The badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed profile of an M35 pattern helmet with a high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. The reverse of the badge is a mirror image of the obverse and has a crimped, soldered hinge, a thin, round, vertical pin and catch all intact. 4) WEHRMACHT OFFICER'S WHITE SUMMER TUNIC BREAST EAGLE. Nicely detailed, nickle/silver plated, die stamped, alloy construction, national breast eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons. The eagle shows nice detailing and the reverse is a mirror image of the obverse. Complete with original hinge, pin and catch assembly. 5) OFFICER'S BREAST EAGLE. Hand embroidered, national breast eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons in bright, silver/aluminum bullion and wire threads with accent threads mounted on a cut-out dark blue/green badge cloth base. Removed from a uniform. 6) NSKK SLEEVE EAGLE. The insignia is comprised of a machine woven, silver/aluminum flat-wire thread NSKK eagle and swastika beneath an arching banner reading "N.S.K.K.". Size 95mm x 50mm. This insignia was originally worn on the upper right sleeve until late 1938 or early 1939 when it was transferred to the upper left sleeve. Still retains the original RZM tag. 7) WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. Early, (circa 1936-1940), injection molded construction, natural aluminum box buckle with a pebbled background field and a slightly domed, embossed central motif. The central motif features an embossed Wehrmacht style eagle with down swept wings on a subtly pebbled field to the center, encompassed by an embossed oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God with Us), to the top. The oak-leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background field and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse has the integral, raised, slotted buckle catch and separate prong bar and prongs all intact.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M42 SINGLE DECAL HELMET ET62 WW2

Lot #225 (Sale Order 258 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction helmet retains most of its factory applied field-gray paint. The left side of the helmet has an Wehrmacht eagle shield decal featuring a eagle with down-swept wings, clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons on a black, shield, shaped base. The decal is retained about 95%. All three liner retaining rivets are all intact. The interior of the helmet is missing the M31, tan, leather liner. Band is is still present. The interior reverse neck guard apron has a serial/lot number stamp that appears to be, "1229" and has the manufacturers code and size stamp, "EF62" indicating manufacture by Emaillierwerk, AG Fulda, size 62. Comes with original chinstrap. Nice helmet! The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet.

WWII NAZI GERMAN REICHSBAHN CONDUCTOR'S VISOR HAT

Lot #226 (Sale Order 259 of 896)

Nice quality pre-1941, visor cap features a red doeskin wool body, a black wool center band and bright red wool piping. Original private railway company insignia and cockade. Full liner, missing sweat shield and leatherette sweatband is in excellent condition. Roughly a size 55 Excellent When Hitler and the NSDAP gained power in January 1933 the German railway system was maintained and administered by two civilian organizations, the DR, Deutsches Reichsbahn, (German National Railway), and the, DR-G, Deutsches Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft, (German National Railway-Corporation), which were overseen by the national government. Both the DR, and the DR-G were uniformed organizations responsible for all the railways within Greater Germany and eventually in the occupied areas. In February 1937 in a restructuring of the national railways the DR-G was absorbed into the DR. The uniforms and insignia of the DR personnel were modified numerous times during the Third Reich including, July 1935 , June 1936, February 1941, September 1941 and February 1942. As a civilian organization DR personnel were not graded with ranks but were assigned positions as officials.

US ARMY BAR AMMO BELT WITH MAGAZINES BLUED & PARKE

Lot #227 (Sale Order 260 of 896)

The BAR belt features the right side three pocket, double stack capable pouches and the left side the same. The best feature about this rig is an original parkerized magazine from WWII and an original WW1 blued magazine very good - excellent.

POST WW1 FRAMED IMAGE OF A BLACK OFFICER 1920's

Lot #228 (Sale Order 261 of 896)

Framed under bubble glass image of a African American measuring 13 5/8 X 20 1/2 inches showing a standing Officer wear a visor cap in his dress uniform.

CIVIL WAR ERA ARMY OFFICER'S M1860 DRESS SWORD

Lot #229 (Sale Order 262 of 896)

This is the standard Union Officer's Dress or Parade Sword Model 1860, as issued during the Civil War. It has a very nice partially etched 30" blade with foliage designs, which is marked on the ricasso by the maker/retailer: RIDABOCK - & Co. NEW YORK N. Y. Ridabock & Co. were New York-based manufacturers and dealers in uniforms & equipment, and at one time were based at 251 Fifth Avenue. Like all "Military Outfitters" they offered numerous private purchase items for officers. This sword may have been made by them, or made under contract by an outside maker. The etched design has U.S. on one side along with other military designs, and looks to have a Federal "Eagle" design on the other. The sword measures 38" overall, and the hilt and "shell" Guard are of bronze/brass alloy and the grip is wire bound sharkskin. It has a minimized guard on the inner side, to avoid irritation. It comes in its original decorated brass mounted steel scabbard, which originally was fully nickel plated, but now has about 85% remaining, mostly on the reverse. The rest is a nice gray steel patina. The condition is very good, with a great look and patina. The gilding on the hilt is still retained in the recesses and under the guard, and is quite attractive. The sharkskin grip is fully intact, and still has its brass wrapping. The hilt is a bit loose on the tang.

M1840 CAVALRY SWORD W HUMAN FEMUR GRIP INDIAN WARS

Lot #230 (Sale Order 263 of 896)

Heavy Cavalry M1840 German S&K marked Cavalry Sabre with a period replaced grip of a Human Femur. A gruesome reminder of the ugly business of War. Surprisingly enough, the grip is tight to the handle and is very solid. The guard is also in excellent condition and free of any damage. The blade is marked S&K to the obverse and SOLINGEN to the reverse. Overall size is 42 inches with a 34 1/2 inch blade

CIVIL WAR M1851 OFFICERS SWORD BELT BENCH MARKED

Lot #231 (Sale Order 264 of 896)

Original buckle bench marked 104 on plate and keeper. Has makers mark. Belt is supple but is missing hangers. Displays great. Very Good plus

CIVIL WAR SOLDIER IMAGE LOT OF 3 ROSE AMBRO TIN

Lot #232 (Sale Order 265 of 896)

Lot of three Civil War images to include 1) Gutta Percha cased tintype image measuring 3 X 2 1/2 inches . The case is in excellent condition and the image shows an enlisted man wearing a kepi. 2) Rose Ambrotype cased image of a seated soldier wearing a Kepi and a four button sack coat measuring 2 1/2 X 3 inches 3) Rose Ambrotype cased image of a soldier wearing a Kepi and a four button sack coat measuring 2 1/2 X 3 inches. All images are clear and in good condition.

WWII CHINESE AIR FORCE FLYING TIGERS PIN SCARF LOT

Lot #233 (Sale Order 266 of 896)

Small grouping of insignia found in this tan canvas, zippered bag with kanji to the front measuring 7 1/2 X 6 1/2 inches. Inside the pouch was a white scarf with hand embroidered kanji to the front. Also in the grouping is a set of Chinese rank insignia and lastly a Flying Tiger's breast badge with fine enamels. Air Volunteer Group of American Pilots who flew against the Japanese in China during the early stages of WW2 (WWII). A vintage round metal badge in gilt metal with an enamel Flying Tiger and V motif in blue, yellow and black enamel. About 30mm in diameter with British style pin and catch. Excellent The First American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Republic of China Air Force in 1941–1942, nicknamed the Flying Tigers, was composed of pilots from the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC), Navy (USN), and Marine Corps (USMC), recruited under President Franklin Roosevelt's authority before Pearl Harbor and commanded by Claire Lee Chennault. Their Curtis P-40B Warhawk aircraft, marked with Chinese colors, flew under American control. Their mission was to bomb Japan and defend the Republic of China, but many delays meant the AVG first flew in combat after the US and Japan declared war. The group consisted of three fighter squadrons of around 30 aircraft each that trained in Burma before the American entry into World War II to defend Republic of China against Japanese forces. The AVG were officially members of the Republic of China Air Force. The group had contracts with salaries ranging from $250 a month for a mechanic to $750 for a squadron commander, roughly three times what they had been making in the U.S. forces. While it accepted some civilian volunteers for its headquarters and ground crew, the AVG recruited most of its staff from the U.S. military. The Flying Tigers began to arrive in China in April 1941. The group first saw combat on 20 December 1941, 12 days after Pearl Harbor (local time). It demonstrated innovative tactical victories when the news in the U.S. was filled with little more than stories of defeat at the hands of the Japanese forces and achieved such notable success during the lowest period of the war for both the U.S. and the Allied Forces as to give hope to America that it might eventually defeat Japan. AVG pilots earned official credit and received combat bonuses for destroying 296 enemy aircraft, while losing only 14 pilots in combat. The combat records of the AVG still exist and researchers have found them credible. On 4 July 1942 the AVG was disbanded and replaced by the 23rd Fighter Group of the United States Army Air Forces, which was later absorbed into the U.S. Fourteenth Air Force with General Chennault as commander. The 23rd FG went on to achieve similar combat success, while retaining the nose art on the left-over P-40s.

WWII JAPANESE MARINE PARATROOPER CARGO PARACHUTE

Lot #234 (Sale Order 267 of 896)

A white silk canopy parachute packed in canvas roll that when packed measures 7" h x 11 1/2" x 8". A white cotton label in Japanese on the exterior of the tan canvas pack. Used by marine paratroopers of the Special Naval Landing Forces (SNLF) during a drop for equipment such as mortars, machine guns and ordnance. This is an ultra rare parachute used by some of the most fearsome Japanese troops during WW2.

EDO JAPANESE SAMURAI KABUTO HELMET WITH SHIKORO

Lot #235 (Sale Order 268 of 896)

Japanese Kabuto helmet. Multiple piece Hachi construction. Most of the original lacquer remains. Original Oharaidate intact for frontal Datemono fastening. Edo period.

JAPANESE SAMURAI FACEMASK NARA STYLE W NECK GUARD

Lot #236 (Sale Order 269 of 896)

Japanese Samurai facemask "Nara" style, with hooks and extensions for ear covers but missing nose guard. Approximately 70% of lacquer finish is present. Inside lining shows some "chips" and age lines. Edo Period.

JAPANESE TAISHO PERIOD SAMURAI SUIT OF ARMOR

Lot #237 (Sale Order 270 of 896)

Japanese lacquered metal samurai armor id well used condition. This suit recently came from a Veterans estate out in Oklahoma and is very fragile. There are several spots of the armor that need some TLC but is still very attractive.

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN LION HEAD SWORD w SCABBARD WWI

Lot #238 (Sale Order 271 of 896)

This example is roughly, 41 1/2 long, slightly curved, drop forged steel construction, nickel/silver plated blade with narrow, shallow fullers running three quarters of the way up both sides of the blade. The blade is in overall in good condition with some grating and light pitting. The saber has die cast alloy langets, cross guard, ferrule, "P", knuckle bow, back-strap and "lion’s head" pommel with ruby colored glass eyes. The obverse rounded tip, shield shaped langet has an embossed crossed flags and swords. The lion’s head pommel features a nicely detailed mane and pronounced snout and the top of the knuckle bow is inserted into the lion’s mouth. The saber has a molded black Bakelite grip with a central bulge, and repeating, recessed horizontal grooves. The saber comes with its original, black painted, sheet metal construction scabbard. The scabbard retains about 50% of its black paint. The scabbard has an integral drag to the bottom edge and a sweated on horizontal scabbard band near the top edge with a raised rectangular suspension bar to the reverse and a suspension ring to the reverse edge. Good

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BUTCHER SAWBACK BAYONET WW1

Lot #239 (Sale Order 272 of 896)

A second pattern model 1898/05 bayonet, with the flash guard along the back of its grips introduced in 1915, known as the S 98/05 nA ("Seitengewehr 98/05 neuer Art," or, Bayonet ‘98/’05 new Pattern). Nicely maker marked. Spine is dated for 1917. Nice scabbard with a few superficial dents, good clean untouched example with leather frog.

WW1 IMPERAL GERMAN S 98 nA ENGRAVED BAYONET WWI

Lot #240 (Sale Order 273 of 896)

Stellar S 98 nA DOUBLE ENGRAVED DRESS BAYONET. A second pattern model 1898 bayonet, with the two-piece grips introduced in 1902, known as the S 98 nA ("Seitengewehr 98 neuer Art" - Bayonet ‘98 new Pattern), and its original leather scabbard with double engraved blade. To the obverse W. Knüpfer, 4.Komp Garde Jäger Batls. Jahrg. 1910/1912 is acid etched with floral patterns and a coat of arms. To the reverse Zur Erinnerung an meine Dienstzeit also with floral patterns and coats of arms. The unsheathed bayonet has an overall length of 19 1/4 inches. Its steel, contoured bird’s head pommel has a stud guide and locking stud. Super nice condition.

WWII JAPANESE TYPE 100 81MM MORTAR ROUND WW2

Lot #241 (Sale Order 274 of 896)

A near mint example of an inert 81mm WW2 Japanese High Explosive mortar round for Type 99 Mortars. It has most of it's original black paint and retains red filling ring. The body is also stamped with Japanese script mark (illustrated). Excellent

WWII IMPERIAL JAPANESE NAVAL OFFICERS DAGGER

Lot #242 (Sale Order 275 of 896)

Imperial Japanese WWII Naval Officers Dagger & Scabbard. Measures 16 3/16" long overall. The steel blade measures 5/8" wide by 8 5/16" long. Has a brown leather scabbard with brass fittings that have a floral design on them. The pommel and cross guard are brass construction. Has a wire wrapped beige ray skin handle. (There is a push button on the reverse side to release the dagger from the scabbard). Scarce.

WWII JAPANESE ARMY SOLDIERS NATL. FLAG W/ KANJI

Lot #243 (Sale Order 276 of 896)

Large silk flag measuring 35" by 29". Large amount of Kanji. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE ARMY SOLDIERS NATL. FLAG W/ KANJI

Lot #244 (Sale Order 277 of 896)

Large linin painted flag measuring 35" by 43". Large amount of Kanji, original ties and re-enforced corners having Mount Fuji and a Geisha Girl. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE PATRIOTIC OFF TO WAR BANNER WW2

Lot #245 (Sale Order 278 of 896)

Linen example that measures approximately 124 inches in length having a lot of kanji with both battle and National Japanese flags. Shows the expected age, period use and wear. Send-off parades were organized for soldiers on their way to the local railway station by community organizations, with the participants carrying banners ("nobori"), suspended from vertical poles, each with the name of a specific recruit to them.

WWII LARGE FLAG OF THE TAIWAN REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Lot #246 (Sale Order 279 of 896)

A red field, with a blue canton containing a 12-ray white sun measuring 25 1/2 X 40 inches. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE ARMY SOLDIERS NATL. FLAG W/ KANJI

Lot #247 (Sale Order 280 of 896)

Large silk flag measuring 37" by 27". Large amount of Kanji, original ties to the corners. Excellent

WWII JAPANESE ARMY SOLDIERS NATL. FLAG W/ KANJI

Lot #248 (Sale Order 281 of 896)

Large silk flag measuring 32" by 28". Large amount of Kanji, original ties to the corners. Excellent

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN LION HEAD SWORD w SCABBARD WWI

Lot #249 (Sale Order 282 of 896)

This example is roughly, 40" long, slightly curved, drop forged steel construction, nickel/silver plated blade with narrow, shallow fullers running three quarters of the way up both sides of the blade. The blade is in overall good condition measuring 34. The saber has die cast alloy langets, cross guard, ferrule, "P", knuckle bow, back-strap and "Panther’s head" pommel. The obverse rounded tip, shield shaped langet has an embossed crossed cannons. The Panther’s head pommel features a nicely detailed mane and pronounced snout and the top of the knuckle bow is inserted into the lion’s mouth. The saber has a molded black Bakelite grip with a central bulge, and repeating, recessed horizontal grooves. The saber comes with its original, nickel plated, sheet metal construction scabbard. The scabbard. The scabbard has an integral drag to the bottom edge and a sweated on horizontal scabbard band near the top edge with a raised rectangular suspension bar to the reverse and a suspension ring to the reverse edge. Both of the small, dome headed throat retaining screws are intact.

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN LION HEAD SWORD w SCABBARD WWI

Lot #250 (Sale Order 283 of 896)

This example is roughly, 39 long, slightly curved, drop forged steel construction, nickel/silver plated blade with narrow, shallow fullers running three quarters of the way up both sides of the blade. The blade is in overall good condition with light engraving that displays minor pitting and graying to the blade measuring 32". The saber has die cast alloy langets, cross guard, ferrule, "P", knuckle bow, back-strap and "lion’s head" pommel. The obverse rounded tip, shield shaped langet has an embossed head of Medusa. The lion’s head pommel features a nicely detailed mane and pronounced snout and the top of the knuckle bow is inserted into the lion’s mouth. The saber has a molded black rayskin grip with a central bulge, and repeating, recessed horizontal grooves. The saber comes with its original, nickel plated sheet metal construction scabbard with brass fittings. The scabbard has an integral drag to the bottom edge and a sweated on horizontal scabbard band near the top edge with a raised rectangular suspension bar to the reverse and a suspension ring to the reverse edge. Both of the small, dome headed throat retaining screws are intact. Excellent

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN DIPLOMATIC SWORD WWI

Lot #250a (Sale Order 284 of 896)

Beautiful issue sword of the Imperial German era, a Bavarian court or diplomatic sword. Bavarian Lion featured as its pommel figure and also the lion is seen in repose on the clamshell guard. The grips are inlaid mother of pearl. In 1805 under the Peace of Pressburg between Napoleonic France and the Holy Roman Empire, several duchies were elevated to kingdoms. The Wittelsbach rulers of Bavaria held the title “King of Bavaria” from 1806 until 1918. The Prince-elector of Bavaria, Maximilian IV Joseph, formally assumed the title King Maximilian I of Bavaria on the first of January 1806, but his “M” initial was often seen on various items such as swords in commemoration of his founding of the Bavarian diplomatic corps far beyond his actual reign. The sword probably dates in the period before the First World War. Blade still retains blue panels and fire gold gilding. Very Good

19th CENT. SUDANESE MAHDI ENGRAVED BROADSWORD

Lot #250b (Sale Order 285 of 896)

This Broadsword, known as a Kaskara, is a nice example of the principal weapon carried by the Mahdi's warriors in the Sudan. The blade is 35" and is engraved with the Sun and Moon and stars. No scabbard. 40" Overall, Very Good

19th CENT. GERMAN OFFICER'S SWORD WK & CO.

Lot #250c (Sale Order 286 of 896)

The sword has a 31" blade with 2 full length fullers. Marked on both sides of blade with address and Dresden. makers mark is knights head WK & Co. Ornate brass hilt with whistle on quillon. Grip is wood missing wrap and wire. Scabbard has dents and has been painted black. Doesn't quite fit with whistle attachment. 37" overall. Good-Very Good

M 1821 BRITISH LIGHT CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD

Lot #250d (Sale Order 287 of 896)

The sword has a 31 1/2" bengraved blade with a proved medallion on the ricasso. The blade is dark and may clean up better. Engraved hilt is brass, and knucklebow is bent. Grip is leather with loose braided wire. 36 1/2" overall. No scabbard.

VINTAGE BONE HANDLE SWORD ENGRAVED BLADE

Lot #250e (Sale Order 288 of 896)

Interesting continental sword with no makers name. Plated 33" blade is profusely engraved with stands of arms and floral design. Brass pommel and pommel cap. Quillons has acorns on either end. Grooved bone grip. Scabbard is nickel plated and has brass mountings. 38 1/2" overll. Very Good-Excellent

19th CENT. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS FRATERNAL SWORD

Lot #250f (Sale Order 289 of 896)

Ornate high quality named Knights of Pythias Fraternal sword. 26" blade, 33" overall. Excellent

VINTAGE ITALIAN FENCING SWORD

Lot #250g (Sale Order 290 of 896)

Sword has aluminum guard and blunted blade is 34 1/2" long. Very Good

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRK SUBORDINATE'S HEWER WW2

Lot #251 (Sale Order 291 of 896)

The hewer features a roughly, 10 1/2", (26.6 cm), long, broad, squared, blunt tipped, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, wide, fullers, a staggered, saw-toothed, edge, a large, flat, ricasso and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 15 5/8", (39.6 cm). The blade is in superb, clean condition (there is a coat of protective grease on it, should clean off fine). The brown leather washer is still intact. The cast alloy construction, cross guard, languets, and pommel all have a matte, nickel/silver plated finish. The obverse, vertically oval, languet has a raised, smooth, outer edge encompassing an embossed second pattern, (Circa 1938-1945), DRK style national eagle with down-swept wings, a highly embossed swastika to it’s breast, and a traditional Greek style cross in it’s talons, on a slightly recessed, pebbled, field. The reverse, vertically oval, languet also has the raised, smooth, outer edge encompassing a slightly recessed, smooth field. The short, horizontally extended, cross guard features two, evenly spaced, deeply recessed, horizontal, lines near both the top and bottom edges. The unique shaped, horizontally oval, integral, plain pommel is intact. The hewer has molded, black, bakelite grips held in place by two, countersunk screws. The obverse grip features a repeating, diamond grooved pattern and the reverse grip is plain. The hewer comes with it’s original, black painted magnetic sheet metal scabbard with matte, nickel/silver plated top and bottom fittings. Both the top and bottom fittings are secured to the scabbard by two, small, dome headed screws. Complete with original frog. Excellent The DRK, "Deutsches Rotes Kreuz" (German Red Cross), a voluntary civil assistance organization originally instituted in 1864, was officially acknowledged by the Geneva Convention in 1929, and in December of 1937 it was legally recognized by the NSDAP, becoming controlled by them a year later under the auspices of the Ministry of the Interior’s Social Welfare Organization. Due to its non-combatant status, it had to conform to the international Geneva Convention, which directed that its members not carry any weapons, including edged weapons. As a result, the DRK Subordinate’s hewer, introduced in 1938, was designed with a squared tip to preclude its classification as a weapon, allowing its wear in the field. It was worn by the ranks of "DRK-Anwärter" to "DRK-Haupthelfer".

WWII NAZI GERMAN FIRE POLICE SAWTOOTH BAYONET WW2

Lot #252 (Sale Order 292 of 896)

Drop forged, 7 3/4 long, bright nickel/silver plated steel blade with wide fuller to each side. Blade is in overall very good condition and is the sawtooth variety. Maker marker to Eickhorn. Brown leather washer is intact. Hilt consists of nickel/silver plated steel cross guard, eagle head pommel and molded black Bakelite grips with a repeating grooved diamond pattern. Cross guard features one up-swept and one down-swept arm. Diamond grooved Bakelite grips are held in place by two dome headed rivets. Magnetic sheet metal scabbard retains about 90% of its original black finish. Throat retaining screw and frog lug are both intact. As with all Polizei agencies in Germany the Feuerschutzpolizei, (Fire Protection Police), came under the auspices of Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler in his position as Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effective on June 17TH 1936. Newly introduced regulations in July 1936 attempted to bring about uniformity in dress for all Feuerschutzpolizei and also established standardized side arms. The new side arms, official designated, Faschinenmesser, (Machete), were introduced in two lengths with a short model for Officer ranks and a longer model for EM/NCO’s ranks.

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLIZEI STAG GRIP BAYONET WW2

Lot #253 (Sale Order 293 of 896)

German WWII Police Bayonet & Scabbard. Measures 15 1/2" long overall. The steel blade is not maker marked. Has the brown leather scabbard body with nickel fittings. The handle has a pair of stag antler grips with a police eagle in the center. The handle is aluminum construction. This is the unslotted version. Very Good On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted in July 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. One of the new uniform regulations was the introduction of a standardized bayonet based on the earlier Prussian Landespolizei bayonet. The bayonet came in a un-slotted dress model and a "T" slotted service model.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE OFFICER'S DAGGER WW2

Lot #254 (Sale Order 294 of 896)

Roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel construction, stiletto style blade with dual, narrow, central fullers to each side. The blade is grayed with some pitting. Unmarked. The dagger has a nicely detailed, fire gilt, brass construction crossguard and pommel. The crossguard features an embossed fouled anchor to both the obverse and reverse centerpieces and an ornate foliage pattern and rosette tips to the horizontal arms. The reverse centerpiece of the crossguard has an integral spring loaded locking button which is fully intact and still functions. The pommel is a likeness of the Wehrmacht style eagle with down-swept wings clutching a canted, wreathed swastika. The dagger has a nicely aged white celluloid grip mounted on a wooden sleeve with twisted, brass wire wrap still intact. The dagger comes with its original fire gilt brass construction scabbard with the standard etched lightning bolt design. The scabbard has both of the sweated on, embossed, oak-leaf patterned hanger bands with the scabbard rings and hanger loops all intact. The top throat is secured to the scabbard by two, small screws with one situated at either side near the top edge. Scarce with the plane blade. The Kriegsmarine was the last of the three branches of the German Armed Forces to adopt a Nazified dagger on January 28TH 1938. The Kriegsmarine dagger was a modified version of a traditional design that dates back to the creation of the Prussian Navy in 1848. The main modification of the Third Reich era dagger was a change in the Reichsmarine pattern "flame" shaped pommel to one featuring the national eagle with the swastika. Dress regulations for Officers and senior NCO’s prescribed wear of side arms, including the dagger, as a component of particular forms of dress. Officer and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms, including side arms, and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Navy’s Offizierkleiderkasse, (Officer’s Clothing Account), system. Although enlisted personnel were issued their side arms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately manufactured side arms although the price may have been restrictive. When worn the dagger was accompanied by a portepee and specific hangers. Originally designed as a functional item to secure the blade sidearm to the holders wrist the portepee evolved into a purely decorative accessory and was to be worn with all Kriegsmarine Officers daggers. Regulations of May 7TH 1943 discontinued further manufacture of the portepee’s although those already issued continued to be utilized and regulations of February 25TH 1944 discontinued wear of the dagger to be replaced with a pistol until the successful conclusion of the war.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE PILOT BADGE WW2

Lot #255 (Sale Order 295 of 896)

Late war zinc alloy construction, two piece badge is in the form of a vertically oval wreath with a separate burnished silver finished, stylized, spread winged eagle in flight, clutching a swastika mounted on the wreath. The eagle is attached to the wreath by two small dome headed rivets which are visible to the reverse. The vertically oval wreath features embossed laurel leaves to the left side and oak-leaves to the right side.The smooth reverse of the wreath has a soldered barrel type hinge, a thin round vertical pin, and catch all intact. The reverse of the eagle is maker marked The Pilot’s Qualification Badge was originally introduced on January 19TH 1935 for award to personnel of the DLV, Deutscher Luftsportsverband Fliegerschaft, (German Air Sports Association Pilot Base), the secret forerunner of the Luftwaffe, who had achieved their pilot's licenses. The badge was officially adopted by the Luftwaffe on March 26TH 1936, by order of Hermann Göring. The Pilot’s Badge was awarded on an individual basis to personnel who had successfully completed the appropriate theory and flight training and had achieved their pilot's license. As with other flyer’s specialty badges, a cloth version of the Pilot’s Badge was authorized for wear on the flight blouse, with a machine embroidered pattern for EM/NCOs and a hand embroidered pattern for Officers.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY STATE SERVICE FLAG WW2

Lot #256 (Sale Order 296 of 896)

A 1935 pattern double sided printed wool construction flag. The flag features a red base field white with a white central, circular field with a black and white bordered black static swastika to the center and a black bordered and accented white NSDAP political style national eagle in the canton. The flag measures approximately 37 X 66 inches. Shows usage and wear and mothing measuring. With a deep understanding of pageantry and symbolism, and its propaganda and psychological effectiveness, the NSDAP went to great lengths to reinforce their political party to the general populace of Germany, with repetitive slogans and the omnipresent use of the swastika. Swastikas adorned flags, banners and pennants and were utilized at every possible opportunity. Originally the State Service Flag was introduced in the Weimar era in 1921 and consisted of three horizontal bars in black, white and red with smaller horizontal bars of black, red and yellow inset in the canton with a black national eagle positioned slightly off-center. On March 13TH 1933 the first Third Reich era State Service Flag was introduced and was designated, "Dienstflagge der Reichsbehörden zur See", (Service Flag of the National Authorities at Sea), but the original designation was altered to, "Reichsdienstflagge", (State Service Flag), on June 6TH 1933. The 1933 pattern flag followed the basic design of its predecessor with three horizontal bars in black, white and red with a black national eagle positioned in the center. On October 31ST 1935 a second pattern State Service Flag was introduced and was first flown on November 7TH 1935. Regulations dictated that the State Service Flag was to be utilized by all public administrative government authorities and was to be flown on their buildings, on inland waterways and the high seas vessels and service vehicles as required. The regulations also extended use of the State Service Flag to the authorities of the Reichsbahn, (National Railways), the Reich autobahn, (National Highways), and the Reichsbank, (National Bank).

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP FLAG 45X31 WW2

Lot #257 (Sale Order 297 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 45 X 31 inches. To both its red fields are sewn white disks, with a separately applied mobile swastikas in black. Very Good. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HJ DJ FANFARE TRUMPET BANNER WW2

Lot #258 (Sale Order 298 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Hitler Youth Trumpet Banner that is unit marked 38/255 measuring 18 X 17 inches excluding the white fringe and is double sided. To the obverse a separately applied black eagle holding a hammer and sword with accents all in chainstitch. At one point there was a swastika to the center of the chest that has been removed or de-nazified. The unit designation underneath is 38/255, also in chainstitch. The reverse side has a large, white Sig-rune stitched to its black background field. Both tassels are present but one of the three hanging straps is missing. Excellent The DJ, "Deutsche Jungvolk" (German Youth), originated in Vienna, Austria in 1929, and was eventually to become the young branch of the HJ; for boys from 10 to 14 years old. The Sig-rune first became associated with the DJ on November 9th 1929, the sixth anniversary of the failed Beer Hall Putsch, when the Gauleiter of Vienna presented them with their first official flag, consisting of a black field with a central, silver Sig-rune. The Sig-rune was afterward adopted as the official emblem of the DJ.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RADOM SHOULDER HOLSTER WW2

Lot #259 (Sale Order 299 of 896)

WWII German shoulder holster for the Polish P35 9mm pistol. The leather is worn but is still flexible with shoulder strap still present. A nice complement to your Radom pistol. Vis (Polish designation pistolet wz. 35 Vis, German designation 9 mm Pistole 35(p), or simply the Radom in English sources) is a 9×19mm caliber, single-action, semi-automatic pistol. Its design was inspired by American firearms inventor John Browning's 9mm "Browning GP" pistol which was completed after Browning's death by designers at Fabrique Nationale in Herstal Belgium. Production of the Vis began at the Fabryka Broni arms factory in Radom in 1935, and was adopted as the standard handgun of the Polish Army the following year. The pistol was valued by the Germans and towards the end of the war issued to German paratroopers. The Vis is highly prized among collectors of firearms.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MARINE HJ / DJ RANK INSIGNIA LOT

Lot #260 (Sale Order 300 of 896)

Lot of 8 HJ Marine insignia to include 1) 1938 pattern, revised sleeve rank insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter navy blue wool base with a single machine embroidered rank chevron in silvery/grey threads to the center. Reverse has a RZM tag fully intact. The insignia signifies the ranks of Marine-HJ Rottenführer, and DJ-Hordenführer. 2) An upper right sleeve rank insignia for a Marine-HJ "Oberrottenführer," or a DJ "Oberhordenführer," comprised of a 60mm diameter, very dark navy blue wool disk, upon which is machine embroidered, in silver-grey threads, dual "V" chevrons. Reverse has protective black ribbed fabric and RZM tag. 3) 1938 pattern, revised sleeve rank insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter navy blue wool base with a machine embroidered rank chevron and two pips in silvery/grey threads to the center. The reverse of the insignia has a protective black oilcloth backing and original HJ/RZM tag. The insignia signifies the ranks of Marine-HJ Oberscharführer, and DJ-Oberjungzugführer. 4) 1938 pattern, revised sleeve rank insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter navy blue wool base with dual machine embroidered rank pips in silvery/grey threads to the center. The reverse of the insignia has a protective black oilcloth backing. The insignia signifies the ranks of Marine-HJ Scharführer, and DJ-Jungzugführer. Original paper HJ/RZM tag still attached. 5) 1938 pattern, revised sleeve rank insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter navy blue wool base with dual machine embroidered rank pips in silvery/grey threads to the center. The reverse of the insignia has a protective black oilcloth backing. The insignia signifies the ranks of Marine-HJ Scharführer, and DJ-Jungzugführer. Original paper HJ/RZM tag still attached. 6) 1938 pattern, revised sleeve rank insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter navy blue wool base with a machine embroidered rank chevron and pip in silvery/grey threads to the center. The reverse of the insignia has a protective black oilcloth backing. The insignia signifies the ranks of Marine-HJ Oberkameradschaftsführer, and DJ-Oberjungenschaftsführer. 7) 1938 pattern, revised sleeve rank insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter navy blue wool base with a machine embroidered rank chevron and pip in silvery/grey threads to the center. The reverse of the insignia has a protective black oilcloth backing. The insignia signifies the ranks of Marine-HJ Oberkameradschaftsführer, and DJ-Oberjungenschaftsführer. 8) Insignia consists of a 60mm diameter deep navy blue wool base with single machine embroidered rank pip in silver/grey threads. Reverse has protective black ribbed fabric and RZM tag. Insignia was worn on the upper right sleeve and indicates the ranks of Marine HJ-Kameradschaftsführer, or DJ-Jungenschaftsführer. All are excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE INSIGNIA LOT WW2

Lot #261 (Sale Order 301 of 896)

WWII Nazi German insignia lot to include 1) Kreuzer Königsberg full length cap talley. A full length, 1936 to 1945 pattern, woven, black rayon construction cap talley features machine woven, Gothic script, "Kreuzer Königsberg", in bright golden yellow celleon threads. The ends of the talley are cut at a diagonal angle which would create the "swallow-tail", affect when applied to the cap. 2) Obermaat's Shoulder Straps. Pointed tip, "pass through" style shoulder straps in navy blue wool with ribbed gilt wire tress to all outside edges. Nice! 3) Obermaat's Shoulder Strap. Pointed tip, "pass through" style shoulder strap in navy blue wool with ribbed gilt wire tress to all outside edges. Nice! 4) Coastal Artillery Shoulder Strap. Later, (post May-1940), field-gray wool construction pointed tip, slip on shoulder strap with a machine embroidered, vertical anchor in golden yellow cotton threads. The shoulder strap is in overall very good condition with light nap wear and age and usage toning. 5) Set of Kriegsmarine Pointed tip, "pass through" style shoulder straps in navy blue wool with ribbed gilt wire tress to all outside edges with anchors to the centers. 6) Boatswain EM's Career Sleeve insignia. The insignia consists of a roughly 60mm diameter, navy blue wool base with a machine embroidered, five point star in bright, golden yellow, cotton threads. 7) Radio Operator's Trade Insignia. The insignia consists of a roughly, 60mm diameter, deep navy blue cloth base with a machine embroidered, downward pointing, stylized blitz arrow in golden yellow cotton threads. 8) EM/NCO Breast Eagle. Machine embroidered breast eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, in golden yellow cotton threads, on a cut-out, dark, navy blue, wool base. Mint condition! 9) EM/NCO Breast Eagle. Machine embroidered breast eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, in golden yellow cotton threads, on a cut-out, dark, navy blue, wool base. Mint condition!

WWII NAZI GERMAN STALAG VIIB TAG & PATCHES WW2

Lot #262 (Sale Order 302 of 896)

WWII Nazi German POW tag and cloth tags from Stalag VIIB. This prison camp held British Forces and was in Lamsdorf Germany. A POW Camp ID Tag for allied prisoners housed in the Stalag VII-B camp at Lamsdorf, Germany. The tag is crafted in zinc; the obverse stamped “Stalag VIII-B, Nr. 14306” on both sides of the quintuple slotted center; three drill holes; measuring 60 mm x 40 mm; near extremely fine condition. Two printed cloth tags measuring 5X5 inches that reads Stalag VIIB. Both are in excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSFK DLV INSIGNIA BADGE LOT WW2

Lot #263 (Sale Order 303 of 896)

WWII Nazi German NSFK lot to include 1) NSFK SLEEVE/BREAST INSIGNIA. Machine embroidered NSFK national emblem consisting of a winged man, (Icarus), in pale gray threads with black accent threads with a canted black swastika superimposed on his legs on a cut-out mid-gray rayon base with a blue/gray wool backing. Wingspan is approximately 8.5cm. Removed from a uniform. Couple of small holes to the right wing. Originals of these are surprisingly hard to find. Nice! 2) CIVIL GLIDING CLASS "A" PROFICIENCY BADGE. An "A" class gliding proficiency badge, comprised of a circular border to one machine embroidered "gull," in silver gray thread, on a 50mm diameter, blue-gray wool base. 3) CIVIL GLIDING CLASS "A" PROFICIENCY BADGE. A "A" class gliding proficiency badge featuring a hand embroidered "gull" in silver-aluminum threads, encompassed by a silver-aluminum circular border, on a 42mm diameter blue/gray wool base. 4) CIVIL GLIDING CLASS "A" PROFICIENCY BADGE. A "A" class gliding proficiency badge featuring a hand embroidered "gull" in silver-aluminum threads, encompassed by a silver-aluminum circular border, on a 42mm diameter blue/gray wool base.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MOTHER'S CROSS IN GOLD CASED

Lot #264 (Sale Order 304 of 896)

A second pattern, two piece, die stamped tombak award with a fire gilted finish and blue and white enamel work. The award is in the form of a Christian cross in blue enamel with a white enamel border, both outlined in gold. Between each arm of the cross are five-ray projections in gold. The central circular field has a white enamel base upon which is a black static swastika, outlined in gold, and encompassed by a gold surround with the embossed Latin script, "Der Deutschen Mutter" (The German Mother). The reverse has the stamped simulated handwritten script, "16 Dezember 1938," and a facsimile of Hitler’s signature. It comes with it original ribbed rayon blue and white striped ribbon and is housed in the original blue leatherette case. Mint The Mother’s Cross was introduced by Adolf Hitler on December 16TH 1938 as part of a large propaganda campaign aimed at increasing the birth rate. The award was officially designated, Honor Cross of the German Mother, and was instituted in three grades to recognize and reward child bearing German females. The three grades consisted of the bronze cross for bearing four or five children, the silver cross for bearing six or seven children and the gold cross for bearing eight or more children. Criteria for the award included that the parents be of pure German blood, and that the mother was worthy of such an honor. On its introduction the cross had the impressed inscription to reverse, "Das kind adelt die Mutter", (The child ennobles the mother), but this was inexplicably changed sometime in 1939. Bestowal of the cross was accompanied by an award certificate, a cash incentive for each child born and a miniature cross for everyday wear, with the actual cross being reserved for formal or ceremonial occasions. Of Note: Members of all youth organizations were required to salute wearers of the Mother’s Cross.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EARLY ARMY DAGGER BY TIGER WW2

Lot #265 (Sale Order 305 of 896)

The dagger features an approximately 26cm long drop forged steel construction and nickel/silver plated stiletto style blade with a flat central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 38cm. Nice clean blade with mirror finish. Maker marked to "Tiger Solingen". The original brown leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a cast alloy, crossguard, ferrule, and pommel. The obverse crossguard features the embossed army style national eagle with outstretched wings but is missing the swastika. The reverse is engraved with the soldier's name "Bodenmuller". The ferrule and pommel both feature embossed repeating oak-leaf patterns. The dagger has a molded dark orange/yellow celluloid grip with the correct diagonally angled ribbing. The dagger comes with its original tooled magnetic sheet metal construction scabbard with a random pebbled pattern to both the obverse and reverse and smooth side panels. Both of the sweated on scabbard bands with a repeating horizontally embossed oak-leaf pattern and the hanger suspension rings are intact. The single dome headed throat retaining screw is also intact. Excellent Traditionally German Army Officers had worn a saber as part of the uniform dress and this tradition was carried on through the Weimar era, (Circa 1919-1933), Reichswehr, (National Defense {Force}), and on into the Third Reich. In an attempt to build morale and curry favour within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with the walking out dress, and retained the saber for wear on more formal occasions. The dress dagger was designed by Berlin graphic artist Paul Casberg and was officially approved for wear on May 4TH 1935 along with specifically styled dagger hangers and a new pattern portepee. The edged weapon portepees were originally introduced in the Prussian army in 1808, and continued to be worn with the Dress uniform, as a tradition and identifying item through WWI, the Weimar era and on into the Third Reich, with minor modifications. Originally designed as a functional item to secure the blade sidearm to the holder’s wrist the portepee evolved into a purely decorative accessory. The Third Reich era Officer’s dagger portepee was introduced along with the Officer’s dagger on May 4TH 1935 and was intended for wear by all Officers and Senior NCO’s with permission to wear the dagger. Of Note: Production of the dress dagger was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943 and further wear of the dress dagger and portepee was prohibited by order of September 5TH 1944. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that officer ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the dress dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP WALL BANNER W TASSELS WW2

Lot #266 (Sale Order 306 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 57 X 118 inches excluding the two red tassels. To both its red fields are sewn white disks, with a printed mobile swastikas in black. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M40 SINGLE DECAL LUFTWAFFE HELMET

Lot #267 (Sale Order 307 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction M40 helmet retains about a good portion of its Luftwaffe blue/gray paint. The left side of the helmet has a second pattern, (circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle decal which is retained about 95%. All three of the liner retaining rivets are intact. The interior of the helmet has a complete M31 leather liner with all eight fingers that is size marked 57. The reverse, interior, neck guard apron has a faint, stamped is serial/lot number that appears to be, "3152", and the interior, left side apron is stamped with the manufacturer’s code and size "EF 64" indicating manufacture by Emaillierwerk, AG Fulda, size 64. Excellent. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. The Luftwaffe pattern national eagle was originally introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft, (Pilot Base), personnel of the DLV, Deutscher Luftsportsverband, (German Air Sports Association), the clandestine, civilian, forerunner of the Luftwaffe on August 18TH 1934, and adopted for wear by the Luftwaffe on March 1ST 1935 along with the national tri-color shield for wear on the helmet. The first pattern national eagle was utilized until a modified second pattern eagle was introduced in late 1936 or early 1937. Regulations of June 12TH 1940 discontinued the use of the national tri-color decal and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the national eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI LUFTSCHUTZ BEADED M38 GLADIATOR HELMET

Lot #268 (Sale Order 308 of 896)

The three piece, stamped, sheet steel construction Luftschutz M38 "Gladiator" style helmet retains a most of its original, smooth, dark satin blue paint. The front center of the helmet has a Luftschutz emblem decal. The black detailed, silver decal features stylized spread wings with a central oak-leaf sprig and a canted swastika positioned below a scripted banner, "Luftschutz". The helmet has two groups of seven "salt & pepper" ventilation holes to either side of the crown. All three of the small, flat headed, liner retaining rivets are intact. The helmet has an embossed, horizontal, beaded rim between the crown and the visor/neck guard. The visor/neck guard has a semi-circular "ear" cut-out and a brazed vertical seam to either side. Complete original liner and chinstrap that shows wear. Size marked 56. Nice helmet. Formed in late 1932 the Deutscher Luftschutzverband, (German Air Protection League), was a voluntary organization designed to provide civil air raid protection in large civilian centers. Shortly after Hitler ascension to power the Deutscher Luftschutzverband was restructured and placed under the supervision of the Reichsluftfahrtministerium, (National Air Ministry), under the control of Hermann Göring. On April 29TH 1933 the Deutscher Luftschutzverband was renamed RLB, Reichs Luftschutz Bund, (National Air Raid Protection League) and was given status as an official national organization tasked with all aspects of civil air raid defence. The RLB remained a voluntary organization with a small cadre of paid, full-time, uniformed officials to oversee the organizations functions until June 1935 when obligatory service was introduced. Only the most basic uniform and equipment items were supplied to the cadre personnel, with the rest having to be bought personally by members. On September 26TH 1938 a specific helmet for RLB personnel was introduced that incorporated a raised horizontal "bead" between the visors and crown. These helmets commonly called the "Gladiator" style were supplemented with M35, M40 and M42 helmets that also incorporated a raised horizontal "bead" between the visors and crown. The Luftschutz also utilized a variety of captured helmets.

WWII NAZI DOUBLE DECAL FEUERSCHUTZPOLIZEI HELMET

Lot #269 (Sale Order 309 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction, civic M34 helmet retains a good portion of its original black satin finish paint. The left side of the helmet has a silver bordered, black based, police decal with the second pattern, silver, wreathed police eagle as introduced on July 28TH 1936. The decal is retained about 95%. The right side of the helmet has a party shield decal which is retained about 98%. The helmet has two separate, groups of seven, "salt & pepper" ventilation holes positioned on each side of the crown. All four of the flat headed liner retaining rivets are intact. Complete with liner and chinstrap system (That's been repaired). Shows the expected age, wear and use. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Beside the basic army style helmets the Germans also produced a wide variety of civic style helmets with no fewer then nine assorted variants of the model M34. These civic style helmets were utilized by assorted civilian and para-military organizations including the police. Shortly after Hitler ascension to power in January 1933 regulations indicated that police helmets were to have a canted white swastika applied to the right side and the Prussian state color shield applied to the left side until further regulations of April 23RD 1934 altered the Prussian state shield to the national tri-color shield. On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country including the Feuerschutzpolizei, (Fire Protection Police). The new dress regulations included an attempt to standardize the helmets of the police. On July 28TH 1936 regulations once again altered the insignia on the police helmets with the new wreathed police eagle emblem to be applied to the left side of the helmet and the NSDAP party shield applied to the right side. The July 1936 police helmet insignia was utilized for the duration of the war.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1st PATTERN ARMY PITH HELMET WW2

Lot #270 (Sale Order 310 of 896)

First pattern tropical pith helmet with a formed cork core covered in a ribbed green cotton twill. The helmet features a six panel vertically seamed tan cotton twill crown with a horizontal band stitched at the rear center at the juncture of the crown and the all around visor. The helmet has two stamped alloy shields with a national eagle to the left side and a national tri-color shield to the right side. The national eagle shield features a high relief embossed Wehrmacht style eagle with down-swept wings on a slightly textured black painted background field. The national tri-color shield features three diagonally angled bars in the colors of red, white, and black on a slightly textured background field. Sweatband is complete. Chinstrap is also present. There is some damage/break to the interior cork under the cloth. Size marked 57. Good In late 1940, with the impending German entrance into the North African campaign, tropical uniforms, headgear and equipment were quickly developed and issued in time for DAK, Deutsches Afrika Korps, (German Africa Corps), personnel’s arrival in Tripoli in February 1941. One of the new headgear items introduced was the tropical pith helmet which was based on the design of the earlier Kriegsmarine pith helmet. On its introduction the pith helmet was constructed of a formed cork base with a cotton twill covering until a second pattern pith helmet was introduced with a formed cork base with a felt covering. The second pattern pith helmet followed the same basic design as the first pattern but was modified to ease production time and material costs. Wear of the pith helmets was extended to personnel serving in southern areas of continental Europe but the helmets proved ineffective and unpopular and manufacture was discontinued sometime in 1942. On introduction the tropical pith helmets were outfitted with a national eagle and national tri-color identification shields.

WWII NAZI GERMAN AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION MESS PLATE

Lot #271 (Sale Order 311 of 896)

Roughly 27cm diameter, white glazed stoneware construction mess hall dinner plate that is divided into three sections. The bottom of the plate is well marked with green, print under glaze with the DAF insignia of a cogged wheel and is also maker marked Bauscher Weiden. This plate came from a Aircraft factory production plant.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RLB SILVERED PLATE W PAMPHLET

Lot #272 (Sale Order 312 of 896)

WWII Nazi German RLB silvered octagon plate most likely given out as an award measuring 11 3/4 inches wide. To the center of the plate is a bronzed medallion Luftschutz = Selbstschutz Boden Entrümpelt. Also in the lot is a pamphlet measuring 7 X 10 1/4 titled Luftschutz Leitsätze or Air protection principles with a likeness of Hermann Goring to the front. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN NUREMBERG EAGLE BOWL WW2

Lot #273 (Sale Order 313 of 896)

Heavy zinc Bowl with Nuremberg Eagle. About 10.75 inches wide and sits about 3 inches high on 3 legs. Very well made; stunning item. Some suggest this would have been used for calling card placement at the entry foyer. Another theory is that these were used to place personal items from pockets at security check points when entering public buildings (like our modern day airport check points). The look of the legs suggests SS influence in design. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN DOUBLE DECAL RAD HELMET

Lot #274 (Sale Order 314 of 896)

Completely untouched M40 double decal RAD / Heer - Reichsarbeitsdienst helmet. Stamped EF68 on left interior. Lot number 1381 stamped on rear interior indicating manufacture by Emaillierwerk, AG Fulda, size 68. Original liner is present but shows heavy wear. Correct magnetic liner band and and applied steel rivet to the vents. The left side of the helmet has an Wehrmacht eagle shield decal featuring a eagle with down-swept wings, clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons on a black, shield, shaped base. The decal is retained about 60%. The right side of the helmet has a RAD aluminum decal which remains about 80%. This helmet was brought in by the veterans son who brought it home from the War. Very Good The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. At the end of WWI it is estimated that Germany had produced about 8,500,000 steel helmets. As a result of the restrictions placed on the German’s by the Treaty of Versailles, which dictated a standing army of only 100,000 personnel, there was an abundant surplus of these helmets, and though they saw widespread use by Freikorps personnel, there was still a stockpile controlled by the Reichswehr. These excess helmets underwent minor modifications in 1923 with the addition of provincial identifying shield decals and in 1931 with the development of a new chinstrap and liner system. Although helmet development was ongoing when Hitler came to power in 1933, the M16 and M18 helmets were still the main headgear worn by the Reichswehr. The helmets remained the same until March 1933 when the provincial shields were discontinued in favor of the national tri-color shield. In 1934 the national eagle shield was introduced, and both the tri-color and eagle shields were applied to the helmets. After the development of the new M35 helmet, the WWI helmets were still issued to second line and training troops well into WWII.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE EHRENPOKAL HONOR GOBLET

Lot #275 (Sale Order 315 of 896)

German World War II Luftwaffe Ehrenpokal Honor Goblet. Awarded to a ‘Leutnant Rudolf Mayr’ on ’12.8.41’. The one side shows a pair of eagles attacking each other. The other side shows a German WWII 1939 Iron Cross. Measures 8 1/16” tall by 3 15/16” in diameter at the base. The bottom is marked with a crescent Moon; King’s crown; ‘835’ for the silver content; Eagle. The base is hand engraved ‘Leutnant Rudolf Mayr AM 12.8.41. This was awarded to him for outstanding achievement in the air war. Excellent. Lt. Mayr received the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold while serving with I. Gruppe, Kampfgeschwader 40, Luftwaffe and was Awarded on: December 23rd, 1941. Deutsches Kreuz in Gold while serving with Staffelkapitän, 9. Staffel, III. Gruppe, Kampfgeschwader 40, Luftwaffe Awarded on: May 18th, 1943 Awarded for his successes against shipping while flying the Fw 200. Mayr and his crew had sunk 15 ships with 65000 GRT by the time he was awarded the Knight's Cross or Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes while serving with Staffelkapitän of the 9./Kampfgeschwader 40 Awarded on 18 May 1943. Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse and Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse. Rudolf Mayr worked for Deutsche Lufthansa in 1938 in Atlantic service as a pilot of a Dornier flying boat. He gained his first experience in polar regions in May 1938 on a Danish expedition led by Lauge Koch, during which he explored northeast Greenland from the air with the Dornier whale Perssuak. Due to his polar experience, he took part in the German Antarctic Expedition under the direction of Alfred Ritscher in 1938/39 as a pilot of the Dornier Wal D-ALOX Passat. This expedition explored from the air an area of ??around 600,000 km², which is called “ Neuschwabenland“Received. With the measurement cameras from Passat and the other Dornier Wal Boreas under flight captain Richardheinrich Schirmacher , 11,600 aerial photos were taken during the expedition, which formed the basis for the first maps of this area. A mountain range protruding from the inland ice was named by the expedition leader Mayrkette. After the war, Mayr was again employed by Lufthansa and was promoted to chief pilot. On August 15, 1956, he opened the Hamburg - Rio de Janeiro route with a Lockheed Super Constellation . On February 9, 1960, Mayr, together with Werner Utter, acquired the first Lufthansa captain's license for the Boeing 707 and transferred the first aircraft to Germany in March 1960. In 1965 he received the weather service badge of the German Weather Service. Before the war he was a member of the SS, later joining the Luftwaffe. Rudolf Mayr Hauptmann (Luftwaffe) / Flugkapitän / SS-Hauptsturmführer * 01.05.1910 in Miesbach / Oberbayern. + 04.08.1991. NSDAP-Nr.: [None indicated in SS-Dienstalterliste of 01.12.1937] SS-Nr.: 8 467 Promotions: 21.07.1936 SS-Untersturmführer 26.10.1936 SS-Obersturmführer [18.05.1943] Oberleutnant 00.00.194_ Hauptmann [19.10.1943] SS-Hauptsturmführer Decorations & Awards: 18.05.1943 Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes as Oberleutnant and Staffelkapitän 9.Staffel / Kampfgeschwader 40 00.00.19__ 1939 Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse 00.00.19__ 1939 Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 00.00.193_ Flugzeugführerabzeichen [01.12.1937] Deutsches Reichssportabzeichen in Bronze

WWII NAZI SNIPER SCOPE CASE 98K HIGH TURRET WW2

Lot #276 (Sale Order 316 of 896)

Original steel storage can for sniper scope, marked on the lid with a makers code "jvb" and faint eagle proof. 50% original field green paint with surface rusting in the areas of loss. Retains the original web belt loop. Lid clasp works fine. Measures 12 3/8 inches in length. Good

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAF CAR PENNANT OR FLAG WW2

Lot #277 (Sale Order 317 of 896)

1939-1945 German DAF labor corps pennant flag that measures 5 3/4”x 9 1/2”. The pennant retains the original rope on the hoist end of the pennant. There are no maker markings or tags on this piece. The cogged wheel marking on each side of this two-sided piece are BeVo embroidered. Excellent. Free Trade Unions in Germany were dissolved when the Nazis came to power in 1933, their members being absorbed into the newly created DAF, "Deutsche Arbeitsfront" (German Labor-front). The DAF was originally a sub-section of the NSDAP, but became an affiliated organization by 1936, and was the largest of all of the various Nazi organizations. The stated aims of the DAF were to create a national community of German professional and manual laborers, and to educate them in National Socialist principles. Membership was voluntary, but most workers chose to join to take advantage of the entertainment, sport, and travel opportunities provided by the attached KdF, "Kraft durch Freude" (Strength through Joy), welfare organization.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KDF DAF PENNANT OR FLAG WW2

Lot #278 (Sale Order 318 of 896)

WWII Nazi German K.D.F. Kraft durch Freud banner measuring 15 X 7 1/2 inches with a nautical theme, having signal flags and is double sided. Excellent Free Trade Unions in Germany were dissolved when the Nazis came to power in 1933, their members being absorbed into the newly created DAF, "Deutsche Arbeitsfront" (German Labor-front). The DAF was originally a sub-section of the NSDAP, but became an affiliated organization by 1936, and was the largest of all of the various Nazi organizations. The stated aims of the DAF were to create a national community of German professional and manual laborers, and to educate them in National Socialist principles. Membership was voluntary, but most workers chose to join to take advantage of the entertainment, sport, and travel opportunities provided by the attached KdF, "Kraft durch Freude" (Strength through Joy), welfare organization.

WWII GERMAN LUFTWAFFE PARATROOPER CAMO PARACHUTE

Lot #279 (Sale Order 319 of 896)

This is a totally original German WWII Rz20 Paratrooper 28 foot panel camouflage silk canopy with cut shroud lines in mint condition. The silk canopy has panel stamps. Overall condition is excellent. German parachute troops used at least three types of parachutes: marked RZ1, RZ16, and RZ20. The RZ16, which was invented and first constructed at Cologne, has been in service since the beginning of 1940, and, because it opens without shock, is fast becoming the preferred type. Parachute equipment is divided into four main parts: the parachute proper (or canopy and shroud lines), the outer bag and deployment bag, the harness, and the accessories. The parachute itself consists of a silken (or substitute material) canopy made up of a certain number of panels, each panel cut in the shape of a thin isosceles triangle with the apex removed. Each of the three types has 28 panels. Each panel has 4 gores (tapered sections), cut from a single piece of material in such manner that warp and weft are both at an angle of 45 degrees to the long axis of the panel. Panels are numbered serially in the lower corner, number 1 carrying in addition the special markings of the parachute. These are the manufacturer's stamp or trademark, which includes type, mark number, weight, date of manufacture, and identification number; the manufacturer's inspection mark, giving the date of the last factory inspection; and the Air Ministry stamp which gives the date of the Air Ministry inspection. In a German parachute with 28 panels there are 14 shroud lines which pass through the top vent. The lines are continued down through the seams on opposite sides of the canopy and then run as free lines to the lift webs. Each line is 21 meters (69 feet) long, so that a canopy with 62 square meters (648 square feet) in area, there are some 5 to 6 meters (16 to 20 feet) of free shroud line on each side, between the periphery of the canopy and the lift webs. When packed, the canopy and shroud lines fold inside the bag, which is fastened by means of a ring to the static line. The bag is then contained within the pack, which consists of a base (next to the man's back) and four flaps which close over the bag. A further bag, in which the whole parachute is kept during shipment, is included among the accessories, and is removed when the person enters the plane. The harness is made of webbing and consists of a belt with a large buckle in front, two braces, two thigh straps, and a strap across the top of the chest. It is connected to the rigging lines by hemp lift webs. Each web is so made that its lower end forms an eye which fits into the appropriate "D" ring of the harness, where it is secured by a screw, the free upper ends being joined to form two eyes. To each of the four eyes so formed, seven rigging-line ends are attached. The parachutes are automatically opened by a static cord, 6 meters (20 feet) long, fastened to the inside of the plane, which pulls the bag away from the pack, releasing the canopy. The cord then becomes detached, taking the bag with it. After a drop of some 80 feet the parachute has become completely operative and the subsequent falling speed of a man and parachute is about 16 feet per second. The shock felt by the parachutist when he reaches the ground is comparable to that transmitted by a jump without parachute of from 16 to 18 feet. Early tests also showed that the static line sometimes fouled the canopy on opening. The static line problem was solved with the improved version of the RZ1, called the RZ16, which replaced it in early 1940. The RZ16 static line was stowed side to side on top of the contents of the parachute pack. This outer cover was also stitched to the harness instead of being attached with string. The RZ16 canopy bag was fitted with external loops for the stowing of the shroud lines. The harness still retained the two slide release buckles and snap hooks on the legs. The carry lines attached at the waist gave the jumper no control during descent. As you can see above, this Fj is suspended at an angle as he comes in to land. The RZ1 & RZ16 although safe for the wearer were difficult to remove on landing. The RZ20 was similar to the RZ16 parachute but the new harness was fitted with 4 quick release buckles which enabled the parachutist to clamber free of his chute quickly and more easily than before, most welcome when landing under fire or caught in a ground wind. Men trying to struggle free of parachute harnesses became easy targets. It was first used in the battle for Crete in May 1941 and continued in service until the end of the war. The number of canopy panels were reduced in this variant from 28 to 20. Parachute colorings were also improved at this time, until now the main color was white, which showed up to easily on the ground and acted as a beacon. Crete saw the use of camouflage-patterned canopy’s as well as white.

WWII US 8th AIR FORCE AIR CREW GROUP FLOWN D-day

Lot #280 (Sale Order 320 of 896)

Attractive, WWII US Army Air Force uniform grouping belonging to a member of the 812th Bomb Squadron of the 8th Air Force. Grouping includes two service jackets of T/Sgt. George Novoselich ASN 35381019 who served as an Aerial Gunner and also a flight engineer as a lubrication man. The first is an impressive one that is size 38L and is a four pocket service jacket with a stubby 8th Air Force SSI and a heavy bullion Air Crew Wings with blue backing indicating a combat crew member of the 8th Air Force. The jacket also has three gold overseas stripes as well as a discharge patch. Jacket displays well but does have minor mothing 2) Second jacket is a cut down four pocket "Ike Jacket" with a stubby 8th Air Force US made patch as well as three overseas stripes. This jacket is named to the interior and is in excellent condition. 3) Matching trousers 4) three khaki shirts 5) Green OD shirt 6) Four overseas caps 7) khaki overcoat 8) Lastly his 201 file including his confidential report of all the missions he flew including a flight flown on D-day to Caen. Also in the file are several individual mission records as well as his oakleaf cluster citation for his Air Medal. Lastly his Aerial Gunnery & Fire Control School citation. A very historic grouping VIII Bomber Command's early operations in 1942 and 1943 had shown it that weather conditions in the European Theater of Operations were such that to conduct a successful bombing campaign, the command would need to have the capability of bombing through overcast. Following the Royal Air Force's example, Eighth Air Force formed a group with specially selected aircrews that would act as "Pathfinders", using radar-equipped bombers to lead each wing's bomber formation. The squadron was activated as the 812th Bombardment Squadron, one of the two Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress squadrons of the 482d Bombardment Group on 20 August 1943. Squadron aircrews were specially selected from all VIII Bomber Command groups. In addition to its combat mission of acting as Pathfinders, the squadron's mission was to continue the development of tactics and techniques for the use of radar navigation and bombing systems and training crews of other bomber units as Pathfinders. The squadron flew its first mission on 27 September 1943 against port facilities at Emden, although it did not fly as a unit. Rather, its crews and airplanes dispersed to bases of 1st and 3d Bombardment Divisions to lead other group formations. The squadron earned a Distinguished Unit Citation for an 11 January 1944 mission leading bombers to targets such as aircraft factories in central Germany. Although weather prevented effective fighter protection against enemy aircraft, the group bombed assigned targets and destroyed many enemy airplanes. During Big Week attacks it led raids on aircraft factories at Gotha, Braunschweig and Schweinfurt. In addition to flying pathfinder missions, the squadron trained crews from other groups of VIII Bomber Command. Although it was formally withdrawn from combat in March 1944, it continued to fly occasional missions to test tactics and equipment. In addition, the squadron performed radar photographic mapping of parts of France, the Low Countries, and Germany for training and briefing combat crews. It changed the "Pathfinder" in its name to "Heavy" in November 1944. The squadron's aircraft left England for the United States between 27 and 30 May 1945. The ground echelon sailed on the RMS Queen Elizabeth from Gourock, Scotland on 24 June 1945. The squadron regrouped at Victorville Army Air Field, California on 5 July 1945, but was inactivated on 1 September 1945.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HUNGARIAN ARROW CROSS BANNER WW2

Lot #281 (Sale Order 321 of 896)

WWII Nazi German / Hungarian double sided banner measuring 10 X 20 1/2 inches and in excellent condition. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933. Formation The party was founded by Ferenc Szálasi in 1935 as the Party of National Will. It had its origins in the political philosophy of pro-German extremists such as Gyula Gömbös, who coined the term "national socialism" in the 1920s. The party was outlawed in 1937 but was reconstituted in 1939 as the Arrow Cross Party, and was modelled fairly explicitly on the Nazi Party of Germany, although Szálasi often harshly criticised the Nazi regime of Germany. The party's iconography was clearly inspired by that of the Nazis. The Arrow Cross emblem was an ancient symbol of the Magyar tribes who settled Hungary, thereby suggesting the racial purity of the Hungarians in much the same way that the Nazi swastika was intended to allude to the racial purity of the Aryans. The Arrow Cross symbol also referred to the desire to nullify the Treaty of Trianon, and expand the Hungarian state in all cardinal directions out to the former borders of the Kingdom of Hungary. Ideology The party's ideology was similar to those of Nazism or Fascism and Hungarian Turanism combined, which Ferenc Szálasi called "Hungarism". It combined nationalism, the promotion of agriculture, anti-capitalism, anti-communism and a special type of anti-Semitism, called a-Semitism. In a series of four books on Hungarism, Szálasi distinguished between a-Semitism, which called for a society completely absent of Jews, and anti-Semitism, which, he argued, would nominally allow Jews to exist in a particular society with limited rights. He argued that a-Semitism was not opposed to the existence of Jews per se, but regarded their existence as being incompatible with European society. Szálasi extended this argument to Arabs as well, and to the whole Semitic Race. The party and its leader originally opposed German geopolitical ambitions, so Hitler was slow to accept Szálasi's connationalism, the support of nationalist movements within their historical territories and spheres of influence on the grounds of historical evidence of cultural dominance. This concept was poorly understood by the Germans and combined nationalism and internationalism, the co-operation of nationalist movements. Consequently, the party conceived Jews in racial as well as religious terms as incapable of being integrated into any society outside the place and culture of their historical origins. Although the Arrow Cross Party was certainly far more racist than the Horthy regime, it still differed from the German Nazi Party. It was also more economically radical than other fascist movements, advocating some workers' rights and land reforms. Rise to power The roots of Arrow Cross influence can be traced to the anti-Semitism that followed the Communist putsch, the creation of the Hungarian Soviet Republic, and Red Terror during the spring and summer of 1919. Some Communist leaders were from Jewish families such as like Tibor Szamuely. Béla Kun, the Republic's leader and instigator of the Terror, had a secular Jewish father and a mother who despite converting to the Reformed Church of Hungary, was still seen as being a Jew. The Hungarian Soviet Republic's policies were credited by some anti-communists as being part of a "Judeo-Bolshevist conspiracy." After the Soviet Republic was overthrown in August 1919, conservative authoritarians under the leadership of Admiral Miklós Horthy seized control. Many Hungarian military officers took part in the counter-reprisals known as the White Terror – parts of that violence was directed at Jews. Although the White Guard was officially suppressed, many of its most prevalent members went underground and formed the core membership of a spreading nationalist anti-Semitic movement. During the 1930s, the Arrow Cross began to dominate Budapest's working class neighborhoods, defeating the Social Democrats.

WWII GERMAN LUFTWAFFE PARATROOPER GREEN PARACHUTE

Lot #282 (Sale Order 322 of 896)

This is a totally original German WWII Rz20 Paratrooper 28 foot panel camouflage silk canopy with bag. The silk canopy has panel stamps. Overall condition is excellent. German parachute troops used at least three types of parachutes: marked RZ1, RZ16, and RZ20. The RZ16, which was invented and first constructed at Cologne, has been in service since the beginning of 1940, and, because it opens without shock, is fast becoming the preferred type. Parachute equipment is divided into four main parts: the parachute proper (or canopy and shroud lines), the outer bag and deployment bag, the harness, and the accessories. The parachute itself consists of a silken (or substitute material) canopy made up of a certain number of panels, each panel cut in the shape of a thin isosceles triangle with the apex removed. Each of the three types has 28 panels. Each panel has 4 gores (tapered sections), cut from a single piece of material in such manner that warp and weft are both at an angle of 45 degrees to the long axis of the panel. Panels are numbered serially in the lower corner, number 1 carrying in addition the special markings of the parachute. These are the manufacturer's stamp or trademark, which includes type, mark number, weight, date of manufacture, and identification number; the manufacturer's inspection mark, giving the date of the last factory inspection; and the Air Ministry stamp which gives the date of the Air Ministry inspection. In a German parachute with 28 panels there are 14 shroud lines which pass through the top vent. The lines are continued down through the seams on opposite sides of the canopy and then run as free lines to the lift webs. Each line is 21 meters (69 feet) long, so that a canopy with 62 square meters (648 square feet) in area, there are some 5 to 6 meters (16 to 20 feet) of free shroud line on each side, between the periphery of the canopy and the lift webs. When packed, the canopy and shroud lines fold inside the bag, which is fastened by means of a ring to the static line. The bag is then contained within the pack, which consists of a base (next to the man's back) and four flaps which close over the bag. A further bag, in which the whole parachute is kept during shipment, is included among the accessories, and is removed when the person enters the plane. The harness is made of webbing and consists of a belt with a large buckle in front, two braces, two thigh straps, and a strap across the top of the chest. It is connected to the rigging lines by hemp lift webs. Each web is so made that its lower end forms an eye which fits into the appropriate "D" ring of the harness, where it is secured by a screw, the free upper ends being joined to form two eyes. To each of the four eyes so formed, seven rigging-line ends are attached. The parachutes are automatically opened by a static cord, 6 meters (20 feet) long, fastened to the inside of the plane, which pulls the bag away from the pack, releasing the canopy. The cord then becomes detached, taking the bag with it. After a drop of some 80 feet the parachute has become completely operative and the subsequent falling speed of a man and parachute is about 16 feet per second. The shock felt by the parachutist when he reaches the ground is comparable to that transmitted by a jump without parachute of from 16 to 18 feet. Early tests also showed that the static line sometimes fouled the canopy on opening. The static line problem was solved with the improved version of the RZ1, called the RZ16, which replaced it in early 1940. The RZ16 static line was stowed side to side on top of the contents of the parachute pack. This outer cover was also stitched to the harness instead of being attached with string. The RZ16 canopy bag was fitted with external loops for the stowing of the shroud lines. The harness still retained the two slide release buckles and snap hooks on the legs. The carry lines attached at the waist gave the jumper no control during descent. As you can see above, this Fj is suspended at an angle as he comes in to land. The RZ1 & RZ16 although safe for the wearer were difficult to remove on landing. The RZ20 was similar to the RZ16 parachute but the new harness was fitted with 4 quick release buckles which enabled the parachutist to clamber free of his chute quickly and more easily than before, most welcome when landing under fire or caught in a ground wind. Men trying to struggle free of parachute harnesses became easy targets. It was first used in the battle for Crete in May 1941 and continued in service until the end of the war. The number of canopy panels were reduced in this variant from 28 to 20. Parachute colorings were also improved at this time, until now the main color was white, which showed up to easily on the ground and acted as a beacon. Crete saw the use of camouflage-patterned canopy’s as well as white.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M30/38 GASMASK CANISTER COMPLETE

Lot #283 (Sale Order 323 of 896)

Second pattern, corrugated, magnetic sheet metal construction M30/38 gasmask canister with a vertical brazed side seam. Spare lenses are included as is the cleaning cloth spring and shoulder straps. Nice untouched example. With the development of poisonous gasses used as offensive weapons in WWI appropriate defensive gasmasks also had to be developed. The German WWI M1915 and M1917 gasmasks evolved into the Reichswehr era M24 gasmask and eventually into the M30 and M38 gasmasks used in WWII. All German Army personnel were issued with a gasmask, carrying canister and accessories and were required to have it readily available at all times. Although the use of chemical warfare agents was considered by the German OKW, Oberkommando der Wehrmacht, (High Command of the Armed Forces), fear of the Allies retribution forced them to reconsider and shelf the idea. Fear of the potential use of chemical warfare agents made the gasmask and canister a constant companion of the German soldier through-out the war. Originally the early pattern, non-waterproofed gasmask carrying canisters were roughly 9 5/8" tall, until a second, roughly, 10 3/4" tall, water-proofed pattern was introduced in November 1941.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT ARMY M43 EM CAP WW2

Lot #284 (Sale Order 324 of 896)

Field-gray, wool/rayon blend construction cap features fold down back and side panels with a downward scalloped front edge and forward sides and two, small, metal button front closure. The back and side panels were designed to be folded down to protect the wearers ears and neck and the scalloped front section could be secured with the buttons closed under the wearers chin. The buttons have their original stitching. The front center of the cap has a machine woven national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, in mouse gray rayon threads positioned above a national tri-color cockade in black, white and red rayon threads, both mounted on a woven, field-gray, rayon trapezoid base. The insignia is neatly hand stitched to the cap. The cap has an extended, cloth covered, forward visor with an internal stiffener with a subtly raised lip to the top of the forward edge and a single row of reinforcement stitching to the bottom of the forward edge. The interior of the cap is fully lined in rayon. Roughly a size 59. Nice period worn and used example. Nice cap. The M43 field cap was introduced for wear by all ranks on June 11TH 1943 as a replacement cap for the other field caps then in use. The design of the M43 field cap was based on the earlier M42 Feldmütze, (Overseas cap), and the Mountain Troopers Bergmütze, (Mountain Cap), with minor variations. The standard issue M43 field caps were constructed of field-grey material while a black version was introduced at the same time for Panzer personnel. Officer’s ranks were distinguished by piping on the crown of the cap with silver piping for the ranks of Leutnant to Oberst and gilt piping for General Officer’s ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall while EM/NCO’s caps were not piped. Further regulations also dictated that the buttons on the cap were also to be an indicator of rank with field-grey buttons for EM/NCO’s, silver for field and company grade officers and gilt for General’s ranks but this was not strictly adhered to. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive. The German army originally adopted a slightly modified version of the NSDAP’s, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), national eagle by order on February 17TH 1934, with instructions to have it applied to all steel helmets, visor caps, and tunics by May 1ST 1934. Regulations followed on October 30TH 1935 that stipulated the national eagle was also to be applied to all field caps. On March 14TH 1933 the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), era oval black, red and gold cockade was replaced with a circular cockade in black, white, and red and was utilized through-out the Third Reich period.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 6 PLACEMENT POLICE MEDAL BAR

Lot #285 (Sale Order 325 of 896)

A 6 place medal bar including Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd class; Cross of Merit for War Aid; Combatants Cross of Honor 1914/18 without swords; Prussian 15 Year Long Service Cross 1st class; Police 25 year long service medal; and finally the Austria Hungary 1914 1918 Pro DEO et PATRIA Austrian Hungarian Commemorative medal. Medals and the bar are in excellent condition with a long horizontal brass pin with green felt backing with a makers tag.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE OFFICERS SWORD

Lot #286 (Sale Order 326 of 896)

The sword has an overall length in the scabbard of approximately 34 1/2 inches with a blade length of 29 inches. The blade is graying a bit. The ricasso bears the manufacturing mark of the WKC firm. The grip is cream colored celluloid over wood. It is triple wrapped with brass wire. The Lion head pommel is the style glass eyes. The sword has dual folding clamshell guards, one on the front of the sword and one on the back, with the rear guard folding down onto a stud to keep the sword secure in the scabbard. The fire gilt finish of the hilt fittings is toned with age. The black leather scabbard is still very solid. The top scabbard fitting is marked on the back with the designation of “34”. The fire gilt finish on the scabbard fittings is intact though toned with age. Very Good

WWII NAZI GERMAN LION HEAD OFFICERS SWORD WW2

Lot #287 (Sale Order 327 of 896)

WWII German Wehrmacht Officer's Lion Head Sword. Ricasso marked "SIEGFRIED ERNST PACK & SOHNE M.B.H. WAFFENFABRIK SOLINGEN WAFFEN". Enameled aluminum wire wrapped grip, with "P" knuckle bow, and lion's head pommel with green eyes. Third Reich national eagle on right langet. Rolled steel scabbard with enamel finish. Overall length is 37 1/2 inches long. Excellent The Sword/Sabre is an age old military tradition, that evolved from a functional weapon into an item of uniform dress ornamentation by the start of WWI. This strong tradition continues in many army’s to this day as a symbol of strength and power. After Hitler’s rise to power in 1933 and the reintroduction of conscription in early 1935 a wide variety of new sword and sabre designs were introduced to outfit the rapidly growing Wehrmacht.

WWII NAZI GERMAN OFFICER'S SWORD & SCABBARD WW2

Lot #288 (Sale Order 328 of 896)

40 1/2" overall with a 34" bright and shiny blade. Made by Robert Klaas. Nice cast brass hilt with grip and twisted wire. Scabbard is solid and retains original finish with light wear. Nice example of this sword. Excellent The Sword/Sabre is an age old military tradition, that evolved from a functional weapon into an item of uniform dress ornamentation by the start of WWI. This strong tradition continues in many army’s to this day as a symbol of strength and power. After Hitler’s rise to power in 1933 and the reintroduction of conscription in early 1935 a wide variety of new sword and sabre designs were introduced to outfit the rapidly growing Wehrmacht.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY LION HEAD OFFICER SWORD WW2

Lot #289 (Sale Order 329 of 896)

This example is roughly 37 1/2 inches long slightly curved drop forged steel construction nickel/silver plated blade with narrow shallow fullers running three quarters of the way up both sides of the blade. The blade is in overall very good condition and is still very clean. The blade is marked to "Carl Eickhorn". The saber has die cast alloy langets, cross guard, ferrule, "P" knuckle bow back-strap and "lion’s head" pommel with a gilt finish. The obverse rounded tip shield shaped langet has an embossed right facing national eagle with stretched wings. The lion’s head pommel features a nicely detailed mane and pronounced snout with inset red glass eyes and the top of the knuckle bow is inserted into the lion’s mouth. The saber has a molded black bakelite grip with a central bulge, and repeating recessed horizontal grooves with twisted wire wrap. The gilt finish to the hilt fittings is retained about 70%. The saber comes with its original black painted sheet metal construction scabbard. The scabbard retains about 70% of its black paint. The scabbard has an integral drag to the bottom edge and a sweated on horizontal scabbard band near the top edge with a raised rectangular suspension bar to the reverse and a suspension ring to the reverse edge. Both of the small, dome headed throat retaining screws are intact. Comes with it's original silver and leather Officer's knot. The Sword/Saber is an age old military tradition, that evolved from a functional weapon into an item of uniform dress ornamentation by the start of WWI. This strong tradition continues in many armies to this day as a symbol of strength and power. After Hitler’s rise to power in January 1933 and the reintroduction of conscription in March 1935 a wide variety of new sword and saber designs were introduced to outfit the rapidly growing Wehrmacht. This revival in sword/saber production resulted in the numerous blade manufacturers, mainly located in Solingen, to develop a wide variety of ornate designs in an attempt to compete for the lucrative manufacturing contracts which resulted in over one hundred different patterns of the army sword/saber being produced during the Third Reich era. Dress regulations for Officers and senior NCO’s prescribed wear of side arms as a component of particular forms of dress. As a result of the war situation production of the swords and sabers was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943, although those already issued could still be worn on ceremonial occasions. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that all officers ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the sword/saber or the dress dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT OFFICER DAGGER HORSTER

Lot #290 (Sale Order 330 of 896)

The dagger features a roughly, 26cm long, drop forged steel construction, nickel/silver plated, stiletto style blade with a flat central ridge. The blade is in overall good condition with minor scabbard runners and surface spotting and most of the original cross-graining is still visible. The reverse ricasso is well marked with the acid etched manufacturers logo and script. The logo consists of a vertically oval cartouche with the manufacturers name and location, "E. & F.Hörster Solingen", encompassing stylized initials "H", and "S", and a downward pointing broadsword. The original brown leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a cast alloy, nickel/silver plated, cross guard, ferrule, and pommel. The obverse cross guard features the embossed army eagle with outstretched wings and a plain reverse. The ferrule and pommel both feature embossed repeating oak-leaf patterns. The dagger has a orange celluloid grip with the correct diagonally angled ribbing. Couple of small cracks to the grip which is common. The dagger comes with its original, tooled, magnetic, sheet metal, nickel/silver plated scabbard with a random pebbled pattern to both the obverse and reverse and smooth side panels. The nickel/silver plating to the scabbard shows moderate age tarnish and spots of wear to the base alloy with light surface spotting. Both of the sweated on scabbard bands with a repeating, horizontally embossed oak-leave pattern and the hanger suspension rings are intact. Throat retaining screw is also intact. Nice example showing the expected age. Traditionally German Army Officer’s had worn a saber as part of the uniform dress and this tradition was carried on through the Weimar era and on into the Third Reich. In an attempt to build morale and curry favour within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with the walking out dress, and retained the saber for wear on more formal occasions. The dress dagger was designed by Berlin graphic artist Paul Casberg and was officially approved for wear on May 4TH 1935 along with specifically styled dagger hangers and a new pattern portepee. Production of the dress dagger was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943 and further wear of the dress dagger was prohibited by order of September 5TH 1944. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that officer ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the dress dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA M33 DAGGER BONTGEN & SABIN

Lot #291 (Sale Order 331 of 896)

Early, (Circa 1933-1934), nice quality dagger features a roughly, 8 3/4", (22.3 cm), long, double edged, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 13 5/8", (34.7 cm). The nickel/silver plated blade shows light to moderate scabbard runners and some minor spotting with some of the original cross graining still being visible. The obverse of the blade has the nice, deep, well defined, acid etched Fraktur style, script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All/Everything for Germany), which is crisp and well defined. The reverse of the blade has the acid etched, manufacturer’s name/logo, Bontgen & Sabin of Solingen. The dagger has the early, cast, solid, nickel/silver crossguard, pommel, and tang nut which all show a nice, even, light, age patina. The reverse of the crossguard is stamped with the SA-Gruppe abbreviation, "NrH", indicating issue by SA-Gruppe Niederrhein. The dagger has a very nicely contoured hardwood grip with reddish accents. The grip has a nicely inset, nickel/silver plated, alloy national eagle and a nickel/silver plated and enameled runic SA button both intact. The dagger comes with it’s original, coppery brown, anodized, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings and retains about 80% of its original coppery brown anodized finish. The scabbard fittings have the same nice, even, light, age patina as found on the crossguard, pommel, and tang nut. Both of the scabbard fittings retain their original, dome headed, securing screws and the top fitting also retains its hanger suspension loop and ring. Nice, early, example by a seldom encountered manufacturer. The SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), was originally formed in the August 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), and as with the NSDAP the SA was structure along para-military lines. The SA recruited most of its personnel from the ranks of the various Freikorps, (Free Corps), groups composed mainly of disgruntled, ex-WWI soldiers and was first utilized at a NSDAP meeting in Munich in November 1921.The SA M33 service dagger was the first dagger officially sanctioned by the NSDAP and was introduced on December 15TH 1933. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was adapted by Professor Woenne of the Solingen School of Commerce who had based it on the traditional 16TH century, Swiss "Holbein", "Baselard" or "Basilard", hunting dagger with the original design being attributed to the Hans Holbein the Younger, (Circa 1497-1543). Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality, solid, nickel/silver fittings while later models had cheaper, nickel/silver plated fittings and painted scabbards. Regulations dictated that the daggers were to worn on the left side of the waist belt suspended by a specific, dagger hanger. In late 1934 items manufactured for the SA including daggers and accoutrements came under the quality control of the RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster) and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: The RZM was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Production of the SA M33 dagger was discontinued sometime in 1943. Of Note: Other daggers initiated by the SA included the Marine-SA Dagger, circa 1933-34, originally with black grip and scabbard and later with brown grip and scabbard but with brass colored fittings, the short lived, (Circa February 3RD 1934-July 4TH 1934), SA-Stabschef, (SA-Chief of Staff), Ernst Röhm Dedication Dagger with the inscription, "In herzlicher Freundschaft Ernst Röhm", (In heartfelt Friendship Ernst Röhm). After Röhm’s demise the new SA-Stabschef, Viktor Lutze introduced the SA Honour Dagger, circa 1935, the SA Standarte Feldhernnhalle Dagger, circa 1937, the SA High Leader’s Honour Dagger, circa 1938 and the Special SA Presentation Dagger circa 1938-39.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE DAGGER BY WKC WW2

Lot #292 (Sale Order 332 of 896)

Roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel construction, stiletto style blade with dual, narrow, central fullers to each side. The blade is bright and clean and in excellent condition. Maker marked to WKC. The dagger has a nicely detailed, brass construction crossguard and pommel. The crossguard features an embossed fouled anchor to both the obverse and reverse centerpieces and an ornate foliage pattern and rosette tips to the horizontal arms. The reverse centerpiece of the crossguard has an integral spring loaded locking button which is fully intact and still functions. The pommel is a likeness of the Wehrmacht style eagle with down-swept wings clutching a canted, wreathed swastika. The dagger has a nicely aged white celluloid grip mounted on a wooden sleeve with twisted, brass wire wrap still intact. The dagger comes with its original brass construction scabbard with the standard etched lightning bolt design. The scabbard has both of the sweated on, embossed, oak-leaf patterned hanger bands with the scabbard rings and hanger loops all intact. The top throat is secured to the scabbard by two, small screws with one situated at either side near the top edge. Very Good The Kriegsmarine was the last of the three branches of the German Armed Forces to adopt a Nazified dagger on January 28TH 1938. The Kriegsmarine dagger was a modified version of a traditional design that dates back to the creation of the Prussian Navy in 1848. The main modification of the Third Reich era dagger was a change in the Reichsmarine pattern "flame" shaped pommel to one featuring the national eagle with the swastika. Dress regulations for Officers and senior NCO’s prescribed wear of side arms, including the dagger, as a component of particular forms of dress. Officer and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms, including side arms, and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Navy’s Offizierkleiderkasse, (Officer’s Clothing Account), system. Although enlisted personnel were issued their side arms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately manufactured side arms although the price may have been restrictive. When worn the dagger was accompanied by a portepee and specific hangers. Originally designed as a functional item to secure the blade sidearm to the holders wrist the portepee evolved into a purely decorative accessory and was to be worn with all Kriegsmarine Officers daggers. Regulations of May 7TH 1943 discontinued further manufacture of the portepee’s although those already issued continued to be utilized and regulations of February 25TH 1944 discontinued wear of the dagger to be replaced with a pistol until the successful conclusion of the war.

WWII NAZI GERMAN K98 BAYONET MATCHING F.W. HOLLER

Lot #293 (Sale Order 333 of 896)

WWII K98 COMBAT BAYONET WITH LEATHER FROG. Roughly 25cm long, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers. Blade retains about most of it's original blueing. Maker marked "F W HOLLER". Scabbard has matching serial number 2828b which is uncommon for field used examples. Bakelite grip. Stud functions well. Comes with a nice maker marked frog that is unit marked 2/N. 5 I. Excellent The K98 bayonet was a modification of the already modified S84/98 bayonet that had been originally developed in 1915. Manufacture of this new modified bayonet began in 1934 with mass production beginning in 1936. The K98 bayonet was a standard issue item and was accompanied by a bayonet frog to be worn on the reverse left side of the weight bearing waist belt. The K98 bayonet remained the standard issue bayonet through-out the war with minor manufacturing variations. As the war continued the quality of the bayonets deteriorated and in mid-1944 most manufacturers discontinued producing the bayonet to concentrate on producing other essential war materials.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAF FLAG with FRINGE ORTS LEVEL

Lot #294 (Sale Order 334 of 896)

A 1937 pattern, 125cm x 120cm, double-sided, multi-piece wool construction factory unit flag, trimmed to all but the hoist edge in 50mm long twisted silver/aluminum wire fringe. The flag features a red base field upon which is sewn a white bordered, black DAF fourteen cog wheel encompassing a white circular field with a black mobile swastika sewn to its center. The top right hoist corner (canton) has sewn to it a light brown wool patch with a white chain stitched location Gothic script; "Halle-Saale Candrain 2". This patch is trimmed in blue cotton tress, signifying the Ortz level. Nice worn and used example showing the expected age and wear but is missing the rings for hanging. With the dissolution of all Free Trade Unions in Germany in May 1933, the Deutsche Arbeitsfront (German Labor Front) was established to replace the unions and to educate the workers in industry and commerce for the smooth and efficient operation of all labor in the Third Reich. In October 1934 the DAF was given official status as a sub-section of the NSDAP, and in March 1936 it was recognized as an independent NSDAP affiliated association and granted control of its own monetary budget. Regulations for DAF flags were addressed in June 1934, dictating that any DAF unit with more then two hundred personnel were authorized the use of a DAF flag. Originally, the DAF flags featured the cogged wheel emblem on a white circular field, but this was altered in 1935 to show the emblem with a narrow white outer border. In 1937 the DAF flag was altered again by the addition of a silver fringe to all but the hoist edge.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT & LUFTWAFFE BELT BUCKLE

Lot #295 (Sale Order 335 of 896)

Lot of four Nazi German belt buckle lot to include 1) WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. Early, (circa 1936-1940), injection molded construction, natural aluminum box buckle with a pebbled background field and a slightly domed, embossed central motif. The central motif features an embossed Wehrmacht style eagle with down swept wings on a subtly pebbled field to the center, encompassed by an embossed oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God with Us), to the top. The oak-leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background field and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse has the integral, raised, slotted buckle catch and separate prong bar and prongs all intact. 2) WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. 1940 pattern, field-gray painted, die stamped steel construction, combat box buckle features a smooth outer field with a high relief, embossed Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces), style eagle with down swept wings, clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons, to the slightly domed center, encompassed by an oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God With Us), to the top. The oak-leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse and the brazed, buckle catch, prong bar and prongs are all intact. 3) Wehrmacht EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE WITH LEATHER TAB. 1940 pattern, field-grey painted, stamped steel construction, combat box buckle features a smooth outer field with a high relief, embossed Wehrmacht eagle with down swept wings to the slightly domed center, encompassed by an oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott mit Uns", (God with Us), to the top. The oak-leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse. Maker marked and dated 1940" to the leather tab. 4) LUFTWAFFE EM/NCO'S BELT & BELT BUCKLE. 1940 pattern, die stamped, steel construction, box buckle, with a dark blue/grey finish features a smooth outer field with a central, embossed, high relief, horizontally oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing a slightly domed, pebbled inner field with an embossed, second pattern, (Circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle, with out-stretched wings, clutching a canted swastika in one talon, to the center. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse and has the brazed on buckle catch, prong bar and prongs all intact. The leather tab retains all of its original stitching and is well marked with the faint, impressed manufacturers name and date 1940, within an oval cartouche.

WWII NAZI GERMAN BELT BUCKLE HEER RAD HJ POLICE

Lot #296 (Sale Order 336 of 896)

Lot of four Nazi German belt buckle lot to include 1) POLIZEI NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. 1936 pattern, silver washed, two piece, aluminum construction, police NCO’s, box belt buckle features a pebbled base field with a central, circular, embossed, motif. The high relief, central, circular motif features a slightly textured background field with an embossed, smooth finished, canted, swastika, encompassed by a slightly textured, circular field with an embossed, open topped, oak-leaf wreath to the bottom and the embossed, Gothic script motto to the top, "Gott mit uns", (God with us). Buckle catch, prong bar and prongs all intact. 2) HJ MEMBERS BELT BUCKLE. Official pattern Hitler Jugend box buckle as introduced in 1933 for wear by all ranks. Injection molded zinc alloy buckle features an embossed HJ style national eagle clutching the HJ diamond to center with a slightly pebbled background field. Eagle is encompassed by a ribbed background circular border with simulated twisted rope trim to inner and outer edges. Border has embossed Gothic script HJ motto to top, "Blut und Ehre", (Blood and Honor). Reverse of buckle with embossed RZM logo and "M4/38" for Richard Sieper & Sohne of Lüdenscheid. 3) RAD EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. Early, injection molded, natural aluminum box buckle with a pebbled base field and a circular, embossed central motif. The central motif features five, high relief embossed sheaves of wheat encompassing an embossed, inverted, smooth, spade head with an embossed, canted, pebbled, swastika on a subtlety textured, domed, circular central field. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of obverse. The reverse has an integral, raised, slotted buckle catch and separate prong bar and prongs all intact. Maker marked and dated for 1936. 4) WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S BELT & BELT BUCKLE. Early, (circa 1936-1940), injection molded construction, natural aluminum box buckle with a pebbled background field and a slightly domed, embossed central motif. The central motif features an embossed Wehrmacht style eagle with down swept wings on a subtly pebbled field to the center, encompassed by an embossed oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God with Us), to the top. The oak-leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background field and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse has the integral, raised, slotted buckle catch and separate prong bar and prongs all intact. Leather pull tab is marked. Comes with a decent, well worn and used 100cm leather EM/NCO belt.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE M35 DOUBLE DECAL HELMET

Lot #297 (Sale Order 337 of 896)

Helmet retains about most of its original smooth, Luftwaffe blue/gray paint with spots of oxidization to the top left crown area. Second pattern Luftwaffe eagle decal is retained about 40%. National tri-color shield decal is retained also about 10%. All three liner retaining rivets and both ventilation bushings are all intact. M31 tan leather liner is fully intact with all fingers and original tie string. Liner is well marked with inkstamped size "63". Reverse interior neckguard apron is serial/lot number stamped, "4313" and left side apron has manufacturers code and size stamp, "Q66", indicating manufacture by F.W. Quist, G.m.b.H. Esslingen, size 66. Original M35 chinstrap is also present. very good, large size example. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. The Luftwaffe pattern national eagle was originally introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft personnel on August 18TH 1934, and adopted for wear by the Luftwaffe on March 1ST 1935 along with the national tri-color shield for wear on the helmet. The first pattern national eagle was utilized until a modified second pattern eagle was introduced in late 1936 or early 1937. Regulations of June 12TH 1940 discontinued the use of the national tri-color decal and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the national eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT PROVISIONS/RATION BAG

Lot #298 (Sale Order 338 of 896)

Heavy, woven, buckram construction provisions/supply bag. One side of the bag features a large black printed, national eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted swastika in it’s talons. The other side of the bag is also well marked with faint, black printed, script, "H. Vpfl. 1941", indicating, Heeres Verpflegungsamt, (Army Provisions Bureau 1941). Excellent and nice. During WWII the German army fielded a wide variety of different types of divisions generally designed and trained for specific tactical functions. Although the size, equipment and composition of the divisional units fluctuated greatly, the Divisional Headquarters staff remained quite consistent and was composed of three operational groups consisting of the Führungsabteilung, (Tactical Command Post HQ unit), the Adjutantur, (Personnel HQ Unit) and the Quartiermeister, (Supply HQ unit/Quartermaster). The Supply HQ unit/Quartermasters also included the divisional Administration, Medical, Veterinarian, and Transport officer’s and its main responsibility was the control of all supplies to the forward troops including all vehicle fuel, and lubricant requirements as well as ammunition, animal feed and rations. Regulations authorized each combat soldier a daily food ration which was brought forward by personnel of the Supply HQ unit/Quartermaster and was most commonly prepared in the field by a units mobile field kitchen and distributed to the front line troops. Following the old adage that, an army runs on its stomach, the Divisional Supply HQ unit/Quartermaster must be considered one of the most important of all the HQ units. Of Note: Although regulations dictated the daily quantity of rations issued to each soldier it became more and more difficult to meet the requirements as the war continued and any food became a valuable commodity.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LOT M35 HELMET SHELL BAYONET

Lot #299 (Sale Order 339 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) WWII NAZI GERMAN M35 HELMET SHELL. The stamped, sheet steel construction helmet shell most of its original, repainted green paint. The interior reverse neck guard apron is serial number stamped, "2817", and the interior left side apron is stamped with the manufacturers code and size, "ET66", indicating manufacture by Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, size 66. 2) WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT DRESS BAYONET. Roughly 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers to each side. The blade is still quite clean and bright. The chocolate brown leather washer is still intact. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy opened muzzle ring cross guard with one up-swept arm a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved molded black Bakelite grips which are secured to the hilt by two small dome headed steel rivets. The "TO" slotted, stylized eagle head pommel and stud button are all intact and functional. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 95% of its repainted black finish. The dome headed throat retaining screw and frog lug are both intact and comes with it's original black leather frog. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSFK PILOT’S BADGE WW2

Lot #300 (Sale Order 340 of 896)

In die stamped silvered tombac, nice dark patina, marked GES.GESCH 22639 on reverse, extremely fine. The National Socialist Flyers Corps (German: Nationalsozialistisches Fliegerkorps; NSFK) was a paramilitary organization of the Nazi Party that was founded 15 April 1937 as a successor to the German Air Sports Association; the latter had been active during the years when a German air force was forbidden by the Treaty of Versailles. The NSFK organization was based closely on the para-military organization of the Sturmabteilung (SA). A similar group was the National Socialist Motor Corps (NSKK). During the early years of its existence, the NSFK conducted military aviation training in gliders and private airplanes. Friedrich Christiansen, originally a Generalleutnant then later a Luftwaffe General der Flieger, was NSFK Korpsführer from 15 April 1937 until 26 June 1943, followed by Generaloberst Alfred Keller until 8 May 1945.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1937 NSFK AIR RALLY AWARD WW2

Lot #300a (Sale Order 341 of 896)

A 1937 NSFK Air Rally Award - 1937 Air Rally Table Award - German National Socialist Flyers Corps - Measuring 97.45 x 86mm, blackened aluminum, mint condition in its original velvet lined leather casing

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE EM/NCO'S OVERSEAS CAP

Lot #301 (Sale Order 342 of 896)

Luftwaffe blue/gray, wool/rayon blend construction cap features fold down side and back panels with gently sloping, downward scallops to the front and forward sides. The front center of the cap has a machine embroidered, second pattern, (Circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle clutching a canted, swastika in one talon, in pale silvery/gray cotton threads mounted on a cut-out, blue/gray, wool base and the front center of the fold down panels has a machine embroidered, national tri-color cockade in black, white and red rayon threads. Both the eagle and the cockade are handstitched in place. The interior of the cap is fully lined in blue/gray rayon which is unit marked. There are no other visible markings. Cap is roughly a size 57/58. Nice worn and used example showing the expected age and wear. The "Schiffchenform", (Boat form), style overseas cap was originally developed by the DLV, Deutscher Luftsportverband, (German Air Sports League), the clandestine, civilian forerunner of the Luftwaffe, in 1933, and was adopted by the Luftwaffe shortly after its official establishment on February 26TH 1935. The insignia on the caps included the Luftwaffe style national eagle and the circular, black, white, and red national tri-color cockade as introduced on March 14TH 1933. The Luftwaffe pattern national eagle was originally introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft, (Pilot Base), personnel of the DLV, on August 18TH 1934 and was officially adopted for wear by all Luftwaffe personnel on March 1ST 1935. The original, short winged, first pattern national eagle was utilized until a, slightly modified, second pattern national eagle was introduced in late 1936 or early 1937. Regulations dictated that the national eagle was to be worn on almost all headgear and on the right breast of almost all uniforms with a few minor exceptions. The overseas caps for Company and Field grade Officer's holding the ranks of Leutnant up to Oberst were distinguished from EM/NCO's caps by bright silver/aluminum piping while Officers holding Generals ranks of Generalmajor up to Reichsmarschall utilized gold colored fittings and EM/NCO's caps were generally not piped. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own headgear and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Luftwaffe Verkaufsabteilung, (Air-Force Sales Department), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO's could choose to purchase their headgear from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase headgear of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP POLITICAL PODIUM BANNER

Lot #302 (Sale Order 343 of 896)

Approximately 36 inches tall, 27 1/2 inches wide, single sided multi-piece woven cotton construction banner features a red base field with a separate machine stitched white circular field to the center with a black printed canted swastika. The banner also has a 25mm wide white border machine stitched 3cm in from the outside edge of all four sides. The bottom edge of the banner is trimmed with 60mm long, twisted white rayon fringe. Nicely party marked to the top of each side. This vertical style banner was designed to be hung lengthwise and was most commonly utilized on podiums. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI DAF WERKSCHAR PERSONNEL'S OVERSEAS CAP

Lot #303 (Sale Order 344 of 896)

Nice quality, deep navy blue wool construction, second pattern, DAF-Werkscharen personnel’s overseas cap. The cap features non-functional, side and back panels which slope gently downwards to the front center of the cap. The crown and side, back panel top edges are all trimmed with light blue rayon piping. The front center of the cap has a machine woven national eagle with out-stretched wings in bright silver/aluminum flat-wire threads on a black, woven rayon, inverted triangular base positioned above two, small, pebbled, magnetic sheet metal, buttons. The eagle is neatly handstitched to the cap. The interior of the cap is fully lined in black rayon, with a partial tan leather sweatband to the front section. The lining has a navy blue oilcloth RZM/DAF tag with white printed script and black inkstamped manufacturers numerical code. The oilcloth tag includes both the RZM and DAF cogwheel logos and script, "Mütze für Werkscharen der DAF", (Cap for Labor Squads of the DAF). The RZM/DAF tag is machine stitched to the lining. The Deutsche Arbeitsfront, (German Labor Front), originally founded in 1933, became an official NSDAP organization in October 1934. Its stated purpose was to educate the workers in industry and commerce for smooth and efficient operation of all labor in the Third Reich. The structure of the DAF was basically the same as the NSDAP with different political levels of organization. Due to the diversification in labor the DAF was divided into sub-sections for specific trades and/or professions and it also controlled the Kdf, Kraft durch Freude, (Strength through Joy), organization which provided recreation for workers. However the DAF’s most important goal was to enforce the political stability of the large mass of the work force. One of the sub-sections of the DAF was the DAF-Werkscharen, (DAF-Labor Squads). The Werkscharen were established in February 1935 and were to act as the NSDAP’s "watch-dog", in industrial factories. In June 1935 the Werkscharen were granted independent status and uniform regulations were enacted. In November 1935 the first pattern Werkscharen overseas cap was introduced. In April 1937 with a reorganization of the Werkscharen a second pattern overseas cap was introduced and the first pattern cap was discontinued. Originally the colored piping was intended to indicate rank groups but when the DAF submitted the design of the cap to the RZM they misinterpreted the meaning of the colored piping to indicate the political regional level of the wearer as with the NSDAP political leaders caps with the light blue indicating Orts Gruppe level as opposed to the DAF’s intention of rank. In March 1938, with a restructuring of DAF ranks the colored political level piping was abolished and only silver and gold piping was utilized by the appropriate ranks.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS MEMBER'S ARMBAND WW2

Lot #304 (Sale Order 345 of 896)

Nice quality multi-piece construction armband features a red wool, base field with a central, vertically ribbed, white rayon, circular field with a canted, ribbed, black rayon tape swastika to the front center. The top and bottom edges of the armband are bordered in the correct, 5/16" wide, (9mm wide), vertically ribbed, black rayon tape. The central white circular field. The swastika and the top and bottom edge border trim are all machine stitched to the armband. The reverse of the armband has a machine stitched, vertical, seam. Couple of small moth nips. Nice worn and used example. In April 1925 the fledgling Schutzkommando, introduced its own version of the standard NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), swastika armband by the addition of black stripes to both the top and bottom edge to differentiate SS personnel from SA, (Storm/Assault Detachment), personnel, since both groups were outfitted with the traditional brown shirt "uniform" at that period in time. The SS armband was worn on the black service dress and the early field-grey uniforms, until it was replaced with the SS-VT, SS-Verfügungstruppe, (SS-Special Purpose Troops), sleeve eagle in May 1936. Of Note: The Schutzkommando, was renamed, Schutzstaffel on November 9TH 1925 and the SS-VT would evolve into the Waffen-SS, (Armed SS) in December 1939. Also Of Note: The RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster), was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Starting in late 1934 items manufactured for the SS came under the quality control of the RZM and were marked by a cloth RZM/SS approval tag. The dimensions and design of these cloth tags was altered in 1935 and this second pattern tag remained in use until early 1938, when it was replaced by a paper tag. Of Note: In 1943 the Waffen-SS assumed full control over their uniform item production and no longer fell under the authority of the RZM.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRK SUBORDINATE'S HEWER WW2

Lot #305 (Sale Order 346 of 896)

The hewer features a roughly, 10 1/2", (26.6 cm), long, broad, squared, blunt tipped, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, wide, fullers, a staggered, saw-toothed, edge, a large, flat, ricasso and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 15 5/8", (39.6 cm). The blade is in superb, clean condition. The brown leather washer is still intact. The cast alloy construction, cross guard, languets, and pommel all have a matte, nickel/silver plated finish. The obverse, vertically oval, languet has a raised, smooth, outer edge encompassing an embossed second pattern, (Circa 1938-1945), DRK style national eagle with down-swept wings, a highly embossed swastika to it’s breast, and a traditional Greek style cross in it’s talons, on a slightly recessed, pebbled, field. The reverse, vertically oval, languet also has the raised, smooth, outer edge encompassing a slightly recessed, smooth field. The short, horizontally extended, cross guard features two, evenly spaced, deeply recessed, horizontal, lines near both the top and bottom edges. The unique shaped, horizontally oval, integral, plain pommel is intact. The hewer has molded, black, bakelite grips held in place by two, countersunk screws. The obverse grip features a repeating, diamond grooved pattern and the reverse grip is plain. The hewer comes with it’s original, black painted magnetic sheet metal scabbard with matte, nickel/silver plated top and bottom fittings. Both the top and bottom fittings are secured to the scabbard by two, small, dome headed screws. Complete with original frog. Nice. The DRK, "Deutsches Rotes Kreuz" (German Red Cross), a voluntary civil assistance organization originally instituted in 1864, was officially acknowledged by the Geneva Convention in 1929, and in December of 1937 it was legally recognized by the NSDAP, becoming controlled by them a year later under the auspices of the Ministry of the Interior’s Social Welfare Organization. Due to its non-combatant status, it had to conform to the international Geneva Convention, which directed that its members not carry any weapons, including edged weapons. As a result, the DRK Subordinate’s hewer, introduced in 1938, was designed with a squared tip to preclude its classification as a weapon, allowing its wear in the field. It was worn by the ranks of "DRK-Anwärter" to "DRK-Haupthelfer".

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1933 DAS JAHR DER DEUTSCHEN BOOK

Lot #306 (Sale Order 347 of 896)

This book is by the same publisher and is in the identical format as the annual Reichsparteitag (National Nazi Party Day) books that were also edited by Julius Streicher. Blue cloth with gilt title and front cover design of the date surrounded by a wreath bound in ribbons having the motto of the Munich beerhall putsch "martyrs" of 1923. Oversize, glossy paper, 512 pages, extensive photos. The true first edition, first printing, with "1 bis 15 Tausend" on the copyright page, indicating it is part of the first printing of 15 thousand copies. Edited by Streicher (notorious publisher of the rabidly anti-Jewish periodical "Der Stürmer", the Gauleiter and "Beast of Franconia", hung at Nuremberg) this celebration of Hitler's being made Chancellor of Germany is a long series of chapters by just about every Nazi notable of the period: Hitler, Göring, von Hindenburg, Ley, Rosenberg, Goebbels, von Neurath, Hans Frank, Walter Darre, Hess, Otto Dietrich, and others. Loaded with large, well-reproduced photos of rallies, Nazi leaders, storm troopers, meetings at memorials (Tannenberg, Schlageter, others), Hitler Youth members, Der Stahlhelmbund troopers, etc., etc. Foreword is a three-page facsimile of handwritten text and signature by Streicher. Also includes a daily chronology of Nazi events in 1933 and a name index. The edges and corners of the thin cover material are worn through to the boards (particularly at the head and foot of the spine) and the outer hinges are split (internal hinges are ok). There is faint foxing on the endpapers and here and there on a few internal pages. Vaterländischer Verlag C.A. Weller, Berlin, 1934. Hardcover. Excellent condition!

THE PATH TO NATIONAL SOCIALISM 1933 5 VOLUMES WWII

Lot #306a (Sale Order 348 of 896)

Linen binding with leather corners and spine. Contents: 1st part: German domestic policy in the years 1918 to 1931 2nd part: German foreign policy in the years 1918 to 1931 3rd part: The socio-political development 4th part: The individual governments - The countries of the German Reich - The "Constitution" 5th part: The most important foreign and domestic political events from 1932 to the national revolution and the new Reichstag. All five parts are bound in these two volumes, Excellent

WWII LUFTWAFFE BOOK Wir kämpfen auf dem Balkan WW2

Lot #306b (Sale Order 349 of 896)

In a very good condition a German Luftwaffe book: Wir kämpfen auf dem Balkan - VIII. Fliegerkorps. The book comes in hardcover and has various nice black & white and Color pictures inside.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY OFFICER'S DAGGER W/ KNOT WW2

Lot #307 (Sale Order 350 of 896)

The dagger features a roughly a 26cm long drop forged steel construction nickel/silver plated stiletto style blade with a flat central ridge and a full length including the hilt of roughly 38cm. Nice clean blade. The original brown leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a cast alloy crossguard, ferrule and pommel. The obverse crossguard features the embossed army style national eagle with outstretched wings clutching a wreathed canted swastika in its talons and a plain reverse. The ferrule and pommel both feature embossed repeating oak-leaf patterns. The dagger has a molded, dark orange/yellow celluloid grip with the correct diagonally angled ribbing. The dagger comes with its original tooled magnetic sheet metal construction scabbard with a random pebbled pattern to both the obverse and reverse and smooth side panels. Both of the sweated on scabbard bands with a repeating horizontally embossed oak-leaf pattern and the hanger suspension rings are intact. The single dome headed throat retaining screw is also intact. Complete with an original portepee. Excellent Traditionally German Army Officer’s had worn a saber as part of the uniform dress and this tradition was carried on through the Weimar era and on into the Third Reich. In an attempt to build morale and curry favour within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with the walking out dress, and retained the saber for wear on more formal occasions. The dress dagger was designed by Berlin graphic artist Paul Casberg and was officially approved for wear on May 4TH 1935 along with specifically styled dagger hangers and a new pattern portepee. Production of the dress dagger was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943 and further wear of the dress dagger was prohibited by order of September 5TH 1944. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that officer ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the dress dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 2ND MODEL LUFTWAFFE DAGGER WW2

Lot #308 (Sale Order 351 of 896)

2nd model Luftwaffe dagger with hangers. The dagger features a nickel-plated steel blade, magnetic, diamond shaped, with very sharp edges, remaining bright and crisp, and having a very sharp tip. The blade's reverse ricasso is maker marked Anton Wingen of Solingen with the company's logo. The leather washer is intact. The light colored grip with ten rows of of wire having a hairline to the reverse. The silvered metal scabbard with pebbled finsih has no dents. The Luftwaffe hanger straps are complete and in excellent condition. The hanger is marked "D.R.G.M." (Deutches Reichsgebrauschsmuster) Very Good. In March 1933 the Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. In February and April 1934 respectively the DLV introduced a dagger for Officer’s and a knife for all ranks. Later in 1934 members of the Fliegerschaft, the secret military branch of the DLV, adopted both sidearms for wear. Shortly after the unveiling of the Luftwaffe in March 1935 a modified version of the DLV’s Officer’s dagger was adopted for wear by Luftwaffe Officer’s and EM/NCO’s personnel who held a valid pilots licence. On July 15TH 1937 a second pattern Luftwaffe dagger was introduced for wear by Officers, Senior Officer Candidates and Officials with the equivalent Officers ranks and the first pattern dagger was discontinued. Additional regulations of March and August 1940 extended wear of the second pattern dagger to senior NCO’s, senior reserve NCO’s and Officials with the equivalent NCO’s ranks. Blade side arm portepees and troddels were originally introduced in the Prussian army in 1808, and continued to be worn with the Dress uniform, as a tradition and identifying item through WWI, the Weimar Republic and on into the Third Reich, with minor modifications. The Luftwaffe version of the portepee was officially introduced on March 1ST 1935 and the design was based on the earlier army officers portepee.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DLV GLIDER PILOT'S KNIFE / DAGGER

Lot #309 (Sale Order 352 of 896)

DLV glider pilot’s dagger. The 17cm long silver/nickel plated blade is in good condition with some spotting the expected wear. Maker marked "F & A Helbig Steinbach (Kr.M)". Solid nickel/silver cross guard and pommel. Black enameled swastika to both sides of cross guard. Wooden grip wrapped in Moroccan blue leather intact. Scabbard leather wrap is missing and has been painted blue. Nickel/silver plated fittings to the scabbard. All scabbard screws are missing to the bottom. Shows the expected age and use. Good On March 25TH 1933 the DLV, Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. In September 1933 the DLV was further enlarged by incorporating the SA and SS Fliegersturm groups. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. The DLV was divided into two distinct groups with the main group consisting of civilians and a second group, entitled the Fliegerschaft, which was the secret military branch of the DLV. Uniform regulations were first addressed on November 4TH 1933 and included a visor cap with two distinctly different forms of insignia that were worn concurrently. With the official unveiling of the Luftwaffe on February 26TH 1935, the DLV lost a substantial amount of its manpower and its previous function as a secret training ground for future pilots was rendered redundant. As a result the DLV was disbanded on April 17TH 1937 with its remaining membership being absorbed into the newly reconstituted NSFK.

WWII NAZI DELUX HUNTING CUTLASS BY EICKHORN CASED

Lot #310 (Sale Order 353 of 896)

Deluxe Hunting Cutlass by Original Eickhorn Solingen. This triple engraved cutlass shows minor aging to the blade as pictures show. Retains original green felt washer. Exterior is in mint condition. The fittings all retain almost all of their lacquer with the exception of some wear to the cross guard. Has a stag grip handle. Excellent comes in a green leatherette case measuring 19 1/2 X 7 inches with a large gilded Eagle to the center and smaller hunting association insignia's to each corner.

WWII NAZI SS M33 GROUND RÖHM DEDICATION DAGGER WW2

Lot #311 (Sale Order 354 of 896)

Early (circa 1933-37) nice quality dagger features a roughly 22cm long double edged drop forged steel nickel/silver plated blade with a low central ridge. The obverse of the blade has a nice deep, well defined acid etched motto, "Meine Ehre Heißt Treue" (My Honor is Loyalty). The reverse of the blade has acid etched manufacturers logo name and location. The logo consists of dual circular outer border lines with the name and location Gotlieb Hammesfahr encompassing the logo of a pyrimid. The dagger comes with a solid nickel/silver cross guard pommel and tang nut and a carved ebony grip. The cross guard is well marked with deeply stamped numeral "III" to the reverse. The bottom of the guard is numbered 3002 that is identified to SS ObergruppenFührer Hans Adolf Prützmann who was appointed by Heinrich Himmler to Supream SS and Police Leader in the Ukraine. He received several awards including the German Cross in Gold and the Totenkopfring der SS as well as many others. The grip has a flush inset, solid nickel/silver national eagle and nickel/silver and enameled SS button. The dagger comes with a black painted magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. The scabbard retains most of its black painted finish with a few small scrapes and scuffs. Both the top and bottom scabbard fittings retain both of their dome headed retaining screws and the hanger suspension ring and loop are intact to the top fitting. Original hanger is also present. His complete archive that has roughly 100 pages of information with photos is also included. Hans-Adolf Prützmann (31 August 1901 – 21 May 1945 Lüneburg) was a high-ranking German SS official during the Nazi era. From June to November 1941 he served as the Higher SS and Police Leader in the Army Group North Rear Area in the occupied Soviet Union. In this capacity he oversaw the activities of the Einsatzgruppen detachments that perpetrated The Holocaust in the Baltic States. He joined the SA in 1929. Prützmann had become quite a radical soldier as a result of his Freikorps experiences. Since his own personal goals did not match the milder thinking found in the SA, he left the organization in 1930 and transferred to the SS; one of his first command assignments was as the Führer of the 18th SS-Standarte. As of this point in time, Prützmann's career began a steep rise. While a member of the Reichstag, he was appointed SS-Brigadeführer in November 1933, and in February 1934 he was promoted to the rank of SS-Gruppenführer. At the same time, Prützmann was appointed Leader of the SS Upper Division Southwest in Stuttgart. From March 1937 until May 1941 Prützmann led the SS Upper Division Northeast whose headquarters were in Königsberg (now Kaliningrad). World War II By April 1941, Prützmann had been appointed Generalleutnant (Lieutenant General) of the Police. From June until October 1941, he was Höherer S.S. und Polizeiführer (Higher SS and Police Leader) of Russia-North, the post being responsible for internal security and combatting partisans. He held the same position in Ukraine and Russia-South until the summer of 1944. He also commanded Kampfgruppe "Prützmann" in Ukraine during the early summer of 1944, and was awarded with the German Cross in Gold for his actions. Role in the Latvia Holocaust From June to November 1941, Prützmann held the post of Higher SS and Police Leader (HSSPF) for Latvia. Effectively this gave him control of Latvia, shared with Hinrich Lohse. In Latvia killing of Jews and other persons began almost immediately, and at first they were primarily conducted by a mobile killing group (Einsatzgruppe A). In late July 1941, Einsatzgruppe A moved out of Latvia, and primary responsibility for organizing the murder of Jews then moved to the Latvian office of the SD (Sicherheitsdienst, or Security Service.) As HSSPF Latvia, Prützmann was in charge of the SD and the person responsible for implementing the Final Solution in Latvia. After the departure of Einsatzgruppe A, a dispute arose among the Nazi rulers of Latvia about their so-called "Jewish problem". One group, headed by Lohse, who was backed by Alfred Rosenberg, wanted to confine the Jews to ghettos, steal all their property, and work them as slave laborers in support of Germany's war effort. Heinrich Himmler, the overall head of the SD, and Prützmann's ultimate boss, wanted the Jews of Latvia murdered right away. Up until November, 1941, the Lohse/Rosenberg faction had somewhat prevailed, and as a result "only" about 30,000 of Latvia's approximately 70,000 Jews had been killed by then. Unhappy with pace at which the SD was murdering people in Latvia, Himmler replaced Prützmann in mid-November 1941 with Friedrich Jeckeln, an experienced murderer who in Ukraine had developed his own "Jeckeln system" of killing 10,000 or more people in a single day. Prützmann was assigned to Ukraine. Prützmann's precise role as HSSPF Latvia in the murders of Jews and other war crimes in Latvia has never been fully e

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAF POLE TOP WW2

Lot #312 (Sale Order 355 of 896)

DAF (Deutsche Arbeitsfront) pole topper. very minor wear. 9.25" x 5.5" very good - excellent With the dissolution of all Free Trade Unions in Germany in May 1933 the Deutsche Arbeitsfront, (German Labor Front), was established to replace the unions and to educate the workers in industry and commerce for smooth and efficient operation of all labor in the Third Reich. In October 1934 the DAF was given official status as a sub-section of the NSDAP and in March 1936 it was recognized as an independent NSDAP affiliated association and granted control of its own monetary budget.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP POLITICAL FLAG POLE FINIAL

Lot #313 (Sale Order 356 of 896)

A bras flag pole finial, 20cm in overall height by 3 5/8 inches wide, which takes the form of a encircled, mobile swastika. Approximately 30mm diameter opening at the bottom for the flag pole. Unmarked. Nice clean example.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EARLY SA DAGGER WW2

Lot #314 (Sale Order 357 of 896)

Nice quality dagger features a roughly, 8 3/4", (22.2 cm), long double edged nickel/silver plated drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 13 5/8" (34.7 cm). The nickel/silver plated blade shows considerable wear with graying and light pitting. The obverse of the blade has the nice, deep, well defined, acid etched Fraktur style, script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All/Everything for Germany), which is crisp and well defined. Maker marked to Gebruder Heller of Solingen. The dagger has the plated nickel crossguard, pommel, and tang nut. The dagger has a very nicely contoured, reddish tinged, brown, stained, hardwood grip, which has a nice snug fit to both the top and bottom fittings. The grip has a nicely inset, solid aluminum national eagle and a nickel/silver and enameled runic SA button both intact. The dagger comes with it’s original, coppery brown, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. Good The SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), was originally formed in the August 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), and as with the NSDAP the SA was structure along paramilitary lines. The SA recruited most of its personnel from the ranks of the various Freikorps, (Free Corps), groups composed mainly of disgruntled, ex-WWI soldiers and was first utilized at a NSDAP meeting in Munich in November 1921.The SA M33 service dagger was the first dagger officially sanctioned by the NSDAP and was introduced on December 15TH 1933. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was adapted by Professor Woenne of the Solingen School of Commerce who had based it on the traditional 16TH century, Swiss "Holbein", "Baselard" or "Basilard", hunting dagger with the original design being attributed to the Hans Holbein the Younger, (Circa 1497-1543). Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality, solid, nickel/silver fittings while later models had cheaper, nickel/silver plated fittings and painted scabbards. Regulations dictated that the daggers were to worn on the left side of the waist belt suspended by a specific, dagger hanger. In late 1934 items manufactured for the SA including daggers and accoutrements came under the quality control of the RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster) and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: The RZM was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Production of the SA M33 dagger was discontinued sometime in 1943. Of Note: Other daggers initiated by the SA included the Marine-SA Dagger, circa 1933-34, originally with black grip and scabbard and later with brown grip and scabbard but with brass colored fittings, the short lived, (Circa February 3RD 1934-July 4TH 1934), SA-Stabschef, (SA-Chief of Staff), Ernst Röhm Dedication Dagger with the inscription, "In herzlicher Freundschaft Ernst Röhm", (In heartfelt Friendship Ernst Röhm). After Röhm’s demise the new SA-Stabschef, Viktor Lutze introduced the SA Honour Dagger, circa 1935, the SA Standarte Feldhernnhalle Dagger, circa 1937, the SA High Leader’s Honour Dagger, circa 1938 and the Special SA Presentation Dagger circa 1938-39.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE OFFICERS DAGGER WW2

Lot #315 (Sale Order 358 of 896)

Roughly, 29cm long, bright, nickel/silver plated, double edged, drop forged steel, stiletto style blade with a flat central plane. The leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a well defined, nicely detailed, cast, aluminum crossguard, ferrule and pommel. The crossguard features a stylized national eagle with down-swept wings clutching a swastika to the obverse with a random pebbled field to the reverse. The top edge of the crossguard has an ornate embossed oak-leaf pattern. The cast ferrule has a repeating, embossed oak-leaf pattern. The orb shaped pommel features an embossed oak-leaf pattern encompassing a dual encircled, canted, embossed swastika on a pebbled field background to both the obverse and the reverse. The dagger has a molded, creamy white, bakelite grip with the correct, fine, twisted silver/aluminum wire wrap inset into the diagonally angled grooves. The grip is in overall good condition with no chips or cracks. The dagger also comes complete with its original magnetic sheet steel scabbard. The scabbard features a pebbled field to both the obverse and the reverse with smooth side panels. The scabbard has an ornate, embossed, oak-leaf pattern to both the obverse and reverse of the bottom tip. The scabbard also has sweated on, alloy hanger suspension bands with an ornate, embossed, repeating oak-leaf pattern. The hanger suspension rings are both intact. The scabbards top throat has its retaining screw intact. Shows the expected age, overall excellent condition. In March 1933 the Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. In February and April 1934 respectively the DLV introduced a dagger for Officer’s and a knife for all ranks. Later in 1934 members of the Fliegerschaft, the secret military branch of the DLV, adopted both sidearms for wear. Shortly after the unveiling of the Luftwaffe in March 1935 a modified version of the DLV’s Officer’s dagger was adopted for wear by Luftwaffe Officer’s and EM/NCO’s personnel who held a valid pilots license. On July 15TH 1937 a second pattern Luftwaffe dagger was introduced for wear by Officers, Senior Officer Candidates and Officials with the equivalent Officers ranks and the first pattern dagger was discontinued. Additional regulations of March and August 1940 extended wear of the second pattern dagger to senior NCO’s, senior reserve NCO’s and Officials with the equivalent NCO’s ranks. Blade side arm portepees and troddels were originally introduced in the Prussian army in 1808, and continued to be worn with the Dress uniform, as a tradition and identifying item through WWI, the Weimar Republic and on into the Third Reich, with minor modifications. The Luftwaffe version of the portepee was officially introduced on March 1ST 1935 and the design was based on the earlier army officers portepee.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DLV GLIDER PILOT'S KNIFE / DAGGER

Lot #316 (Sale Order 359 of 896)

DLV glider pilot’s dagger. The 17cm long silver/nickel plated blade is in excellent condition with some minor scabbard wear. Maker marked "Alcoso". Solid nickel/silver cross guard and pommel. Black enameled swastika to both sides of cross guard. Wooden grip wrapped in Moroccan blue leather intact. Scabbard leather wrap is also nicely retained. Nickel/silver plated fittings to the scabbard. All scabbard screws are complete. Shows the expected age and use. Excellent On March 25TH 1933 the DLV, Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. In September 1933 the DLV was further enlarged by incorporating the SA and SS Fliegersturm groups. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. The DLV was divided into two distinct groups with the main group consisting of civilians and a second group, entitled the Fliegerschaft, which was the secret military branch of the DLV. Uniform regulations were first addressed on November 4TH 1933 and included a visor cap with two distinctly different forms of insignia that were worn concurrently. With the official unveiling of the Luftwaffe on February 26TH 1935, the DLV lost a substantial amount of its manpower and its previous function as a secret training ground for future pilots was rendered redundant. As a result the DLV was disbanded on April 17TH 1937 with its remaining membership being absorbed into the newly reconstituted NSFK.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RAD SUBORDINATES HEWER WW2

Lot #317 (Sale Order 360 of 896)

Broad, 24.5cm long, drop forged steel, nickel/silver plated Bowie style blade with narrow fuller and false edge. Blade shows moderate scabbard runners, spotting and some light pitting. Obverse blade features the acid etched RAD motto, "Arbeit adelt", (Work Ennobles), in Gothic script. Reverse ricasso is well marked with acid etched "RADJ" inspection mark in an inverted triangle above script, "Ges. Gesch.", indicating Gesetzlich Geschützt, (Protected by Law), and manufacturers (Carl Jul Krebs) name and logo. Nickel/silver plated single cross guard, bolster, and pommel being in the form of a stylized eagle’s head with some pealing. Natural stag grips held in place by two countersunk screw headed bolts. Magnetic sheet metal scabbard has replated nickel/silver plated fittings to both top and bottom. Both fittings are secured to the scabbard by two small flat headed screws (one of the screws on the top fitting is missing). Top fitting features an ornate, impressed Celtic style swirl pattern with horizontal ribbing and downward pointed tip. Top fitting also has an extended vertical bar for the hewer hangers. Bottom fitting features an impressed RAD emblem of a spade head with canted swastika flanked by sheaf's of wheat. Spade head has a horizontal ribbed background field and fitting has an upward pointed tip. Introduced in August 1934 for wear by ranks of Truppführer, (Corporal), and above in the Reichs Arbeits Dienst, (National Labor Service). In 1937 a Leader’s dagger was introduced and the hewer was only worn by RAD Unterführen (EM/NCO’s).

WWII NAZI GERMAN CASED IRON CROSS 1ST CLASS #100

Lot #318 (Sale Order 361 of 896)

Die struck, three piece, iron and nickel/silver plated alloy construction Patté style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse of the award features an embossed, central, canted swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The swastika is in nice high relief while the date is somewhat lower. The plain reverse has a solid, soldered hinge, a broad, tapered, vertical pin and a heavy soldered catch all intact. The reverse of the pin is well marked with the embossed manufacturer's numerical code within a rectangular recess "100", indicating manufacture by Rudolf Wächtler & Lange of Mittwaida. The cross comes housed in its wood and pressed cardboard construction issue case with a simulated black grained leather covering. The cross and interior very good. On March 10TH 1813, Prussian King Friedrich Wilhelm III established the Iron Cross as a temporary award for bestowal during times of war. Originally the Iron Cross was introduced in three grades with a Grand Cross intended for award to Senior Commanders for successfully leading troops in combat and the First and Second classes for award to all ranks for bravery or merit in action. The Iron Crosses were re-instituted by King Wilhelm I on July 19TH 1870 for award during the Franco-Prussian War and again on August 5TH 1914 by King Wilhelm II for award during WWI. On September 1ST 1939 Hitler once more re-instituted the Iron Cross series of awards in the First and Second Classes and established the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross. The first class medal was for award to personnel who performed three to five acts of bravery in combat, and had already been awarded the Iron Cross 2ND class.

NAZI CASED WAR MERIT CROSS 1ST CLASS 1939 W SWORDS

Lot #319 (Sale Order 362 of 896)

Die struck alloy construction bravery award is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed canted swastika encircled by an oak-leave wreath to the obverse. The swords indicating bravery emanated upwards between the arms of the cross. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised smooth outer edges. The plain reverse has a soldered solid style hinge with a broad pin and catch all intact. The award comes housed in a roughly 7cm square 2cm thick pressed cardboard and wood construction case with a black simulated grained leather covering. The top lid of the case has an impressed silvered outline of the War Merit Cross with swords. The interior of the top lid is lined in white satin while the interior bottom of the case has a vertical cut-out to secure the hinge pin and catch assembly of the badge. The War Merit Cross was instituted by Adolf Hitler on October 18TH 1939, in two classes with both classes issued, with and without swords, for award to military personnel and civilians, including females and foreigners, for exemplary service and/or bravery in Germany’s war effort, in a non-combatant role. The addition of swords to the award signified bravery while awards without swords were bestowed for service. Of Note: The War Merit cross series of awards was expanded on August 19TH 1940, to include a Knight’s Cross of the War Merit Cross for award to personnel who had provided a substantial contribution to the war effort and the War Merit Medal for award to German nationals and foreign civilians who provided exceptional service to the war effort. Recipients of a War Merit Cross were permitted, with the proper documentation, to privately purchase a jeweler’s copy of the award, at their own expense, if so desired. Personnel who could afford it could opt to buy a jeweler’s copy for everyday wear with the actual award being put away for safe keeping. Of Note: The LDO, Leistungsgemeinschaft der Deutschen Ordenshersteller, (Administration of German Medal Manufacturers), began regulating the manufacture of German awards in March 1941 as a quality control agent for awards that were intended for retail sale and manufacturers were to use an assigned LDO, "L", code on their products destined for retail sales. Awards that were to be bestowed by the government were also issued an official numerical government contract code known as a, Lieferantnummer, (Contractors Number), that was issued by the Präsidialkanzlei des Führers, (Presidential Council of the Führers), for formally approved manufacturers. The manufacturing firms that were licenced by both the Präsidialkanzlei des Führers and the LDO and would have used the same dies to stamp both the official issue and retail sales types of awards making them virtually indistinguishable from one another except for the markings.

CASED WAR MERIT CROSS 1ST CLASS WITHOUT SWORDS

Lot #319a (Sale Order 363 of 896)

Early, nice quality, nickel/silver plated, die struck alloy award is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by an oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The plain, reverse has a small, soldered, barrel type hinge, a broad, vertical tapered pin and catch all intact. Award comes housed in a thick pressed cardboard case with black, simulated grained leather covering. Fold back top lid of case has a simulated leather and internal satin lining hinge, and the impressed likeness of the War Merit Cross in silver to top. Interior of case has a white satin lining to fold back top and a black flock lining to bottom with recessed cut-out to secure the pin, hinge and catch assembly of the award. The War Merit Cross was instituted on October 18TH 1939, in two classes, with both classes issued with and without swords, for award to military personnel and civilians, including females and foreigners, for exemplary service and/or bravery in Germany’s war effort, in a non-combatant role. The addition of swords to the award signified bravery while awards without swords were bestowed for service. Of Note: The War Merit cross series of awards was expanded on August 19TH 1940, to include a Knight’s Cross of the War Merit Cross for award to personnel who had provided a substantial contribution to the war effort and the War Merit Medal for award to German nationals and foreign civilians who provided exceptional service to the war effort.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE FUR LEATHER WINTER CAP

Lot #320 (Sale Order 364 of 896)

Nice quality multi-panel patch work whitened sheep skin construction winter cap with the natural hide to the exterior and the white sheep’s wool to the interior. The cap features fold down side and back panels with the panels held in position at the top of the cap by a thread loop and a corresponding button. When the side and back panels are in the upright position the sheep’s wool is visible to the exterior. The back and side panels were designed to be folded down to protect the wearer’s ears and neck and the panels could be secured with the fabric loop and button closed under the wearer’s chin as required. The fold down side panels each have a small circular cut-out with a corresponding overlapping horizontal "U" shaped closure panel with a single brown painted sheet metal "Prym" closure snap to each. The side panels also have an additional male snap enabling the horizontal, "U" shaped closure panels to be secured in the open position as required. Luftwaffe eagle to the front of the cap. Roughly a size 57. Very Good The severe cold encountered on the Russian front in the winter of 1941/42 found the Germans completely unprepared not only in heat retaining cold weather garments but also snow camouflage garments. This resulted in numerous, hastily improvised and makeshift heat retaining and snow camouflage items being utilized including everything from civilian winter clothing to white bed sheets. After the winter of 1941/42 the Oberkommando des Wehrmacht, (High Command of the Armed Forces), recognized the need for heavier winter clothing and testing began in the spring of 1942 to develop suitable garments. In April 1942 Hitler approved the chosen design, and the first models were issued in the autumn of that year, included assorted winter fur caps. The fur caps were a standard issue item and were distributed to all EM/NCO’s for the winter season, (September 15TH to April 15TH), with other winter garments and were to be returned to the units storage depot at the end of the season for storage, repair and cleaning to be reissued the following September. Originally Officers and senior NCO’s responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and headgear were required to purchase the new winter garments until regulations of December 1942 extended the issue winter clothing to all ranks in the colder theatres of operation. Although there was no official standard model of the fur cap the most commonly encountered type followed the basic pattern of the Mountain and M43 caps with fold down back and side panels designed to protect the wearers ears and neck.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE GROUND COMBAT BADGE WW2

Lot #321 (Sale Order 365 of 896)

Late war, single piece, injection molded alloy construction, solid backed badge is in the form of a vertically oval, oak-leaf wreath with a Luftwaffe style eagle, clutching a canted swastika in one talon, superimposed to the top center, encompassing a cut-out, dark, burnished matte grey washed cloud and downward striking, blitz style, lightning bolt. The solid reverse has an integral, molded hinge, a thin round vertical pin and an integral, molded, heavy catch all intact. The badge has no visible manufacturer’s markings, however this example is attributed to Anro Walpach. Excellent In late 1941 the first Luftwaffe ground combat units were hastily formed to help replace the massive lose of men on the Eastern front, followed by the formation of the Brigade Meindl consisting of five Luftwaffe Field Battalions in February 1942. As a result of the formation of these new ground combat units Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring established the Luftwaffe Ground Combat Badge on March 31ST 1942, for award to all Luftwaffe personnel who had distinguished themselves in ground combat. Certain criteria had to be met for award of the badge with the main criteria being three separate ground combat actions. Of Note: Since the Luftwaffe had excess personnel on September 17TH 1942 Göring announced the formation of new Luftwaffe field divisions also to replace the massive lose of men on the Eastern front. Due to the lack of training and poor performance in the field, of the twenty-two divisions formed, seventeen were either destroyed or disbanded before the end of the war. Also Of Note: On introduction of the Ground Combat Badge, Luftwaffe personnel who had been awarded the Infantry, Panzer or General Assault badges previously, were required to exchange them for this badge. Prior to the introduction of this Ground Combat Badge, Flak personnel who had utilized their Flak guns against land or sea based targets three times were awarded the Flak War Badge. These personnel also exchanged their Flak War Badge for the Ground Combat Badge.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RAD RADwJ FLAG PENNANT WW2

Lot #322 (Sale Order 366 of 896)

A double sided, printed, red pennant measuring approximately 48 X 92. The pennant is unmarked and is in very good condition. Couple of minor holes/tears as is to be expected. Original bunting rope is present. The female version of the male RAD, Reichsarbeitsdienst, (National Labor Service), was originally established in February 1933 and was considered a sub-section of the National Sozialistches Frauenschaft, (National Socialist Women’s Organization). In April 1936 the female labor service was dissociated with the NS Frauenschaft and was given the official designation, RADwJ, Reichsarbeitsdienst der weiblichen Jugend, (National Labor Service for Young females). The RADwJ was originally a voluntary organization in spite of regulations of June 26TH 1935 that dictated a six month mandatory service period. Actual conscription of RADwJ personnel began in August 1936 but it wasn’t until September 1939 that the mandatory six months service was enforced. In July 1941 the RADwJ War Helper’s Service badge was instituted for award to RADwJ personnel who had fulfilled their six month mandatory RADwJ service and volunteered for a further six months service to assist in the war effort. These volunteers were employed in a wide variety of jobs replacing the civilian male employees and enabling them to join the armed forces.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP WALL BANNER FLAG WW2

Lot #323 (Sale Order 367 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 28 x 74 inches. To both its red fields are sewn white disks, with a printed mobile swastikas in black. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY DOVE HEAD OFFICERS SWORD WW2

Lot #324 (Sale Order 368 of 896)

WWII German Nazi Army Officers Sword blade length 35" long with overall length is 40 1/4" inches. Scabbard retains about 85 percent of original black finish. Gilt on the brass fitting also retains about 50 percent. Crossguard is marked ges. gesch. Blade is in immaculate condition and marked Carl Eickhorn. Excellent

WW1 TRANSITIONAL LUFTWAFFE DD HELMET WWII W/ LINER

Lot #325 (Sale Order 369 of 896)

WW1 Austrian helmet that is the 1930s went through an overhaul and utilized for the Civilian market by changing the liner system. The shell is marked Si62 and is painted a light field gray paint. The decals to the exterior are a 2nd pattern Luftwaffe decal to the left side having about 85% while the right side has tri colored National shield retaining about 95% with crazing to both. The decals are questionable as to how long they have been on the decal so w2e are listing it as not a period set of decals but certainly on a period helmet. Excellent The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH BAND SWALLOWS NEST

Lot #326 (Sale Order 370 of 896)

HITLER YOUTH MUSICIAN'S "SCHWALBENNESTER" SHOULDER INSIGNIA Pair of HJ "schwalbennester" (swallow's nest) shoulder pads, each 9 1/4" x 4 1/2", consisting of white embroidered bands on a red wool background, with a white cloth backing. The insignia each bear five black metal hooks, used to secure them to the musician's uniform. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN BAND SWALLOWS NEST NSDAP HEER

Lot #327 (Sale Order 371 of 896)

WWII BANDSMEN’S SWALLOW'S NESTS LOT TO INCLUDE 1) Luftwaffe Single Flight Swallows Nest with original gray backing. 2) Wehrmacht Artillery Single Swallows Nest with gray cloth backing 3) NSDAP Set of Swallows Nest with Dark Green Backing with minor damage

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE SPORTS WEAR SHIRT WW2

Lot #327a (Sale Order 372 of 896)

Pull over Luftwaffe sports shirt.. WIth a machine woven breast eagle. Interesting hand made Feldwebel rank insignia to the left and right sleeves. Roughly a 40 chest. Original zipper by Zipp that functions well. Scarce shirt. Physical fitness of its personnel was a prime concern of the German Wehrmacht and each new recruit was issued a specific sport uniform that consisted of a pullover "tank top" style shirt, navy blue, later black, shorts and athletic shoes.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NUREMBERG EAGLE WEHRMACT LOT WW2

Lot #328 (Sale Order 373 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) Nazi Nuremberg eagle ripped from the original mount measuring 5 X 4 inches in silvered tombac with a great amount to the Eagle's body and still a very attractive item. 2) WWII Nazi German Wehrmacht Wehrpass to a soldier named Franz Rull of Regensburg that is nicely filled out 3) NSKOV box of matches 4) Single Panzer aluminum Danziger skull 5) Black and White photo of a group of Wehrmacht soldiers.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 2ND MODEL LUFTWAFFE DAGGER WW2

Lot #329 (Sale Order 374 of 896)

Roughly 29cm long bright nickel/silver plated double edged drop forged steel stiletto style blade with a flat central plane. The leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a well defined, nicely detailed, cast, aluminum cross guard, ferrule and pommel. The cross guard features a stylized national eagle with down-swept wings clutching a swastika to the obverse with a random pebbled field to the reverse. The top edge of the crossguard has an ornate embossed oak-leaf pattern. The cast ferrule has a repeating, embossed oak-leaf pattern. The orb shaped pommel features an embossed oak-leaf pattern encompassing a dual encircled, canted, embossed swastika on a pebbled field background to both the obverse and the reverse. The dagger has a molded orange, Bakelite grip with the correct, fine twisted silver/aluminum wire wrap inset into the diagonally angled grooves. The grip is in overall excellent condition. The dagger also comes complete with its original magnetic sheet steel scabbard. The scabbard features a pebbled field to both the obverse and the reverse with smooth side panels. The scabbard has an ornate embossed, oak-leaf pattern to both the obverse and reverse of the bottom tip. The scabbard also has sweated on alloy hanger suspension band with an ornate embossed, repeating oak-leaf pattern. The scabbards top throat has its retaining screw intact. Shows the expected age. Very Good In March 1933 the Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. In February and April 1934 respectively the DLV introduced a dagger for Officer’s and a knife for all ranks. Later in 1934 members of the Fliegerschaft, the secret military branch of the DLV, adopted both sidearms for wear. Shortly after the unveiling of the Luftwaffe in March 1935 a modified version of the DLV’s Officer’s dagger was adopted for wear by Luftwaffe Officer’s and EM/NCO’s personnel who held a valid pilots license. On July 15TH 1937 a second pattern Luftwaffe dagger was introduced for wear by Officers, Senior Officer Candidates and Officials with the equivalent Officers ranks and the first pattern dagger was discontinued. Additional regulations of March and August 1940 extended wear of the second pattern dagger to senior NCO’s, senior reserve NCO’s and Officials with the equivalent NCO’s ranks. Blade side arm portepees and troddels were originally introduced in the Prussian army in 1808, and continued to be worn with the Dress uniform, as a tradition and identifying item through WWI, the Weimar Republic and on into the Third Reich, with minor modifications. The Luftwaffe version of the portepee was officially introduced on March 1ST 1935 and the design was based on the earlier army officers portepee.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HJ FANFARE TRUMPET BANNER WW2

Lot #330 (Sale Order 375 of 896)

An approximately 48cm square, single sided, multi-piece wool construction banner, with two doubled tie strings along its upper edge for affixing it to a trumpet. Single sided with the typical swastika with red and white field. A 30mm white fringe runs along the bottom of the banner. Overall very nice untouched example. The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker’s Party), under control of the SA, Sturmabteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth).

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE BATTLE FLAG 150X250

Lot #331 (Sale Order 376 of 896)

Second pattern, (Circa 1937/38-1945), single piece, dual sided, printed cotton/linen construction national war flag. The flag features a red base field with a central white/black/white/black bordered white disk with a black and white bordered black canted swastika to the center. The flag has black, vertical and horizontal bars emanating from the central disk with white/black/white borders. The canton features a white/black/white bordered black Iron Cross. The hoist edge has a small, dual-ply, reinforcement panel to each corner. The hoist edge is trimmed in white, tunnel looped, cotton/rayon blend bunting for the suspension rope. Nicely maker marked, size marked 150 x 250 and KM eagle over "M" marked. Near mint example. The first modern German war flag was introduced by Kaiser Wilhelm I in July 1867. The war flag went through a number of minor modifications through the years until it reached its final design format in September 1903. The 1903 version of the Kaiserliche Kriegsflagge, (Imperial War Flag), was utilized until it was abolished after Germany’s defeat in WWI on September 27TH 1919. On April 11TH 1921 a new national war flag was introduced that utilized Hohenzollern Empire tri-colors of black, white and red, with the Weimar era, (Circa 1919-1933), national tri-colors of black, red, and gold inserted into the canton, (upper left corner), with a black Iron Cross to the center. In March 1933, shortly after Hitler gained power, he abolished the Weimar era canton insert on the national war flag. The 1933 pattern national war flag was utilized until November 7TH 1935 when Hitler introduced a new, totally redesigned, national war flag that incorporated the NSDAP’s, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), swastika emblem. Of Note: The 1935 pattern national war flag was utilized until late 1937 or early 1938, when a slightly modified second pattern flag was introduced. The national war flag was flown on all Kriegsmarine, (Navy), warships, Luftwaffe, (Air Force), airfields and all buildings owned by the Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces). The flag was also to be hoisted daily at all occupied barracks and was also utilized at victory parades and special events along with the standard national swastika flag. This example is the second pattern War Flag, circa 1937/38-1945.

WWII GERMAN NSFK Reichswettkämpfe DES NS KASSEL

Lot #332 (Sale Order 377 of 896)

WWII German NSFK Reichswettkämpfe des NS Kassel Plaque measuring 3 1/4 wide and made of gilded aluminum. Very good condition. The NSFK emblem, being the figure of Icarus, modeled after a statue to an aviation pioneer in Berlin, but with a mobile swastika to its base.

WWII NAZI NSDAP FIFTEEN YEAR LONG SERVICE AWARD

Lot #333 (Sale Order 378 of 896)

Second class, three piece construction, die struck, alloy award, with a nickel/silver plating and royal blue enamel work. Award in the form of a cross Pattée with central circular centerpiece and sun burst patterned rays extending out between the crosses arms. Cross has separate circular centerpieces to both obverse and reverse. Obverse centerpiece features an embossed nickel/silver plated, national eagle encompassed by an oak-leaf wreath on a blue enamel field. Reverse center piece features flush silvered Gothic script "Treue für Führer und Volk", (Loyalty to Leader and People) on a blue enamel field also encompassed by an embossed oak-leaf wreath. The cross arms have the semi-translucent royal blue enamel, which on close inspection reveals a slightly pebbled field beneath it. Unmarked example. Ribbon ring and suspension loop both intact. Complete with piece of original blue ribbed rayon moire ribbon with two outer edge stripes in silver/aluminum threads. The NSDAP Long Service Awards were instituted in three classes on April 2ND 1939 for award to long serving party members. Requirements for bestowal consisted of an unbroken, unblemished period of time served in any of the various NSDAP Party formations. Time served between February 1925 and January 1933 during the "Kampfzeit" (Time of Struggle) counted as double in recognition of the Old Guard. The distinction of the three classes was time served with the first class awarded for twenty-five years service, fifteen years service for the second class, and ten years service for the third class.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE LANYARD DOCUMENT PHOTO

Lot #334 (Sale Order 379 of 896)

WWII Luftwaffe Marksmanship Lanyard, Document and Photo of an Airman named Helmut Kollessa of 3. Komp. Flea. 47, Stade. He was awarded the Lanyard on 1st March, 1937. The document measures 11 3/4 X 15 3/4 The Lanyard is a Grade Five Marksmanship Lanyard. The grade five marksmen’s lanyard consists of a interwoven braiding in bright, silver/aluminum wire threads with Luftwaffe blue/gray, artificial silk threads interwoven in a repeating "V" pattern. The top and bottom edges of the interwoven braid each have a bright, interwoven silver/aluminum wire slide and button attachment loops. Protective backing fabric has been removed from the reverse of the lanyard. Vertically oval, silver washed, stamped aluminum shield featuring an outer oak-leaf wreath encompassing a cut-out, second pattern, nicely detailed, Luftwaffe eagle. The lanyard is in overall very good condition with minor age and usage toning. Scarce. Lastly the black and white photo shows the Feldwebel wearing the grade 5 marksmanship lanyard.

WWII NAZI GERMAN CANNON PLAQUE FOR HEER WW2

Lot #335 (Sale Order 380 of 896)

WWII Nazi German plaque with a dedication Gew. v.d. Freunde, Paul 25.17.35. Plaque is in excellent condition measuring 9 3/4 X 6 1/8 inches with a large silver medallion to the top center and a crew firing a cannon.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP NAMED GLASS BEER STEIN

Lot #336 (Sale Order 381 of 896)

Etched glass beer stein with metal cover lid. Lid is engraved "Berufswettkampf 1938 Bezgbau" with a beautiful stylized down swept winged Eagle clutching a canted wreathed Swastika. Approximately 7" tall. Shows wear and age but intact and solid. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLICE SWORD EMIL VOOS WW2

Lot #337 (Sale Order 382 of 896)

Police Degen with hilt fittings that are all nickel-plated and the plating is still but showing patina. The pommel cap is in good condition having perfect plating and good serrations running around the circumference. The “D” guard goes into a smooth crossguard area and ends with a teardrop quillon. The ferrule consists of standing oak leaves separated by acorns which show fine handwork to the veins. There does not appear to be any blackening in the recesses. The grip is a very fine ebony wood being in choice condition throughout. The detail is still outstanding to the grip insignia showing little wear. The shell is equipped with an upper mount that features a fine Wotan’s knot design and like the other parts does not appear to have had blackening in the open portions. The blade of this example is done in the matte finish and it is 31 1/2 -inches in length. This very fine blade is in near full mint condition. It is marked on the reverse with the maker’s name and location Emil Voos Solingen”. The original brown leather blade buffer is in position. Some of the earlier examples will have on the blade the SS runes stamped in along with the name. This example does not and I believe it is because it is because it is a later produced piece. Excellent.

WWII NAZI ADOLF HITLER FORMAL SERVICE NAPKIN RING

Lot #338 (Sale Order 383 of 896)

ADOLF HITLER FORMAL SERVICE NAPKIN RING Fine original formal silver napkin ring from one of Hitler's formal dinner services, 1 3/4" tall, 1 1/2" diameter, bearing a large Nazi eagle and swastika device in relief, the swastika flanked by Hitler's initials "A H" at bottom. At top and bottom the ring also bears an engraved "Greek key" design. On the opposite side the napkin ring bears the hallmarks of silversmiths Bruckmann, "800" purity stamp, and other appropriate hallmarks. Some light tarnishing, else fine condition. The Bruckmann "formal pattern" of silver flatware and tableware was made as a 50th birthday present to Hitler from Albert Speer. 472 Excellent Adolf Hitler 20 April 1889 – 30 April 1945) was a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party (Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei; NSDAP). He rose to power as the chancellor of Germany in 1933 and then as Führer in 1934. During his dictatorship from 1933 to 1945, he initiated World War II in Europe by invading Poland on 1 September 1939. He was closely involved in military operations throughout the war and was central to the perpetration of the Holocaust. Hitler was born in Austria—then part of Austria-Hungary—and was raised near Linz. He moved to Germany in 1913 and was decorated during his service in the German Army in World War I. In 1919, he joined the German Workers' Party (DAP), the precursor of the NSDAP, and was appointed leader of the NSDAP in 1921. In 1923, he attempted to seize power in a failed coup in Munich and was imprisoned. In jail, he dictated the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"). After his release in 1924, Hitler gained popular support by attacking the Treaty of Versailles and promoting Pan-Germanism, anti-semitism and anti-communism with charismatic oratory and Nazi propaganda. He frequently denounced international capitalism and communism as part of a Jewish conspiracy. By November 1932, the Nazi Party had the most seats in the German Reichstag but did not have a majority. As a result, no party was able to form a majority parliamentary coalition in support of a candidate for chancellor. Former chancellor Franz von Papen and other conservative leaders persuaded President Paul von Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as chancellor on 30 January 1933. Shortly after, the Reichstag passed the Enabling Act of 1933 which began the process of transforming the Weimar Republic into Nazi Germany, a one-party dictatorship based on the totalitarian and autocratic ideology of National Socialism. Hitler aimed to eliminate Jews from Germany and establish a New Order to counter what he saw as the injustice of the post-World War I international order dominated by Britain and France. His first six years in power resulted in rapid economic recovery from the Great Depression, the abrogation of restrictions imposed on Germany after World War I, and the annexation of territories inhabited by millions of ethnic Germans, which gave him significant popular support. Hitler sought Lebensraum ("living space") for the German people in Eastern Europe, and his aggressive foreign policy is considered the primary cause of World War II in Europe. He directed large-scale rearmament and, on 1 September 1939, invaded Poland, resulting in Britain and France declaring war on Germany. In June 1941, Hitler ordered an invasion of the Soviet Union. By the end of 1941, German forces and the European Axis powers occupied most of Europe and North Africa. These gains were gradually reversed after 1941, and in 1945 the Allied armies defeated the German army. On 29 April 1945, he married his longtime lover Eva Braun. Less than two days later, the couple committed suicide to avoid capture by the Soviet Red Army. Their corpses were burned. Under Hitler's leadership and racially motivated ideology, the Nazi regime was responsible for the genocide of at least 5.5 million Jews and millions of other victims whom he and his followers deemed Untermenschen (subhumans) or socially undesirable. Hitler and the Nazi regime were also responsible for the killing of an estimated 19.3 million civilians and prisoners of war. In addition, 28.7 million soldiers and civilians died as a result of military action in the European theatre. The number of civilians killed during World War II was unprecedented in warfare, and the casualties constitute the deadliest conflict in history. Hitler's actions and ideology are almost universally regarded as evil.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL INSIGNIA LOT NSDAP HEER WW2

Lot #339 (Sale Order 384 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) WEHRMACHT GRADE "ONE" MARKSMEN'S LANYARD. First pattern, (circa June 1936-January 1939), grade one marksmen’s lanyard consists of a roughly, 25cm long, 20mm wide, heavy, twisted, interwoven, bright, silver/aluminum braid with closed buttoning loops to both the top and bottom ends. The top of the lanyard has a roughly, 38mm tall, 31mm wide, stamped, aluminum construction, vertical shield shaped base with a pebbled background field and a raised outer lip with a high relief, embossed, Wehrmacht style eagle with down swept wings, clutching a canted swastika in its talons, to the center. The shield device is attached to an interwoven silver/aluminum braid rosette with a protective, field-grey wool backing handstitched to the reverse to prevent chafe wear to the uniform. 2) SILVER WOUND BADGE, 1939. Injection molded, solid back zinc award. The standard issue, 1939 pattern badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed M35 pattern helmet with high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. The smooth, solid reverse has a thin round vertical pin and an integral, molded, hinge and catch all intact. The reverse is well marked with embossed manufacturer's numerical code, "4", indicating manufacture by Steinhauer & Lück, Lüdenscheid. 3) BLACK WOUND BADGE, "L/11". 1939 pattern, die stamped, magnetic sheet metal construction, hollow backed badge with a black wash. The badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed profile of an M35 pattern helmet with a high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. Complete pin and catch assembly. The reverse of the badge is well marked with the embossed manufacturer’s numerical code, "L/11", indicating manufacture by Wilhelm Deumer, Lüdenscheid. 4) CASED TWENTY-FIVE YEAR FAITHFUL SERVICE DECORATION. A second class, die struck alloy decoration with nickel-silver plated highlights, a frosted white finish and a black enamel swastika. The decoration is in the form of a "cross Patté," with a circular oak-leaf wreath extending between the arms of the cross. The center of the cross has a square plate with a black enameled static swastika to the obverse, and the embossed Gothic script, "Für treue Dienste" (For Loyal Service), to the reverse. The arms of the cross have a slightly textured background field with a smooth, dual stepped, raised outer edge. Fed onto the ribbon suspension ring, which passes through the loop to the top of the award, is its original ribbed rayon cornflower blue ribbon, which has a brass pin-back device stitched to its reverse top. The award is housed in a red simulated leather cardboard case, with a "25" encompassed by a cogged wheel embossed in silver to its top. The red felt interior has a slotted retaining cross bar to its base to hold the award in place. 5) "1935 - 1939 Pattern" SA SPORTS BADGE IN BRONZE. The slightly convex badge takes the form of an upright Roman broad sword superimposed over a mobile swastika, all encompassed by a circular oak-leaf wreath. This die struck bronze example has the second pattern (1935-39) inscription, "Eigentum D. S.A. Sportabz. Hauptstelle" (Property of-the S.A. Sports-badge Head-department) embossed to its reverse. The reverse also has the embossed maker’s name. Its complete flat pin, soldered hinge and catch assembly is intact. 6) DRL SPORTS BADGE, BRONZE. A 1937 pattern, die struck bronze award. The badge is in the form of a vertical oval oak leaf wreath, with a mobile swastika and bow to its base, encompassing the stylized, cut-out letters, "DRL." To the reverse is a vertical pin-back device, hinged to its top and with a catch to its base. Marked to the reverse FERD. WAGNER. 7) WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. 1940 pattern, field-gray painted, stamped steel construction, combat box buckle features a smooth outer field with a high relief, embossed Wehrmacht eagle with down swept wings to the slightly domed center, encompassed by an oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God With Us), to the top. The oak-leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse. The reverse has the brazed buckle catch, prong bar and prongs all intact. Comes with original leather tab that is maker marked and dated 1941.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT EM/NCO'S ANKLE BOOTS

Lot #340 (Sale Order 385 of 896)

Post-January 1940, blackened leather construction ankle boots. Roughly a size 8. Excellent! Besides the helmet, the tall, blackened, leather "Jack", boot is probably one of the most instantly recognizable items of the German military. The German’s concern with leather shortages was evident as early as September 1939 when issue of the traditional, tall, leather, boots were restricted to personnel serving in the field. Regulations in November 1939 shortened the tall, leather, boots in an attempt to conserve leather. Interestingly prior to WWI all EM/NCO’s were equipped with ankle boots with a unique, side lace-up system that was altered to a front lace-up system in 1914. The ankle boots were not intended for wear in the field but were favored by the troops which resulted in regulations of autumn 1915 that introduced a heavier ankle boot to be worn with leather gaiters in the field. In 1919 during the Reichswehr era, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), a revised pattern of the heavy ankle boot was introduced but they were replaced with the tall marching boots in 1922. During the Third Reich era the lace-up ankle boots were worn as an optional item with tall leather leggings by Officer’s ranks and with the straight legged, long pants and the drill/work uniform pants by EM/NCO’s primarily for training duties. As a result of concerns about leather shortages regulations in early 1940 prescribed the lace-up ankle boots for wear in the field and additional regulations in August 1940, introduced new canvas gaiters to be worn with the lace-up, ankle boots and they were issued to all second line troops in a further effort to conserve leather. By 1941 the short, lace-up, ankle boots and gaiters were issued to all new recruits in place of the tall boots as a cost and leather saving technique. By 1943 with increased leather shortages the gaiters and lace-up, ankle boots were issued in ever larger quantities and production of the tall boots was discontinued altogether, at least for EM personnel. The early ankle boots were outfitted with a small fabric "pull tab", at the reverse, top, center but regulations of January 1940 discontinued the pull tabs. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms including footwear and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their footwear from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase footwear of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their footwear from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately manufactured footwear although the price may have been restrictive. Of Note: Although the short, lace-up, ankle boots and gaiters were completely serviceable they proved quite unpopular with the troops and a great deal of effort was put into the care and maintenance of the tall "Jack" boots by those personnel who had retained them. Of Note: As a result of the ankle boots and gaiter’s unpopularity the gaiters were often referred to with derogatory nicknames such as, Timoschenko-socken, (Timoshenko-socks), referring to Marshal of the Soviet Union, Semyon Timoshenko, and Rückzugsgamaschen, (Retreat Gaiters).

WWII NAZI GERMAN SIGNED 82ND AIRBORNE NSDAP FLAG

Lot #341 (Sale Order 386 of 896)

WWII Nazi German NSDAP small signed flag by the 82nd Airborne with Anti Hitler messages. The flag measures 18 1/2 X 28 inches and having 19 signatures with several Anti Hitler messages on the white disk of the flag such as "Give up Hitler, I want to go home", "All the Nazis can kiss my ass", "Sicly 43 Italy 44 Normandy The Bulge Dec. 25 Xmas in Hell!! Aug 45 Berlin Here We Are!, This Flag Was Taken In Berlin Germany Aug. 1945 By The Best Fighting Men In The World U.S. 82nd. A.B. Div." and finally "U.S. 82nd A.B. Div. Best of the Best Hitler's Hell" flag is in excellent condition. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI LUFTWAFFE DIVE BOMBERS SQUADRON CLASP

Lot #342 (Sale Order 387 of 896)

Die struck, two piece, alloy construction clasp with a gilt finish. The clasp is in the form of a central, circular, embossed, laurel leaf wreath, with a static swastika superimposed to the bottom center, encompassing a separate, cut-out, downward pointing, winged bomb. The winged bomb is secured to the clasp with a single flush rivet which is visible on the reverse. The clasp has three parallel rows of embossed oak-leaves extending horizontally outward from either side of the central wreath. The clasp shows nice detailing. The reverse of the clasp has a soldered, solid type hinge, a broad tapering horizontal pin, and catch all intact. Unmarked. The reverse, bottom edge of the central laurel leaf wreath has two, small, soldered on, vertically extended arms with looped ends to secure the pendant to the clasp. The pendant is in the form of a horizontally aligned, embossed central star burst pattern flanked on each side by three, small, overlapping, horizontally extended laurel leaves The top edge of the laurel leaves have two small cut-out loops for the securing arms. Badge is maker marked “G. H. Osang Dresden.” with a 700 pendant, rare The Heavy, Medium and Dive Bombers Operational Flying Clasp was introduced by Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring on January 30TH 1941, along with two other clasps, in a series of eight that were instituted at different points through-out the war to recognize the increasing number of operational flights achieved by specialized Luftwaffe personnel. All eight of the clasps were awarded in three grades of, Bronze for twenty operational flights, Silver for sixty operational flights, and Gold for one hundred ten operational flights. Besides the original three clasps five more Operational flying clasps were introduced between November 1941 and April 1944, and by mid-1942 many pilots and air crews were surpassing the number of Operational flights required for award of the clasps, so on June 26TH 1942, Reichsmarschall Herman Göring introduced a star burst pendant device to recognize operational flights over one hundred and ten. In the case of the heavy, medium and dive bombers clasps the star burst pendant device signified four hundred operational flights. On April 29TH 1944 a numbered pendant was introduced as personnel’s operational flight numbers even exceeded the prescribed number required for the star-burst pendant. The numbered pendants began at "200" and went up as high as "2000" in increments of one hundred.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE PARATROOPER BADGE OSANG

Lot #343 (Sale Order 388 of 896)

An Early Quality Luftwaffe Fallschirmjäger Badge by G.H Osang of Dresden. A fine early quality manufacture example of a Paratrooper/Fallschrimjäger badge; in gilded and silvered tombac; needle style vertical pinback with a barrel hinge and a flat wire catch, two fully intact countersunk rivets; maker marked “G.H Osang, Dresden” on the reverse. Excellent The Paratrooper’s Badge was instituted by Hermann Göring on November 5TH 1936 for award to Luftwaffe personnel who had written the required tests and completed six parachute jumps. Individuals who were awarded the badge were obligated to re-qualify annually in order to retain it. On May 2ND 1944 award of the badge was extended to include Luftwaffe medical, administrative and legal personnel who had passed the required tests and completed one parachute jump. As with most other Luftwaffe qualification badges, regulations also stipulated that a hand embroidered version for Officers and a machine embroidered version for EM/NCOs were permitted for wear.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PARATROOPER GRAVITY KNIFE WW2

Lot #344 (Sale Order 389 of 896)

Blade marked "Paul Wyersburg & Co. Solingen Rostfrei" stainless steel gravity knife with nearly 100% cross graining with wooden handles, spike, and lanyard retention ring. Blade measures approximately 4" with 3.6" spike -- these were issued to Falschrimjaeger and Luftwaffe troops for cutting shroud lines and tangled cords on parachutes after landing a jump from an aircraft. All original hardware, three rivets at the center, 4 pins in the handle. This is the early war model, not the "take-down" model. The lever actuator is cracked and needs to be fixed. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLIZEI P08 LUGER HOLSTER WW2

Lot #345 (Sale Order 390 of 896)

Molded, smooth, black leather construction hard-shell holster for the standard 4" barrel P08 Luger pistol. The holster features a scalloped, fold back, top flap with a horizontal stitched hinge to the reverse and an aluminum stud and a horizontal leather loop to the obverse. The front body of the holster has a corresponding, stitched on upward pointing, vertical closure strap with a single stud eyelet which attaches to the stud on the top flap for a secure closure. The holster has an extra magazine pocket stitched to the forward edge with a semi-circular cut-out to the top edge for ease of accessing the extra magazine. The holster has an internal quick release pull strap which is inserted through a small horizontal slash on the front body of the holster. The reverse of the holster has dual, slightly diagonally angled, belt loops stitched in place. Nicely marked "A. FISCHER BERLIN 1942" Excellent On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted on June 25TH 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. One of the new uniform regulations dictated the color of all leather accoutrements according to branch of service with the Ordnungspolizei (Order Police), the Schutzpolizei, (Protection Police), and Gemeindepolizei, (Local Municipal Police), personnel wearing black leather while Gendarmerie, (Rural Police), and Polizeibeamten, (Police Officials), personnel wore brown leather. Of Note: The Ordnungspolizei, Schutzpolizei, and Gemeindepolizei, also utilized white leather accoutrements for special occasions. Regulations also dictated that all ranks wore a pistol on the right side of the waist belt for the standard service dress and a wide variety of pistols and holsters were utilized including the standard P08 Luger. The P08 Luger pistol was developed by George Luger who has served in the Austro-Hungarian army before gaining employment with the Ludwig Löwe & Cie armaments factory in Berlin in 1891. While employed with the Löwe firm Luger examined the Borchardt pistol they manufactured which had proven to be troublesome due to its awkward recoil and bolt return system. Luger redesigned the Borchardt pistol with a cleaner design and systems and in 1899 the first Borchardt-Luger pistol was tested. The Borchardt-Luger pistol underwent minor modifications and was accepted by the Swiss army in 1900. Further modifications in 1902 resulted in the Luger being re-calibered from 7.65mm to the standard 9mm Parabellum cartridge. The new Luger pistol was adopted by the Imperial German Navy in 1904 and by the German army in 1908, which led to its official designation, "P08". The P08 Luger pistol saw service through-out WWI, during the Reichswehr era and on into the Third Reich. Although popular, the pistol was expensive to produce and the design of the toggle breech made it prone to dirt entry after firing which affected its performance. In 1938 the weapons firm of Carl Walther developed the P38 pistol as a replacement for the P08. Although the P38 never fully replaced the P08, manufacture of the Luger was discontinued in 1943.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL AND BADGE NSDAP LUFTWAFFE

Lot #346 (Sale Order 391 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) CASED COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF 1ST OCTOBER 1938. Roughly 31mm diameter, die struck alloy award with a bronze wash. The obverse of the award features two embossed figures symbolically breaking the chains of bondage with an unfurled national flag in the background and a high relief national eagle to the bottom. The reverse features embossed Latin script to the center, "1 Oktober 1938", encompassed by additional embossed script, "Ein Volk, Ein Reich, Ein Führer" (One People, One State, One Leader). The suspension loop and medal ring are both intact and the award comes complete with a roughly 35mm wide, 9cm long, piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. The ribbon is still very nice and clean and has a brass pin back device hand-stitched to the top reverse edge. The award comes housed in its original, roughly 10cm x 5cm x 2cm softwood and pressed cardboard construction issue case with a simulated grained burgundy leather covering with an impressed, gilt printed national eagle to the center of the fold back top lid. The reverse of the case has a magnetic staggered bar hinge and the obverse has a magnetic spring activated closure button. The interior of the case has a burgundy flocking lining to the bottom with a raised bar with a central cut-out to secure the award in place. The interior top lid is lined in white satin. 2) GROUND COMBAT BADGE. Late war, single piece, injection molded alloy construction, solid backed badge is in the form of a vertically oval, oak-leaf wreath with a Luftwaffe style eagle, clutching a canted swastika in one talon, superimposed to the top center, encompassing a cut-out, dark, burnished matte grey washed cloud and downward striking, blitz style, lightning bolt. The solid reverse has an integral, molded hinge that's been repaired, a thin round vertical pin and missing the catch. The badge has no visible manufacturer’s markings. 3) FIRST PATTERN "N.S. FRAUENSCHAFT" MEMBERSHIP BADGE. A slightly convex, alloy and enamel badge in the form of an inverted triangle, 30mm wide along its top edge and 27mm tall. "N.S. Frauenschaft" is to the white band to the top of the obverse, underneath of which is a white cross against a black background. To the center of the cross is a red, static swastika, and "G" is to its left arm, "H" to its right, and "L" to its base. These Gothic letters signify the Frauenschaft motto, "Glaube, Hoffnung, Liebe" (Faith, Hope, Love). All of the letters, and the edges of the swastika, cross, and the badge itself, are in the same gilt color as its alloy base. A horizontal pin-back device is crimped to a circular plate brazed to the reverse. 4) 1927 PATTERN POLITICAL CAP EAGLE. An early, stamped alloy eagle, whose outstretched wings have a span of 37mm, and which clutches a wreathed, mobile swastika in its talons. The swastika is highlighted by its recesses having been painted black. Prongs complete. This style eagle was worn by members of the Nazi Party, the SA and the SS until 1934. Excellent untouched example. 5) Oberabschnittsleiter Coller Tab in the Gau Level 6) State License Plate Tag

WWII NAZI GERMAN LAND CUSTOMS DAGGER BY HORSTER

Lot #347 (Sale Order 392 of 896)

Rare land customs dagger by E. & F. Hörster with scabbard. The bright blade on this one is in very good condition. The undented scabbard has detailed bands with the correct chased line approximately 5mm in from the front scabbard fitting edges. The fittings are all secured with headless screws. The throat is integral to the upper fitting as seen on 95% of these. The leather on the scabbard has excellent coverage and remains in beautiful condition. There are a few very small marks usually found on these from honest period wear. Rare to find original leather in great shape. This dagger also employs the textbook aluminum fittings with upswept enhanced Customs eagle wings. The unique Customs pommel with acanthus leaves is matching in tone and patina. The leathered grip is in good shape with again honest leather wear and correctly wire wrapped with springy twisted wire. The unique Customs ferule again has the correct leaf pattern. Excellent

WW2 EARLY SS KEPI/VISOR CAP DANZIGER SKULL & EAGLE

Lot #347a (Sale Order 393 of 896)

First pattern Eagle and Skull to include 1) EARLY ALLGEMEINE-SS KEPI/VISOR CAP "DANZIGER" SKULL. (Circa 1923-1934), silver washed, stamped alloy construction Imperial Prussian Danziger style skull, with no bottom jaw, superimposed over crossed bones. The skull features two rows of teeth, oval eye cut-outs, a triangular nose cut-out and embossed cranium detailing. The hollow backed reverse is a mirror image of the obverse and both soldered attachment prongs are intact. This example is as mint as you can get, SUPER nice! The Allgemeine-SS, (General-SS), was originally formed in May 1923 as the Stosstrupp Adolf Hitler (Shock Troops Adolf Hitler), and was redesignated Schutzstaffel, (Protection Squad), in April 1925 with the official acceptance of the name verified on the second anniversary of the failed Munich "Beer-Hall" Putsch on November 9TH 1925. On January 6TH 1929 Heinrich Himmler was appointed as Reichsführer-SS, (National Leader {of the} SS), and on July 20TH 1934 shortly after the, June 30TH 1934, purge of the SA ,Sturm Abteilung, (Storm Troopers), on the "Night of the Long Knives", the SS was rewarded by Hitler by being granted the status of an independent organization under direct control of the NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party). Originally members of the fledgling SS had no official uniform or headgear until April 1925 when they adopted, what was to become known as the, "Tradition Uniform" and personnel were outfitted with the same brown shirt uniform and kepi as the SA,. In 1923 the Stabswache (Headquarter Guards), was the first SS unit to adopt the old Imperial Danziger style Totenkopf, (Death’s Head), to be worn on their headgear. The Danziger style Totenkopf can be traced back to at least the early 1800's when it was utilized on the busby style caps of the 1ST and 2ND Prussian Leib-Husaren Regiments. In November 1925 personnel of the newly formed SS adopted a black Kepi to distinguish them from their SA counterparts and in 1927 the SS were the first to adopted the national eagle insignia for wear on their headgear. In 1932, the first black SS service visor caps were introduced for wear to replace the kepi as the standard headgear for all ranks. Originally, SS personnel wore the Danziger style skull and the political 1927 pattern national eagle on their visor caps. In an attempt to distance themselves from the SA, the SS introduced a new pattern cap skull to replace the previously used Danziger style skull on October 6TH 1934 and in February 1936 a new SS pattern national cap eagle was introduced. Both these pieces of insignia were worn through-out the war. Of Note: The RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster), was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Starting in late 1934 items manufactured for the SS came under the quality control of the RZM and were marked with a RZM/SS approval/acceptance mark. In 1943 the Waffen-SS assumed full control over their uniform item production and no longer fell under the authority of the RZM. 2) 1927 PATTERN POLITICAL CAP EAGLE. An early, stamped alloy eagle, whose outstretched wings have a span of 37mm, and which clutches a wreathed, mobile swastika in its talons. The swastika is highlighted by its recesses having been painted black. To its hollow-backed reverse are soldered the original attachment prongs. Unmarked. This style eagle was worn by members of the Nazi Party, the SA and the SS until 1934. Allegedly the first pattern Third Reich political national eagle was personally designed by Adolf Hitler himself and was introduced on November 4TH 1927. Originally the first pattern eagle was worn on the Kepi by SA and SS personnel and wasn’t adopted for wear by NSDAP political leaders until 1931. Of Note: This first pattern, political national eagle was replaced in January 1934 with a new, slightly modified eagle. The political style national eagle was further modified in 1936, again in 1937 and a final pattern was introduced April 1939.

WWII NAZI GERMAN P-38 HOLSTER PEBBLED LEATHER WW2

Lot #348 (Sale Order 394 of 896)

WWII Nazi German pistol holster for the P-38. Embossed on the back, P 38 and "cxe 4" indicating manufacture by Britzer Eisenwerk Paul Szubinski, Britz Kreis Angermünde, most likely in 1944. Has metal stud and leather loop retaining strap, spare magazine holder, and shows very little use or wear with one small scuff and slight creasing on the bottom right corner of the magazine pouch. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN RED CROSS HEWER DAGGER WW2

Lot #349 (Sale Order 395 of 896)

WWII Nazi Red Cross hewer dagger. Sawback spine with a black bakelite handle, Nazi eagle, thick pommel, black painted steel scabbard with lug for belt loop. Shows very light age. Measures approximately 16.4" overall, and has had the blade sharpened to a point in defiance of Geneva Convention wartime regulations that mandated non-combatants carry the flat point blade indicating this knife was likely souvenired by a GI during combat operations and turned into a more functional, utilitarian style blade for combat. Very Good - Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN NATIONAL EAGLE HELMET DECAL LOT 4

Lot #350 (Sale Order 396 of 896)

Roughly, 3" X 3 1/4", light weight, paper sheet with four roughly, 1 5/8", (4.1cm), tall, 1 1/4", (3.1cm), wide national eagle helmet decals. The eagle decal is mounted on the paper sheet in a reverse image so that when the reverse of the sheet is applied to the helmet the obverse of the decal will be facing outward. The obverse of the sheet has a printed light blue, outline of the national eagle with down-swept wings, clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons, within a shield shaped border. The obverse of the decal also has the light blue printed manufacturer’s name and location, "Ed. Strache Warnsdorf", flanked by two, small, logos that appear to be the stylized initials, "STR" positioned on top of a "W". The reverse side of the sheet has a bright silver foil, shield shaped border with a faint image of the national eagle just visible. The decals are in overall very good, unissued condition. The Third Reich pattern national eagle for the army was officially introduced on February 17TH 1934 and regulations decreed it was to be worn on the steel helmet, visor caps, all tunics and field blouses. Later amendments to the introductory order stipulated that the national eagle also be worn on all field caps, the sports uniform and the black panzer wrap. The eagle came in three distinct designs with two having slightly different out-stretched wings and the third with down-swept wings. The national eagle decal was applied to the left side of the helmet while a national tri-color shield decal was applied to the right side of the helmet.

NAZI REICHSNAHRSTAND BREEDING ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL

Lot #351 (Sale Order 397 of 896)

Reichsnahrstand Fur zuchterische Leistungen: For Bovine Breeding Achievement, huge die struck tombac medal, 65 mm, 109.48 gm, sculptors Scheurich and Brasch, struck at the Berlin mint Foundation The Reichsnährstand was founded by the Reichsnährstandsgesetz (decree) of 13 September 1933; it was led by R. Walther Darré. Policies and consequences The Reichsnährstand had legal authority over everyone involved in agricultural production and distribution. It attempted to interfere in the market for agricultural goods, using a complex system of orders, price controls, and prohibitions, through regional marketing associations. Under the “Hereditary Farm Law of 1933” (Reichsnährstandsgesetz), farmers were bound to their land since most agricultural land could not be sold. The law was enacted to protect and preserve Germany's smaller hereditary estates that were no larger than 308 acres. Below that acreage, farmlands could “not be sold, divided, mortgaged or foreclosed on for debt.” Cartel-like marketing boards fixed prices, regulated supplies and oversaw almost every facet in directing agricultural production on farmlands. Besides deciding what seeds and fertilizers were to be applied to farmlands, the Reichsnährstand secured protection from selling foreign food imports inside Germany, and placed a “moratorium on debt payments." As the scope and depth of the National Socialists command economy escalated, food production and rural standard of living declined. By autumn of 1936, Germany began to experience critical shortages of food and consumer goods, despite the spending of billions of Reichsmarks on price subsidies to farmers. Germans were even subjected to rationing of many major consumer goods, including “produce, butter and other consumables.” Besides food shortages, Germany began to encounter a loss of farm laborers, where up to 440,000 farmers had abandoned agriculture between 1933 and 1939. The Reichsnährstand's argument that Germany "needed" an additional 7-8 million hectares of farmland, and that consolidation of existing farms would displace many existing farmers who would need to work new land, influenced Hitler's decision to invade the Soviet Union.

WW2 NAZI GERMAN NURNBERG REICHSPARTEITAG RALLY CUP

Lot #352 (Sale Order 398 of 896)

Color Porcelain Cup: 11 x 8 cm, Nurnberg Die Reichsparteitag Stadt (Nurnberg, the National Party Day City); Parade of SS, SA, RAD, HJ, and DJ over this A.H. quote from Mein Kampf: Treue, Opferwilligkeit, Verschwiegenheit sind Tugenden die ein grosses Volk notig braucht (Loyalty, spirit of sacrifice, discretion are necessary virtues that a great people needs), bottom marked with a crowned shield, Waechtersbach Germany (founded 1832), and 985/3, very rare, excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS HAND CRANK AIR RAID SIREN

Lot #353 (Sale Order 399 of 896)

Made in 1942 and is SS marked, this is a World War II German hand-crank air raid siren (Handsirene). The chopper, stator, rear housing and handle are made of Bakelite, while the horn is steel, and the other components are aluminum. It constructed from bakelite and still functions by emitting a classic air raid siren screech when cranked. The sound damper and handle are also present. The reverse is maker marked JURK in a circle. The folding bakelite handle is marked Ziehen (Pull) next to an arrow. The bakelite parts are of the most desirable red/brown variety. This is a very rare hard to find piece offered in fully operational condition. The handle turns fairly easily, and the siren is quite loud. Definitely a great addition to any WWII collection!

NAZI HAUS DES DEUTSCHEN RECHTS GRUNGSTEINLEGUNG

Lot #354 (Sale Order 400 of 896)

This is a plate by/for the “Haus des Deutschen Rechts” (House of the German law) for the “Grundsteinlegung” (laying of the foundation) on 24.X.36. Ceramic glazed plate with a diameter of 18,5 centimeters, made by Nymphenburg. It is on the back maker marked. Although these plates are typically rough looking there is no damage. Some period production spots, but overall just as good as possible and in my opinion impossible to upgrade. Haus des Deutschen Rechts items are very very hard to find! Rare!

WWII NAZI GERMAN CARTOUCHE AMMUNITION POUCH WW2

Lot #355 (Sale Order 401 of 896)

Police Officer Dress Cartouche Ammunition Pouch measuring 4 3/4 X 3 1/4 and is constructed of brown leather with a large aluminum, partially wreathed eagle clutching a canted swastika in excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLICE CARTOUCHE BANDOLEER WW2

Lot #355a (Sale Order 402 of 896)

WWII German National Police Bandoleer for the Cartouche -This is for a Rural police officer. It has a brocade bandoleer that is in excellent condition. The blue green badge wool cloth backing has one moth hole. A scarce accessory! Near MINT

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT SILVER TROPHY CUP WW2

Lot #356 (Sale Order 403 of 896)

Large silvered trophy cup with a large Silver Eagle to the front with the inscription "DEM 2. SIEGER GROßSSTAFFELLAUF Quer durch Eilenburg Gew. u. M.S.V. Eilenburg (II./J.R.32)" indicating the owner of this cut took 2nd place winner for a long distance relay race. Cup measures 5 3/4 inches tall. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLITICAL POLE TOP SMALL SIZE WW2

Lot #357 (Sale Order 404 of 896)

Small metal aluminum 2" x 2 3/4" Nazi political pole topper, most likely used with a vehicle pennant. Mounted on a marble stand for purposes of display. RZM 3/45 marked. Excellent.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS CAR PENNANT RUNIC POLE TOP WW2

Lot #358 (Sale Order 405 of 896)

Small metal nickel plated 3" x 2 5/8" SS Runic pole topper, most likely used with a vehicle pennant. Mounted on a marble stand for purposes of display. Excellent. The Schutzstaffel (SS; also stylized as ?? with Armanen runes); 'Protection Squadron' was a major paramilitary organization under Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party in Nazi Germany, and later throughout German-occupied Europe during World War II. It began with a small guard unit known as the Saal-Schutz ("Hall Security") made up of party volunteers to provide security for party meetings in Munich. In 1925, Heinrich Himmler joined the unit, which had by then been reformed and given its final name. Under his direction (1929–1945) it grew from a small paramilitary formation during the Weimar Republic to one of the most powerful organizations in Nazi Germany. From the time of the Nazi Party's rise to power until the regime's collapse in 1945, the SS was the foremost agency of security, surveillance, and terror within Germany and German-occupied Europe. The two main constituent groups were the Allgemeine SS (General SS) and Waffen-SS (Armed SS). The Allgemeine SS was responsible for enforcing the racial policy of Nazi Germany and general policing, whereas the Waffen-SS consisted of combat units within Nazi Germany's military. A third component of the SS, the SS-Totenkopfverbände (SS-TV; "Death's Head Units"), ran the concentration camps and extermination camps. Additional subdivisions of the SS included the Gestapo and the Sicherheitsdienst (SD) organizations. They were tasked with the detection of actual or potential enemies of the Nazi state, the neutralization of any opposition, policing the German people for their commitment to Nazi ideology, and providing domestic and foreign intelligence. The SS was the organization most responsible for the genocidal killing of an estimated 5.5 to 6 million Jews and millions of other victims during the Holocaust. Members of all of its branches committed war crimes and crimes against humanity during World War II (1939–45). The SS was also involved in commercial enterprises and exploited concentration camp inmates as slave labor. After Nazi Germany's defeat, the SS and the Nazi Party were judged by the International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg to be criminal organizations. Ernst Kaltenbrunner, the highest-ranking surviving SS main department chief, was found guilty of crimes against humanity at the Nuremberg trials and hanged in 1946.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP ADOLF HITLER BUST WW2

Lot #359 (Sale Order 406 of 896)

Wooden and smelter alloy plaque of a side profile of Adolf Hitler that is also artist signed but is difficult to read. The wooden base measures 9 3/4 X 11 1/8 inches and is in excellent condition. Adolf Hitler 20 April 1889 – 30 April 1945) was a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party (Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei; NSDAP). He rose to power as the chancellor of Germany in 1933 and then as Führer in 1934. During his dictatorship from 1933 to 1945, he initiated World War II in Europe by invading Poland on 1 September 1939. He was closely involved in military operations throughout the war and was central to the perpetration of the Holocaust. Hitler was born in Austria—then part of Austria-Hungary—and was raised near Linz. He moved to Germany in 1913 and was decorated during his service in the German Army in World War I. In 1919, he joined the German Workers' Party (DAP), the precursor of the NSDAP, and was appointed leader of the NSDAP in 1921. In 1923, he attempted to seize power in a failed coup in Munich and was imprisoned. In jail, he dictated the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"). After his release in 1924, Hitler gained popular support by attacking the Treaty of Versailles and promoting Pan-Germanism, anti-semitism and anti-communism with charismatic oratory and Nazi propaganda. He frequently denounced international capitalism and communism as part of a Jewish conspiracy. By November 1932, the Nazi Party had the most seats in the German Reichstag but did not have a majority. As a result, no party was able to form a majority parliamentary coalition in support of a candidate for chancellor. Former chancellor Franz von Papen and other conservative leaders persuaded President Paul von Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as chancellor on 30 January 1933. Shortly after, the Reichstag passed the Enabling Act of 1933 which began the process of transforming the Weimar Republic into Nazi Germany, a one-party dictatorship based on the totalitarian and autocratic ideology of National Socialism. Hitler aimed to eliminate Jews from Germany and establish a New Order to counter what he saw as the injustice of the post-World War I international order dominated by Britain and France. His first six years in power resulted in rapid economic recovery from the Great Depression, the abrogation of restrictions imposed on Germany after World War I, and the annexation of territories inhabited by millions of ethnic Germans, which gave him significant popular support. Hitler sought Lebensraum ("living space") for the German people in Eastern Europe, and his aggressive foreign policy is considered the primary cause of World War II in Europe. He directed large-scale rearmament and, on 1 September 1939, invaded Poland, resulting in Britain and France declaring war on Germany. In June 1941, Hitler ordered an invasion of the Soviet Union. By the end of 1941, German forces and the European Axis powers occupied most of Europe and North Africa. These gains were gradually reversed after 1941, and in 1945 the Allied armies defeated the German army. On 29 April 1945, he married his longtime lover Eva Braun. Less than two days later, the couple committed suicide to avoid capture by the Soviet Red Army. Their corpses were burned. Under Hitler's leadership and racially motivated ideology, the Nazi regime was responsible for the genocide of at least 5.5 million Jews and millions of other victims whom he and his followers deemed Untermenschen (subhumans) or socially undesirable. Hitler and the Nazi regime were also responsible for the killing of an estimated 19.3 million civilians and prisoners of war. In addition, 28.7 million soldiers and civilians died as a result of military action in the European theatre. The number of civilians killed during World War II was unprecedented in warfare, and the casualties constitute the deadliest conflict in history. Hitler's actions and ideology are almost universally regarded as evil.

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLITICAL POLE TOP SMALL SIZE WW2

Lot #360 (Sale Order 407 of 896)

Small metal nickel silver 1 3/4" x 2 1/4" Nazi political pole topper having a wreath with a canted mobile swastika to the center, most likely used with a vehicle pennant. Mounted on a marble stand for purposes of display. DRGM marked. Excellent.

WWII NAZI GERMAN TROPICAL SERVICE TUNIC WW2

Lot #361 (Sale Order 408 of 896)

The 1940 pattern, mid-tan, ribbed cotton twill construction tunic features a vertical, five button front closure and a lay down collar. The tunic has four pleated, front, patch pockets with scalloped button down flaps. Coastal Artillery eagle has been restored to the tunic. Shoulder straps are present to a 1st Lieutenant Roughly a size 36/38" chest. German Naval uniforms and headgear were based on traditional designs that date back to the creation of the Prussian Navy in 1848, and although the uniforms and headgear did evolve during the interim years, many items used during the Third Reich would still have been quite recognizable to the Imperial sailor. The German navy also had a long tradition of brown and white tropical/landing dress that was worn in hot climates with the white uniform also serving as a walking out dress. The tradition was continued through the Weimar era and in 1929 the Reichsmarine introduced new brown and white tropical/landing dress uniforms with a stand-up collars. In 1937 the Kriegsmarine introduced new style brown and white tropical uniforms with lay down collars. With the impending entrance into the North African campaign in late 1940 the Kriegsmarine developed another new tropical brown uniform independently from the Heer and Luftwaffe, but retained the 1937 pattern white uniform. Officer and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and headgear and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the OKK, Offizier Kleiderkasse der Kriegsmarine, (Officer’s Clothing Account of the Navy). Although enlisted personnel were issued their uniforms and headgear from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored items although the price may have been restrictive.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M42 COMBAT HELMET W/ LINER WW2

Lot #362 (Sale Order 409 of 896)

The stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains about most of its original field-gray paint. All three liner retaining rivets are intact. The interior of the helmet has a M31 liner in place. Leather is still intact with all the fingers present. The reverse, interior, neck guard apron has a faint, stamped serial/lot number, "4424", and the stamped manufacturer’s code "ckl 64" indicating manufacture by Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, size 64. Of Note: The placement of the manufacturer’s code and size on the reverse, interior, neck guard apron indicates manufacture after mid-1943. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence {Force}), (Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M40 LUFTWAFFE COMBAT HELMET Q66

Lot #363 (Sale Order 410 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction M40 helmet retains most of its slightly rough textured, Luftwaffe blue/gray paint. The left side of the helmet has a second pattern, (circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle decal which is retained about 95%. All three of the liner retaining rivets are intact. The interior of the helmet has a complete M31 leather liner with all eight fingers and the original tie string intact. The reverse, interior, neck guard apron has a stamped is serial/lot number, "1401", and the interior, left side apron is stamped with the manufacturer’s code and size "Q66", indicating manufacture by F.W. Quist, G.m.b.H. Esslingen, size 66. Excellent The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence {Force}), (Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY M42 HELMET ET62 w LINER WW2

Lot #364 (Sale Order 411 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction helmet retains most of its factory applied field-gray paint. All three liner retaining rivets are all intact. The interior of the helmet still retains the M31, tan, leather liner. The interior reverse neck guard apron has a serial/lot number stamp that appears to be, "19080" and has the manufacturers code and size stamp, "EF62" indicating manufacture by Emaillierwerk, AG Fulda, size 62. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence {Force}), (Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE M42 HELMET NS62 w LINER

Lot #365 (Sale Order 412 of 896)

Helmet retains about 80% of its field-gray paint. Second pattern Luftwaffe eagle decal is also retained about 50%. All three liner retaining rivets are intact. M31 tan leather liner is complete. Liner adjustment string is original to the helmet. The reverse interior neck guard apron is lot number stamped, "D266" and the interior left side apron has stamped manufacturers code and size, "NS62", indicating manufacture by Vereinigte Deutsche Nickelwerke, AG. Schwerte, size 62. Comes with it's original chinstrap. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence {Force}), (Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE M40 SD HELMET WW2

Lot #366 (Sale Order 413 of 896)

The stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains about 80% of its original slightly rough textured green paint. The left side of the helmet has a Wehrmacht eagle shield decal featuring a deep golden yellow eagle with down-swept wings clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons on a black shield shaped base. The eagle decal is retained about 70%. This is the textbook ET KM decal with the border around the outline of the eagle. All three liner retaining rivets and both inserted ventilation bushings are all intact. The interior of the helmet has a heavily worn M31 leather liner with three fingers torn. The interior of the helmet has the original owners name. The interior, reverse, neck guard apron is serial number stamped "213" and the interior left side apron is stamped with the manufacturer’s code and size, "ET66", indicating manufacture by Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, size 66. Nice untouched helmet! The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence {Force}), (Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS M33 SERVICE DAGGER W/ HANGER

Lot #367 (Sale Order 414 of 896)

Nice quality dagger features a roughly, 22cm long, double edged, drop forged steel construction, nickel/silver plated blade with a low central ridge. The nickel/silver plated blade is in nice condition and looks to have been polished at some point. The obverse of the blade has a nice, deep, well defined acid etched motto with the rare exclamation point, "Meine Ehre Heißt Treue!", (My Honor is Loyalty!). Maker marked to Gottlieb Hammesfahr of Solingen. The dagger comes with a plated nickel/silver cross guard, pommel and tang nut and a carved ebony grip. The nicely shaped ebony grip has a nice snug fit to the cross guard and pommel fittings. The grip has a flush, inset, solid nickel/silver national eagle and nickel/silver and enameled runic SS button nicely fit in place. The dagger comes with a black anodized, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. The scabbard retains most of its black anodized finish. Both the top and bottom scabbard fittings retain both of their dome headed retaining screws and the top fitting has the hanger suspension ring and loop intact. Excellent The SS M33 service dagger was introduced on December 15TH 1933 for wear by all full SS members, regardless of rank. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was based on the traditional 16TH century Swiss "Holbein" hunting dagger as was being utilized for the SA personnel’s dagger with a different coloration and insignia. The daggers were bestowed annually to newly accepted SS members at 10:00pm on the anniversary of the unsuccessful Beer Hall Putsch, (November 9TH), in front of the Feldherrnhalle in Munich. Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality solid nickel/silver fittings until roughly early 1937 when the scabbards began to have a painted finish and cheaper nickel/silver plated fittings replaced the earlier solid nickel/silver fittings in 1938. Of Note: During the course of the Third Reich there were five distinct SS daggers introduced starting with the M33 dagger in 1933, the Röhm inscription, the Himmler dedication and the SS Honor dagger in 1934 and the M36 dagger in August 1936. Of Note: The RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster), was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Starting in late 1934 items manufactured for the SS came under the quality control of the RZM and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: In 1943 the Waffen-SS assumed full control over production of their items, including edged weapons and production no longer fell under the authority of the RZM.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RAD DAGGER BY KREBS WW2

Lot #368 (Sale Order 415 of 896)

Broad, 24.5cm long drop forged steel nickel/silver plated Bowie style blade with narrow fuller and false edge. Blade shows moderate scabbard runners and sharpening. Obverse blade features the acid etched RAD motto, "Arbeit adelt" (Work Ennobles) in Gothic script. Reverse ricasso is well marked with acid etched "RADJ" inspection mark in an inverted triangle above script "Ges. Gesch." indicating Gesetzlich Geschützt (Protected by Law) and manufacturers name and logo. Logo features dual vertical ovals encompassing a stylized crown and "K", with manufacturers name "Carl Jul. Krebs Solingen", in between the dual ovals. Nickel/silver plated single cross guard, bolster, and pommel all intact with the pommel being in the form of a stylized eagle’s head. Natural stag grips held in place by two countersunk screw headed bolts. Magnetic sheet metal scabbard (scabbard finish is worn) has nickel/silver plated fittings to both top and bottom. Top fitting features an ornate, impressed Celtic style swirl pattern with horizontal ribbing and downward pointed tip. Top fitting also has an extended vertical bar for the hewer hangers. Bottom fitting features an impressed RAD emblem of a spade head with canted swastika flanked by sheaf's of wheat. Spade head has a horizontal ribbed background field and fitting has an upward pointed tip. Shows the expected age and use. EXCELLENT. Introduced in August 1934 for wear by ranks of Truppführer, (Corporal), and above in the Reichs Arbeits Dienst, (National Labor Service). In 1937 a Leader’s dagger was introduced and the hewer was only worn by RAD Unterführen (EM/NCO’s).

WWII NAZI GERMAN RED CROSS HEWER EM DAGGER WW2

Lot #369 (Sale Order 416 of 896)

Model 1938 Deutsches Rotes Kreuz (German Red Cross) Hewer. The blade is untouched and in excellent condition. The sharp teeth to the saw back are in perfect condition. The blade is stamped Ges Geschutzt at the ricasso. The black enamel painted scabbard has 85+% original paint. The solid nickel-silver scabbard fittings look excellent, matching the hilt perfectly. All four screws remain intact. Has the correct Bakelite checkered/smooth grip plates. They are tightly secured by two steel screws. The black leather frog is maker marked Carl Busse Mainz 1940. Ecellent. The DRK, "Deutsches Rotes Kreuz" (German Red Cross), a voluntary civil assistance organization originally instituted in 1864, was officially acknowledged by the Geneva Convention in 1929, and in December of 1937 it was legally recognized by the NSDAP, becoming controlled by them a year later under the auspices of the Ministry of the Interior’s Social Welfare Organization. Due to its non-combatant status, it had to conform to the international Geneva Convention, which directed that its members not carry any weapons, including edged weapons. As a result, the DRK Subordinate’s hewer, introduced in 1938, was designed with a squared tip to preclude its classification as a weapon, allowing its wear in the field. It was worn by the ranks of "DRK-Anwärter" to "DRK-Haupthelfer".

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE OFFICER DAGGER WW2

Lot #370 (Sale Order 417 of 896)

Roughly 25cm long nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel construction stiletto style blade with dual narrow central fullers to each side. Plain blade and is not maker marked. The dagger has a nicely detailed, fire gilt, brass construction crossguard and pommel. The crossguard features an embossed fouled anchor to both the obverse and reverse centerpieces and an ornate foliage pattern and rosette tips to the horizontal arms. The reverse centerpiece of the crossguard has an integral spring loaded locking button which is fully intact and still functions. The pommel is a likeness of the Wehrmacht style eagle with down-swept wings clutching a canted, wreathed swastika. The dagger has a nicely aged white celluloid grip mounted on a wooden sleeve with twisted, brass wire wrap still intact. The dagger also comes with its original fire gilted brass construction scabbard with a random hammered design. The scabbard has both of the sweated on, embossed, oak-leaf patterned hanger bands with the scabbard rings and hanger loops all intact. The top throat is secured to the scabbard by two dome headed screws with one situated at either side near the top edge. Excellent The Kriegsmarine was the last of the three branches of the German Armed Forces to adopt a Nazified dagger on January 28TH 1938. The Kriegsmarine dagger was a modified version of a traditional design that dates back to the creation of the Prussian Navy in 1848. The main modification of the Third Reich era dagger was a change in the Reichsmarine flame shaped pommel to one featuring the national eagle with swastika. Originally designed as a functional item to secure the blade sidearm to the holders wrist the portepee evolved into a purely decorative accessory and was to be worn with all Kriegsmarine Officers daggers.

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLIZEI STAG GRIP BAYONET WW2

Lot #371 (Sale Order 418 of 896)

Early, shortened, reissued, long model, M98/05 Prussian police un-slotted dress bayonet. Roughly 33cm long, bright, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel blade has full length fullers running off the tip end. Maker marked to Alexander Coppel. Nice unit markings S.Ar.II.615. The bayonet has an ornate, nickel/silver plated alloy, single upswept cross guard and stylized eagle head pommel both intact. The obverse and part of the reverse of the cross guard have an embossed, repeating, oak-leaf and acorn pattern. The stylized eagle head pommel shows nicely detailed feathers, eyes and beak. The bayonet has stag horn grips, secured by two, dome headed, natural aluminum rivet retainers. The obverse of the grip has a stamped, natural aluminum, second pattern, (circa April 1936), police eagle and wreath intact. The bayonet comes housed in its black leather scabbard with stitched, central, vertical spine to the reverse, and top and bottom nickel/silver plated alloy fittings. The bottom scabbard fitting has a scalloped top edge and ball tip while the top fitting has a scalloped bottom edge. Both the fittings are secured to the scabbard by a single staple type attachment. The top fitting has its extended frog lug and throat retaining screw both intact. Also retains it's original brown leather frog. Excellent. On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted in July 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. One of the new uniform regulations was the introduction of a standardized bayonet based on the earlier Prussian Landespolizei bayonet. The bayonet came in a un-slotted dress model and a "T" slotted service model.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HJ HIKE CAMP KNIFE G. FELIX 1938

Lot #372 (Sale Order 419 of 896)

The early, (Circa 1933-1938), HJ camp knife, without blade motto, has a roughly, 5 1/8", (13 cm), long, drop forged, steel construction, single edged, non-fullered, nickel/silver plated, blade and a full length, including the hilt of roughly, 9 1/4", (23.6 cm). Maker marked M7/28 G. FELIX, SOLINGEN GLORIAWERK. The blackened leather washer is still intact. The tooled steel construction hilt features a single, up-swept, cross guard arm and a stylized eagle head pommel. The knife has molded, black, diamond grooved, bakelite grips with dual, small, dome headed, alloy retaining rivets fully intact. The obverse grip has an imbedded enameled and silver washed alloy HJ diamond. The HJ diamond features red enamel top and bottom quarters and white enamel side quarters with a central, canted, black enamel swastika. The diamond has the correct translucent red enamel with a pebbled field visible underneath. The knife comes with it’s original magnetic sheet metal scabbard. Straps are present but missing half of the snap. Excellent The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker’s Party), under control of the SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth). The HJ Fahrtenmesser, (Hike/Camp knife), was introduced in early 1933 and was the first blade sidearm to be officially sanctioned by the NSDAP. Of Note: Although the HJ camp knife was the first, officially sanctioned, blade, side arm the SA dagger was the first, officially sanctioned, dagger. Originally the camp knife was intended for wear by all HJ members regardless of rank but in 1937 a presentation Leader’s dagger was introduced for wear by the ranks of Gefolgschaftsführer to Reichsjugendführer and the camp knife was relegated for wear by the ranks of Hauptgefolgschaftsführer and below. An additional NSDAP party formation, the DJ Deutsche Jugend, (German Youth), with members, aged 10-14, were also permitted wear of the HJ camp knife. The distribution of the HJ camp knife was controlled by the NSDAP and was dependant on the recipient successfully completing the appropriate proficiency requirements and tests. After meeting the requirements the individual was still responsible for purchasing the HJ camp knife through official channels. Regulations stated that the HJ camp knife was only to be worn while the recipient was in uniform, although it is highly doubtful that young boys/men adhered to these regulations unless they were strictly enforced. Originally the HJ camp knives had a blade inscription with the HJ motto, "Blut und Ehre!", (Blood and Honor), inscribed in a facsimile of the HJ Reichsjugendführer, (Hitler Youth National Youth Leader), Baldur von Schirach’s handwriting, but in August 1938 the blade inscription was discontinued. Of Note: The HJ was an official NSDAP formation and as a result it’s uniforms and equipment items fell under the authority of the RZM, Reich Zeug Meisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster). The RZM, was officially founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP, as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, including the HJ, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for Party formations met required specification and were standardized. Uniforms and equipment items manufactured for the HJ came under the quality control of the RZM and were generally marked by the appropriate RZM approval/acceptance markings. Further production of the HJ camp knives was official discontinued in October 1942.

WWII NAZI AUXILIARY POLICE NCO'S SHAKO HELMET WW2

Lot #373 (Sale Order 420 of 896)

An Auxiliary Police (Polizei) NCO's Shako - Molded sturdy vulcanfibre body with a lacquered black leather exterior. The body of the shako has an extruding humped curve reverse with a black leather downward sloping vulcanfibre front visor and rear neck guard along with a circular "coffee can" style top in the traditional police helmet style that was established in the 1920s and lasted until 1945. Both the front visor and rear neck guard are secured to the shako by a narrow horizontal strip of black leather which is machine stitched along the bottom edge. The circular black leather "coffee can" style top is secured to the shako by a row of horizontal stitching running through small evenly spaced puncture holes. Each side of the shako body has places for two small, screened ventilation holes situated just below the crown seam. The front center of the shako has a large high relief stamped natural aluminum second pattern (c. June 1936 - May 1945) wreathed Police eagle insignia with outstretched wings clutching a wreathed canted swastika in it’s talons. The eagle shows nice detailing and is nicely convexed to fit the contours of the shako and is secured by two threaded screwposts with retaining nuts that are visible in the interior. The front center of the shako also has a small, horizontal slot to accommodate the retaining loop of the national tri-colour cockade. The shako has a soft, black leather chinstrap with dual, aluminum, sliding, length adjustment buckles and aluminum retaining rings and posts. The underside of the visor and neck guard are synthetic and finished in forest green. The inside comes complete with its original leather liner It measures 165 mm x 245 mm x 155 mm in height, the exterior exhibiting minor scuffing marks in the black leather. The shako retains its overall shape and integrity and is roughly a size 56. Very fine.

WWII NAZI AUXILIARY POLICE NCO'S SHAKO HELMET WW2

Lot #374 (Sale Order 421 of 896)

An Auxiliary Police (Polizei) NCO's Shako - Molded sturdy vulcanfibre body with a lacquered black leather exterior. The body of the shako has an extruding humped curve reverse with a black leather downward sloping vulcanfibre front visor and rear neck guard along with a circular "coffee can" style top in the traditional police helmet style that was established in the 1920s and lasted until 1945. Both the front visor and rear neck guard are secured to the shako by a narrow horizontal strip of black leather which is machine stitched along the bottom edge. The circular black leather "coffee can" style top is secured to the shako by a row of horizontal stitching running through small evenly spaced puncture holes. Each side of the shako body has places for two small, screened ventilation holes situated just below the crown seam. The front center of the shako has a large high relief stamped natural aluminum second pattern (c. June 1936 - May 1945) wreathed Police eagle insignia with outstretched wings clutching a wreathed canted swastika in it’s talons. The eagle shows nice detailing and is nicely convexed to fit the contours of the shako and is secured by two threaded screwposts with retaining nuts that are visible in the interior. The front center of the shako also has a small, horizontal slot to accommodate the retaining loop of the national tri-colour cockade. The cockade is stamped aluminum vertically oval with five silver washed simulated twisted rope outer edge encompassing a single black painted simulated twisted rope inner edge a single silver washed ribbed, inner trim and a red painted recessed centerpiece and is not maker marked. The shako has a soft, black leather chinstrap with dual, aluminum, sliding, length adjustment buckles and aluminum retaining rings and posts. The underside of the visor and neck guard are synthetic and finished in forest green. The inside comes complete with its original leather liner It measures 165 mm x 245 mm x 155 mm in height, the exterior exhibiting minor scuffing marks in the black leather. The shako retains its overall shape and integrity and is size marked 57. Very fine.

WWII NAZI GERMAN REICHSPOST PERSONNEL'S VISOR CAP

Lot #375 (Sale Order 422 of 896)

Dark navy blue wool construction visor cap, featuring a one-piece circular crown, piped in orange and whose internal stiffening wire is still intact, a body with seams to each of its cardinal points, a one-piece center band, also piped in orange along its edges and whose vertical seam is to the reverse, and a blackened visor. Fixed to the forward seam line of the body is a stamped political-style national eagle, whose out-stretched wings have a 37mm span, and which clutches a wreathed, mobile swastika in its talons. An internal, vertical shape retainer is behind this forward seam line, giving the cap a high peak to the front. Fixed to the front of the black velvet center band is a 35mm diameter, silver-washed, stamped alloy oak leaf wreath, encircling the black painted, fluted base to a raised, polished aluminum korkarden, to whose center is a red felt "dot." Fixed by a convex metal button over each ear is a blackened, patent leather chin strap, wrapped and riveted around rectangular alloy "rings," through which then loop the main body of the strap, with two metal sliding adjustment buckles along its length. All of its metal and alloy components are also blackened. The vulcanfibre visor, with a raised lip along its forward edge, is blackened to its upper surface, and tan colored to its underside. The interior of the cap is fully lined in tan-colored oilcloth, and features an alkor sweatband. The cap is a size 56. Nice untouched original example

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS STICKPIN MARKED WW2

Lot #376 (Sale Order 423 of 896)

Horizontally oval die struck silver alloy construction SS sponsoring member's lapel pin with black enamel work. The pin features a horizontally oval, black enamel base with a silver embossed and beaded outer border stripe encompassing a central flush silver swastika superimposed with black enameled SS runes and flanked by the silver initials, "F", and "M" indicating, Fördernde Mitglieder, (SS Sponsoring/Patron Member). The reverse has a soldered vertical rifled pin on a circular base plate intact and is well marked with the impressed manufacture’s name and abbreviated location "Deschler Mchn 9" and "Ges. Gesch." indicating Gesetzlich Geschützt (Protected by Law). The reverse also has the stamped recipient’s personal SS-FM membership number "L 13070".

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE STICKPIN LOT RAD HEER

Lot #377 (Sale Order 424 of 896)

Lot of 8 stickpins to include 1) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 2) LUFTWAFFE GROUND COMBAT BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 3) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 4) LUFTWAFFE GROUND COMBAT BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 5) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 6) INFANTRY ASSAULT BADGE STICKPIN 7) HIGH SEAS FLEET WAR BADGE STICKPIN 8) RAD MEMBER'S COMMEMORATIVE LAPEL STICKPIN

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE STICKPIN LOT NSKOV

Lot #378 (Sale Order 425 of 896)

Lot of 9 stickpins to include 1) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 2) LUFTWAFFE GROUND COMBAT BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 3) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 4) LUFTWAFFE GROUND COMBAT BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 5) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 6) LUFTWAFFE GROUND COMBAT BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 7) LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE STICKPIN MARKED L/50 8) LUFTWAFFE PILOT OBSERVER BADGE STICKPIN 9) NS-RKB MEMBER'S EAGLE STICKPIN.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1942 Ed. MEIN KAMPF GERMAN WW2

Lot #379 (Sale Order 426 of 896)

German printing of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf. Dated 1942, printed at the Munchen / Munich NSDAP headquarters in Germany. German text. Some edge wear to the binding and light discoloration to the pages. Very Good Mein Kampf My Struggle or My Fight is a 1925 autobiographical manifesto by Nazi Party leader Adolf Hitler. The work describes the process by which Hitler became anti Semitic and outlines his political ideology and future plans for Germany. Hitler was born in Austria—then part of Austria-Hungary—and was raised near Linz. He moved to Germany in 1913 and was decorated during his service in the German Army in World War I. In 1919, he joined the German Workers' Party (DAP), the precursor of the NSDAP, and was appointed leader of the NSDAP in 1921. In 1923, he attempted to seize power in a failed coup in Munich and was imprisoned. In jail, he dictated the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"). After his release in 1924, Hitler gained popular support by attacking the Treaty of Versailles and promoting Pan-Germanism, anti-semitism and anti-communism with charismatic oratory and Nazi propaganda. He frequently denounced international capitalism and communism as part of a Jewish conspiracy. By November 1932, the Nazi Party had the most seats in the German Reichstag, but did not have a majority, and no party was able to form a majority parliamentary coalition in support of a candidate for chancellor. Former chancellor Franz von Papen and other conservative leaders persuaded President Paul von Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as chancellor on 30 January 1933. Shortly after, the Reichstag passed the Enabling Act of 1933, which began the process of transforming the Weimar Republic into Nazi Germany, a one-party dictatorship based on the totalitarian and autocratic ideology of National Socialism. Hitler aimed to eliminate Jews from Germany and establish a New Order to counter what he saw as the injustice of the post-World War I international order dominated by Britain and France. His first six years in power resulted in rapid economic recovery from the Great Depression, the abrogation of restrictions imposed on Germany after World War I, and the annexation of territories inhabited by millions of ethnic Germans, which gave him significant popular support. Hitler sought Lebensraum ("living space") for the German people in Eastern Europe, and his aggressive foreign policy is considered the primary cause of World War II in Europe. He directed large-scale rearmament and, on 1 September 1939, invaded Poland, resulting in Britain and France declaring war on Germany. In June 1941, Hitler ordered an invasion of the Soviet Union. By the end of 1941, German forces and the European Axis powers occupied most of Europe and North Africa. These gains were gradually reversed after 1941, and in 1945 the Allied armies defeated the German army. On 29 April 1945, he married his longtime lover Eva Braun. Less than two days later, the couple committed suicide to avoid capture by the Soviet Red Army; their corpses were burned. Under Hitler's leadership and racially motivated ideology, the Nazi regime was responsible for the genocide of at least 5.5 million Jews and millions of other victims whom he and his followers deemed Untermenschen (subhumans) or socially undesirable. Hitler and the Nazi regime were also responsible for the killing of an estimated 19.3 million civilians and prisoners of war. In addition, 28.7 million soldiers and civilians died as a result of military action in the European theatre. The number of civilians killed during World War II was unprecedented in warfare, and the casualties constitute the deadliest conflict in history.

WWII NAZI GERMAN BAYONET LOT OF 3 WW2

Lot #380 (Sale Order 427 of 896)

Lot of three German bayonets to include 1) WWII NAZI GERMAN E. PACK SOHNE k98 DRESS BAYONET & SCABBARD. Marked Pack & Sohne with logo at the ricasso. 7 3/4 blade with a 1.8" false edge, 13 3/4" overall length. Has black composite grips and black painted steel scabbard. Scabbard shows age and wear, retaining approximately 95% of its original finish. Blade is excellent with no dings or nicks to the edge. Very Good 2) WWII NAZI GERMAN CARL JULIUS KREBS k98 DRESS BAYONET & SCABBARD. Marked Carl Julius Krebs at the ricasso. 9.8" blade with a 1.8" false edge, 14.6" overall length. Has black composite grips and black painted steel scabbard. Blade is excellent with no dings or nicks to the edge. Very Good 3) K98 COMBAT BAYONET "E. F. Horster". Roughly 25cm long, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers. Blade retains some of it's original blueing. Both sides of the ricasso are well marked with, impressed serial number, "2271 q", to the obverse and the manufacturers name to the reverse, "E. F. Horster". Good

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE FLAG 1.5X2.5 EAGLE M

Lot #381 (Sale Order 428 of 896)

Second pattern, (Circa 1937/38-1945), single piece, dual sided, printed cotton/linen construction national war flag. The flag features a red base field with a central white/black/white/black bordered white disk with a black and white bordered black canted swastika to the center. The flag has black, vertical and horizontal bars emanating from the central disk with white/black/white borders. The canton features a white/black/white bordered black Iron Cross. The hoist edge has a small, dual-ply, reinforcement panel to each corner. The hoist edge is trimmed in white, tunnel looped, cotton/rayon blend bunting for the suspension rope. Nicely maker marked, Reichskriegsflg size marked 1.5 x 2.5 and KM eagle over "M" marked. Over nice condition with a minor moth damage. The first modern German war flag was introduced by Kaiser Wilhelm I in July 1867. The war flag went through a number of minor modifications through the years until it reached its final design format in September 1903. The 1903 version of the Kaiserliche Kriegsflagge, (Imperial War Flag), was utilized until it was abolished after Germany’s defeat in WWI on September 27TH 1919. On April 11TH 1921 a new national war flag was introduced that utilized Hohenzollern Empire tri-colors of black, white and red, with the Weimar era, (Circa 1919-1933), national tri-colors of black, red, and gold inserted into the canton, (upper left corner), with a black Iron Cross to the center. In March 1933, shortly after Hitler gained power, he abolished the Weimar era canton insert on the national war flag. The 1933 pattern national war flag was utilized until November 7TH 1935 when Hitler introduced a new, totally redesigned, national war flag that incorporated the NSDAP’s, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), swastika emblem. Of Note: The 1935 pattern national war flag was utilized until late 1937 or early 1938, when a slightly modified second pattern flag was introduced. The national war flag was flown on all Kriegsmarine, (Navy), warships, Luftwaffe, (Air Force), airfields and all buildings owned by the Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces). The flag was also to be hoisted daily at all occupied barracks and was also utilized at victory parades and special events along with the standard national swastika flag. This example is the second pattern War Flag, circa 1937/38-1945.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE EM/NCO'S LONG PANTS WW2

Lot #382 (Sale Order 429 of 896)

Standard issue, Luftwaffe blue/gray wool/rayon blend construction EM/NCO’s long pants feature a vertical, four button French fly with an additional button at the waistband. The pants have two diagonally angled, slash front pockets with single button closures and a small horizontal slash watch pocket to the right side of the fly below the waistband. The waistband has eight buttons for the suspenders. The reverse of the pants also have two small vertical tapering darts and a horizontal fit adjustment straps with corresponding, blued, sheet metal, gripper buckle. Nice issue and size markings. Dated for 1942. All original buttons and stitching. The pants are roughly size 40" waist. Nice! The long pants were the basic standard issue pants for all EM/NCO’s with flight personnel also being issued the Flyer’s pants and mounted personnel being issued the Riding breeches. The straight legged long pants for EM/NCO’s were the prescribed or optional type of pants for wear with the Service Dress, the Undress Uniform, the Reporting and the Parade dress uniforms.

WWII NAZI LUFTWAFFE OBERFELDWEBEL'S FLIGHT BLOUSE

Lot #383 (Sale Order 430 of 896)

Second pattern, EM/NCO’s medical flight blouse with external hip pockets as introduced on May 6TH 1940. The Luftwaffe blue/gray, wool/rayon blend construction flight blouse features a vertical French fly style, front closure with the buttons on the right front panel and the corresponding, hidden button holes on the left front panel. The flight blouse has small fold back lapels, a lay down collar and a single metal hook and eye at the neck for a secure closure. The right breast has a second pattern, machine embroidered Luftwaffe eagle in silvery/gray threads on a cut-out Luftwaffe blue/gray wool base. The eagle is original machine stitching to the flight blouse. The flight blouse has two, horizontal, slash, front hip pockets with rounded front corner, button down flaps. The waistline side seams each have three, vertically aligned, stitched eyelets for the belt support hooks. The flight blouse has slip on shoulder straps in Luftwaffe blue/gray wool with blue rayon waffenfarbe, original pips and rank tress. The lay down collar has the typical zig-zag reinforcement stitching to the reverse. The collar has blue wool collar tabs with four, stamped, natural aluminum, rank "gulls" to each. The interior of the flight blouse is partially lined in light gray rayon. The lining features a horizontal slash, patch pocket with a single button closure to each interior breast panel and the forward right front tail skirt has a wound dressing patch pocket also with a single button closure. Chest is roughly a size 35". Original collar liner included as well. Just a nice worn and used tunic with all original insignia that is LBA 42 marked. The Reichsluftwaffe was official established on February 26TH 1935 as the third branch of service of the Armed Forces. On March 9TH 1935 the formation of the new Reichsluftwaffe was announced to the foreign press and on March 16TH conscription was reintroduced for all three branches of service. On May 21ST 1935 the Reichsluftwaffe designation was altered to Luftwaffe. The Luftwaffe flight blouse was originally introduced in early 1935 and was based on the Fliegerbluse worn earlier by, DLV, Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), personnel, a civilian forerunner of the Luftwaffe. The flight blouse remained in service through-out the war with minor modifications.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA EM/NCO'S BELT & BUCKLE WW2

Lot #384 (Sale Order 431 of 896)

SA EM/NCO'S BELT & BELT BUCKLE. The 65mm x 50mm, slightly convex, stamped brass, two-piece construction buckle features, to its obverse, a plain field upon which is an embossed, political-style national eagle clutching the laurel surround to a mobile swastika on a slightly domed, plain field. The eagle’s head falls on the inside of a ribbed border with simulated twisted rope trim to its inner and outer edges. The ribbed border, which is 42mm in outside diameter, has a spray of oak leaves to its base, with the eagle’s wings extending into it at the top. To the reverse is its raised buckle catch, and a prong bar with dual prongs, for the belt’s retaining tongue. Buckle comes with a matching condition leather belt measuring 100 cm. Excellent The SA, "Sturmabteilung" (Storm-troops), were originally formed in August of 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling Nazi Party. As with the NSDAP, "Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei" (National-socialist German Worker’s-party), the SA was structured along para-military lines. Most of its recruits were from the ranks of the various "Freikorps" groups of the day, composed mainly of disgruntled ex-soldiers, and they were first utilized at a Nazi party meeting in Munich in November of 1921. The SA pattern box buckle was the first belt buckle to be introduced by the NSDAP, with its estimated introductory dates ranging between 1921 and 1923. On its introduction it was not fully standardized and came in at least five variations. The SA pattern buckle was originally worn by other Nazi organizations including the SS, the NSKK, the NSBO, and political leaders. The SA box buckle was officially replaced by the rectangular, open frame, dual claw buckle in April of 1934, and was to be discontinued in 1936, although it was still widely worn.

WWII NAZI LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY VISOR HAT WW2

Lot #385 (Sale Order 432 of 896)

Nice quality, privately purchased, Luftwaffe blue/gray, wool/rayon blend construction visor cap features a black, horizontally ribbed, interwoven, mohair centerband, and bright red wool waffenfarbe piping to the crown edge and both the top and bottom edges of the centerband. Original, 1st pattern, Luftwaffe insignia is complete. The cap is missing the leather chinstrap. The cap has an extended, forward, black lacquered, leather visor with a machine stitched, simulated leather lip to the forward edge. Partial liner and sweatband. Sweat shield is complete. Size is roughly a 55. Good Visor caps were a standard item for all military personnel during the Third Reich period and regulations dictated the form of dress they were to be worn with based on the individuals rank. On its inception on February 26TH 1935, the Luftwaffe adopted most of the uniform items of the earlier DLV, Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), its clandestine, civilian forerunner, including the visor cap. In March 1935 the earlier, "Tellerform", saucer shaped, caps were replaced with a new a "Sattelform" cap with a higher front peak and an oval shaped top. The insignia utilized on the visor caps consisted of the Luftwaffe style national eagle as introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft, (Pilot Base), personnel of the DLV on August 18TH 1934 and was officially adopted for wear by all Luftwaffe personnel on March 1ST 1935 along with a new winged wreath and national tri-color cockade. The visor caps for Company and Field grade Officer’s holding the ranks of Leutnant up to Oberst were distinguished from EM/NCO’s caps by bright silver/aluminum piping and a silver/aluminum chin cord while Officers holding Generals ranks of Generalmajor up to Reichsmarschall utilized gold colored fittings. EM/NCO ranks visor caps utilized the appropriate waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), piping and blackened leather chinstraps. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Luftwaffe’s Verkaufsabteilung, (Air-Force Sales Department), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive. The different branches of service within the Luftwaffe were allocated a specific, identifying, waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), with bright red being chosen for personnel serving with the Flugzeugabwehrartillerie, (Anti-Aircraft Artillery), which was displayed as piping on EM/NCO’s visor caps.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EKII NSDAP ARMBAND HJ BADGE LOT

Lot #386 (Sale Order 433 of 896)

WWII Nazi German items to include 1) IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS. 1939 pattern, die struck, three piece, iron and alloy construction Pattée style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse features an embossed, high relief, central, canted, swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The reverse bottom arm has the embossed original institution date, "1813". The swastika is in nice high relief while the dates are somewhat lower. The medal loop and ribbon suspension ring are both intact. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. 2) NSDAP MEMBER'S ARMBAND. An early red cotton armband, upon which is sewn an approximately 9cm diameter white disk, with a separate black mobile swastika. 3) HJ MEMBERSHIP BADGE. Roughly 25mm tall, 14mm wide, die struck alloy, diamond shaped badge with red, white and black paint. The vertical diamond badge features red paint and solid white paint to the side quarters. The center of the badge has a diamond with a central canted black painted swastika. Pin back device intact. Marked ‘RZM’ and ‘M1/42.

WWII OSS COMBAT STILETTO & PANCAKE FLIPPER SHEATH

Lot #387 (Sale Order 434 of 896)

Made in the style of the Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Knife developed by the British and adopted by America. There are reports of similar knives in use with intelligence agencies. The double edged blade measures 6¾" long with a dark and 1/8 inch thick oval steel handguard. No maker's markings are present. Early style grip, darkened brass with sharp knurling and a brass nut pommel. Sheath is constructed from steel and leather with the leather porting similar to the more conventional sheaths but made without a belt hanger and fitted to a green painted steel frame which encloses the tip, supports the entire back, and expands to a 3 inch wide head with 4 slits for running a belt. The sheath was nicknamed the Pancake Flipper for its resemblance to a spatula. Excellent

WWII US CBI INSIGNIA GROUPING BLOOD CHIT LEATHER

Lot #388 (Sale Order 435 of 896)

WWII China Burma India or CBI insignia grouping to include 1) Large multi piece constructed leather CBI patch for jacket measuring 11 1/2 X 9 inches 2) Padded silk American Flag used on the interior of the A-2 flight jacket to show local natives that he was an American aviator. 3) Silk escape and evasion map of India Eastern and Western Portions. Map measures 24 X 22 inches and is in excellent condition. 4) Two Seven language German French English Russian Burmese Hindi and Urdu blood chits marked RESTRICTED and dated September of 1951 and are both numbered 59203 F & 66139 F respectively. More detail and insight of "Blood Chits".... Lt. Gen. Claire L. Chennault’s Flying Tigers, having cloth patches depicting the Chinese flag and some Chinese lettering sewn onto the back sides of their flight suits and A-2 jackets? Those pieces of fabric were known as rescue patches, later called “blood chits.” They identified the wearers as Americans helping China fight the Japanese and requested the Chinese people to assist them. They represented a pass to safety for those who crashed or bailed out in areas occupied by the enemy. Blood chits were not only cloth patches. They also were cards or sometimes letters with a promise of reward directed to anyone who would assist a downed flier. In the early days of World War II, the British routinely issued blood chits to their aircrews, including several types in 1940 to fliers in Ethiopia. When the US entered the war, the American air services adopted the practice and they were eventually issued in all theaters of combat operations by all the western Allies. Blood chits were duly honored and the helpers were rewarded with money or gifts. Later, chits were printed in nearly 50 languages, including many European, North African, and Asian tongues. Not all of them contained the same statements, but all were bona fide government IOUs promising to reward those who assisted Allied airmen.

POST WWII GERMAN PARATROOPER TROPHY

Lot #389 (Sale Order 436 of 896)

Small three dimensional trophy measuring 5 1/8 inches tall of a German Fallschirmjäger wearing his full compliment of gear in smelter alloy on top of a marble base with a silvered plaque with the inscription "Zur Erinnerung Uffz-Korps 1./FschjgBtl 272" Excellent

GERMAN MOUNTAIN TROOPS GEBIRGSJAGER PITON HAMMER

Lot #390 (Sale Order 437 of 896)

WWII Piton Hammer Used by the Gebirgsjager. Produced by Stubai and is nicely marked on the handle with a waffenamt WaA103 and GJR 137 on the wooden handle to the obverse and IIV to the reverse. Total length is 11 inches WWII Piton Hammer Used by the Gebirgsjager. Produced by Stubai and is nicely marked on the handle with a waffenamt WaA103 and GJR 137 on the wooden handle to the obverse and IIV to the reverse. Total length is 11 inches During World War II the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS raised a number of mountain infantry units, identified by the edelweiss insignia worn on their sleeves and caps. These divisions were lightly equipped, with much of the transport provided by mules. They were equipped with fewer automatic weapons than regular infantry, however the MG 34 or MG 42 machine gunners were provided with more ammunition than their regular infantry counterparts. Special equipment was made for them including the G33/40 Mauser rifle based on the VZ.33 rifle. Mountain infantry participated in many campaigns, including Operations Weserübung, Silver Fox, Platinum Fox, Arctic Fox and Northern Lights. They also served in the Caucasus, the invasion of Crete, the Balkans, the Gothic Line, and the battles in the Vosges region of France.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE FLAK UNIFORM W RIBBON

Lot #391 (Sale Order 438 of 896)

Nice quality private purchase Luftwaffe blue/gray wool/rayon blend construction flight blouse with a subtle whipcord weave features a vertical four button French fly front closure with the buttons on the right front panel and small vertical slashes and corresponding, hidden button eyelets on the left front panel small fold back lapels and a lay down collar. The right breast has a nice quality, hand embroidered Luftwaffe eagle clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons, in bright silver/aluminum wire threads with bright silver/aluminum bullion accent threads on a cut-out, blue/gray, wool base. The eagle is neatly handstitched to the tunic. Award loops for four badges and a 9 place ribbon bar. The tunic has 4 pleated pockets. Nice Captain's collar tabs and shoulder boards with all original stitching to the tunic. The interior of the 4 pocket blouse is fully lined in ribbed blue/gray rayon with gray striped white rayon sleeves. The lining features a horizontal slash pocket to the left breast panel. Original dagger/sword support strap is still present. The blouse is roughly a size 42" chest. Excellent The Reichsluftwaffe was official established on February 26TH 1935 as the third branch of service of the German Armed Forces. On March 9TH 1935 the formation of the new Reichsluftwaffe was announced to the foreign press and on March 16TH conscription was reintroduced for all three branches of service. On May 21ST 1935 the Reichsluftwaffe designation was altered to Luftwaffe. The Luftwaffe flight blouse was originally introduced in early 1935 and was based on the Fliegerbluse worn earlier by, DLV, Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), personnel, a civilian forerunner of the Luftwaffe. The flight blouse remained in service through-out the war with minor modifications. Originally flight blouses for EM/NCO’s were without external pockets until regulations of May 6TH 1940 when the second pattern flight blouse with external hip pockets was introduced. Officer’s ranks version of the flight blouse was officially introduced on March 1ST 1935 and were manufactured in higher quality material and were equipped with two, external hip pockets. The Luftwaffe utilized a wide variety of pants including the evening dress pants, the standard, straight legged, long pants, drill and field pants, tapered "keilhose" pants, assorted specialized pants designed for specific branch of service personnel and both mounted on unmounted personnel’s breeches. Unmounted Officers were permitted to wear breeches similar in style to the riding breeches worn by mounted personnel but not including the dual-ply, reinforcement panel to the seat, crotch and inner thighs as found on the mounted breeches. Unmounted Officers breeches were the prescribed or optional type of pants for wear with the Service Dress, the Undress Uniform, the Reporting and the Parade dress uniforms. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Luftwaffe’s Verkaufsabteilung, (Air-Force Sales Department), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their uniforms from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase uniform items of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their uniforms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored uniforms although the price may have been restrictive. The different branches of service within the Luftwaffe were allocated a specific, identifying, waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Colors), with red being chosen for personnel serving with flak units.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RAD OBERFELDMEISTER'S TUNIC WW2

Lot #392 (Sale Order 439 of 896)

Nice quality, 1939 pattern, earth brown wool/rayon blend tunic with a fine whipcord weave. Tunic features a seven button front closure with a chocolate brown collar. Tunic has two pleated patch breast pockets with straight edged button down flaps and two diagonally angled slash hip pockets with forward edge curved button down flaps. Reverse vertical tail skirt vent with dual buttons to top edge. Left sleeve has a unit assignment shield hand stitched on (original stitching). Black machine woven rayon base with machine woven inverted spade head in silver/aluminum flat wire with red "174/5". Nice pair of Areitsfuhrer shoulder straps. Suburb matched pair of high quality collar tabs, with original stitching. Tunic interior fully lined in brown ribbed rayon with tan sleeves. Buttons are all the silver washed pebbled type and most retain all of their silver wash. Buttons look to be original stitching. Tunic in overall excellent condition, roughly size 40" chest. Nice tunic! The basis of the Reichsarbeitsdienst (National Labor Service) dates back, at least, to 1929 with the formation of the AAD (Anhalt Arbeitsdienst) and the FAD-B (Freiwillingen Arbeitsdienst-Bayern). Shortly after Hitler’s appointment as Chancellor, (February 1933) the NSDAP consolidated these, and other labor organizations into the NSAD (Nationalsozialist Arbeitsdienst) a national labor service. In June 1935 the NSAD was re-designated RAD. On its inception RAD personnel retained the previously used NSAD uniform.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HEER EM/NCO'S DRILL TUNIC WW2

Lot #393 (Sale Order 440 of 896)

Natural, unbleached off-white cotton construction tunic with an HBT weave features a vertical five button front closure with a single metal hook and eye at the neckline. The tunic has two non-pleated patch front pockets. The tunic has straight cut non-adjustable sleeves and a lay down collar. The tunic has no insignia as per regulations. The tunic is roughly size 32" chest. HBT, (Herring Bone Twill), uniforms were originally introduced on April 1ST 1933 to be utilized as a drill uniform and save wear and tear on the service uniform and field blouse. Regulations prescribed that the drill uniform was the basic uniform to worn by all new recruits for most daily functions. Originally the drill uniforms were constructed in natural, unbleached cotton with an HBT weave that proved especially durable but impractical due to easy soiling. On February 12TH 1940 the color of the drill uniforms was altered to a more practical reed green coloration. When utilized as a drill tunic the garments were issued with no insignia with only EM/NCO sleeve rank and collar trim insignia applied to donate the wearers rank. The drill uniforms were utilized for the duration of the war with minor modifications and in early 1942 a modified drill tunic was introduced for wear as a summer combat field blouse, and followed the basic modifications of the standard issue field blouse through-out the war.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PHOTO POSTCARDS SA HEER LUFTWAFFE

Lot #394 (Sale Order 441 of 896)

WWII Nazi German photo lot of 44 mostly photo postcards of all branches of service including 1) 5 political organizations photos such as SA NSKK AND RAD 2) 27 Wehrmacht photos with mostly studio shots and one POW show with several guys wearing assault wrappers and other shots Heer troops wearing helmets. 3) 10 Luftwaffe studio shots of EM NCO and Officers 4) 1 Kriegsmarine studio show with medical insignia.

WWII JAP BRITISH GERMAN RECOGNITION MODEL PLANES

Lot #395 (Sale Order 442 of 896)

WWII Army Air Corps aircraft silhouette models made of heavy black cardboard. Issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces Aircraft Identification Section in early 1943 to train aircraft spotters. Each is in a manila envelope bearing the name and model of the aircraft, the AAF reference number specific to that model, and a paragraph each on "General Purpose & Description" and "Assembly Instructions". Also included is the country in whose service the aircraft is being flown: Britain, Germany, Japan, or the United States. For U.S. aircraft, the branch of service (AAF, US Army, or US Navy) is also specified. ID silhouette model airplane lot of 5 US and British planes including 1) 1/72 scale BR Wellington British Heavy Bomber still in original envelope measuring 14 1/2 X 22 1/2 inches with the model being NOS. The Vickers Wellington was a British twin-engined, long-range medium bomber. It was designed during the mid-1930s at Brooklands in Weybridge, Surrey. Led by Vickers-Armstrongs' chief designer Rex Pierson; a key feature of the aircraft is its geodetic airframe fuselage structure, which was principally designed by Barnes Wallis. Development had been started in response to Air Ministry Specification B.9/32, issued in the middle of 1932, for a bomber for the Royal Air Force. This specification called for a twin-engined day bomber capable of delivering higher performance than any previous design. Other aircraft developed to the same specification include the Armstrong Whitworth Whitley and the Handley Page Hampden. During the development process, performance requirements such as for the tare weight changed substantially, and the engine used was not the one originally intended. The Wellington was used as a night bomber in the early years of the Second World War, performing as one of the principal bombers used by Bomber Command. During 1943, it started to be superseded as a bomber by the larger four-engined "heavies" such as the Avro Lancaster. The Wellington continued to serve throughout the war in other duties, particularly as an anti-submarine aircraft. It holds the distinction of having been the only British bomber that was produced for the duration of the war, and of having been produced in a greater quantity than any other British-built bomber. The Wellington remained as first-line equipment when the war ended, although it had been increasingly relegated to secondary roles. The Wellington was one of two bombers named after Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, the other being the Vickers Wellesley. A larger heavy bomber aircraft designed to Specification B.1/35, the Vickers Warwick, was developed in parallel with the Wellington; the two aircraft shared around 85% of their structural components. Many elements of the Wellington were also re-used in a civil derivative, the Vickers VC.1 Viking. 2) 1/72 scale German Luftwaffe FW 200 Heavy Bomber still in original envelope measuring 14 1/2 X 22 1/2 inches. with the model being NOS.Design and development. The Fw 200 resulted from a proposal by Kurt Tank of Focke-Wulf to Dr. Rudolf Stuessel of Deutsche Lufthansa to develop a landplane to carry passengers across the Atlantic Ocean to the US. At the time, it was an unusual concept because airlines used seaplanes on long over-water routes. To fly long distances economically, the Fw 200 was designed to cruise at an altitude of over 3,000 m (9,800 ft) - as high as possible without a pressurized cabin. Existing airliners were designed to cruise at altitudes below 1,500 m (5,000 ft). The Fw 200 was briefly the world's most modern airliner, until other high-altitude airliners started operating: the Boeing 307 in 1940 and the Douglas DC-4 in 1942. The designation "Condor" was chosen because, like the condor bird, the Fw 200 had a very long wingspan relative to other planes of its era, to facilitate then high-altitude flight. Deutsche Lufthansa issued a specification in June 1936 after discussions between Tank, Dr. Stüssel and Carl August von Gablenz. The plane was designed by Ludwig Mittelhuber with Wilhelm Bansemir as project director. The first prototype, the Fw 200 V1, made its first flight after just over one year of development on 27 July 1937 with Tank at the controls. It was an all-metal, four-engined monoplane powered by four American 875 hp Pratt & Whitney Hornet radial engines, and intended to carry 26 passengers in two cabins for up to 3,000 km (1,860 mi). Two further prototypes were powered by German 720 hp BMW 132G-1 radials. The Japanese Navy requested a military version of the Fw 200 for search and patrol duties, so Tank designed the Fw 200 V10 with military equipment. This Fw 200 was held in Germany because war had broken out in Europe by that time. This aircraft became the basis for all later military models used by the Luftwaffe. To adapt it for wartime service, hardpoints were added to the wings for bombs, the fuselage was strengthened and extended to create more space.

WW2 US JAP BRITISH GERMAN RECOGNITION MODEL PLANES

Lot #396 (Sale Order 443 of 896)

WWII Army Air Corps aircraft silhouette models made of heavy black cardboard. Issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces Aircraft Identification Section in early 1943 to train aircraft spotters. Each is in a manila envelope bearing the name and model of the aircraft, the AAF reference number specific to that model, and a paragraph each on "General Purpose & Description" and "Assembly Instructions". Also included is the country in whose service the aircraft is being flown: Britain, Germany, Japan, or the United States. For U.S. aircraft, the branch of service (AAF, US Army, or US Navy) is also specified. ID silhouette model airplane lot of 5 US and British planes including 1) Personnel Transport British Flamingo that is 1/72 scale and made in 1943 and is new old stock. Design and development. The Flamingo was a twin-engined civil airliner designed by de Havilland, led by their chief designer R. E. Bishop, and was the first all-metal stressed-skin aircraft built by de Havilland; only the control surfaces were fabric covered. It was powered by two 890 hp Bristol Perseus XIIIC air-cooled radial engines driving three-bladed D.H hydromatic variable-pitch propellers. Two pilots were seated side by side with a radio operator behind them in the cockpit, with the cabin accommodating 12–17 passengers. It had a retractable undercarriage, slotted flaps, and was considered a highly promising sales prospect for the company, capable of competing with the American Douglas DC-3 and Lockheed Model 10 Electra. The first prototype flew on 22 December 1938. Powered by 890 hp (660 kW) Bristol Perseus engines, it had a maximum weight takeoff in 750 ft (230 m) and the ability to maintain height or climb at 120 mph (190 km/h) on a single engine. Testing was successful, with the Flamingo being granted a certificate of airworthiness on 30 June 1939, with an initial production run of twenty aircraft being laid down. A single military transport variant was built to Specification 19/39 as the DH.95 Hertfordshire. It had oval cabin windows instead of rectangular ones, and seating for 22 soldiers. A proposed order for 40 was cancelled to leave de Havillands free to produce Tiger Moth trainers. The sole Hertfordshire crashed with the loss of 11 lives at Mill Hill, Hertfordshire on 23 October 1940, apparently due to jamming of the elevator. 2) Reconnaissance German Luftwaffe Hs-126 1/72 scale and made in 1943 and is new old stock. Development. The first prototype was not entirely up to Luftwaffe standards; it was followed by two more development planes equipped with different engines. Following the third prototype, ten pre-production planes were built in 1937. The Hs 126 entered service in 1938 after operational evaluation with the Legion Condor contingent to the Spanish Civil War. 3) USAAF Light Bomber A-20-A Havoc. Design and development. In March 1936, a design team headed by Donald Douglas, Jack Northrop, and Ed Heinemann produced a proposal for a bomber-reconnaissance aircraft powered by a pair of 450 hp (340 kW) Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior radial engines mounted on a shoulder wing. It was estimated to be capable of 250 mph (400 km/h) with a 680 lb (310 kg) bomb load. Reports of aircraft performance from the Spanish Civil War indicated that this design would be seriously underpowered, and it was canceled. In 1937, the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC) issued a new specification for an attack aircraft. To meet this requirement, the Douglas team, now headed by Heinemann, developed the Model 7B, with a similar layout to the 7A, but was powered by 1,100 hp (820 kW) Pratt & Whitney R-1830-S3C3-G Twin Wasp engines, and carried a heavier bombload (up to 2,000 lb (910 kg)). It faced competition from the North American NA-40, Stearman X-100, Martin 167F, and an unbuilt design from Bell Aircraft, the Model 9. The Air Corps invited all five companies to build prototypes at their own expense and to submit sealed bids for production of their aircraft. The prototype Model 7B made its first flight on 26 October 1938. The model attracted the attention of a French Purchasing Commission visiting the United States. The French discreetly participated in the flight trials, so as not to attract criticism from American isolationists. The Model 7B crashed on 23 January 1939 while demonstrating single-engine performance, killing the test pilot and seriously injuring a French observer aboard the aircraft. The presence of a foreigner on a test flight for an aircraft still under development caused a scandal in the press. Despite the crash, the French were impressed enough to place an order for 100 production aircraft on 15 February 1939, following this up with an order for 170 more in October 1939. As a result of the French order, Heinemann carried out another major redesign of the aircraft. While the design's wings were largely unchanged, the revised design had a new deeper but narrower fuselage, which accommodated a crew of three, a pilot, bombardier and a gunn

WWII JAPANESE & GERMAN RECOGNITION MODEL PLANES

Lot #397 (Sale Order 444 of 896)

WWII Army Air Corps aircraft silhouette models made of heavy black cardboard. Issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces Aircraft Identification Section in early 1943 to train aircraft spotters. Each is in a manila envelope bearing the name and model of the aircraft, the AAF reference number specific to that model, and a paragraph each on "General Purpose & Description" and "Assembly Instructions". Also included is the country in whose service the aircraft is being flown: Britain, Germany, Japan, or the United States. For U.S. aircraft, the branch of service (AAF, US Army, or US Navy) is also specified. ID silhouette model airplane lot of 5 US and British planes including 1) German Luftwaffe Heinkel HE-113 in 1/72 scale and model NOS. Development In 1940, Nazi Minister of Propaganda Joseph Goebbels publicized the fact that a new fighter was entering service with the Luftwaffe. The plan involved taking pictures of Heinkel He 100 D-1s at different air bases around Germany, each time sporting a new paint job for various fictional fighter groups. The pictures were then published in the press with the He 113 name, sometimes billed as night fighters (even though they did not even have a landing light). The aircraft also appeared in a series of "action shot" photographs in various magazines such as Der Adler, including claims that it had proven itself in combat in Denmark and Norway. One source claims that the aircraft were on loan to the one Luftwaffe Staffel in Norway for a time, but this might be a case of the same misinformation working many years later. It is unclear even today exactly who this effort was intended to impress—foreign air forces or Germany's public—but it seems to have been a successful deception. British intelligence featured the aircraft in AIR 40/237, a report on the Luftwaffe that was completed in 1940. There the top speed was listed as 628 km/h (390 mph). It also states the wing was 15.5 m² (167 ft²) and it noted that the aircraft was in production. Reports of 113s encountered and shot down were listed throughout the early years of the war. 2) German Luftwaffe Dive Bomber JU-87B and is 1/72 scale and was made in 1943 and is NOS. The Junkers Ju 87 or Stuka (from Sturzkampfflugzeug, "dive bomber") was a German dive bomber and ground-attack aircraft. Designed by Hermann Pohlmann, it first flew in 1935. The Ju 87 made its combat debut in 1937 with the Luftwaffe's Condor Legion during the Spanish Civil War and served the Axis forces in World War II. The aircraft is easily recognizable by its inverted gull wings and fixed spatted undercarriage. Upon the leading edges of its faired main gear legs were mounted the Jericho-Trompete (Jericho trumpet) wailing sirens, becoming the propaganda symbol of German air power and the so-called Blitzkrieg victories of 1939–1942. The Stuka's design included several innovations, including automatic pull-up dive brakes under both wings to ensure that the aircraft recovered from its attack dive even if the pilot blacked out from the high g-forces. The Ju 87 operated with considerable success in close air support and anti-shipping at the outbreak of World War II. It led air assaults in the invasion of Poland in September 1939. Stukas were critical to the rapid conquest of Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium and France in 1940. Though sturdy, accurate, and very effective against ground targets, the Stuka was, like many other dive bombers of the period, vulnerable to fighter aircraft. During the Battle of Britain, its lack of maneuverability, speed and defensive armament meant that it required a heavy fighter escort to operate effectively. After the Battle of Britain, the Stuka was used in the Balkans Campaign, the African and Mediterranean theatres and the early stages of the Eastern Front, where it was used for general ground support, as an effective specialized anti-tank aircraft and in an anti-shipping role. Once the Luftwaffe lost air superiority, the Stuka became an easy target for enemy fighter aircraft. It was produced until 1944 for lack of a better replacement. By 1945 ground-attack versions of the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 had largely replaced the Ju 87, but it remained in service until the end of the war. An estimated 6,500 Ju 87s of all versions were built between 1936 and August 1944. 3) German Luftwaffe Fighter FW-190 in 1/72 scale and was made in 1943 and is NOS. The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 (nicknamed Würger; English: Shrike) is a German single-seat, single-engine fighter aircraft designed by Kurt Tank at Focke-Wulf in the late 1930s and widely used during World War II. Along with its well-known counterpart, the Messerschmitt Bf 109, the Fw 190 became the backbone of the Jagdwaffe (Fighter Force) of the Luftwaffe. The twin-row BMW 801 radial engine that powered most operational versions enabled the Fw 190 to lift larger loads than the Bf 109, allowing its use as a day fighter, fighter-bomber, ground-attack aircraft and to a lesser degree, night fighter.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NAMED RAD DAGGER BY KREBS WW2

Lot #398 (Sale Order 445 of 896)

Broad, 24.5cm long drop forged steel nickel/silver plated Bowie style blade with narrow fuller and false edge. Blade shows moderate buffing and scabbard runners. Obverse blade features the acid etched RAD motto, "Arbeit adelt" (Work Ennobles) in Gothic script. Reverse ricasso is well marked with acid etched "RADJ" inspection mark in an inverted triangle above script "Ges. Gesch." indicating Gesetzlich Geschützt (Protected by Law) and manufacturers name and logo. Logo features dual vertical ovals encompassing a stylized crown and "K", with manufacturers name "Carl Jul. Krebs Solingen", in between the dual ovals. Nickel/silver plated single cross guard, bolster, and pommel all intact with the pommel being in the form of a stylized eagle’s head. Natural stag grips held in place by two countersunk screw headed bolts. Magnetic sheet metal scabbard has nickel/silver plated fittings to both top and bottom. Top fitting features an ornate, impressed Celtic style swirl pattern with horizontal ribbing and downward pointed tip. Top fitting also has an extended vertical bar for the hewer hangers. Bottom fitting features an impressed RAD emblem of a spade head with canted swastika flanked by sheaf's of wheat. Spade head has a horizontal ribbed background field and fitting has an upward pointed tip. Shows the expected age and use. Very Good. Introduced in August 1934 for wear by ranks of Truppführer, (Corporal), and above in the Reichs Arbeits Dienst, (National Labor Service). In 1937 a Leader’s dagger was introduced and the hewer was only worn by RAD Unterführen (EM/NCO’s).

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS M33 DAGGER NUMBERED BY KLASS

Lot #399 (Sale Order 446 of 896)

Early, (circa 1933-34), nice quality dagger features a roughly, 22cm long, double edged, drop forged steel construction, nickel/silver plated blade with a low central ridge. The nickel/silver plated blade shows sharpening and has been tipped and polished. The obverse of the blade has a nice, deep, well defined acid etched motto, "Meine Ehre Heißt Treue", (My Honor is Loyalty). The reverse of the blade has a well defined acid etched manufacturers logo, name Robert Klaas and location Solingen. The dagger comes with a solid nickel/silver cross guard, pommel and tang nut and a carved ebony grip that shows minimal wear. The reverse of the cross guard is well marked with stamped Roman numeral, "III" and is also numbered 261287. Of Note: It is alleged that the Roman numeral marking signifies this dagger was an issue item as opposed to a private purchase item. The grip has a flush, inset, solid nickel/silver national eagle and nickel/silver and enameled runic SS button nicely fit in place. The dagger comes with a black painted, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. The scabbard retains about 90% of its black finish. Both the top and bottom scabbard fittings retain both of their dome headed retaining screws (one missing) and the top fitting has the hanger suspension ring and loop intact. Excellent The SS M33 service dagger was introduced on December 15TH 1933 for wear by all full SS members, regardless of rank. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was based on the traditional 16TH century Swiss "Holbein" hunting dagger as was being utilized for the SA personnel’s dagger with a different coloration and insignia. The daggers were bestowed annually to newly accepted SS members at 10:00pm on the anniversary of the unsuccessful Beer Hall Putsch, (November 9TH), in front of the Feldherrnhalle in Munich. Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality solid nickel/silver fittings until roughly early 1937 when the scabbards began to have a painted finish and cheaper nickel/silver plated fittings replaced the earlier solid nickel/silver fittings in 1938. Of Note: During the course of the Third Reich there were five distinct SS daggers introduced starting with the M33 dagger in 1933, the Röhm inscription, the Himmler dedication and the SS Honor dagger in 1934 and the M36 dagger in August 1936. Of Note: The RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster), was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Starting in late 1934 items manufactured for the SS came under the quality control of the RZM and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: In 1943 the Waffen-SS assumed full control over production of their items, including edged weapons and production no longer fell under the authority of the RZM.

WWII NAZI SS POLICE NCO SWORD BY EICKHORN WW2

Lot #400 (Sale Order 447 of 896)

This SS Police Officer's Degen is in an untouched as found condition and SS Runic marked on the scabbard and also the gaurd. It is a nickel-plated type. The pommel cap is still nice and crisp having no signs of ever having been turned. This cap shows some minor age to the plating but should clean up to be in near perfect condition. The “D” guard runs through the crossguard ending in a teardrop quillon. The lower ferrule has the six standing oak leaves which are separated by acorns. The ebony grip is in choice condition throughout. The grip has no chips or problems. Inset into the center area is an NCO style aluminum police eagle. This eagle is in fine condition showing very little wear. All details are crisp throughout the eagle’s head, breast feathering, wing feathering, legs, talons and surrounding wreath. The wreath around the swastika shows a little bit of wear as does the swastika but these two features are still good. The scabbard of this piece has been repainted a long time ago and has a couple of minor dents. The upper scabbard mount has a good Wotan’s web design. The original darkening in the backgrounds is thinning a little bit on the reverse probably from rubbing against the originally worn hanger. The obverse however, still has about 98% of the original darkening with a nice pebbled background visible throughout. This mount is deeply stamped with the SS Kulturzeichen marking. The mount is retained by two domehead steel screws, one in each of the lower loop areas. The blade of this example is 33 inches in length and maker marked to Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. It is the usual matte finished type and appears to be in very nice condition. The original buff leather washer is in place.

WWII NAZI GERMAN OFFICER'S M35 DRESS TUNIC WW2

Lot #401 (Sale Order 448 of 896)

High quality, private purchase, field-gray wool/tricot blend construction M35 dress tunic features a vertical, eight button front closure with dual metal hooks and eyes positioned at the forward neckline and a lay down, blue/green badge cloth collar. Collar tabs and shoulder straps are original period stitching. Shoulder straps are the rank of Lieutenant of the 66th Infantry. High quality breast eagle has been hand sewn to the tunic. Buttons are original stitching. The tunic is roughly a size 36" chest. The M35 dress tunic was introduced for wear by all ranks on June 29TH 1935 as the walking out, parade and ceremonial dress with the piped, stone grey long pants. The design of the M35 dress tunic was based on the Imperial German army’s service tunic but was a different color and generally of much higher quality. Originally all personnel were issued two M35 dress tunics but manufacture was discontinued in late 1939 or early 1940 and was to be reinstated at the successful conclusion of the war. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 stated that the M35 dress tunics that were no longer suitable for dress wear were to be modified and reissued to personnel of the replacement and reserve units for every day wear. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their uniforms from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase garments of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their uniforms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored uniforms although the price may have been restrictive.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PANZER OFFICER M36 TUNIC WW2

Lot #402 (Sale Order 449 of 896)

Nice quality, private purchase, field-gray wool/rayon blend construction tunic with a subtle gaberdine weave. The tunic features a vertical, six button front closure with a metal hook and eye at the neck. The tunic has four, pleated, front pockets with scalloped button down flaps. The right breast has a hand embroidered breast eagle in bright silver/aluminum wire and bullion threads with green accent threads, on a cut-out, dark blue/green badge cloth base. The eagle is neatly handstitched to tunic. The left breast has awards loops for one award. The straight cut, non-adjustable sleeves have deep, turned up French cuffs which are tacked into the upright position. The reverse of the tunic has a central, vertical tail skirt vent. The tunic has sewn on shoulder boards of silver/aluminum Russian braid to each on a pink wool waffenfarbe base. The shoulder board retaining buttons are intact. The tunic has a lay down, blue/green badge cloth collar with the typical zig-zag reinforcement stitching to the reverse. The collar features hand embroidered collar tabs in matte silver/aluminum wire threads with twisted pink rayon branch of service stripes. The collar tabs are mounted on blue/green badge cloth bases which show through as the center stripe. The collar tabs are neatly machine stitched to the collar. The interior of the tunic is fully lined in gray rayon. The buttons are all the field-gray painted, pebbled, magnetic sheet metal type. The tunic is roughly a size 38" chest. Excellent The Officer’s service tunic followed the basic design of the EM/NCO’s field blouse with the most readily visible difference, besides the insignia, being the turned up French cuffs. Officer’s were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and were allotted a clothing allowance. Generally speaking officers bought nice quality, private purchase, uniform items but they could also choose to buy their uniforms directly from the military clothing depots. With the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War in July 1936 the Germans supported the fascist Nationalist Generalissimo Francisco Franco against the communist allied Republican party. The German support consisted of assorted field equipment and weapons, the Imker-Gruppe, (Beekeeper Group), of ground personnel which included the Drohne-Gruppe, (Drone Group), of Panzer units and a group of Luftwaffe volunteers designated as the Condor Legion. The participation in this conflict enabled the Germans to test their fledgling armed forces and by rotating personnel gave them a core of troops with actual combat experience. At the conclusion of the Spanish Civil war in April 1939 and the return of German personnel to Germany General Walther von Brauchitsch awarded a commemorative cufftitle to the ground personnel who has served with the Panzerlehr-Regiment, (Armored Demonstration Regiment), the Nachrichten-Lehr-Abteilung, (Signals Demonstartion Battalion), and the Versuchsabteilung, (Experimental Battalion). Allegedly von Brauchitsch bestowed the first cufftitles at Döberitz on June 3RD 1939 although the official introduction order wasn’t released until June 21ST 1939. The Panzerlehr-Regiment had consisted of three Battalions and it is believed that only the 1ST Battalion, were accorded the honor of wearing the cufftitle. The cufftitle was to be worn on the lower right sleeve of the dress tunic the ornamented field blouse and the greatcoat for walking-out and parade dress. Of Note: On May 30TH 1939 the Luftwaffe contingent returned to Germany from Spain and were received by Hermann Göring who bestowed the commemorative "Legion Condor" cufftitle on personnel who had served with Kampfgeschwader 53, (Bomber Wing 53), Flakregiment 9, (Anti-aircraft Regiment 9), and Luftnachrichtenregiment 3, (Air Signals Regiment 3). Interestingly as with the "1936 Spanien 1939" cufftitle, the official introductory order wasn’t issue until June 12TH 1939 after the first cufftitles had already been bestowed.

WWII NAZI GERMAN BELT BUCKLE LOT DAF HJ HEER WW2

Lot #402a (Sale Order 450 of 896)

Lot of three Nazi German Belt Buckles to include 1) DAF BELT BUCKLE. Die stamped, natural aluminum, box buckle features a plain field with a high relief, embossed fourteen tooth cogwheel encompassing a canted swastika to center. Buckle also has a small embossed circular bead to each corner. Reverse with buckle catch, prong bar, and prongs all intact. Buckle has an embossed RZM logo with dual circular borders and manufacturers code "M4/39" indicating manufacture by, F. W. Assmann & Söhne Lüdenscheid. Scarce catch type. With the dissolution of all Free Trade Unions in Germany in May 1933 the Deutsche Arbeitsfront, (German Labor Front), was established to replace the unions and to educate the workers in industry and commerce for smooth and efficient operation of all labor in the Third Reich. In October 1934 the DAF was given official status as a sub-section of the NSDAP and in March 1936 it was recognized as an independent NSDAP affiliated association and granted control of its own monetary budget. In 1934 the first pattern of DAF uniform was introduced for DAF Werkscharen, (Work Squads), and a belt buckle was introduced in late 1935 for wear by all ranks. 2) HJ MEMBER'S BELT BUCKLE. Die struck steel, box buckle with a nickel/silver plated finish. The buckle features a smooth outer field with a central embossed HJ style national eagle, with down-swept wings, clutching an HJ diamond on a slightly pebbled background field. The eagle is encompassed by a circular ribbed background border with a simulated twisted rope trim to both the inner and outer edges. The circular border has embossed Gothic scripted HJ motto to the top, "Blut und Ehre", (Blood and Honor). The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse. The reverse has a brazed on buckle catch is missing, but the prong bar and prongs are all intact. Marked "RZM" KH28. 3) REICHSWEHR EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE. A 43mm, die stamped, two piece, aluminum construction, box buckle features a pebbled outer field with a high relief, embossed, Weimar style, national eagle with down-swept wings, to the slightly domed, smooth finished, center, encompassed by a laurel leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God With Us), to the top. The laurel leaf cluster and script are on a ribbed background and are encircled by both an inner and outer simulated twisted rope border. The reverse has a central, smooth, panel with a stamped, raised, semi-circular buckle catch, a sheet metal prong bar and prongs all intact.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY DAGGER BY E.F. HORSTER WW2

Lot #403 (Sale Order 451 of 896)

The dagger features a roughly 26cm long drop forged steel construction nickel/silver plated stiletto style blade with a flat central ridge. The blade is in overall near mint condition and most of the original cross-graining is still visible. The reverse ricasso is well marked with the acid etched manufacturers logo and script. The logo consists of a vertically oval cartouche with the manufacturers name and location, "E.E. HÖRSTER Solingen". The original brown leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a cast alloy nickel/silver plated cross guard, ferrule and pommel. The obverse cross guard features the embossed army eagle with outstretched wings and a plain reverse. The ferrule and pommel both feature embossed repeating oak-leaf patterns. The dagger has a molded burnt orange celluloid grip with the correct diagonally angled ribbing. The dagger comes with its original tooled magnetic sheet metal nickel/silver plated scabbard with a random pebbled pattern to both the obverse and reverse and smooth side panels. The nickel/silver plating to the scabbard minor tarnish but overall near mint. Both of the sweated on scabbard bands with a repeating horizontally embossed oak-leave pattern and the hanger suspension rings are intact. Throat retaining screw is also intact. Traditionally German Army Officer’s had worn a saber as part of the uniform dress and this tradition was carried on through the Weimar era and on into the Third Reich. In an attempt to build morale and curry favor within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with the walking out dress, and retained the saber for wear on more formal occasions. The dress dagger was designed by Berlin graphic artist Paul Casberg and was officially approved for wear on May 4TH 1935 along with specifically styled dagger hangers and a new pattern portepee. Production of the dress dagger was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943 and further wear of the dress dagger was prohibited by order of September 5TH 1944. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that officer ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the dress dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARTILLERY OFFICER’S VISOR CAP WW2

Lot #404 (Sale Order 452 of 896)

Private purchase visor cap with a field-gray doeskin wool construction body and crown and a dark green wool center band with carmine wool waffenfarbe piping to the crown edge and the top and bottom edges of the center band. The front center of the cap has a silver washed stamped aluminum second pattern national eagle. The front center of the center band has a hand embroidered oak-leaf wreath encompassing a three piece high relief national tri-color cockade. The cap has a silver bullion chinstrap. The chinstrap is secured to the cap by two small pebbled silver metal buttons. The cap has an extended forward black lacquered vulcanfibre visor with a subtly raised lip near the forward edge. The interior of the cap is fully lined in gold rayon. Nice complete sweat shield with makers logo Erel Sonderklasse. The interior of the cap also has a wide leather sweatband which is complete and in nice condition. The cap is roughly size 58. Excellent Visor caps were a standard item for all Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces), personnel during the Third Reich period, (Circa 1933-1945), and regulations dictated the form of dress they were to be worn with based on the individual’s rank. Originally the insignia worn on the visor caps consisted of the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), era, pattern oak-leaf wreath and cockade and a blackened leather chinstrap for all ranks. In February 1927 new chin cords for Officer’s ranks were introduced with silver cords for the company and field grade officer’s ranks of Leutnant to Oberst and gilt cords for the ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall. On March 14TH 1933 the Reichswehr’s oval black, red and gold cockade was replaced with a circular cockade in black, white, and red and on February 17TH 1934 the Third Reich pattern national eagle for the army was officially introduced for wear on the visor cap. In March 1935 a new, more detailed, pattern wreath and cockade and a second, larger pattern national eagle were also introduced for wear and in late 1935 regulations altered the Reichswehr era field-grey colored centerband to a dark blue/green coloration which was utilized until the end of the war. Further regulations of February 26TH 1936 also permitted senior NCO’s who were Officer Candidates to wear the Officer’s twisted, silver/aluminum chin cord on their visor caps as opposed to the standard EM/NCO’s leather chinstrap. The different branches of service within the army were allocated a specific, identifying, waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), with bright red being chosen for Artillerie, (Artillery), personnel which was displayed as piping on the visor cap for EM/NCO’s and Company and Field grade officers. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSKK M33 DAGGER BY KOBER WW2

Lot #405 (Sale Order 453 of 896)

Roughly, 22cm long, double edged, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge. The blade shows the expected scabbard runner marks with some of the original cross-graining is still visible. The obverse of the blade has the acid etched Sütterlin script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All for Germany), which is crisp and well defined and has a darkened burnished finish to the lettering. Nicely maker marked to "Wilh. Kober & Co. SUHL Gegr. 1874". The dagger has a nicely formed walnut grip which has a nice snug fit to both the top and bottom fittings. The grip has a early nickle/silver national eagle and an enameled and nickel/silver plated runic SA button, which are both nicely set into the grip. The nickel/silver cross guard, pommel, and tang nut are all in nice condition. The dagger comes complete with its original magnetic sheet metal scabbard. The scabbard retains about 60% of its black paint. The solid nickel/silver scabbard fittings are all in excellent condition. One of the four dome headed fitting retaining screws is intact. The top fitting retains its hanger suspension loop and ring. The weight and balance of the scabbard would seem to indicate it still has its original internal lead counterweight insert intact. The solid nickel crossguards have minor wear throughout. The lower-reverse crossguard is marked "Th" (Thuringen). Very Good The development of the NSKK, "National Sozialistisches Kraftfahr Korps" (National Socialist Motor Corps), can be traced back to 1923 when the SA introduced a "Kraftfahr Abteilung" (Motor Section) to transport personnel as required. In 1928 the SA Motor section was expanded to "Kraftfahrstaffeln" (Motor Squadrons). In an attempt to create a national motor corps, the NSAK, "National Sozialistisches Automobil Korps" (National Socialist Automobile Corps), was formed in April of 1930 as an NSDAP auxiliary organization subordinate to the SA. In early 1931 Adolf Hühnlein was appointed as Chief of the NSAK and proposed a name change to NSKK, which was officially accepted in April of 1931. Still subordinate to the SA in 1933 when the SA dagger was introduced, the NSKK also adopted the dagger shortly after its introduction. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and its design was based on the traditional 16th century Swiss "Holbein" dagger. In May of 1936 Korpsführer Hühnlein decreed the NSKK dagger scabbards were to be finished in black to differentiate them from the SA dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PARATROOPER GRAVITY KNIFE BY SMF

Lot #406 (Sale Order 454 of 896)

WWII German Fallschirmjager gravity knife, maker marked SMF Solingen. The spring has been replaced as seen in the photos. Blade is in very good condition with one small nick. Mechanically very good. Overall very good condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN INSIGNIA LOT LUFTWAFFE NSDAP DRK

Lot #406a (Sale Order 455 of 896)

WWII Nazi German insignia to include 1) CUT FROM THE CAP EM/NCO'S OVERSEAS/M43 CAP EAGLE & COCKADE. Luftwaffe M43 cap this machine embroidered, second pattern, (Circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle, clutching a canted swastika in one talon, in silvery/gray rayon threads, mounted on a cut-out, National tri-color cockade in black, red and white cotton threads on a Luftwaffe blue/gray wool. Clearly to the reverse this set of insignia has been cut from the cap still retaining part of the M43. The Luftwaffe pattern national eagle was originally introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft, (Pilot Base), personnel of the DLV, Deutscher Luftsportsverband, (German Air Sports Association), the clandestine, civilian, forerunner of the Luftwaffe on August 18TH 1934 and was officially adopted for wear by all Luftwaffe personnel on March 1ST 1935. The original first pattern national eagle was utilized until a, slightly modified, second pattern national eagle was introduced in late 1936 or early 1937. Regulations dictated that the national eagle was to be worn on almost all headgear and on the right breast of almost all uniforms with a few minor exceptions. Officer’s ranks generally utilized hand embroidered breast eagles as opposed to the machine embroidered breast eagles as utilized by EM/NCO ranks. Of Note: Machine woven and even metal alloy national eagles were also utilized in limited quantities. Also Of Note: Officer holding ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall and Reichsmarschall Göring utilized gold colored accoutrements including breast eagles as opposed to the silver versions worn by all other ranks. 2) DRK PERSONNEL'S DUTY ARMBAND. A 10cm x 34cm, white cotton armband, upon which is machine woven a red Balkan cross. Its vertical seam is to the reverse. Excellent condition. The DRK, "Deutsches Rotes Kreuz" (German Red Cross), a voluntary civil assistance organization originally instituted in 1864, was officially acknowledged by the Geneva Convention in 1929. In December 1937 it gained status as a legally recognized organization by the NSDAP. As with other essential services in Third Reich Germany, it came under control of the NSDAP in late 1938 under the auspices of the Ministry of the Interior’s Social Welfare Organization. 3) NSDAP MOTHER'S CROSS IN SILVER. Second pattern, two piece, stamped tombac award with a Silver wash and blue and white enamel work. Award in the form of a Christian cross with outward fluted arms in semi-translucent blue enamel with white enamel border. Cross has a raised sunburst pattern emanating between its arms. Separate central circular field with white enamel base and black static swastika, encompassed by a circular border with embossed Latin script, "Der Deutschen Mutter", (The German Mother). Reverse has impressed simulated handwritten script, "16 Dezember 1938", and facsimile Hitler signature. Original ribbon is also included.The Mother’s Cross was introduced by Adolf Hitler on December 16TH 1938 as part of a large propaganda campaign aimed at increasing the birth rate. The award was officially designated, Honor Cross of the German Mother, and was instituted in three grades to recognize and reward child bearing German females. The three grades consisted of the bronze cross for bearing four or five children, the silver cross for bearing six or seven children and the gold cross for bearing eight or more children. Criteria for the award included that the parents be of pure German blood, and that the mother was worthy of such an honor. On its introduction the cross had the impressed inscription to reverse, "Das kind adelt die Mutter", (The child ennobles the mother), but this was inexplicably changed sometime in 1939. Bestowal of the cross was accompanied by an award certificate, a cash incentive for each child born and a miniature cross for everyday wear, with the actual cross being reserved for formal or ceremonial occasions. Of Note: Members of all youth organizations were required to salute wearers of the Mother’s Cross. 4) Reichsbund Deutscher Kleingärtner (RDK), membership badge.This is a beautiful and unusual Nazi German association membership badge for a member of the Reichsbund deutscher Kleingartner (German State Association for Gardeners) as manufactured by Frank & Reif of Stuttgart in the 1930s. The oval portion of the badge measures about 3/4 x 1 inch and is made of silver plated copper filled with dark green cloisonné. Applied to the face of the badge is a slightly wider eagle, apparently made of silver, with a swastika on its chest. There is a high quality vertical safety pin on the back. The unusual aspect of the pin (beyond that fact that few have ever seen one) is the curious spelling of the word DEUTSCHER. On this pin the word is spelled DEOTSCHER, either an antiquated or regional spelling of the word, or a mistake (very unlikely) by the diemaker! A highly desirable, rare and high quality badge.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY OFFICERS DAGGER EICKHORN

Lot #407 (Sale Order 456 of 896)

The dagger features a roughly, 26cm long, drop forged steel construction nickel/silver plated stiletto style blade with a flat central ridge and a full length including the hilt of roughly 38cm. Nice clean blade. Maker marked to "Carl Eickhorn Solingen". The original brown leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a cast alloy crossguard, ferrule, and pommel. The obverse crossguard features the embossed, army style national eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted swastika in its talons and a K engraved to the reverse. The ferrule and pommel both feature embossed repeating oak-leaf patterns. The dagger has a molded, dark orange/yellow, celluloid grip with the correct, diagonally angled ribbing. The dagger comes with its original, tooled, magnetic sheet metal construction scabbard with a random pebbled pattern to both the obverse and reverse and smooth side panels. Both of the sweated on scabbard bands with a repeating horizontally embossed oak-leaf pattern and the hanger suspension rings are intact. The single dome headed throat retaining screw is also intact. Excellent. Traditionally German Army Officers had worn a saber as part of the uniform dress and this tradition was carried on through the Weimar era, (Circa 1919-1933), Reichswehr, (National Defence {Force}), and on into the Third Reich. In an attempt to build morale and curry favor within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with the walking out dress, and retained the saber for wear on more formal occasions. The dress dagger was designed by Berlin graphic artist Paul Casberg and was officially approved for wear on May 4TH 1935 along with specifically styled dagger hangers and a new pattern portepee. The edged weapon portepees were originally introduced in the Prussian army in 1808, and continued to be worn with the Dress uniform, as a tradition and identifying item through WWI, the Weimar era and on into the Third Reich, with minor modifications. Originally designed as a functional item to secure the blade sidearm to the holder’s wrist the portepee evolved into a purely decorative accessory. The Third Reich era Officer’s dagger portepee was introduced along with the Officer’s dagger on May 4TH 1935 and was intended for wear by all Officers and Senior NCO’s with permission to wear the dagger. Of Note: Production of the dress dagger was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943 and further wear of the dress dagger and portepee was prohibited by order of September 5TH 1944. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that officer ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the dress dagger.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP NATIONAL FLAG WW2

Lot #408 (Sale Order 457 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 31 X 108 inches. To both its red fields are sewn are white disks with a separately applied mobile swastikas in black. Shows the expected period use and wear but overall very nice condition. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI ARMY DOVE HEAD OFFICER SWORD WW2

Lot #409 (Sale Order 458 of 896)

This Army Dove Head Sword is in very good condition throughout. It has a brass hilt which retains about 80% of the original gilded finish. The hilt is style with engraved oak leaves and acorns which cover the pommel, backstrap, grip tabs, and "P" guard. The crossguard features a raised Wehrmacht eagle and swastika. The reverse langet has been left plain to accept an engraved personalization. The grip is carved wood covered in black celluloid. This celluloid remains in perfect condition, wrapped with twisted brass wires; the center strand is a thicker gage to provide some visual interest.

WWII NAZI POLIZEI UN-SLOTTED STAG GRIP BAYONET WW2

Lot #410 (Sale Order 459 of 896)

Early shortened and reissued long model M98/05 Prussian police un-slotted dress bayonet. Roughly 33cm long with a bright nickel/silver plated drop forged steel blade that has full length fullers running off the tip end. Maker marked to Clemen & Jung. Nice unit markings S.B.5547. The spine of the blade has a small Prussian police acceptance stamps. The bayonet has intact ornate nickel/silver plated alloy and single upswept cross guard and stylized eagle head pommel. The obverse and part of the reverse of the cross guard have an embossed repeating oak-leaf and acorn pattern. The stylized eagle head pommel shows nicely detailed feathers, eyes, and beak. The bayonet has stag horn grips secured by two dome headed natural aluminum rivet retainers. The obverse of the grip has a stamped second pattern (circa April 1936), police eagle and wreath intact. The bayonet comes housed in its leather scabbard with a stitched central vertical spine to the reverse, and top and bottom nickel/silver plated alloy fittings. The bottom scabbard fitting has a scalloped top edge and ball tip while the top fitting has a scalloped bottom edge. Both the fittings are secured to the scabbard by a single staple type attachment. The top fitting has its extended frog lug and throat retaining screw both intact. Comes with a bayonet frog. Excellent. On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted in July 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. One of the new uniform regulations was the introduction of a standardized bayonet based on the earlier Prussian Landespolizei bayonet. The bayonet came in a un-slotted dress model and a "T" slotted service model.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA FLAG BEARER STATUE WW2

Lot #412 (Sale Order 460 of 896)

WWII Nazi German SA statue in smelter measuring 12 1/2 inches in total length including the marble base in excellent condition. The Brown shirt dressed trooper was obviously was holding a flag at one point that is now missing. Overall excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP ENAMELED SIGN W EAGLE WW2

Lot #413 (Sale Order 461 of 896)

WWII Nazi German NSDAP Standesamt or Registry office white and black enameled sign measuring 10 X 11 3/4 inches and in excellent condition with a left facing eagle clutching a wreathed mobile Swastika. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN EAGLE WHITE ENAMELED SIGN WW2

Lot #414 (Sale Order 462 of 896)

WWII Nazi German white enameled sign measuring 9 7/8 X 12 1/2 inches and in excellent condition with a right facing eagle clutching a wreathed mobile Swastika. The reverse is marked RZM Erlaubnis 1939 hersterung v. Gpmbolen Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE HEATED FLIGHT SUIT WW2

Lot #415 (Sale Order 463 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Luftwaffe heated flying suit, made of brown moleskin with integral heating coils, two diagonal Elite-zippers running from the collar to the feet, Prym snaps, and connectors on the sleeves for the gloves. Roughly a size 38R

WEIMAR & NAZI GERMAN ATHLETIC AWARD DOCUMENT GROUP

Lot #416 (Sale Order 464 of 896)

German book of athletic achievement with several documents that dates to 1924 to 1935, all named to one individual gymnast named Albert Diehl who obviously was a very good athlete. There are 18 Weimar period documents and 6 Third Reich documents as lastly 3 dated to the 1950's that are named to his daughter. Most documents are very artistically done and several being colored. They all have been placed into book form that measures 12 1/2 X 10 1/2 inches and in excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN TRANSPORT OFFICER'S VISOR CAP

Lot #417 (Sale Order 465 of 896)

Nice quality, private purchase, visor cap with a field-gray wool and rayon blend body and crown with a blue/green badge cloth centerband with light blue wool waffenfarbe piping to the crown edge and both the top and bottom edges of the centerband. The front center of the cap has a stamped, second pattern, zinc, national eagle. The front center of the centerband has a hand embroidered oak-leaf wreath in silver/aluminum wire threads encompassing a low relief, three piece, national tri-color cockade mounted on a cut-out, blue/green badge cloth base. The national tri-color cockade consists of a fluted black alloy base, a silver washed alloy roundel and an inserted red felt centerpiece. The wreath and cockade are neatly handstitched to the cap. The cap has a bright, twisted silver/aluminum chin cord which is secured in place by two, small, silver washed, pebbled, alloy buttons. The cap has a black "Crusher" leather visor with a raised lip near the forward edge. The interior of the cap is fully lined in gray/green rayon. The interior crown lining has a clear celluloid sweat diamond that's intact and is maker marked. Brown leatherette sweatband shows signs of wear but is still intact. Cap is a nice large size, roughly a 60cm. Visor caps were a standard item for all personnel during the Third Reich period and regulations dictated the form of dress they were to be worn with based on the individuals rank. Officer and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive. Originally the insignia worn on the visor caps consisted of the Weimar Reichswehr pattern oak-leaf wreath and cockade and a blackened leather chinstrap for all ranks. In February 1927 new chin cords for Officer ranks were introduced with silver cords for the ranks of Leutnant to Oberst and gilt cords for the ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall. On March 14TH 1933 the Reichswehr’s oval black, red and gold cockade was replaced with a circular cockade in black, white, and red and on February 17TH 1934 the Third Reich pattern national eagle for the army was officially introduced for wear on the visor cap. In March 1935 a new, more detailed, pattern wreath and cockade and a second, larger pattern national eagle were also introduced for wear and in late 1935 regulations altered the Reichswehr era field-grey colored centerband to a dark blue/green coloration which was utilized until the end of the war. Further regulations of February 26TH 1936 also permitted senior NCO’s who were Officer Candidates to wear the Officers twisted silver/aluminum chin cord on their visor caps as opposed to the standard EM/NCO’s leather chinstrap. The different branches of service within the army were allocated a particular identifying waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), with light blue being chosen for Transport personnel which was displayed as piping on the visor cap. Of Note: Although the Transport branch of service may sound like a mundane assignment it was of the utmost importance as they were the personnel responsible for the control of all supplies to the forward troops including all vehicle fuel, and lubricant requirements as well as ammunition, animal feed and rations.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M42 HELMET W/ LINER FROM D-DAY

Lot #418 (Sale Order 466 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction helmet retains a good portion of its factory applied field-gray paint. To each side of the helmet, the veteran who captured this helmet wrote "D-DAY" in white paint that has aged to a light yellow tint. The left side of the helmet has an Wehrmacht eagle shield decal featuring a eagle with down-swept wings, clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons on a black, shield, shaped base. The decal is retained about 75%. All three liner retaining rivets are all intact. The interior of the helmet has a M31, tan, leather liner with all eight of its original fingers and the original tie string intact. Liner and band look to be replaced at some point. The reverse, interior, neck guard apron has a stamped lot/serial number "1622", and the interior, left side apron has the stamped manufacturer’s code and size, "ET66", indicating manufacture by Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, size 66. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NATIONAL PARTY FLAG WW2

Lot #419 (Sale Order 467 of 896)

Large multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 46 x 150 inches. To both its red fields are sewn an white disks with a printed mobile swastikas in black. Shows the expected period wear but overall very nice condition. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH FLAG W/ TAG WW2

Lot #420 (Sale Order 468 of 896)

Multi-piece construction flag to either side of whose 120cm x 210cm red field is sewn a central horizontal white band against the center of which to each side are sewn approximately square white diamonds with a multi piece black mobile swastika. Stellar early HJ tag are still present on the bunting. Excellent The forerunner of the HJ, the Jungsturm Adolf Hitler, were presented with their first official flag at a NSDAP rally in Munich in January 1923. This first flag was confiscated by the Munich police after street fighting in the city shortly afterwards. In August 1929 the first official HJ flag was introduced at the NSDAP national rally in Nürnberg. This first official flag, designated "Gaufeldzeichen", was to be the forerunner of the HJ Bann flags. In October 1933 the HJ organizational flag, based on the pattern of the HJ armband, was introduced and remained in use for the duration of the Third Reich.

WWII NAZI GERMAN POLIZEI POLICE DRESS BAYONET WW2

Lot #421 (Sale Order 469 of 896)

The detailing to the pommel eagle is exceptional throughout. The crossguard has the usual overlapping oak leaves on the obverse; the reverse is plain and only has these leaves at the quillon. The grip plates are very fine antler. They have deep rich brown tones and good "grain". Attached to the obverse plate is an open aluminum Police insignia which retains fine detailing throughout. The scabbard is the long style. It is straight throughout with 90% of the original finish but is missing the retaining screw on the throat. The blade of this example measures 13 inches long. It is the style with a wide fuller. The reverse is stamped with the Carl Eickhorn of Solingen, and the original leather blade washer is missing. It shows minor age. A good period example here which is actually quite rare with leather frog and portepee. Excellent On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted in July 1936 to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. One of the new uniform regulations was the introduction of a standardized bayonet based on the earlier Prussian Landespolizei bayonet. The bayonet came in a un-slotted dress model and a "T" slotted service model.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE SIGNAL NCO VISOR CAP

Lot #422 (Sale Order 470 of 896)

Nice quality, privately purchased, Luftwaffe blue/gray, wool/rayon blend construction flight EM/NCO's visor cap features a black, horizontally ribbed, interwoven, mohair centerband, and golden brown wool waffenfarbe piping to the crown edge and both the top and bottom edges of the centerband. The front center of the cap has an second pattern, (Circa 1936/1937-1945), silver washed, stamped alloy, Luftwaffe eagle clutching a canted, swastika in it's talons. The front center of the centerband has a silver washed, stamped alloy, winged wreath with a black, silver and red painted national tri-color cockade. The cap has a black, patent leather chinstrap with two, black painted, vertically rectangular, metal, retaining clips and two, black painted, vertically oval, metal, sliding length adjustment buckles. The chinstrap is secured to the cap by two, smooth, black painted sheet metal buttons. The cap has an extended, forward, black lacquered, visor. Interior of cap fully lined in rust/orange colored oilcloth. Celluloid sweat diamond is present with a small piece torn away. Wide, tan leatherette sweatband is complete. Shows the expected period use and wear but overall excellent condition. Visor caps were a standard item for all personnel during the Third Reich period and regulations dictated the form of dress they were to be worn with based on the individuals rank. On its inception on February 26TH 1935, the Luftwaffe adopted most of the uniform items of the earlier DLV, Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), its civilian forerunner, including the visor cap. In March 1935 the earlier, "Tellerform", saucer shaped, caps were replaced with a new a "Sattelform" cap with a higher front peak and an oval shaped top. Officer and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the Luftwaffe's Verkaufsabteilung, (Air-Force Sales Department), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO's could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive. Company and Field grade Officer's caps were distinguished from the EM/NCO's caps by bright silver/aluminum piping and a silver/aluminum chin cord while General Officer's ranks utilized gold colored fittings. The different branches of service within the Luftwaffe were allocated a particular identifying waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), with light brown being chosen for Signals personnel. EM/NCO ranks utilized the appropriate waffenfarbe piping and blackened leather chinstraps.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE BATTLE FLAG 100X170

Lot #423 (Sale Order 471 of 896)

Second pattern (Circa 1937/38-1945) single piece dual sided printed cotton/linen construction national war flag. The flag features a red base field with a central white/black/white/black bordered white disk with a black and white bordered black canted swastika to the center. The flag has black vertical and horizontal bars emanating from the central disk with white/black/white borders. The canton features a white/black/white bordered black Iron Cross. The hoist edge has a small dual-ply reinforcement panel to each corner. The hoist edge is trimmed in white tunnel looped cotton/rayon blend bunting for the suspension rope. The twisted suspension rope is still intact and has a closed loop to both the top and bottom edges. Nicely maker marked, size 100 x 170. MINT The first modern German war flag was introduced by Kaiser Wilhelm I in July 1867. The war flag went through a number of minor modifications through the years until it reached its final design format in September 1903. The 1903 version of the Kaiserliche Kriegsflagge, (Imperial War Flag), was utilized until it was abolished after Germany’s defeat in WWI on September 27TH 1919. On April 11TH 1921 a new national war flag was introduced that utilized Hohenzollern Empire tri-colors of black, white and red, with the Weimar era, (Circa 1919-1933), national tri-colors of black, red, and gold inserted into the canton, (upper left corner), with a black Iron Cross to the center. In March 1933, shortly after Hitler gained power, he abolished the Weimar era canton insert on the national war flag. The 1933 pattern national war flag was utilized until November 7TH 1935 when Hitler introduced a new, totally redesigned, national war flag that incorporated the NSDAP’s, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), swastika emblem. Of Note: The 1935 pattern national war flag was utilized until late 1937 or early 1938, when a slightly modified second pattern flag was introduced. The national war flag was flown on all Kriegsmarine, (Navy), warships, Luftwaffe, (Air Force), airfields and all buildings owned by the Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces). The flag was also to be hoisted daily at all occupied barracks and was also utilized at victory parades and special events along with the standard national swastika flag. This example is the second pattern War Flag, circa 1937/38-1945.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH INSIGNIA LOT OF WW2

Lot #424 (Sale Order 472 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Hitler Youth lot to include 1) HJ SHOULDER STRAPSA post-1934 (given the absence of an additional "Unterbann" number),Scharführe Hitlerjunge khaki cotton twill construction sew on shoulder straps. Red piping indicating either "Oberbann 1" before 1936, or the General HJ until the khaki straps were replaced by black straps in 1938 (red piping was then also used to denote European HJ units outside the Reich). Sewn to its surface, also in red, are the chain-stitched "Bann" numerals "88." These often followed the numbers of an Army regiment raised in the same area. Nice! The first official, standardized shoulder straps for HJ personnel were introduced in 1933 and were designed to indicate rank and duty location. HJ shoulder straps underwent numerous modifications from their introduction until a final pattern was decided upon in late 1938. The final pattern shoulder straps eliminated the Unterbann numerals and the piping was altered to reflect branch of service. 2) HJ MEMBER'S ARMBAND. A mid production, three-piece construction, red cotton armband. The armband has a central white horizontal stripe, with a white diamond and a machine woven construction black mobile swastika. Complete with interior RZM tag. The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker's Party), under control of the SA, Sturmabteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth). Although German youth organizations had worn armbands as early as 1923, it wasn't until 1933 that regulations decreed the official pattern armband for wear by all HJ members. The armband was worn on the upper left sleeve on almost all uniforms of HJ members as organizational identifying insignia. 3) HJ MEMBER'S BELT BUCKLE. The standard, cast aluminum, silver washed, HJ buckle, as introduced in 1933, featuring an embossed HJ eagle and diamond to its lightly pebbled center, encompassed by a dual rope-like border within which, against a ribbed background, is the embossed Gothic script, "Blut und Ehre" (Blood and Honor). To the reverse is an embossed RZM logo, "Reichszeugmeisterei" (National-material-control-office) with "M4/24" for Friedrich Linden of Ludenscheid. Buckle catch, prong bar and dual prongs are all intact. The Hitler Youth may be traced back to March of 1922, with the formation of the "Jugendbund der NSDAP" (Youth-league of-the NSDAP), under control of the SA. In April of 1924 the "Jugendbund der NSDAP" was renamed "Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung" (Greater-german Youth-movement), and in July of 1926 the "Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung" was officially renamed "Hitlerjugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend" (Hitler-youth League of-the german Worker-youth). Prior to 1925, an assortment of uniform items were worn by "Hitler Jugend" members, mainly consisting of a white shirt and HJ armband. In an attempt to associate themselves more closely with the Nazi Party, the HJ adopted the NSDAP brown shirt in 1925. Their distinctive belt buckle was introduced in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRK PERSONNEL'S DUTY ARMBAND WW2

Lot #425 (Sale Order 473 of 896)

A 10cm x 34cm, white cotton armband, upon which is machine woven a red Balkan cross with Nazi acceptance stamp. Its vertical seam is to the reverse. Excellent condition. The DRK, "Deutsches Rotes Kreuz" (German Red Cross), a voluntary civil assistance organization originally instituted in 1864, was officially acknowledged by the Geneva Convention in 1929. In December 1937 it gained status as a legally recognized organization by the NSDAP. As with other essential services in Third Reich Germany, it came under control of the NSDAP in late 1938 under the auspices of the Ministry of the Interior’s Social Welfare Organization.

WWII NAZI DUTCH FOREIGN ARMBAND FROM FOOTLOCKER

Lot #426 (Sale Order 474 of 896)

A blue cotton armband, upon which is sewn an approximately 9cm diameter red outer disk, with a white center disk with a black separately applied mobile swastika. This was found in a Vet's footlocker and unfortunately have no idea what it represents but most probable is Dutch. I assure you it's original we just don't know what it represents. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika armband. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT M43 ENLISTED CAP WW2

Lot #427 (Sale Order 475 of 896)

Field-gray, wool/rayon blend construction cap features fold down back and side panels with a downward scalloped front edge and forward sides and two, small, metal button front closure. The back and side panels were designed to be folded down to protect the wearers ears and neck and the scalloped front section could be secured with the buttons closed under the wearers chin. The buttons have their original stitching. The front center of the cap has a machine woven national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, in mouse gray rayon threads positioned above a national tri-color cockade in black, white and red rayon threads, both mounted on a woven, field-gray, rayon trapezoid base. The insignia is neatly machine stitched to the cap. The cap has an extended, cloth covered, forward visor with an internal stiffener with a subtly raised lip to the top of the forward edge and a single row of reinforcement stitching to the bottom of the forward edge. The interior of the cap is fully lined in rayon. Size marked 57 and Rb#ed. Excellent The M43 field cap was introduced for wear by all ranks on June 11TH 1943 as a replacement cap for the other field caps then in use. The design of the M43 field cap was based on the earlier M42 Feldmütze, (Overseas cap), and the Mountain Troopers Bergmütze, (Mountain Cap), with minor variations. The standard issue M43 field caps were constructed of field-grey material while a black version was introduced at the same time for Panzer personnel. Officer’s ranks were distinguished by piping on the crown of the cap with silver piping for the ranks of Leutnant to Oberst and gilt piping for General Officer’s ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall while EM/NCO’s caps were not piped. Further regulations also dictated that the buttons on the cap were also to be an indicator of rank with field-grey buttons for EM/NCO’s, silver for field and company grade officers and gilt for General’s ranks but this was not strictly adhered to. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive. The German army originally adopted a slightly modified version of the NSDAP’s, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), national eagle by order on February 17TH 1934, with instructions to have it applied to all steel helmets, visor caps, and tunics by May 1ST 1934. Regulations followed on October 30TH 1935 that stipulated the national eagle was also to be applied to all field caps. On March 14TH 1933 the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), era oval black, red and gold cockade was replaced with a circular cockade in black, white, and red and was utilized through-out the Third Reich period.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP ORTS LEVEL FLAG GORSCHEN

Lot #428 (Sale Order 476 of 896)

WWII Nazi German flag is for the town of Görschen which is in Saxony. This Orts level flag measures 46 inches X 54 inches showing several holes into the body of the flag. The double-sided, multi-piece wool construction flag, trimmed to all but the hoist edge in 50mm long twisted silver/aluminum wire fringe. The flag features a red base field upon which is sewn a white circular field with a black mobile swastika sewn to its center. The top right hoist corner (canton) has sewn to it a light brown wool patch with a white chain stitched location Gothic script; "Görschen". This patch is trimmed in blue tress, signifying the Orts level. Good Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN VET BRING BACK ITEMS 88TH DIV WW2

Lot #429 (Sale Order 477 of 896)

WII Nazi German souvenir lot of items brought back by a 88th Division Veteran named Sgt. Willis Bands. The items included are 1) M34 DOUBLE DECAL FEUERSCHUTZPOLIZEI HELMET. The stamped, sheet steel construction, civic M34 helmet retains most of its original black satin finish paint . The left side of the helmet has a silver bordered, black based, police decal with the second pattern, silver, wreathed police eagle as introduced on July 28TH 1936. The decal is retained about 90%. The right side of the helmet has a party shield decal which is retained about 90%. The helmet has two separate, groups of seven, "salt & pepper" ventilation holes positioned on each side of the crown. All four of the flat headed liner retaining rivets are intact. Complete liner and chinstrap system. Size marked 56. Excellent. 2) FEUERSCHUTZPOLIZEI NCO'S VISOR CAP. Nice quality, Feuerschutzpolizei NCO’s visor cap features a deep navy blue doeskin wool body, a black velvet centerband and Feuerschutzpolizei carmine wool truppenfarbe, (Branch of service color), to the crown edge and both the top and bottom edges of the centerband. The internal wire stiffener is still in place giving the cap a nice high peak to the front center of the crown. The front center of the cap has a three piece national tri-color cockade consisting of a black, fluted, alloy base, a silver washed alloy roundel and an inset red felt central dot. The front center of the centerband has a stamped, polished aluminum, second pattern, (circa April 1936-May 1945), police eagle encompassed by a vertically oval oak-leaf wreath. The eagle and wreath are still quite clean and bright. The cap has a blackened patent leather chinstrap intact with two, black painted, rectangular, magnetic sheet metal, sliding length adjustment buckles. The chinstrap is secured to the cap by two, small, metal buttons. The cap has a black lacquered vulcanfibre visor with a raised lip to the forward edge. The interior crown of the cap is lined in orangish/tan oilcloth. The oilcloth crown lining has a fully intact, clear celluloid sweat diamond machine stitched in place. The sweat diamond has a small pocket with an inserted strip of paper with the original owners name. The crown lining has silver printed script beneath the sweat diamond which includes the manufacturers name, "Peküros". The interior of the cap also has a wide tan leatherette sweatband fully intact. The cap is in overall very good condition with minimal age and usage toning and a few small moth nips to the piping. Cap is size marked 56. 3) FEUERSCHUTZPOLIZEI EM/NCO’S BAYONET WITH FROG. Drop forged, 25cm, long, bright nickel/silver plated steel blade with wide fuller to each side. Blade is in overall very good condition. Maker marker blade. Brown leather washer is intact. Hilt consists of nickel/silver plated steel cross guard, eagle head pommel and molded black bakelite grips with a repeating grooved diamond pattern. Cross guard features one up-swept and one down-swept arm. Diamond grooved bakelite grips are held in place by two dome headed rivets. Magnetic sheet metal scabbard retains about 95% of its original black finish. Throat retaining screw and frog lug are both intact. Bayonet comes complete with its original leather frog. This longer model bayonet was intended for wear by ranks of Feuerwehrmann through to Brandmeister. 4) SCHUTZPOLIZEI DES REICHS NCO'S SLEEVE EAGLE. Post-November 1941 pattern, machine embroidered police eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted swastika in it’s talons, encompassed by a vertically oval, oak-leaf wreath in green cotton truppenfarbe, (Branch of service color), threads with black eye and swastika detailing, mounted on a cut-out, vertically oval feldgrau wool base. Removed from a uniform. 5) POLIZEI VISOR CAP EAGLE. Second pattern, police cap eagle as introduced on June 25TH 1936 to replace the earlier, (Circa April 1934-June 1936), first pattern cap eagle. The single piece, aluminum, die stamped, construction, right facing eagle features out-stretched wings and is clutching a canted swastika in its talons. The eagle is superimposed on an embossed, vertically oval, oak-leaf wreath with the eagles wings extending beyond the outer edges of the wreath with a roughly, 55mm wingspan. The eagle and the wreath both have nice high relief detailing and the insignia is slightly convex to fit the contours of a cap. Excellent 6) WAR MERIT CROSS 1ST CLASS, 1939 WITH SWORDS. Die struck, alloy construction bravery award with a German nickle/silver plate is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by an oak-leave wreath to the obverse. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upwards between the arms of the cross. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The plain, reverse has a soldered, solid style hinge with a broad

WWII NAZI GERMAN KOVNO JEWISH GHETTO ARMBAND WW2

Lot #430 (Sale Order 478 of 896)

Rare WWII Nazi German Kovno Ghetto armband used by the Kapos or leaders. The armband is made of two piece construction of a orange/yellow linen band with a black center band with a silver printed KG to the center. The armband does not react to Uv light and was brought back by a WWII veteran who identified what it was. He claimed it was traded for cigarettes by a Russian soldier during the occupation. Excellent Kovno (Kaunas) was Lithuania’s capital in the interwar period (1920-1939). The Jewish community numbered 35,000-40,000 – about a fourth of the city’s population – with tens of Jewish institutions, 40 synagogues, institutions of higher Jewish learning, especially the worldwide famous Slobodka Yeshiva, Yiddish and Hebrew schools, a Jewish hospital, Zionist organizations. In June 1940 the Soviet Union occupied Lithuania and established a communist regime. A year later, Germany attacked the Soviet Union and two days later, on 24 June 1941, Kovno was occupied by German forces. Lithuanian nationals welcomed the German occupiers, seeing them as liberators from Soviet occupation. Local paramilitary groups were permeated with anti-Semitism, claiming among others that the Jews had been behind the Soviet repression of their country. Thus even before the Germans entered the city, Lithuanian mobs began to kill Jews. This was followed in the beginning of July by systematic killing by the Einsatzgruppen (the mobile killing units) and their Lithuanian auxiliaries. A ghetto was established in August, but over the next weeks the killing continued. On 29 October 1941 another 9,200 Jews were killed. A relative quiet reigned in Kovno until March 1943, when 1,800 babies, small children and old people were dragged out of their homes and killed in what became known as “the Children’s Aktion”. Some other Jews were deported to camps in Estonia. By that time Lithuanian enthusiasm for collaboration with Germany subsided, but hostility towards Jews and denunciation persisted. In July 1944, with the advance of the Red Army, the ghetto was liquidated. The Jews were taken to the concentration camps of Dachau and Stutthof. As many as 2,000 Jews died in the ghetto while trying to hide from the perpetrators. The Soviet Army liberated Kovno on 1 August 1944. Of what had once been a bustling community only 2,000 Jews had survived.

WWII AIR CORPS O'ER THE RAMPARTS WE WATCH POSTER

Lot #431 (Sale Order 479 of 896)

JES WILHELM SCHLAIKJER. O'ER THE RAMPARTS WE WATCH. 1944. 25x19 inches. Brown & Bigelow, St. Paul, Minnesota. Great color with no fading vertical and horizontal folds. With the kind of realistic detail most often seen in the homefront scenes by Norman Rockwell, Schlaikjer depicts a young pilot in his leather flying jacket, rising from pastel-hued clouds above a squadron of B-52s. More romantic than war-like, he is holding a bomb while looking off towards a distant, more promising future. Patriotic in both its use of a line from the American National Anthem and proud, powerful American imagery, "this mixture of familiar watchwords, realistic detail, and exaggerated personal strength typifies Schlaikjer's style." Framed with archival matte and glass. Excellent

WWII THE SULLIVANS THEY DID THEIR PART POSTER WW2

Lot #432 (Sale Order 480 of 896)

THE SULLIVANS "THEY DID THEIR PART" POSTER, WORLD WAR II, US OFFICE OF WAR INFORMATION, 1943. Propaganda poster depicting a black and white photograph of the five Sullivan brothers in naval uniform on board the USS Juneau, with a blue star above each figure set against a white background with red border. The text reads: "the five Sullivan brothers 'missing in action' off the Solomons" and "They did their part." Designed by the U.S. Office of War Information and published by the U.S. Government Printing Office. The five Sullivan brothers were US Navy sailors who were all killed in action when their ship, the USS Juneau, was sunk during the Battle of Guadalcanal in November, 1942. Popular sympathy for the Sullivan family's loss resulted in the brothers' incorporation into the wartime propaganda machine as patriotic martyrs, as can be seen in this 1943 poster. After this, military policy was changed resulting in family members being posted to different overseas and domestic postings to avoid the loss of all family members at one time. MINT in archival backing and glass measuring 23 X 29 inches in the frame.

WWII UNCLE SAM & HITLER MONKEY POSTER WW2

Lot #433 (Sale Order 481 of 896)

1943 Uncle Sam organ grinder and Hitler as a monkey Poster. Great image and colors. 20"x15" Excellent

WW1 1914 RUSSIAN LUBOK POSTER W/ UNCLE SAM WWI

Lot #434 (Sale Order 482 of 896)

1914 WW1 Russian Lubok Military Propaganda Poster. Russian with cannon pointed at Ring Master with Uncle Sam, Japanese, and Chinese figures. Poster has not been restored. Mounted on linen. 23 1/2" x 16 1/2" Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN DISTRICT WAX SEAL STAMP WW2

Lot #435 (Sale Order 483 of 896)

This is a stamp for sealing an official letter envelope for the Reich. The brass stamp is mounted in a wooden post designed to fit comfortably in the hand when sealing the official important document. A rather rare and original Reich relic seldom seen or acquired yet an important historical addition to a collection of Third Reich items. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH OVERSEAS CAP ARMBAND

Lot #436 (Sale Order 484 of 896)

Lot of Hitler Youth items to include 1) Hitler youth overseas cap. Comes with an orange oil cloth RZM tag and is sized 54. The Hitler youth eagle is hand sewn to the front of the cap. The red piping is machine sewn. Excellent As a result of the rapid expansion of the HJ there was a lack of trained personnel to fill the required leadership positions. To counter this problem Deputy HJ Leader Hartmann Lauterbacher instituted the "Leo Schlageter Schule" in Fletchtorf in 1932. In 1933 the school was re-designated Reichsführerschule, (National Leadership School), and was relocated in Potsdam. The schools mandate was to train future HJ Leaders with an eight week course divided into eight specific categories including; field exercises, small arms shooting, service training and political indoctrination. Following the establishment of the Reichsführerschule additional Gebeitsführerschulen, (District Leadership Schools), were instituted which provide a shortened version of the Reichsführerschule training courses to three weeks duration. By 1934 there were twenty-two such Gebeitsführerschulen, and by the end of the war there were forty. During the war the courses at the Gebeitsführerschulen were shortened to two weeks duration and were geared even more to basic military training to replenish the losses of the Armed forces. Students wore a variety of DJ/HJ uniforms and headgear. 2) HJ MEMBER'S ARMBAND. A mid production, three-piece construction, red cotton armband. The armband has a central white horizontal stripe, with a white diamond and a machine woven construction black mobile swastika. The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker's Party), under control of the SA, Sturmabteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth). Although German youth organizations had worn armbands as early as 1923, it wasn't until 1933 that regulations decreed the official pattern armband for wear by all HJ members. The armband was worn on the upper left sleeve on almost all uniforms of HJ members as organizational identifying insignia. The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker's Party), under control of the SA, Sturmabteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth). Although German youth organizations had worn armbands as early as 1923, it wasn't until 1933 that regulations decreed the official pattern armband for wear by all HJ members. The armband was worn on the upper left sleeve on almost all uniforms of HJ members as organizational identifying insignia.

WWII USMC P41 HBT JACKET & DOG TAG W THUMBPRINT

Lot #437 (Sale Order 485 of 896)

A standard M1941 herring bone twill tunic with lay down collar with four coppered metal dish buttons to the front and dog tag. One left breast pocket that is stamped "USMC" with logo and two large hip pockets are also present. To each cuff are sewn two coppered metal dish buttons as well. All buttons are marked "U.S. Marine Corps." Stamped in black ink to the interior the Marine's name but is difficult to read. The chest measures approximately 40". The dog tag reads as followed "Elvis Leon Wells 362941 T 2/42 -O- USMCR and has his thumbprint to the reverse. Excellent

WWII RUSSIAN GYMNASTERKA & TROUSERS TO LIEUTENANT

Lot #438 (Sale Order 486 of 896)

WWII Russian Gymnasterka or Combat Uniform and matching Trousers for the rank of Junior Lieutenant. Both tunic and trouser are in excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMY M44 LOW QUARTER SHOES WW2

Lot #439 (Sale Order 487 of 896)

Smooth, multi-panel, black leather construction ankle boots with seven eyelets in superb condition. Roughly a size 10. Nice!! Besides the helmet, the tall marching boot is probably one of the most instantly recognizable items of the German military. However the German concern with leather shortages was evident as early as September 1939 when issue of the traditional tall leather marching boot was restricted to personnel serving in the field. Regulations in November 1939 shortened the tall leather marching boot in an attempt to conserve leather. In early 1940 the lace-up ankle boots were first introduced as a further leather conservation method and by 1941 the ankle boot was issued to all new recruits in place of the marching boot. By 1943 with escalating leather shortages the gaiter’s and lace up ankle boots were issued to all replacement personnel and manufacture of the tall marching boots was discontinued altogether. Of Note: Although the short lace-up ankle boots were completely serviceable they proved quite unpopular with the troops and a great deal of effort was put into the care and maintenance of the tall marching boots by those personnel who had retained them.

WWII NAZI GERMAN REICH & GAU FRAUNENSCHAFT BADGE

Lot #440 (Sale Order 488 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Fraunenschaft membership badges to include 1) WWII German Nazi First Pattern Reichs Level Nat.Soz. Fraunenschaft Badge RZM 1/73 Mitgliedabzeichen. An alloy and enamel badge in the form of an inverted triangle, 28mm wide along its top edge and 31mm tall. "Nat Soz Frauenschaft" is to the white band to the top of the obverse, underneath of which is a white cross against a black background. To the center of the cross is a red, static swastika, and "G" is to its left arm, "H" to its right, and "L" to its base. These letters signify the Frauenschaft motto, "Glaube, Hoffnung, Liebe" (Faith, Hope, Love). A yellow band is along the edges of the obverse, indicating that it was worn by a staff member at the Reichs level. Complete with original pinback device. Maker marked RZM 1/73 indicating its manufacture by Karl Erbacher of Pforzheim. 2) WWII German Nazi First Pattern Gau Level Nat.Soz. Fraunenschaft Badge RZM 1/13. An alloy and enamel badge in the form of an inverted triangle, 28mm wide along its top edge and 31mm tall. "Nat Soz Frauenschaft" is to the white band to the top of the obverse, underneath of which is a white cross against a black background. To the center of the cross is a red, static swastika, and "G" is to its left arm, "H" to its right, and "L" to its base. These letters signify the Frauenschaft motto, "Glaube, Hoffnung, Liebe" (Faith, Hope, Love). A red is along the edges of the obverse, indicating that it was worn by a staff member at the Gau level. Complete with original pinback device. Maker marked RZM 1/13 indicating the maker L. Christian Lauer of Nuremberg. The "Nat. Soz. Frauenschaft" (National Socialist Women’s-organization) was formed by absorbing the earlier "Deutsches Frauenwerk" (German Women’s-welfare-organization), and the "Deutscher Frauenorden" (German Women’s-order), into a single national organization. The first pattern Frauenschaft member’s badge followed the design of the earlier "Deutscher Frauenorden" badge, as introduced in the mid-1920s, with minor variations. The colored borders of the badge indicated the command level of its bearer, with golden-yellow for "Reich" level, red for "Gau" (provincial) level, black for "Kreis" (district) level, and blue for the local level. The addition of wide silver borders beyond the colors indicated that the bearer was a leader within their respective level.

WWII NAZI GERMAN INFANTRY EM/NCO'S VISOR CAP WW2

Lot #441 (Sale Order 489 of 896)

Private purchase visor cap with field-gray wool body and crown with a subtle whipcord weave. Cap features a blue/green badge cloth centerband and white rayon waffenfarbe to crown edge and top and bottom edges of centerband. Front center of cap has a stamped, second pattern, natural aluminum, national eagle and front center of centerband has a second pattern, stamped, alloy oak-leaf wreath encompassing a three piece, high relief, national tri-color cockade all intact. Blackened patent leather chinstrap intact with two, black painted, rectangular, sheet metal retaining buckles and two black painted, rectangular, length adjustment buckles. Chinstrap is secured to cap by two, small, smooth finish, black painted, magnetic sheet metal buttons. Black vulcanfibre visor with raised lip near forward edge. Interior of cap is fully lined in golden rayon. Celluloid sweat diamond is missing. Beautiful makers label to Rudolf Beckert Deutsche Arbeit of Dessau. Interior of cap also has a wide leather sweatband. Roughly a size 57. Visor caps were a standard item for all personnel during the Third Reich period and regulations dictated the form of dress they were to be worn with based on the individuals rank. Originally the insignia worn on the visor caps consisted of the Weimar Reichswehr pattern oak-leaf wreath and cockade and a blackened leather chinstrap for all ranks. In February 1927 new chin cords for Officer ranks were introduced with silver cords for the ranks of Leutnant to Oberst and gilt cords for the ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall. On March 14TH 1933 the Reichswehr’s oval black, red and gold cockade was replaced with a circular cockade in black, white, and red and on February 17TH 1934 the Third Reich pattern national eagle for the army was officially introduced for wear on the visor cap. In March 1935 a new, more detailed, pattern wreath and cockade and a second, larger pattern national eagle were also introduced for wear and in late 1935 regulations altered the Reichswehr era field-grey colored centerband to a dark blue/green coloration which was utilized until the end of the war. Further regulations of February 26TH 1936 also permitted senior NCO’s who were Officer Candidates to wear the Officers twisted silver/aluminum chin cord on their visor caps as opposed to the standard EM/NCO’s leather chinstrap.

WW2 NAZI GERMAN ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS VISOR CAP

Lot #442 (Sale Order 490 of 896)

Private purchase field-gray doeskin visor cap with blue/green centerband and dark green wool waffenfarbe to crown edge and top and bottom of centerband. The front center of the cap features a second pattern, (circa 1935-1945), silver washed, stamped aluminum, national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons. The eagle is secured to the cap by two, bent over prongs on the reverse. The front center of the centerband has a second pattern, (circa 1935-1945) silver washed, stamped aluminum, oak-leaf wreath encompassing a separate, high vaunted, three piece, stamped alloy, national tri-color cockade. Both the wreath and cockade are secured to the cap by bent over prongs on the reverse. Black vulcanfibre visor with raised lip to forward edge. Gold rayon lined and still retains some of its original sweat diamond. Leather sweatband is solid and without damage. Roughly a size 56. Visor caps were a standard item for all armed forces personnel during the Third Reich period and regulations dictated the form of dress they were to be worn with based on the individual’s rank. Originally the insignia worn on the visor caps consisted of the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), era, pattern oak-leaf wreath and cockade and a blackened leather chinstrap for all ranks. In February 1927 new chin cords for Officer’s ranks were introduced with silver cords for the ranks of Leutnant to Oberst and gilt cords for the ranks of Generalmajor to Generalfeldmarschall. On March 14TH 1933 the Reichswehr’s oval black, red and gold cockade was replaced with a circular cockade in black, white, and red and on February 17TH 1934 the Third Reich pattern national eagle for the army was officially introduced for wear on the visor cap. In March 1935 a new, more detailed, pattern wreath and cockade and a second, larger pattern national eagle were also introduced for wear and in late 1935 regulations altered the Reichswehr era field-grey colored centerband to a dark blue/green coloration which was utilized until the end of the war. Further regulations of February 26TH 1936 also permitted senior NCO’s who were Officer Candidates to wear the Officers twisted, silver/aluminum chin cord on their visor caps as opposed to the standard EM/NCO’s leather chinstrap. The German army had a tradition, dating from the 1700's, of maintaining a separate branch of Administrative Officials attached to the army to oversee all administrative functions, thus freeing up active army Officers and allowing them to concentrate on actual military matters. The Officials were responsible for a wide variety of administrative tasks from Court Martial, Librarian, Supply, Technical and Meteorological Services, to School, Barracks, and Hospital administration. Most Officials careers consisted of four varying grades, of high, elevated, medium and low grade with slightly differing identifying insignia for each grade. The grade of the career was determined by the education and/or experience of the individual. During the Reichswehr era the Officials were divided into military and civilian personnel until December 22ND 1934 when the German High Command did away with the differentiation and consolidate all the Officials into the newly formed Wehrmachtbeamte-Heer, (Armed Forces Officials-Army). Regulations of March 12TH 1937 reorganized the Officials and instituted the new Beamte auf Kriegsdauer a.K., (Wartime Officials for the duration of the war), to be activated in times of mobilization. Originally the uniformed Officials were allotted an identifying, dark green waffenfarbe, (Branch of Service Color), with a nebenfarbe, (secondary color), to indicate their actual career. Regulations of March 21ST 1940, replaced the assorted nebenfarbe colors with a secondary color of light grey for all Officials regardless of career or function. On the visor cap the Officials only utilized the dark green waffenfarbe as piping without the secondary, career nebenfarben. Administrative Officials were responsible for purchasing their own caps and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their caps from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase visor caps of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their caps from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored caps although the price may have been restrictive.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EM/NCO'S OVERSEAS CAP WW2

Lot #443 (Sale Order 491 of 896)

October 1935 pattern, field-gray wool/rayon blend construction cap with fold down side and back panels with gently sloping, downward scallops to the front and forward sides. The fold down panels are handstitched in the upright position at the front center of the cap as is typical. The cap has metal alloy, ventilation grommet to either side, just below the crown edge. The front center of the cap has a machine woven national eagle in pale mouse grey threads on a cut-out, woven field-grey rayon base. The front center of the fold down panels has a machine woven national tri-color cockade, on a woven cotton, diamond shaped base. Both the eagle and the cockade are neatly handstitched to the cap. The interior of the cap is fully lined in ribbed, gray cotton twill. Maker marked and made in Wien Size marked 54. Nice untouched, early overseas cap. The M34 Overseas cap for wear by EM/NCO personnel was initially introduced on March 24TH 1934, with non-functional front buttons, and a different insignia configuration. Regulations of October 1935, did away with the buttons and altered the insignia utilized on the cap. The M34 cap was worn by EM/NCO’s until the introduction of the newly designed M42 overseas cap on July 21ST 1942.

WWII THIRD REICH ORGANISATION TODT GORGET WW2

Lot #444 (Sale Order 492 of 896)

Metal, White enamel background w/ Black enamel logo and lettering, "Eagle w/Swastika with a wreath", Reads "Organisation Todt", Some chips on edges, Very little if any scratches on front. Chain is present. TeNo, Technischen Nothilfe, (Technical Emergency Corps), was originally established in September 1919, of trained, voluntary, civilian personnel to maintain and repair essential services in the event of a natural disaster or emergency. Many of its personnel were ex-service men and a large amount of them had some type of specialized technical training which was key to its mandate. TeNo was a civilian organization administered under the Minister of the Interior, until mid-1939 when it became an official State organization under control of the Police which in turn was controlled by the SS. With this change in status a small nucleus of salaried Officials were employed to run the organization. As the war dragged on TeNo, became more and more a para-military organization with its direction becoming more controlled by the Waffen-SS.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HJ FANFARE TRUMPET BANNER WW2

Lot #445 (Sale Order 493 of 896)

An approximately 48cm square, double sided, multi-piece cotton construction banner, with four doubled tie strings along its upper edge for affixing it to a trumpet. Double sided with the typical HJ pattern swastika with red and white field while the other side is adorned with the single sig rune. A 30mm white fringe runs along both sides and the bottom of the banner. White portions show the expected light age yellowing, but overall very nice untouched example. The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker’s Party), under control of the SA, Sturmabteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth).

WWII NAZI SOCIAL WELFARE LEADER'S DRESS DAGGER WW2

Lot #446 (Sale Order 494 of 896)

Roughly 25cm long, dual edged, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel blade with a raised central spine and large flat ricasso. The blade is unmarked. The thick blackened leather washer is still intact. The cast alloy cross guard, langets, and pommel all have a matte nickel/silver plating. The obverse vertically oval langet has a raised, smooth outer edge encompassing an embossed second pattern, (1938), DRK eagle with a highly embossed swastika to its breast, on a slightly recessed, pebbled field. The reverse vertically oval langet also has the raised, smooth outer edge encompassing a slightly recessed, smooth field. The cross guard features two deeply recessed horizontal lines near both the top and bottom edges. The unique shaped, plain pommel has a multi-slotted, flush, tang screw to the top edge. The dagger has an orange celluloid grip (one small hairline crack that's been repaired) with ten raised, horizontal lines. The grip tapers slightly at both ends. The dagger comes with its original matte nickel/silver plated, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with a pebbled finished obverse and reverse and smooth side panels. The bottom tip of the scabbard is also smooth and has a scalloped tipped top. The scabbard has smooth integral hanger bands with hanger suspension ramps angled diagonally upward with circular cut-outs for the hangers. The scabbard has both of its original dome headed throat screws intact. Of Note: There were two versions of the DRK dagger scabbard, with one featuring rectangular hanger cut-outs, and the other having circular hanger cut-outs. The circular hanger cut-out scabbard was designed for the Social Welfare dagger, which although identical to the DRK Leader’s dagger, came with a different set of hangers. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN PUMA HITLER YOUTH HIKE CAMP KNIFE

Lot #447 (Sale Order 495 of 896)

The early, (Circa 1933-1938), HJ camp knife with blade motto has a roughly 5 1/8", (13 cm) long drop forged steel construction single edged, non-fullered, nickel/silver plated, blade and a full length including the hilt of roughly 9 1/4", (23.6 cm). The obverse of the blade has ta (faint) acid etched motto, "Blut und Ehre!", (Blood and Honor), in a facsimile of RJF von Schirach’s handwriting. Maker marked to Puma. The tooled steel construction hilt features a single, up-swept, cross guard arm and a stylized eagle head pommel. The knife has molded, black, diamond grooved, Bakelite grips with dual, small, dome headed, alloy retaining rivets fully intact. The obverse grip has an embedded enameled and silver washed alloy HJ diamond. The HJ diamond features red enamel top and bottom quarters and white enamel side quarters with a central, canted, black enamel swastika. The diamond has the correct translucent red enamel with a pebbled field visible underneath. The knife comes with it’s original magnetic sheet metal scabbard. Straps and snap are all complete. Nice example. The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker’s Party), under control of the SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth). The HJ Fahrtenmesser, (Hike/Camp knife), was introduced in early 1933 and was the first blade sidearm to be officially sanctioned by the NSDAP. Of Note: Although the HJ camp knife was the first, officially sanctioned, blade, side arm the SA dagger was the first, officially sanctioned, dagger. Originally the camp knife was intended for wear by all HJ members regardless of rank but in 1937 a presentation Leader’s dagger was introduced for wear by the ranks of Gefolgschaftsführer to Reichsjugendführer and the camp knife was relegated for wear by the ranks of Hauptgefolgschaftsführer and below. An additional NSDAP party formation, the DJ Deutsche Jugend, (German Youth), with members, aged 10-14, were also permitted wear of the HJ camp knife. The distribution of the HJ camp knife was controlled by the NSDAP and was dependant on the recipient successfully completing the appropriate proficiency requirements and tests. After meeting the requirements the individual was still responsible for purchasing the HJ camp knife through official channels. Regulations stated that the HJ camp knife was only to be worn while the recipient was in uniform, although it is highly doubtful that young boys/men adhered to these regulations unless they were strictly enforced. Originally the HJ camp knives had a blade inscription with the HJ motto, "Blut und Ehre!", (Blood and Honor), inscribed in a facsimile of the HJ Reichsjugendführer, (Hitler Youth National Youth Leader), Baldur von Schirach’s handwriting, but in August 1938 the blade inscription was discontinued. Of Note: The HJ was an official NSDAP formation and as a result it’s uniforms and equipment items fell under the authority of the RZM, Reich Zeug Meisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster). The RZM, was officially founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP, as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, including the HJ, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for Party formations met required specification and were standardized. Uniforms and equipment items manufactured for the HJ came under the quality control of the RZM and were generally marked by the appropriate RZM approval/acceptance markings. Further production of the HJ camp knives was official discontinued in October 1942.

WWII US AIR CORPS INSIGNIA LOT DI'S CAPRI BELL WW2

Lot #448 (Sale Order 496 of 896)

WWII US Army Air Corps Insignia to include 1) Three WWII 2d bomb wing Distinctive Insignia. Meyer New York Hallmarked 1 3/16" long x 15/16 wide In the shape of a Tudor-arch shaped-shield, the emblem is divided into five perpendicular stripes. The colors of the stripes--black and primitive green--are those the Army Air Service bore during World War I . The three primitive green stripes represent the three major offensives in which the wing participated in World War I: St. Mihiel, Lorraine, and Meuse-Argonne. The white fleur-de-lis at the top symbolizes France , the theater of operations for the wing's World War I achievements. The lower portion of the shield is Air Force golden yellow, charged with four aerial bombs in ultramarine blue, not only representing the original four combatant squadrons (11th, 20th, 96th and 166th Aero Squadrons) but also suggesting the unit's present mission as a heavy bomb wing of Air Combat Command . Motto: Libertatem Defendimus (Liberty We Defend). The original motto, Mors et Destructio (Death and Destruction), was replaced on 15 April 1940 by current motto. 2) 118th Tactical Squadron Distinctive Insignia. In March 1941 the 118th was activated and was assigned to Jacksonville Army Airfield, Florida where it flew antisubmarine patrols over the South Georgia and Florida Atlantic coastline. After the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor, it moved to Charleston, South Carolina and patrolled the approaches to the Charleston Navy Yard along with the South Carolina Atlantic coast. With the Army Air Forces Antisubmarine Command taking over the coastal patrol mission, Third Air Force reassigned the squadron to Tullaholma AAF, Tennessee where it began training in combat reconnaissance and aerial photography and mapping. During 1943 the unit transitioned to combat aircraft (P-49, P-39, A-20, B-25, and finally, the P-51) and was re-designated as the 118th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron. The 118th trained with Army ground forces at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Fort Benning, Georgia, Fort Jackson, South Carolina and Fort Polk, Louisiana as a combat observation squadron. Deployed to the China Burma India Theater of operations as part of the 23d Fighter Group, the "Flying Tigers." The unit participated in security patrol, close air support, and ground attack missions as part of the 23d Fighter Group. Following the conclusion of the war, the 118th was officially disbanded. 3) WWII San Michele Capri Silver Charm Air Corps Bell. Original WWII pilots bell measuring 3/8" tall X just over 1/2 wide. one side is marked "La Campana Di S. Michhele Roma 5-5-944" to the reverse and to the obverse Rome's famous she-wolf that nursed and sheltered the twins Romulus and Remus after they were abandoned in the wild by order of King Amulius of Alba Longa. She cared for the infants at her den, a cave known as the Lupercal, until they were discovered by a shepherd, Faustulus. Romulus would later become the founder and first king of Rome. The image of the she-wolf suckling the twins has been a symbol of Rome since ancient times and is one of the most recognizable icons of ancient mythology.

WWII US HOME FRONT CHILDS PARACHUTE DOLL WW2

Lot #448a (Sale Order 497 of 896)

Circa 1930-1940 all cloth parachute doll is in excellent condition. The doll has a fur collar, cloth helmet, goggles, painted facial features, large silk parachute and sack into which it fits. The doll measures 6 1/2 inches tall.

WWII US ARMY FIXED BAIL M1 HELMET FIRESTONE LINER

Lot #448b (Sale Order 498 of 896)

Early World War II front seam, fixed bale M1 "Steel Pot" style helmet with sewn khaki chinstraps, cork textured OD green paint. Liner has khaki webbing, and unpainted A-washers. Helmet and liner show general service wear made by Firestone. Excellent. History The M1 helmet was adopted in 1941 to replace the outdated M1917A1 "Kelly" helmet after research was done by Major Harold G. Sydenham. Over 22 million U.S. M1 steel helmets were manufactured through September 1945. Production was done by McCord Radiator and Manufacturing Company and Schlueter Manufacturing Company. Design The M1 is two "one-size-fits-all" helmets—an outer metal shell, sometimes called the "steel pot", and a hard hat–type liner that is nestled inside the shell and contains the suspension system that would be adjusted to fit the wearer's head. Helmet covers and netting would be applied by covering the steel shell with the extra material tucked inside the shell and secured by inserting the liner. The outer shell should not be worn by itself. The liner can be worn by itself, providing protection similar to a hard hat, and was often worn in such fashion by military policemen, Assistant Drill Instructors (known as AIs), and rifle/machine gun/pistol range staff, although they were supposed to wear steel at the range.[citation needed] The liner is sometimes worn in U.S. military ceremonies and parades, painted white or chromed. The depth of the helmet is 7 inches (180 mm), the width is 9.5 inches (240 mm), and length is 11 inches (280 mm), the thickness is 1/8" (3 mm), The weight of a World War II–era M1 is approximately 2.85 pounds (1.29 kg), including the liner and chinstrap. Shell Construction The non-magnetic Hadfield manganese steel for M1 helmet shells was smelted at the Carnegie Steel Company or the Sharon Steel Company of Pennsylvania. After being poured into fifteen-ton ingots (also called "heats"), the steel was divided into 216-inch by 36-inch by 4-inch blocks, known as "lifts," which were then cut into three equal 72-inch pieces to make them easier to handle. The cut lifts were sent to the Gary Works in Gary, Indiana for further processing, after which they were each reduced into 250 68-inch by 36-inch by 0.044-inch sheets, which were cut into 16.5-inch circles. The helmet discs were oiled and banded into lots of 400 for delivery by rail to McCord or Schlueter for pressing and final assembly. Each "heat" of steel was assigned a unique number by the smelter, as was each of its "lifts." When each new heat was unloaded at McCord or Schlueter, it was assigned a sequential number, and each lift within the heat was assigned a letter of the alphabet (for example, the third lift unloaded of the forty-ninth heat received by McCord would be 49C. This unique "lot and lift" number was stamped onto each helmet produced from the discs of a particular lift, and allowed for traceability in case the helmets exhibited defects. The "lot and lift" number is in reference to the time when the fabricator received the helmet discs, not when they were made into finished helmets. Lifts of heats were not loaded onto or unloaded from railcars in any particular order, and were often warehoused (also in no particular order) before being finished. The helmet discs were drawn to a depth of seven inches to create the rough helmet shape, or "shell," and the edges were trimmed. The edge of the shell has a crimped metal rim running around it, which provides a smooth edge. This is usually known as the "rim". The rim has a seam where the ends of the strip meet. On the earliest shells the seam met at the front. This was moved to the back of the rim in November 1944 At this time, the rim also went from being made of stainless steel to manganese steel. On each side of the shell, there are stainless steel loops for the chinstrap. Early World War II production shells had fixed, rectangular loops, and mid-war to 1960s helmets feature movable rectangular loops. This feature was adopted in 1943 to address the problem that when earlier helmets were dropped, the fixed loops were more susceptible to breaking off. Early shells for paratrooper helmets feature fixed, D-shaped loops. The shells were then painted with flat olive drab paint, with the paint on the outside of the shell sprinkled with either finely ground cork (World War II era) or silica sand. World War II-production helmets feature sewn-on cotton web olive drab shade 3 chinstraps, replaced gradually throughout 1943 and 1944 with olive drab shade 7 chinstraps. 1950s and later production chinstraps are made of olive drab webbing attached to the loops with removable metal clips. Nylon chinstraps were introduced in the U.S. military in the 1980s. These straps featured a two-piece web chin cup and were fastened by a metal snap rather than buckle. Liner Construction The liner is a hard hat-like support for the suspension, and is designed to fit snugly inside the steel shell. The first liners were produced in June 1941 and desig

WWII AIRBORNE PATCHES 101st 82nd 17th PARATROOPER

Lot #449 (Sale Order 499 of 896)

WWII US Airborne patch lot to include 1) 101st White Tongue Airborne Division "screaming eagle" patch with arc. 2) 101st Airborne Type 2 "screaming eagle" patch without arc. 3) Greenback 82nd Airborne Shoulder Sleeve Insignia with separate arc. 4) 82nd Airborne Shoulder Sleeve Insignia with attached arc 5) 1 Piece 17th Airborne Patch With Uncut Tan Center: This is an original white back 1 piece 17th Airborne patch with the hard to find uncut tan center. The patch is in nice condition, but does have some residue on the back.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSBO FLAGPOLE TOP OR FINIAL WW2

Lot #450 (Sale Order 500 of 896)

Very attractive, cast, nickel/silver plated alloy pole top. Takes the form of the NSBO emblem of a hand holding a hammer with a static swastika to its head, with a partial cogged wheel with the lettering NSBO. Pole top is 23cm in height by 15cm wide. Unmarked. Nice untouched example. The RBA, "Reichsbetriebszellenabteilung" (National-factory-cells-department), was founded in January of 1931 and was renamed the NSBO, "Nationalsozialische Betriebszellen Organization" (National-socialist Industrial-cells Organization), in March of that year. This organization acted as the NSDAP’s alternative to labor unions and communist worker groups in industrial factories. Officially a national organization, the NSBO was concentrated in the heavy industrial centers, with very little representation outside these areas. The NSBO was absorbed into the DAF in October of 1934, and ceased to exist in March of 1935.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAF PRODUCTION TRUMPET BANNER WW2

Lot #451 (Sale Order 501 of 896)

Stellar WWII Nazi German DAF Deutsche Arbeitsfront production trumpet banner for the Betriebszelleder factory which was located in Gotha Germany in Thuringia, Germany. 16 1/2 x 17 1/2 inches excluding the silver bullion fringe, double-sided, multi-piece rayon construction trimmed to all but the hoist edge in 50mm long twisted silver/aluminum wire fringe. The flag features a red base field upon which is sewn a white bordered, black DAF fourteen cog wheel encompassing a white circular field with a black mobile swastika sewn to its center with Betriebszelle der Gothaer Waggonfabp. A.G. Gotha. The reverse with simply "Die Gothas" Banner is in excellent condition missing the rings to suspend from the trumpet. Excellent Free Trade Unions in Germany were dissolved when the Nazis came to power in 1933, their members being absorbed into the newly created DAF, "Deutsche Arbeitsfront" (German Labor-front). The DAF was originally a sub-section of the NSDAP, but became an affiliated organization by 1936, and was the largest of all of the various Nazi organizations. The stated aims of the DAF were to create a national community of German professional and manual laborers, and to educate them in National Socialist principles. Membership was voluntary, but most workers chose to join to take advantage of the entertainment, sport, and travel opportunities provided by the attached KdF, "Kraft durch Freude" (Strength through Joy), welfare organization.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE FLAG 150X250 MINT

Lot #452 (Sale Order 502 of 896)

Second pattern, (Circa 1937/38-1945), single piece, dual sided, printed cotton/linen construction national war flag. The flag features a red base field with a central white/black/white/black bordered white disk with a black and white bordered black canted swastika to the center. The flag has black, vertical and horizontal bars emanating from the central disk with white/black/white borders. The canton features a white/black/white bordered black Iron Cross. The hoist edge has a small, dual-ply, reinforcement panel to each corner. The hoist edge is trimmed in white, tunnel looped, cotton/rayon blend bunting for the suspension rope. Nicely maker marked and is size marked 150 x 250 and KM eagle over "M" marked. Beautiful example with minor wear and print flaws. The first modern German war flag was introduced by Kaiser Wilhelm I in July 1867. The war flag went through a number of minor modifications through the years until it reached its final design format in September 1903. The 1903 version of the Kaiserliche Kriegsflagge, (Imperial War Flag), was utilized until it was abolished after Germany’s defeat in WWI on September 27TH 1919. On April 11TH 1921 a new national war flag was introduced that utilized Hohenzollern Empire tri-colors of black, white and red, with the Weimar era, (Circa 1919-1933), national tri-colors of black, red, and gold inserted into the canton, (upper left corner), with a black Iron Cross to the center. In March 1933, shortly after Hitler gained power, he abolished the Weimar era canton insert on the national war flag. The 1933 pattern national war flag was utilized until November 7TH 1935 when Hitler introduced a new, totally redesigned, national war flag that incorporated the NSDAP’s, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), swastika emblem. Of Note: The 1935 pattern national war flag was utilized until late 1937 or early 1938, when a slightly modified second pattern flag was introduced. The national war flag was flown on all Kriegsmarine, (Navy), warships, Luftwaffe, (Air Force), airfields and all buildings owned by the Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces). The flag was also to be hoisted daily at all occupied barracks and was also utilized at victory parades and special events along with the standard national swastika flag. This example is the second pattern War Flag, circa 1937/38-1945.

WWII NAZI NSDAP GERMAN NSDStB UNIT FLAG WW2

Lot #453 (Sale Order 503 of 896)

WWII German NSDStB unit Flag National Socialist German Students' League marching flag with heavy silver bullion fringe is double sided and in near mint condition being made from Wool and cotton. Measuring 52x46" still retains the original RZM paper tag. Near Mint The NSDStB, "National Sozialistische Deutscher Studentenbund" (National Socialist German Students’-league) was originally formed as a semi-autonomous organization in 1926, infiltrating the majority of institutions by 1930, and was under full control of the Nazi Party by 1934.

SIGNALS SS OBERSTURMBANNFÜHRER'S SHOULDER BOARDS

Lot #454 (Sale Order 504 of 896)

Slip on shoulder boards in interwoven matte silver/aluminum Russian braid with a single, gilt washed stamped aluminum pip (1942-45) to each and yellow rayon waffenfarbe piping mounted on a black wool base. The shoulder boards each have narrow black wool slip on retaining tongues intact. The shoulder boards are in overall excellent condition. Originally shoulder straps for Allgemeine-SS, (General-SS), EM/NCO’s personnel were introduced on May 26TH 1933 at the same time as the SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm Troops), shoulder straps were introduced. These first pattern shoulder straps were also worn by SS-VT, SS-Verfügungstruppe, (SS-Special Purpose Troops), and, SS-TV, SS-Totenkopfverbände units, (SS-Deaths Head units), which were to become the nucleus of the Waffen-SS, (Armed-SS). On their introduction the shoulder straps for both SS and SA personnel were identical. In July 1935 the first army style shoulder straps for EM/NCO’s were introduced to distinguish the armed SS-VT and SS-TK personnel from the political Allgemeine-SS personnel. Army style shoulder boards for Officer’s were introduced in early 1938 and in November 1939 the Waffen-SS adopted waffenfarben, (Branch of Service Colors), with each branch of service being allocated a particular identifying waffenfarbe, which was displayed as piping on the shoulder boards with lemon yellow being chosen for Signal personnel. The transition to the army style shoulder boards was pretty much complete in 1939 and these army style shoulder boards would be worn by all Waffen-SS officers ranks. Of Note: Company and Field grade officers ranks originally utilized bright silver/aluminum Russian braiding on their shoulder boards until regulations of December 1939 discontinued the bright braiding for a more subdued, less visible matte braiding for camouflage purposes although the change over was never complete accomplished.

WWII WAFFEN SS RECONNAISSANCE SHOULDER BOARDS

Lot #455 (Sale Order 505 of 896)

A pair of Sew-on style shoulder boards, constructed of matt silvery colored Russian braid, and edged with copper-brown rayon waffenfarbe (indicating Reconnaissance unit), superimposed on a black wool base; with two gilded rank pips on each board indicating the rank of Hauptsturmführer. In very fine condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EM/NCO NSKK MARINE VISOR CAP WW2

Lot #456 (Sale Order 506 of 896)

NSKK Marine (Navy) visor cap in a dark blue wool with light wear and several spots of light moth tracking. The black ribbed fabric center band with only some light damage on the rear seam. A silver finished brass NSKK eagle with black highlights is loosely attached to the top. A gold bullion wreath and cockade piece with light wear is hand applied to the top and center band. The black vulkanfibre visor with machine sewn edging presents very light wear. The enlisted ranks black patent leather chin cord exhibits the usual heat damage and the black painted steel fittings are excellent. The interior is fully lined in a blue rayon with light staining. Celluloid sweatshield has a few loose threads and is marked "E. Dalluge, Hannover". The medium brown leather sweatband has light to moderate age wear and staining, and has the two initials of "H" and "T" pinned to the right side. An uncommon visor cap. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN HEER ASSAULT GUNNER COLLAR TABS

Lot #457 (Sale Order 507 of 896)

Elongated, rectangular, field-gray wool construction collar tabs with pink rayon waffenfarbe piping and a stamped, silver washed, zinc Prussian "Danziger" style skulls and crossbones to each. The skulls and crossbones both feature circular eye and triangular nose cut-outs, embossed cranium detailing and dual rows of teeth with no bottom jaw. The skulls have a subtly pebbled background field and the crossbones extend outwards from either side of each. Original attachment prongs are complete to both. The waffenfarbe edging is visible to the reverse. Very nice worn and used pair. Excellent The use of collar ornamentation on military uniforms was utilized by numerous assorted nations with the main function being the indication of the wearers rank and/or branch of service. Development of self-propelled assault artillery to support the infantry in a close fire support role began in the late 1930's and continued through-out the war. With the development of these new weapons it was decided that crew personnel would require a uniform designed specifically for wear in the close constrains of their vehicles. The black panzer wrap uniform had proven practical in the confines of tanks, but it was determined that the color was too conspicuous for use while performing the close support role as the assault gunners were quite often required to leave their vehicles for observation within close range and view of the enemy. This consideration led to the introduction of the field-grey Sturmartillerie uniform on May 29TH 1940, with the same design and cut of the Black panzer wrap uniform. Along with the field-grey wrap tunic Sturmartillerie personnel wore the unique Panzer collar tabs which utilized the old Prussian "Danziger" style skull and crossbones. The skulls and crossbones were worn through-out the war with minor manufacturing variations.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MILITARY STICKPIN LOT OF 10 WW2

Lot #458 (Sale Order 508 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot of 10 stickpins from various organizations such as 1) Miners union 2) DRKB Veterans stickpin. 3) DRK Deutsches Rotes Kreuz stickpin with fine enamels. 4) Infantry Assault badge stickpin 5) Heer Eagle Stickpin 6) Justice Officials Stickpin. 7) RLB Deutscher Luftschutzverband (German Air Protection League) enameled stickpin 8) RLB Deutscher Luftschutzverband (German Air Protection League) stickpin 9) Police Eagle Stickpin 10) RAD Membership stickpin All stickpins are in excellent condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LOT OF POLICE NSDAP HEER SS WW2

Lot #459 (Sale Order 509 of 896)

WWII Nazi German insignia to include 1) POLIZEI VISOR CAP EAGLES. Lot of two second pattern, police cap eagles as introduced on June 25TH 1936 to replace the earlier, (Circa April 1934-June 1936), first pattern cap eagle. The single piece, silver washed, die stamped, zinc alloy construction, right facing eagles features out-stretched wings and is clutching a canted swastika in its talons. The eagle is superimposed on an embossed, vertically oval, oak-leaf wreath with the eagles wings extending beyond the outer edges of the wreath with a roughly, 55mm wingspan. The eagles and the wreath both have nice high relief detailing and the insignia is slightly convexed to fit the contours of a cap. Both of the original attachment prongs are intact to both insignias. 2) POLIZEI NCO'S SHAKO NATIONAL TRI-COLOR COCKADE LOT OF THREE. Die stamped, natural aluminum construction, vertically oval, national tri-color cockades, with five rows of a simulated, twisted, rope outer edge, encompassing a single, black painted, simulated, twisted rope inner edge, a single, ribbed, inner trim and a red painted recessed centerpiece. The reverse, of the cockades has an inset, natural aluminum, back panel secured by six, small bend over prongs, and the reverse bottom edge has an extended, closed, wire loop to secure it to the Shako (Two Missing). Nicely maker marked to all three. 3) WWII NAZI GERMAN WAFFEN SS BELT BUCKLE. Stamped steel construction, standard pattern, box buckle. The obverse of the buckle features a smooth outer field with a high relief, embossed central motif consisting of an SS style national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreath encompassing a static swastika. The swastika and wreath are in turn encompassed by a circular simulated twisted rope border with Gothic script motto, "Meine Ehre heißt Treue!", (My Honour is Loyalty!). The script is situated on a subtly textured background field and is encircled by the inner and an outer simulated twisted rope borders. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse and has the brazed buckle catch, prong bar and prongs all intact. Buckle retains 90% of its original silver wash. 4) EM/NCO'S VISOR CAP WREATH LOT OF TWO. Second pattern, (circa March 1935-May 1945), EM/NCO’s visor cap wreath lot of two. The insignias consists of a nicely detailed, stamped, high relief, opened top, silver washed, aluminum oak-leaf wreath with six small acorns. All pins complete. 5) WEIMAR PERIOD SHOULDER BOARDS AND COLLAR TAB. 6) NSDAP/POLITICAL PODIUM BANNER. A 60cm x 90cm, red cotton banner, to the center is sewn approximately 34cm diameter white disk with a black mobile printed swastika. The bottom portion of the banner has a silver-white fringe sewn to its entire length. Original attachment tie-strings. Nice worn and used example showing the expected age and wear. A 60cm x 90cm, red cotton banner, to the center is sewn approximately 34cm diameter white disk with a black mobile printed swastika. The bottom portion of the banner has a silver-white fringe sewn to its entire length. Shows heavy wear

WWII LUFTWAFFE PARATROOPER FALLSCHIRMJAGER HELMET

Lot #460 (Sale Order 510 of 896)

Nazi German WWII Luftwaffe Paratrooper Fallschirmjager Combat Jump Helmet. This is a single decal paratrooper helmet with slotted bolts with the vent holes. It has a dark green painted finish. The left side has the flying Luftwaffe eagle decal. The interior has the brown leather liner that is marked 'Baumuster : Helsler Berlin C 2 Hersteller Schubert Werke Kopfwoller Gr 55 Stahlelm Gr 66'. The inside skirt is maker and size marked 'ET 66'. The stamped batch number reads '5058'. Excellent As a result of observations of the Russian experimentation with the newly developing paratroop personnel in 1928 the Germans began serious consideration of also developing paratroop units and plans were drawn up for formation of such units in late 1935. Both the Luftwaffe and Army eventually established paratrooper units, consisting of voluntary personnel, on January 29TH 1936 and March 31ST 1937 respectively and a paratroop training school was established at Stendal in early 1937. Originally development of special clothing and equipment was undertaken by both branches of service to provide the paratroopers with functional items specifically designed with parachute jumps in mind until January 1ST 1939 when all the paratrooper units were transferred to control of the Luftwaffe. One of the items developed for the paratroopers was a specially designed helmet first introduced in 1935. This first pattern helmet was found unsuitable and a second pattern was introduced on June 16TH 1938, and remained in use until the end of the war with minor variations.

WWII US ARMY PARATROOPER OVAL SHOULDER SLEEVE LOT

Lot #461 (Sale Order 511 of 896)

WWII US Army Airborne Insignia lot to include 1) Original Felt 501st PIR 101st Airborne Jump Wing Oval: This is a very nice original 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment 101st Airborne jump wing oval background on felt with the embroidered jump wing in the middle. This is a hard to find oval. The oval is in nice used condition. 2) Original Twill 541st PIR Oval: This is a very nice original 541st Parachute Infantry Regiment oval background on twill. The oval is in used condition. This is a nice oval. 3) US Army Airborne Artillery Pocket Patch. WWII US Army Parachute Artillery pocket patch. Patch is direct embroidered on felt and is 100% to the period of WWII. 4) Original 101st Airborne Division Patch: nThis is a very nice original 2 piece Type 2 101st Airborne Division patch with tab. The patch is in used condition. 5) Original 1 Piece 82nd Airborne Division Patch With Uncut Green Center: This is an original white back 1 piece 82nd Airborne Division patch with the hard to find uncut green center. The patch is in nice condition. This is a nice hard to find patch. 6) Original 1 Piece 17th Airborne Patch With Uncut Center: This is an original white back 1 piece reversed claw 17th Airborne patch with the hard to find uncut center. The patch is in nice condition.

WWII 1ST CAVALRY DIV. THEATER MADE BULLION PATCHES

Lot #462 (Sale Order 512 of 896)

1st Cavalry Division Japanese Made Bullion Patch Lot of Two. WWII Occupation Period 1st Cavalry Division Bullion Patches. Thick gold ribbon like bullion with black velvet and silk horse head and bend. Both are Japanese made and one was cut from the uniform. Excellent Combat chronicle Although being part of the III Corps and participating in European battles such as D- Day, Aachen, Hürtgen Forest, Battle of the Bulge, and the Battle of Remagen, most of the 1st Cavalry Division arrived in Australia as shown above, continued its training at Strathpine, Queensland, until 26 July, then moved to New Guinea to stage for the Admiralties campaign 22–27 February 1944. The division experienced its first combat in the Admiralty Islands, units landing at Los Negros on 29 February 1944. Momote airstrip was secured against great odds. Attacks by Japanese were thrown back, and the enemy force surrounded by the end of March. Nearby islands were taken in April and May. The division next took part in the invasion of Leyte, 20 October 1944, captured Tacloban and the adjacent airstrip, advanced along the north coast, and secured Leyte Valley, elements landing on and securing Samar Island. Moving down Ormoc Valley (in Leyte) and across the Ormoc plain, the division reached the west coast of Leyte 1 January 1945. The division then invaded Luzon, landing in the Lingayen Gulf area 27 January 1945, and fought its way as a "flying column" to Manila by 3 February 1945. More than 3,000 civilian prisoners at the University of Santo Tomas, including more than 60 US Army nurses (some of the "Angels of Bataan and Corregidor") were liberated, and the 1st Cavalry then advanced east of Manila by the middle of February before the city was cleared. On 20 February the division was assigned the mission of seizing and securing crossings over the Marikina River and securing the Tagaytay-Antipolo Line. After being relieved 12 March in the Antipolo area, elements pushed south into Batangas and provinces of Bicol Region together with recognized guerrillas. They mopped up remaining pockets of resistance in these areas in small unit actions. Resistance was officially declared at an end on 1 July 1945. Casualties Total battle casualties: 4,055 Killed in action: 734 Wounded in action: 3,311 Missing in action: 9 Prisoner of war: 1

WWII OFFICIAL US ARMY PHOTOGRAPHER BREAST BADGE

Lot #463 (Sale Order 513 of 896)

Beautiful, WWII US Army photographer badge. Badge measures roughly 2 3/8 and is made of stamped brass with nickel plating and has a long hinged pin with simple C catch. The vaulted badge says "OFFICIAL U.S. ARMY WAR PHOTOGRAPHER". This badge is 100% original and to the period. Photographers were attached, not assigned, to units and were identified by an arm or shoulder patch and other insignia. Military photographers were usually enlisted men, with the same training and uniforms as other soldiers. The Corps coordinated communication for air, ground, and naval units during the war, providing technology, services, and personnel. In addition to its primary role in military transmissions, the unit produced training films for army and civilian personnel and documented the war.

WWII BRITISH MADE 101ST AIRBORNE PATCH ROCKER WW2

Lot #464 (Sale Order 514 of 896)

British made, 101st Airborne, shoulder patch with correct wool rocker. Patch is 100% original to the period of WWII and does not react to Uv. light. Patch and rocker was removed from the tunic. The 101st Airborne Division was activated 16 August 1942 at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana. On 19 August 1942, its first commander, Major General William C. Lee, promised his new recruits that the 101st had "no history but had a rendezvous with destiny." In his first address to his soldiers the day the division was born, Lee read General Order Number 5 dated 19 August 1942: The 101st Airborne Division, which was activated on 16 August 1942, at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana, has no history, but it has a rendezvous with destiny. Due to the nature of our armament, and the tactics in which we shall perfect ourselves, we shall be called upon to carry out operations of far-reaching military importance and we shall habitually go into action when the need is immediate and extreme. Let me call your attention to the fact that our badge is the great American eagle. This is a fitting emblem for a division that will crush its enemies by falling upon them like a thunderbolt from the skies. The history we shall make, the record of high achievement we hope to write in the annals of the American Army and the American people, depends wholly and completely on the men of this division. Each individual, each officer and each enlisted man, must therefore regard himself as a necessary part of a complex and powerful instrument for the overcoming of the enemies of the nation. Each, in his own job, must realize that he is not only a means, but an indispensable means for obtaining the goal of victory. It is, therefore, not too much to say that the future itself, in whose molding we expect to have our share, is in the hands of the soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division. D-day The Pathfinders of the 101st Airborne Division led the way on D-Day in the night drop prior to the invasion. They left from RAF North Witham having trained there with the 82nd Airborne Division. The 101st Airborne Division's objectives were to secure the four causeway exits behind Utah Beach, destroy a German coastal artillery battery at Saint-Martin-de-Varreville, capture buildings nearby at Mésières believed used as barracks and a command post for the artillery battery, capture the Douve River lock at La Barquette (opposite Carentan), capture two footbridges spanning the Douve at La Porte opposite Brévands, destroy the highway bridges over the Douve at Saint-Côme-du-Mont, and secure the Douve River valley. In the process units also disrupted German communications, established roadblocks to hamper the movement of German reinforcements, established a defensive line between the beachhead and Valognes, cleared the area of the drop zones to the unit boundary at Les Forges, and linked up with the 82nd Airborne Division. Operation Market Garden On 17 September 1944, the division became part of the XVIII Airborne Corps in the First Allied Airborne Army. The division took part in Operation Market Garden (17–25 September 1944), an unsuccessful Allied military operation under Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery to capture Dutch bridges over the Rhine fought in the Netherlands and the largest airborne operation of all time. The plan, as outlined by Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, required the seizure by airborne forces of several bridges on the Highway 69 across the Maas (Meuse River) and two arms of the Rhine (the Waal and the Lower Rhine), as well as several smaller canals and tributaries. Crossing these bridges would allow British armoured units to outflank the Siegfried Line, advance into northern Germany, and encircle the Ruhr, Germany's industrial heartland, thus ending the war. This meant the large-scale use of Allied airborne forces, including both the 82nd and 101st. The operation was initially successful. Several bridges between Eindhoven and Nijmegen were captured by the 82nd and 101st. The 101st met little resistance and captured most of their initial objectives by the end of 17 September. However, the demolition of the division's primary objective, a bridge over the Wilhelmina Canal at Son, delayed the capture of the main road bridge over the Maas until 20 September. Faced with the loss of the bridge at Son, the 101st unsuccessfully attempted to capture a similar bridge a few kilometers away at Best but found the approach blocked. Other units continued moving to the south and eventually reached the northern end of Eindhoven. At 06:00 hours on 18 September the Irish Guards resumed the advance while facing determined resistance from German infantry and tanks. Around noon the 101st Airborne were met by the lead reconnaissance units from XXX Corps. At 16:00 radio contact alerted the main force that the Son bridge had been destroyed and requested that a Bailey bridge be brought forward.

WWII US ARMY M43 FIELD JACKET & TROUSERS W DOG TAG

Lot #465 (Sale Order 515 of 896)

WWII US Army M43 Jacket and Trousers. U.S. M43 FIELD JACKET. An olive drab, lightly padded, 3/4 length, canvas jacket. It has a six button French fly front closure, two patch saddlebag breast pockets and two horizontal slash, internal hip pockets, all four with scalloped button down flaps, which hide the buttons. The button cuffs have outside sleeve slashes with internal wind flaps. The fold back lapels have a, dual button holed, turn up flap under left lapel with a securing button. The lay down collar has a button under each forward edge, for the fold up flap and/or hood attachment while to each shoulder are button down shoulder straps. The fully lined interior comes with a tunnel looped drawstring at waist line. The jacket has a chest measuring 34R". Shows light/moderate usage and wear with some fading to the fabric. Jacket has First Sergeants Chevrons and a beautifully applied 1st Cavalry SSI. M43 TROUSERS. M1943 1st PATTERN 13 STAR TROUSERS FIELD SATEEN PANTS 32X32. Clean, Solid & in Great Condition For Their Age. Show typical light wear, use & fade. No damage, holes, repairs.

WWII USS HOGGATT BAY CVE-75 VC-14 SQUADRON PATCH

Lot #466 (Sale Order 516 of 896)

WWII US Navy Named and Patched Aviator Kit Bag from a Veteran who served on the USS Hoggatt Bay CVE-75 and was a backseat gunner on a Grumman TBF Avenger. The bag shows signs of use but the leather tag and canvas squadron patch are in excellent condition. The gunner was C.O. Emery USNR. The squadron patch is VC-14 and measures 6 1/2 inches wide and made of canvas. Service history After intensive training off the California coast, Hoggatt Bay transported aircraft and crews to Pearl Harbor from 10–25 March 1944. Upon her return and further training in antisubmarine work, she sailed on 1 May for Pearl Harbor and Majuro. The combination of escort carriers and destroyers had proven itself effective against submarines in the Battle of the Atlantic, and was now to be used in the Pacific against the Japanese. Hoggatt Bay and a group of destroyers and destroyer escorts patrolled in the southwest Pacific from 26 May-19 June with notable success. England scored a kill on Ro-105 on 31 May and Taylor sank Ro-111 with depth charges and gunfire 11 June. These operations and those of other groups did much to reduce Japanese submarine interference with the invasion of the Marianas. Returning to the patrol area after a brief stay at Eniwetok, Hoggatt Bay's group provided air support and cover for the Marianas operation from 5 July–9 August, after which the ships returned to Manus Island. Next on the timetable of Pacific conquest was Peleliu, a valuable air base for further advances, and Hoggatt Bay sortied 1 September to furnish antisubmarine protection and search planes for the invasion. For nearly two months the escort carrier cruised these seas south and west of the Marianas in support of American operations. Samuel S. Miles, a member of her group, sank I-177 on 3 October, and later in the month planes from Hoggatt Bay helped provide air cover for Houston as she struggled toward Ulithi. The ship arrived at Ulithi on 28 October, and sailed on 10 November to provide air support for the developing campaign in the Philippines. This was followed by amphibious exercises in Huon Gulf, New Guinea, in preparation for the Lingayen unit operations. Arriving at Manus on 20 December 1944, Hoggatt Bay joined the great task force which departed from that and other staging bases in late December for Lingayen Gulf. The voyage through the Philippines was a perilous one, as the Japanese attacked with their last desperate weapon, the suicide plane. Crewmen on Hoggatt Bay and the other ships fought continuously after 3 January, downing many of the attackers, but Ommaney Bay was lost and other ships damaged. Arriving Lingayen Gulf on 6 January, Hoggatt Bay sent her carrier planes in to support the landings and destroy strong points despite suicide attacks; this vital work continued until 17 January, when the ship set course for Ulithi, and then San Diego. Temporary repairs at Ulithi and more extensively at San Diego were necessitated by an accidental explosion of bombs as aircraft landed onboard on 15 January off Luzon, Philippine Islands. The veteran escort carrier returned to San Diego 15 February 1945, and after much-needed repairs sailed 6 April to join the vast fleet arrayed off Okinawa in support of the invasion. She arrived Okinawa 8 May via Pearl Harbor and Ulithi and immediately took station south of the island to lend her aircraft to the carrier air forces engaged in the operation. Her planes flew direct support missions, photographic flights, and supply drops during the period from 8 May-24 June. Hoggatt Bay arrived at Leyte Gulf on 27 June, and after a month of training sailed on 28 July for Adak, Alaska. The surrender came while the carrier was en route, however, and the planned operation was replaced by occupation plans. After her arrival on 18 August, Hoggatt Bay sailed for Ominato. She arrived September and supported the occupation of Hokkaido and northern Honshu. During this period aircraft from the ship discovered many Japanese prison camps, and the ship had the pleasure of evacuating Lieutenant Colonel James Devereux, Marine Commander at Wake Island when captured by the Japanese. Hoggatt Bay also participated in the occupation of Aomori before anchoring in Tokyo Bay on 27 September. The escort carrier departed Tokyo on 30 September and, after a brief service with the "Magic Carpet" fleet, returned to Boston and was decommissioned on 20 July 1946. Operational history U.S. Navy On the afternoon of 7 December 1941, Grumman held a ceremony to open a new manufacturing plant and display the new TBF to the public. Coincidentally, on that day, the Imperial Japanese Navy attacked Pearl Harbor, as Grumman soon found out. After the ceremony was over, the plant was quickly sealed off to guard against possible sabotage. By early June 1942, a shipment of more than 100 aircraft was sent to the Navy, arriving only a few hours after the three carriers quickly departed from Pearl Harbor, so most of them were too late to participate in the piv

WWII US ARMY HBT FATIGUE COMBAT JACKET & TROUSERS

Lot #467 (Sale Order 517 of 896)

A "Jacket Herringbone Twill OD-7 Special jacket and trousers. The jacket has a eight button opening, with each being from blackened alloy, with the 13 stars embossed on the top. This signifying the first 13 states. It has two large pleated breast patch pockets with buttons. In the interior, there is a stamped 42R. The matching herring bone twill, olive drab trousers have a five button French fly, with two buttons and buttonholes at the waist. Two large bellow pockets or cargo pockets are sewn to each side that flaps and buttons closure. A tag sewn to the inside of the waistband indicates "W32" "L33". Both show minimal to no wear.

WWII US ARMY AIR CORPS PILOT SCARF 544th BOMB SQ.

Lot #468 (Sale Order 518 of 896)

WWII US Army Air Corps embroidered Pilot's Silk Scarf for an aircraft called Weary Willie measuring 46 inches wide and in excellent condition. Aircraft Details Serial Number: 42-5883 Name: WEARY WILLIE / NO NAME JIVE Manufacturer: Built by the Vega Aircraft Corporation, a subsidiary of Lockheed Corporation Squadron: 544th Bombardment Squadron (H) Squadron ID Code: 544th-SU*D Start Date: 6 July 1943. Transferred: received from the 96th BG. Missions: This aircraft was credited with 3 combat missions with the 384th. End Date: 25 July 1943. Failed to return from combat operations. Photo Album: No Photo Album For This Aircraft Production Block: B-17F-30-VE History: 42-5883 Delivered to Long Beach, California on 20 April 1943. Moved to New Castle Army Air Field, Delaware on 30 April 1943 and then to Presque Isle, Maine on 5 May 1943. Assigned to the 413th Bombardment Squadron, 96th Bombardment Group at Andrews Field, Maryland (named OLD PUSS II). Moved to Snetterton Heath, Station 138, UK on 12 June 1943. Transferred to the 544th Bombardment Squadron, squadron code SU*D, 384th Bombardment Group, Station 106, on 6 July 1943. The ship went Missing in action (MIA) on a mission to Hamburg, Germany on 25 July 1943. Pilot Thomas J. Estes, Copilot James M. Merritt, Navigator John J. Dubois, Bombardier David H. David, Engineer/Top Turret Gunner David L. Cochran, Radio Operator Frederick S. Wagner {in attempting to release some hung up bombs, Wagner's oxygen failed and he fell out of the bomb bay, but eventually came round and pulled his rip-cord, landing safely}, Ball Turret Gunner William J. O'Donnell, Tail Gunner Barton C. McDuffie, Waist Gunner James M. Self and Waist Gunner George Ursta landed safely (10 RTD). The aircraft was shot down by enemy aircraft and ditched in the North Sea, Northwest of Heligoland, Germany. The crew was eventually picked up by a Danish fisherman who transferred them to an Air Service Rescue launch. Aircraft Name: WEARY WILLIE aka NO NAME JIVE Activation and training The squadron was first organized at Gowen Field, Idaho on 1 December 1942 as one of the original four squadrons of the 384th Bombardment Group. It moved the next month to Wendover Field, Utah, where it began training with the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress. It completed training in May 1943, and began its move to the European Theater of Operations. The ground echelon departed Sioux City Army Air Base, Iowa for the Port of Embarkation at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey on 10 May and sailed on the RMS Queen Elizabeth on 23 May 1943. The air echelon staged through Kearney Army Air Field Nebraska starting on 3 May and ferried their B-17s via the northern ferry route. The first planes arrived at RAF Grafton Underwood on 25 May 1943. Combat in Europe The squadron arrived at its combat station, RAF Grafton Underwood on 6 June 1943. It flew its first mission on 23 June, a diversionary strike against the Ford and General Motors plants at Antwerp. The squadron primarily flew missions in the strategic bombing campaign against Germany, striking air bases and industrial targets in France and Germany. Targets included Orleans/Bricy and Nancy/Azelot Airfields, an engine manufacturing factory at Cologne, a coke distillation facility at Gelsenkirchen, an aircraft component plant at Halberstadt, a steel manufacturing plant at Magdeburg and the ball bearing factory at Schweinfurt. The squadron participated in a raid on aircraft factories in Germany on 11 January 1944 for which it was awarded a Distinguished Unit Citation (DUC). This was a prelude to Big Week, a concentrated series of raids by Eighth Air Force, aimed at destroying Germany's aircraft manufacturing industry in late February. On 24 April 1944, the 384th Group, although crippled by heavy losses, led the 41st Bombardment Wing, in an attack on the Dornier Flugzeugwerke aircraft manufacturing plant at Oberpfaffenhofen, pressing the attack through almost overwhelming opposition. One group commander described the opposition on this mission as the heaviest he had seen during the war. This mission resulted in the award of a second DUC to the squadron. Other strategic targets included communications centers, oil refineries and storage facilities at Leipzig and Berlin, marshalling yards at Duren and Mannheim, and port facilities. The squadron was occasionally diverted from the strategic bombing campaign to fly air support and interdiction missions. It attacked targets along the coast of Normandy to support Operation Overlord, continuing these attacks through D-Day, when it attacked airfields and communications facilities beyond the beachhead. On 24 and 25 July 1944, it supported Operation Cobra, the breakout at Saint Lo with attacks on enemy strong points just beyond enemy lines. It hit armor and artillery concentrations near Eindhoven to support Operation Market Garden, the attempt to seize a bridgehead across the Rhine in the Netherlands during September 1944.

WW2 BRITISH FAIRBAIRN/SYKES FIGHTING KNIFE SHEATH

Lot #469 (Sale Order 519 of 896)

A third pattern Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife with a 17cm stiletto style blade with high central spine. The cast blackened brass handle, with twenty-seven concentric rings, is marked with a "3" which indicates the mold that was used to make it. The knife has a straight 2" wide crossguard. The brown leather scabbard has a, round tipped, riveted on, blackened brass fitting to the bottom and raised, stitched spine to reverse. Sewn to the spine are leather tabs that were used for stitching the sheath to clothing. Riveted to the top of the scabbard is a leather tab with slashes for leg straps and the remains of the elastic retaining strap for the knife. The Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife came about through the need for a good fighting knife for the newly formed commando units. W. E. Fairbairn, E. A. Sykes and Robert Wilkinson Latham of the Wilkinson Sword Company, had a meeting in November of 1940 at which W. E. Fairbairn and E. A. Sykes described the knife they wanted and preliminary sketches were drawn up and the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife was created. There were three major patterns of the knife produced.

WWII 37MM ARTILLERY SHEL LOT US GERMAN JAPANESE

Lot #470 (Sale Order 520 of 896)

Lot of three ordnance shells to include 1) GERMAN NAZI 37 CM FLAK 18 1938 ARTILLERY SHELL ROUND. Approx. 13.75" long overall. Base is marked 37 cm Flak 18 2) US 37MM M17 SHELL 1941. Shell is in excellent condition with a practice blue painted shell. 3) WWII Imperial Japanese Army Type 1 / Type 11 / Type 94 37mm Cannon Round. Imperial Japanese Army 37mm AP Round, as in conjunction with the Type 94 Ant-Tank Cannon in excellent condition

WW1 & WWII TRENCH ART LIGHTERS LOT OF 4 WW2

Lot #471 (Sale Order 521 of 896)

WW1 & WWII trench art lighters lot of four, all utilizing British French and Dutch coins to both sides of the lighters. All are missing their strikers

WWII NAZI GERMAN LOT KM DSV NSDAP PLAQUE AWARD DOC

Lot #472 (Sale Order 522 of 896)

WWII Nazi German items to include 1) NSV plaque on a contemporary wood base measuring 4 1/4 X 4 1/4 inches with the text "Haus Bettel Und Hausieren Verboten Unterstützung Allein Durch Amtsstellen" or House begging and peddling forbidden support solely from government agencies. The NSV, National Sozialistische Volkswohlfahrt, (National Socialist People’s Welfare Organization), was an NSDAP affiliated organization formed in May 1933 from personnel of the preceding DVD. Deutscher Volkswohl Dienst, (German Social Welfare Service), instituted by Otto von Bismarck. The NSV was responsible for a wide range of Social services including the WHW, Winter Hilf Werk, (Winter Assistance Work), and worked closely with the DRK, Deutsches Rotes Kreuz, (German Red Cross). 2) Small red enameled bowl with Eagle M stamp to the bottom 3) Bronze, Silver and Gold award documents awarded obtained at Gymnastics and sports festivals of the DSLR district from 1935 to 1940. All three folios are excellent 4) WW1 German POW Camp aluminum Match Safe. 5) Nazi original pack of 20 cigarettes 6) Nazi German Wehrmacht 3rd Infantry Dog Tag 7) Nazi issued prophylactic

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE CASED SCHNAPPS GLASS +

Lot #473 (Sale Order 523 of 896)

WWII Nazi items to include 1) Cased Silver Shot Glass with a Luftwaffe dedication Fliegerhorstkommandantur Schweinfurt 1. 8. 37 -15.7. 39 which is the Headquarters of the Air Base at Schweinfurt .835 silver marked. WTP marked as well as stamped with half-moon and crown. 2) Small silvered cup measuring 2 3/4 Schnapps glass with a canted Swastika to the front.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PERIOD JEWELRY STICKPIN PINS WW2

Lot #474 (Sale Order 524 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Third Reich Jewelry including 1) Cased two Art Deco Canted Swastika Pins in the original manufactures box in Sterling made by G.u.C. Reirsamer of Salzburg. Box measures roughly 2 1/2 inches wide. Display stand is contemporary 2) Nazi Stick pin in gold gild.

German Hitler Youth Leader Dagger Blood and Honor

Lot #475 (Sale Order 525 of 896)

German Hitler Youth Leader Dagger Blood and Honor: Measures 10" long. Marked "Blut End Ehre" blood and honor. and other side Rudolf Dietrich.

WWII NAZI GERMAN STOPWATCH BY JUNGHANS W/ CASE WW2

Lot #476 (Sale Order 526 of 896)

Steel-cased stopwatch, approx. 2" dia., manufactured by German maker Junghans. The watch features an open face with a sixty-second timer, with a smaller inset thirty-minute timer. The back of the blackened case is engraved with a national eagle. The swastika beneath the eagle in this specimen is very light. The watch winds, runs, and resets in good form, with the movement appearing to operate perfectly. Very good to fine. Included also is the outer case and watch chain

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP SWASTIKA BRACELET WW2

Lot #477 (Sale Order 527 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Silver and Opaque Amber and to the top a canted silver Swastika measuring 6 1.4 inches ad in excellent condition.

U.S. WWII & KOREAN WAR M8 & M8A1SCABBARD LOT (3)

Lot #478 (Sale Order 528 of 896)

A lot of three M8 scabbards; two are WW2 M8 scabbards and one is a M8A1 korean War scabbard. All three manufactured by the B.M. Co. Excellent.

WWII VICTORY PLAYING CARDS ANTI MUSSOLINI HITLER

Lot #479 (Sale Order 529 of 896)

WWII VICTORY playing cards are complete and in excellent condition. Each card measures 2 1/4" x 3 1/2". Hitler and Mussolini share space on the Joker card. Uncle Sam is the king, The Statue of Liberty is Queen, and the troops are on the Jacks. The ace and all numbered cards are traditional style playing cards. MINT

WWII ARMY PATHFINDER AIRBORNE RECOGNITION PANEL

Lot #480 (Sale Order 530 of 896)

World War Two Pathfinder panel marker Panel AL - 141 - B Yellow. 1945 dated; 7293-Phila-45-58. Canvas in overall excellent condition with 12 foot x 30 inch panel.

WWII US ARMY LEATHER AIR CORPS BLOOD CHIT WW2

Lot #481 (Sale Order 531 of 896)

Beautiful WWII US Army Air Corps grouping consisting of a large leather blood chit measuring 9 1/2 X 8 1/4 inches and having never been on a jacket. Gen. Claire L. Chennault’s Flying Tigers, having cloth patches depicting the Chinese flag and some Chinese lettering sewn onto the back sides of their flight suits and A-2 jackets? Those pieces of fabric were known as rescue patches, later called “blood chits.” They identified the wearers as Americans helping China fight the Japanese and requested the Chinese people to assist them. They represented a pass to safety for those who crashed or bailed out in areas occupied by the enemy. Blood chits were not only cloth patches. They also were cards or sometimes letters with a promise of reward directed to anyone who would assist a downed flier. In the early days of World War II, the British routinely issued blood chits to their aircrews, including several types in 1940 to fliers in Ethiopia. When the US entered the war, the American air services adopted the practice and they were eventually issued in all theaters of combat operations by all the western Allies. Blood chits were duly honored and the helpers were rewarded with money or gifts. Later, chits were printed in nearly 50 languages, including many European, North African, and Asian tongues. Not all of them contained the same statements, but all were bona fide government IOUs promising to reward those who assisted Allied airmen.

WWII EARLY FLYING TIGER CBI LEATHER BLOOD CHIT WW2

Lot #482 (Sale Order 532 of 896)

Original WWII China, Burma, India "CBI" Leather Blood Chit. These were provided to Air Crews to Identify them as shot down & help would be re-payed in Gold. The "CHIT" measures 11" by 9 1/2" Excellent and has been removed from the flight jacket. More detail and insight of "BloodChits".... Lt. Gen. Claire L. Chennault’s Flying Tigers, having cloth patches depicting the Chinese flag and some Chinese lettering sewn onto the back sides of their flight suits and A-2 jackets? Those pieces of fabric were known as rescue patches, later called “blood chits.” They identified the wearers as Americans helping China fight the Japanese and requested the Chinese people to assist them. They represented a pass to safety for those who crashed or bailed out in areas occupied by the enemy. Blood chits were not only cloth patches. They also were cards or sometimes letters with a promise of reward directed to anyone who would assist a downed flier. In the early days of World War II, the British routinely issued blood chits to their aircrews, including several types in 1940 to fliers in Ethiopia. When the US entered the war, the American air services adopted the practice and they were eventually issued in all theaters of combat operations by all the western Allies. Blood chits were duly honored and the helpers were rewarded with money or gifts. Later, chits were printed in nearly 50 languages, including many European, North African, and Asian tongues. Not all of them contained the same statements, but all were bona fide government IOUs promising to reward those who assisted Allied airmen.

WWII US ARMY WAC INSIGNIA LOT WITH ID WW2

Lot #483 (Sale Order 533 of 896)

Lot of WWII US Army WAC Women's Army Corps insignia grouping consisting of Lt. Helen Lawrence photo ID and service medals and ribbon bars all housed in a leather folder. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA DAGGER M7/42 WKC RARE MAKER

Lot #484 (Sale Order 534 of 896)

Nice quality dagger features a roughly, 8 3/4", (22.2 cm), long double edged nickel/silver plated drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 13 5/8" (34.7 cm). The nickel/silver plated blade shows light scabbard runners and most of the original cross graining still being visible. The obverse of the blade has the nice, deep, well defined, acid etched Fraktur style, script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All/Everything for Germany), which is crisp and well defined. Maker marked to "M7/42" WKC. The dagger has the plated nickel crossguard, pommel, and tang nut. The dagger has a very nicely contoured, reddish tinged, brown, stained, hardwood grip, which has a nice snug fit to both the top and bottom fittings. The grip has a nicely inset, solid nickel/silver national eagle and a nickel/silver and enameled runic SA button both intact. The dagger comes with it’s original, coppery brown, painted, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. Excellent The SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), was originally formed in the August 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), and as with the NSDAP the SA was structure along para-military lines. The SA recruited most of its personnel from the ranks of the various Freikorps, (Free Corps), groups composed mainly of disgruntled, ex-WWI soldiers and was first utilized at a NSDAP meeting in Munich in November 1921.The SA M33 service dagger was the first dagger officially sanctioned by the NSDAP and was introduced on December 15TH 1933. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was adapted by Professor Woenne of the Solingen School of Commerce who had based it on the traditional 16TH century, Swiss "Holbein", "Baselard" or "Basilard", hunting dagger with the original design being attributed to the Hans Holbein the Younger, (Circa 1497-1543). Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality, solid, nickel/silver fittings while later models had cheaper, nickel/silver plated fittings and painted scabbards. Regulations dictated that the daggers were to worn on the left side of the waist belt suspended by a specific, dagger hanger. In late 1934 items manufactured for the SA including daggers and accoutrements came under the quality control of the RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster) and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: The RZM was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Production of the SA M33 dagger was discontinued sometime in 1943. Of Note: Other daggers initiated by the SA included the Marine-SA Dagger, circa 1933-34, originally with black grip and scabbard and later with brown grip and scabbard but with brass colored fittings, the short lived, (Circa February 3RD 1934-July 4TH 1934), SA-Stabschef, (SA-Chief of Staff), Ernst Röhm Dedication Dagger with the inscription, "In herzlicher Freundschaft Ernst Röhm", (In heartfelt Friendship Ernst Röhm). After Röhm’s demise the new SA-Stabschef, Viktor Lutze introduced the SA Honour Dagger, circa 1935, the SA Standarte Feldhernnhalle Dagger, circa 1937, the SA High Leader’s Honour Dagger, circa 1938 and the Special SA Presentation Dagger circa 1938-39.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 8.8 FLAK SHELL SPORTSFEST KNIFE

Lot #485 (Sale Order 535 of 896)

Lot of Nazi German militaria to include 1) 1937 P319 8,8 Cm Flak 18 Waa806 Ammo Shell Trench Art Shell 2) Deutsches Turn-und Sportfest Breslau 1938 Pocket Knife. This example is in excellent shape and measures 8.2cm (3 1/4) inches closed and was sold at a sporting event.

CHINESE PILOT TK-1 HIGH ALTITUDE FLIGHT HELMET

Lot #486 (Sale Order 536 of 896)

CHINESE PILOT TK-1 HIGH ALTITUDE FLIGHT HELMET. Complete with comms and carrying bag. Size: Medium

WWII US MILITARY UNIFORM LOT CBI MERRILLS MARAUDER

Lot #487 (Sale Order 537 of 896)

US Army Military lot to include 1) WWII US Army Signal Corps lieutenant's uniform of the CBI or China Burma India. The jacket is named to Frank B. Tenny and is a size 38R and comes complete with matching trousers. The jacket has 4 bullion overseas stripes and standard US and Signal Corps collar insignia and lastly a beautiful Bullion shoulder sleeve insignia. 2) Ike jacket of a Merrils Marauders veteran. Uniform is a beautiful Ike jacket with 5th Army and a Merrils Marauders shoulder patches. The ribbon bar has the following Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Good Conduct, American Defense Service, American Campaign, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign with two stars, Winged Victory, Army of Occupation, Medal for Humane Action and lastly National Defense Medal. The only markings I could find in the jacket are in pen "4488" so I am assuming this is his last four of his ASN. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN NORMANDY CAMO HEER HELMET WW2

Lot #488 (Sale Order 538 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction helmet retains about 60% of its field-applied, camouflage over-paint in random splotches of green tan and brown with spots of wear to the base steel, primarily to the crown. The interior of the helmet has an heavily aged and used and missing the M31 tan leather liner. Due to the overpaint I can't read the lot or the maker and size bbut appears to be a size 64. Very Good The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII USN FIGHTING KNIFE LOT MK1 & KA-BAR KNIVES

Lot #489 (Sale Order 539 of 896)

WWII US Fighting Knife lot to include 1) MILITARY FIXED BLADE FIGHTING KNIFE KA-BAR. This unfullered blade measures 5 1/8 inches and is in excellent condition with a leather washer handle marked KA-BAR OLEAN. N.Y. Blade shows minor sharpening and the scabbard has minor loss to the bottom of the sheath. Very Good. 2) US WWII USN MARK 1 UTILTY KNIFE, GENEVA FORGE MFG. Standard pattern USN Mk1 utility knife made by the firm of Geneva Forge. Maker marked on the obverse ricasso and a large format U.S.N. on the reverse. The blade retains it's proper configuration, with traces of its original finish and evidence of normal service wear and use. Typical stacked leather grip in good repair with no missing segments or chipping. Unique pattern cast aluminum pommel. Leather scabbard is still supple and in very good condition.

WWII US MADE FIGHTING KNIFE LOT RH 34 & E.G.W. WW2

Lot #490 (Sale Order 540 of 896)

WWII US Fighting Knife lot to include 1) RH PAL 34 Knife & Leather Sheath in excellent condition. The knife features a full tang, metal and wood pummel, and tight leather handle. The knife is marked "RH Pal -34 Made in U.S.A." and the sheath is marked "Pal The Hallmark Of Fine Cutlery." The knife and sheath are in excellent condition, with signs of careful use. The knife measure 9 1/4" L with a 4 1/2" Blade. 2) E.G. Waterman Company of New York City produced WWII survival knife. These knives were very popular among USGIs during WW2 due to their versatility. While not official U.S. issue, private purchase knives were extremely common. Multiple variations were made with both wood and leather handles (see page 165 of U.S. Military Knives Collector's Guide By Silvey & Boyd). This is the more desirable leather washer handle version. Overall length of the knife is 8 3/4 inches, with a 5 1/4 inch drop point sawback blade, complete with a cap lifter. The leather scabbard is marked to Henry F. Holloway 3rd CAMP DUDLEY 6498.

POST WAR CASTLE KNIFE CO. FAIRBAIRN SYKES STILETTO

Lot #491 (Sale Order 541 of 896)

POST WAR CASTLE KNIFE CO. 1ST PATTERN "S" GUARD & UMMARKED PROTOTYPE KNIFE (2 KNIVES OFFERED) . After WW2, Knife Expert, and author William Cassidy worked with Fairbairn's Estate (Daughter Dorothea Fairbairn) and developed a high end copy of the 1st Pattern "S" Guard F-S Knife (sans the square shank ricasso). These are very high end knives, with no shortcuts. The deep bright polish thick blades are factory sharpened. Both blades measure a full length 6 15/16" in length. "W .E. Fairbairn", The F-S Fighting Knife are engraved/etched on one side, while Castle Knife Co. / Sheffield England on the other. The prototype lacks any markings. The crossguards are brass, while the deep course checkered handles are of mortuary grade Bronze. The original production in England amounted to just 1000 knives.

WWII MARINE RAIDER FIGHTING KNIFE BY CAMILLUS WW2

Lot #492 (Sale Order 542 of 896)

WWII U.S. MARINE CORPS RAIDER STILETTO FIGHTING KNIFE. Circa 1942 U.S. Marine Corps Raider issue Stiletto Fighting Knife. This is a textbook example of one of these very rare CAMILLUS manufactured knives. The handles on these are very fragile as they were manufactured of a zinc alloy that has almost always cracked over the years. This knife exhibits none of this cracking. The blade remains in its full 7.2 inches in length and has never been re-tipped but does have very light pitting and graying top the blade overall.

BERYLCO US MARKED SURVIVAL CRASH AXE W/ SCABBARD

Lot #493 (Sale Order 543 of 896)

US Air Corps Berylco Survival Crash Axe and Wrench with scabbard. Designed specifically for its non-sparking capabilities and is housed in the original brown leather scabbard

WWII BRITISH FAIRBAIRN SYKES B2 2nd PATTERN KNIFE

Lot #494 (Sale Order 544 of 896)

World War II era Fairbairn Sykes commando fighting knife. Blade is blued finish, near 100% with light wear at the tip and age wear. Brass handle shows minimal wear and is solid. The scabbard is in excellent condition. The leg straps are present. Excellent

BRITISH FAIRBAIRN SYKES FIGHTING KNIFE W/ SHEATH

Lot #495 (Sale Order 545 of 896)

A third pattern Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife with a 17cm stiletto style blade with high central spine. The cast blackened brass handle, with twenty-seven concentric rings. The knife has a straight 2" wide crossguard. Top of the pommel is marked 4 and to the bottom of the handle is marked with a broad arrow 7. The brown leather scabbard has a, round tipped, riveted on, blackened brass fitting to the bottom and raised, stitched spine to reverse. Scabbard is missing the leather tabs and elastic band. Excellent The Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife came about through the need for a good fighting knife for the newly formed commando units. W. E. Fairbairn, E. A. Sykes and Robert Wilkinson Latham of the Wilkinson Sword Company, had a meeting in November of 1940 at which W. E. Fairbairn and E. A. Sykes described the knife they wanted and preliminary sketches were drawn up and the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife was created. There were three major patterns of the knife produced.

WWII REPRO V-42 FIGHTING STILETTO WW2 W/ SCABBARD

Lot #496 (Sale Order 546 of 896)

Reproduction V-42 Fighting Stiletto features a 7.25" Chrome Vanadium dagger blade with a blued finish and handworked stacked leather handle. This full tang fixed blade is .1/8" and features ground in jimping, leather covered steel guard, threaded, pinned on pommel. It's 12.5" overall and weighs 6.2oz. It includes a leather sheath. Excellent Born of wartime necessity and proven on the battlefields of World War II, the Case V-42 is the stuff of legend. First conceived in 1942, the knife's design is attributed to the Lieutenant Colonel Robert T. Frederick. In Honor of the legacy of the First Special Service Force, Case is proud of the 'faithfully true' reproduction of the classic original, patterned afer the company's own museum piece. The tang stamp on the re-created Case V-42 reads CASE on one sice, V-42 USA on the other. Even the accompanying leather sheath is completed according to the original World War II-era requirements.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M34 WEHRMACHT PARADE HELMET WW2

Lot #497 (Sale Order 547 of 896)

Lightweight Heer double decal parade helmet, steel shell with apple green painted smooth surface inside and out, having prominent visor and rim with turned under edge, with a pair of domed ventilation points top each side, helmet has three split pins which are present, Heer eagle is missing but the national colors decal is almost completely intact. Good

WWII NAZI MOTORISIERTE GENDARMERIE CUFFTITLE WW2

Lot #498 (Sale Order 548 of 896)

Roughly, 35cm long, 30mm wide, mid-brown wool construction cufftitle with hand embroidered Gothic script, "Motorisierte Gendarmerie", (Motorized Rural Police), in bright silver/aluminum wire threads. The cufftitle has machine stitched seams to both the top and bottom edges and both ends. Worn and used example. On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country. The Police were divided into eight assorted branches of service consisting of the, Schutzpolizei des Reiches, (National Protection Police), the Gendarmerie, (Rural Police), the Wasserschutzpolizei, (Water Police), the Feuerschutzpolizei, (Fire Protection Police), the Polizei Medizinal Beamte, (Police Medical Officials), the Polizei Verwaltungs Beamte, (Police Administration Officials), the Polizei Veterinar Beamte, (Police Veterinarian Officials) and the Schutzpolizei des Gemeinden (Municipal Protection Police), with each branch having a distinguishing truppenfarbe, (Branch of service color), and distinct insignia for specialized personnel. The Gendarmerie had a special motorized emergency units which were tasked with policing the German autobahn and its personnel were identified by a distinctive cufftitle. The cufftitle was worn by all ranks on the lower left sleeve of the service tunic and came in an Officer’s version with piping to the top and bottom edges and an EM/NCO’ s version without the edge piping.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HIGH SEAS FLEET BADGE BY FO WW2

Lot #499 (Sale Order 549 of 896)

Die struck, solid backed, nicely convexed, alloy construction badge with gilt and burnished silver finishes. The badge features a vertically oval oak-leaf wreath with a national eagle with out-stretched wings superimposed to the top center, encompassing a nicely detailed, cut-out, "face on", likeness of the battleship Bismarck cutting through waves. The solid reverse of the badge is slightly concaved. The reverse has a solid, molded hinge, a vertical pin andmolded catch all intact. The reverse is well marked with the embossed designer and manufacturers logo FO indicating the maker Friedrich Orth. The High Seas Fleet War Badge was instituted by Oberbefehlshaber der Kriegsmarine und Großadmiral, (Commander in Chief of the Navy and Grand Admiral), Erich Raeder on April 30TH 1941 to recognize the actions of personnel serving on German battleships and cruisers in the battle against England. Bestowal criteria varied with the main qualification being twelve weeks of active service on a battleship or cruiser.

JAPANESE CARVED BONE TANTO SHORT SWORD

Lot #500 (Sale Order 550 of 896)

15 1/4" with 7 3/4" blade. Wonderful detailed carved bone grip and saya. Habaki is brass. Excellent

KATANA SWORD & WAKIZASHI SHORT SWORD

Lot #500a (Sale Order 551 of 896)

Pair of contemporary matching swords. The katana has a 29" blade and is 39 1/2" overall. The Wakizashi has a 18 1/2" blade and is 25 1/2" overall. Both have wear but display nicely. Very Good

JAPANESE NAVY KATANA SWORD CONTEMPORARY

Lot #500b (Sale Order 552 of 896)

Contemporary WW2 style navy katana with 24" cutting edge. Bright blade has light pitting and may be an older blade. No visible hamon. The tang is unsigned. Mounts, saya, and tsuka are contemporary. Nice afordable display item. Very Good-Excellent

WWII JAPANESE TYPE 14 NAMBU PISTOL HOLSTER WW2

Lot #501 (Sale Order 553 of 896)

Reddish-brown rubberized canvas hard shell holster and cleaning rod for the type 14 8mm Nambu pistol. The hard shell fold-over flap is attached to its top by a sewn leather hinge and it has attached by two blackened alloy rivets to its base a leather covered spring to the end of which is a leather tab with a blackened metal stud hole surround to it. This stud hole mates with a blackened metal stud near the base of the body of the holster. Underneath the flap the body of the holster has a large pocket sewn to its front whose smaller fold-over flap tapers to a tab with a stud hole to its end. This tab passes through a horizontal loop sewn to the front of the pocket and unto a blackened metal stud to its base. A small, open-topped vertical pocket is to the right of this larger one. Blackened metal rectangular rings are to the ends of the two tabs sewn near the top of the reverse. A vertical belt loop is sewn between them. To the interior a leather loop may be seen along its left seam for a cleaning rod that is also present and a stacked leather divider is sewn beneath where the exterior pocket is positioned. Another similar divider may be seen near its interior base.

WWII RARE JAPANESE TYPE 100 PARATROOPER BAYONET

Lot #502 (Sale Order 554 of 896)

Japanese Type 100 Paratroop bayonet with scabbard by the Nagoya/Toyada Automatic Loom Works arsenal. Bayonet measures 12 1/4" long and has a 7 3/4" blade and is in overall worn condition. The included steel scabbard is in similar condition. Very Good

WWII JAPANESE NAVAL LANDING FORCES CANTEEN LOT 2

Lot #503 (Sale Order 555 of 896)

Lot of two, Japanese Naval landing forces canteens with original covers, lace-up strings, chains & caps. Aluminum construction. Nice complete untouched Japanese Navy canteen lot of two

WWII JAPANESE NATIONAL RISING SUN WAR FLAG WW2

Lot #504 (Sale Order 556 of 896)

A silk rising sun Japanese battle flag is a printed flag measuring approximately 29 x 41. Nice untouched example.

WWII JAPANESE NATIONAL RISING SUN WAR FLAG WW2

Lot #505 (Sale Order 557 of 896)

A silk rising sun Japanese battle flag is a printed flag measuring approximately 12 x 13. Nice untouched example.

WWII JAPANESE NATIONAL FLAG LOT OF 3 WW2

Lot #506 (Sale Order 558 of 896)

Lot of two Japanese National flags to include 1) This particular smaller sized silk/rayon example is 33 x 25 inches, with small, triangular reinforcements sewn to its hoist edge corners, from each of which extend short, woven tie-strings. 2) This particular smaller sized silk/rayon example is 33 x 25 inches, with small, triangular reinforcements sewn to its hoist edge corners, from each of which extend short, woven tie-strings. 3) Large Japanese multi piece construction linen flag measuring 47 X 60 with scattered moth holes and staining.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL INSIGNIA TINNIE LOT WW2

Lot #507 (Sale Order 559 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot of insignia and medals to include 1) COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF MARCH 13TH 1938. Silver washed, die struck alloy construction medal. The obverse of the medal features two embossed figures symbolically breaking the chains of bondage with an unfurled national flag in the background and a high relief national eagle to the bottom. The reverse features embossed Latin script to the center, "13th März 1938", encompassed by additional script, "Ein Volk, Ein Reich, Ein Führer". (One People, One State, One Leader). The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact and the award comes complete with its original ribbed rayon ribbon. 2) RUSSIAN FRONT MEDAL 1941/42. Die struck, alloy construction, medal with a silver washed outer rim and helmet, and a blued center. The obverse of the medal features a recessed outer rim with an embossed helmet and stick grenade to the top center and a high relief Wehrmacht style national eagle with down swept wings, clutching a static swastika in its talons which is superimposed on a laurel leaf sprig to the center. The reverse of the medal features a recessed outer rim with a smooth background field with embossed Latin script to the center, "Winterschlacht Im Osten 1941/42", (Winter Battle in the East 1941/42), above a crossed sword and laurel leaf sprig. The medal loop and the ribbon suspension ring are both intact. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. 3) COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF 1ST OCTOBER 1938 WITH PRAGUE CASTLE BAR. Roughly, 32mm diameter, bronze washed, die struck alloy construction medal. The obverse of the medal features two embossed figures, symbolically breaking the chains of bondage with an unfurled national flag in the background and a high relief, national eagle to the bottom. The reverse features embossed Latin script to the center,"1 Oktober 1938", encompassed by additional script, "Ein Volk, Ein Reich, Ein Führer". (One People, One State, One Leader). The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact and the award comes complete with a roughly, 35mm wide, 9cm long, piece of original ribbed, rayon ribbon with a horizontal. The medal has no visible manufacturer’s markings. Included with the medal is a roughly, 31mm wide, 11mm tall, bronze washed, stamped alloy construction, Prague Castle bar cypher. The Prague Castle bar features an embossed likeness of the Prague Castle on a slightly recessed field with a raised outer edge lip. The Castle bar is secured to the ribbon by two, bent over, soldered attachment prongs on the reverse. Also included is the original ribbon bar. 4) TWELVE YEAR LONG SERVICE MEDAL. Gilt washed, die struck, magnetic, third class award for twelve years service. The award features an embossed Wehrmacht style eagle with down-swept wings encompassed by Gothic script, "Treue Dienste in der Wehrmacht" (Loyal Service in the Armed Forces), on a smooth background field to the obverse. The reverse has a large embossed numeral, "12" to the center encompassed by an embossed circular oak-leaf wreath also on a smooth background field. The ribbon suspension loop and ring are both intact. Comes with incorrect Austrian medal ribbon. 5) WAR MERIT CROSS 2ND CLASS WITH SWORDS. Die struck bronze, construction bravery award, with a bronze wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The reverse centerpiece has the embossed date,"1939", which is also encompassed by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath. The background field of both the obverse and reverse centerpieces is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upward, between the arms of the cross. The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact. Complete with original ribbon. 6) WAR MERIT CROSS 2ND CLASS WITH SWORDS. Die struck bronze, construction bravery award, with a bronze wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The reverse centerpiece has the embossed date,"1939", which is also encompassed by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath. The background field of both the obverse and reverse centerpieces is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upward, between the arms of the cross. The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact. Complete with original ribbon. 7) 4 Placement Medal Bar 8) KRIEGSMARINE EM/NCO'S BREAST EAGLE. Machine embroidered breast eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, in golden yellow cotton threads, on a cut-out, dark, navy blue, wool base.

KOREAN WAR USMC HELMET CAMO COVERS LOT OF 2

Lot #508 (Sale Order 560 of 896)

Lot of two USMC reversible camouflage covers, brown to green, with a stenciled USMC EGA on each side. The colors are strong on each side. Foliage slits machine sewn into the body of the helmet cover. Light age and wear.

WWII US ARMY BUSHMASTER 158th RCT GROUPING PATCHES

Lot #509 (Sale Order 561 of 896)

WWII US Army Named Bushmaster grouping with items to include 1) WWII dress shirt with an extremely rare, theater made 158th Regimental Combat Team (RCT) Patch that is an impressive direct embroidered felt on felt patch. 2) WWII theater made US Army 158th Regimental Combat Team (RCT) felt patch with some mothing 3) US made WWII US Army 158th Regimental Combat Team (RCT) patch 4) The Story Of The BUSHMASTER unit history by Roy Lancaster 5) Medal Ribbon Bar having European African Middle Eastern Campaign Military Medal Ribbon with three campaign stars, American Campaign Military Medal and Good Conduct Medal 6) Next Of Kin Dog Tag named to Edward S Kazol 35065133 T43 B Mrs. A. Kazol 3116 W. 18th Place Cleveland Ohio C 7) Photograph of Edward with a friend at basic training 8) Aniol Stróz' or Guardian angel testament named to the interior to Edward Kazol. 9) Souvenir Certificate for a Japanese Fountain Pen named to Edward Kazol 10) Souvenir Certificate for a Japanese Rifle 11) Little Key Of Heaven Book in poor condition 12) The Imitation Of Christ Book 13) Black Address Book with several members of the 158th 14) Two VFW caps from Post 7035. One Post Chaplain 1981-82 Avon Ohio and the other is Post Vice Commander 1983-84. World War II At the outbreak of World War II, the unit was ordered into Federal service on 16 September 1940 and started training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. The regiment then moved to Camp Barkeley, Texas in February 1941 and conducted maneuvers in Louisiana. After the United States declared war on 8 December 1941, the unit was detached from the 45th Division and was sent to Panama to reinforce the defenses of the Panama Canal Zone arriving 2 January 1942. The regiment was relieved of assignment to the 45th on 11 February 1942 and became a separate infantry regiment. This was done as the "square" divisions of the US Army were reorganized as triangular divisions. The US Army operated a number of separate infantry regiments during the war. Of these, approximately 29 separate regiments, including the 158th participated in overseas campaigns. The 158th was assigned to the Panama Mobile Force where it joined a veteran jungle unit the 14th Infantry "Jungleers" and the 5th Infantry in conducting security operations in the Panama Canal Zone. During this time the men of the 158th built training facilities and conducted numerous patrols in the dense Panamanian jungle. Their main tool for hacking out jungle trails was the machete, a sharp, long bladed tool widely used for that purpose. The thick jungle concealed many hazardous plants, insects, and animals, including the highly venomous snake known as the Bushmaster. The 158th subsequently adopted the nickname "Bushmasters" and created a "shoulder sleeve insignia" which showed a Bushmaster wrapped around the blade of a machete. Encounters with deadly snakes were common lending new significance to the regiment's Spanish motto "Cuidado" (Take Care) which originated with the 1st Arizona Volunteer Infantry. In 1942 158th was one of four infantry regiments of the Panama Mobile Force chosen to create and train a jungle platoon which was used to test specialized jungle equipment, weapons, tactics and rations. The success of these platoons led the Caribbean Defense Command to order "training in jungle warfare tactics for all echelons of this command will be placed in high priority." Undoubtedly, the bulk of the 158th also gained considerable jungle experience during the course of the regiment's routine operations. In November 1942 the Bushmasters were ordered to prepare for transfer to Australia as part of the buildup of General Walter Krueger's 6th Army. As a result, the regiment did not have sufficient time to conduct comprehensive jungle warfare training for all echelons before its embarkation in early January 1943. The Bushmasters arrived at Brisbane, Australia in late January 1943. In mid-March the regiment received orders to move in echelons to Port Moresby, New Guinea. The entire regiment was assembled there by the end of the month. From there it moved to Milne Bay in late May. In the early morning hours of 24 June the first elements of the 158th Regiment, less 2nd Battalion, began landing on the unoccupied island of Kiriwina, New Guinea as part of Operation Chronicle. This unit was to act as a shore party in unloading equipment and supplied. The purpose of the operation was to occupy the island and construct an airfield for planned operations on New Britain. The bulk of the regiment's two battalions arrived at dawn on 30 June. In mid-July, the 2nd Battalion, which since 20 June had been providing security for 6th Army Headquarters at Milne Bay, was ordered to Goodenough Island, New Guinea as a security force. On 21 October General Kruger moved his 6th Army Headquarters to Goodenough Island, where the 2nd Battalion resumed its security duties for that headquarters.

WWII BRITISH S&J KITCHIN LTD. SHEFFIELD MACHETE

Lot #510 (Sale Order 562 of 896)

WWII British Machete retains original sheath, circa 1945, composite handles, machete: L 20", sheath, L 18 3/4"

WWII US EMBROIDERED SILK US MARINE CORPS FLAG WW2

Lot #511 (Sale Order 563 of 896)

Approximately 64" x 48" double-sided silk flag with gold tassels at the edges, and a fully embroidered US Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor insignia at the center. United States Marine Corps emblem faces forward on both sides. with the text Wm. F. Zeigler Detachment Lock Haven Pa. Slight wear. Excellent

WWII US NAVY MKV DIVERS KNIFE W BRASS SCABBARD WW2

Lot #512 (Sale Order 564 of 896)

US Navy Mk 5 Deep Sea Diver's knife with 6" double-sided saw-back blade and heavy wooden handle and brass crossguard and pommel. Screws into brass sheath. No apparent manufacturer marks. Beautiful Patina and in excellent condition

WWII NAZI GERMAN SS NEWSPAPER & BOOK LOT WW2

Lot #513 (Sale Order 565 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Book lot to include 1) May 1941 Die Kunst Im Deutschen Reich that has damage to the spine 2) Das Deutschland Adolf Hitlers 1937 Photo Book in excellent condition. 3) Die Kunst December of 1943 in excellent condition 4) Die Kunst February of 1943 5) Die Kunst January of 1943 in excellent condition. 6) Das Antlitz des Führers by Heinrich Hoffmann with spine damage 7) Hitler In Seinen Bergen by Heinrich Hoffmann in excellent condition 8) Dr. Robert Ley by Heinrich Hoffmann in excellent condition 9) Hitler Abseits Vom Alltag by Heinrich Hoffmann in excellent condition 10) Hitler Böhmen und Mähren Memel by Heinrich Hoffmann in excellent condition 11) Der Luftkrieg in Polen Peter Supf with some spine damage 12) Jahrbuch Der Deutschen Luftwaffe 1940 with some cover damage 13) Vom 30, Januar Zum 21, Marz: Die Tage Der Nationalen Erhebung Hardcover Book January 1, 1933 with cover damage and a few loose pages 14) SS Das Schwarze Korps Newspaper January 4th 1938

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL & INSIGNIA BADGE LOT WW2

Lot #514 (Sale Order 566 of 896)

WWII Medal lot to include 1) Bronze medal, diameter 5.5 cm. 25 (years) Reich Association for Breeding and Testing of German Warmbloods 1905-1930. 2) NSDAP State Aluminum License Plate Tag 3) 1936 German Berlin Olympic Participant's Medal 4) 1933 Gau München badge missing pin 5) Wasserkuppe Tinnie 6) Nazi German Italian Nothe Akrika Service Medal. 7) Two RAD Enlisted Cap Devices missing pins 8) War Merit Cross with reproduction Issue Document but missing ribbon. 9) Zwei Millionen Mark note in excellent condition. 10) Combatants Cross Of Honor 1914/18 missing ribbon 11) Two Hitler Little Books 12) Nine other Various ribbons and medal including marksmanship badges.

WWII NAZI GERMAN RED CROSS HEWER DAGGER WW2

Lot #515 (Sale Order 567 of 896)

WWII Nazi Red Cross hewer dagger. Sawback spine with a black bakelite handle, Nazi eagle, thick pommel, black painted steel scabbard with lug for belt loop. Shows very light age. Measures approximately 16.4" overall, and has had the blade sharpened to a point in defiance of Geneva Convention wartime regulations that mandated non-combatants carry the flat point blade indicating this knife was likely souvenired by a GI during combat operations and turned into a more functional, utilitarian style blade for combat. Very Good - Excellent

WWII DUTCH NAZI PARTY NSB MEMBERSHIP MEDAL WW2

Lot #516 (Sale Order 568 of 896)

The Dutch Nazi Party "NSB" under the leadership of Anton Mussert instituted a special Bravery and Merit award for NSB members in German Service. This award commonly known as the Mussert Cross comes in two classes; with swords for combatants and without swords (very rare) for non-combatants. The cross is made of three parts from enamel and high quality gilt finished metal. The outside edge of the cross is in black enamel on both sides with inner portion finished in translucent red. A separate white disc is soldered to the front and back of the cross. The front side shows gilt wolf hook over swastika with oak leaves. The back side shows around the top edge of the circle the motto of the NSB in gilt "Hou En Trou" and oak leaves on the bottom edge. The center of the disc has the name "MUSSERT and date 1941." The ribbon shows the Dutch National Colors. From left the right the ribbon colors are sky blue, white with thin orange strip to the center, white and sky blue. The award came in a two piece maroon outer card case. The award was never authorized by Hitler to be worn on German uniforms. Mint

WWI & WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL BAR LOT IRON CROSS

Lot #517 (Sale Order 569 of 896)

Pair of German Medal Bars to include 1) TWO PLACE MEDAL BAR. Consists of a 1914 EKII and a 1914-18 Cross of Honor w/swords. Complete with original pin-back device. The EKII is unmarked and the Honor Cross ‘G.G.’. 2) THREE PLACE MEDAL BAR. This example consists of a 1914 Iron Cross, 2nd class, a Combatant's Cross of Honor 1914/18, a 1938 Faithful Service Decoration, 2nd class for twenty-five years service. The medals and ribbons are mounted on a horizontal magnetic sheet metal bar with a protective wool backing hand-stitched to the reverse. Complete with pin-back device. The wear of Awards, Medal Bars and/or Ribbon Bars were addressed in regulations as early as the mid-1800s and followed established directives that were based on the grade or class of the award. When an award was instituted the introductory orders would normally prescribe the proper form of wear with most of the awards being permitted to be grouped together on a medal bar for wear on the walking-out dress and formal uniforms. Strict regulations listed the required order in which awards were authorized to be worn on the medal bar.

WW2 NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE FLAK ARTILLERY WAR BADGE

Lot #518 (Sale Order 570 of 896)

Two piece, die struck alloy construction, partially scoop backed badge with a silver wash is in the form of a vertically oval, oak-leaf wreath with a separate, Luftwaffe style eagle, clutching a canted, swastika in it’s talons, affixed to the top center. The wreath encompasses the cut-out, profile of an 88mm anti-aircraft gun with the gun barrel extending beyond the edge of the wreath. The badge features nice detailing including cut-outs to the swastika’s arms and feathering to the eagle’s wings and tail. Complete with original hinge, pin and catch assembly. Reverse is well marked with stylized, embossed manufacturer's initials, "W.H.", indicating manufacture by Walter & Henlein, Gablonz a.d./Neckar. The Flak Artillery War Badge was introduced by Hermann Göring on January 10TH 1941, for award to air defence crews including searchlight and sound detection personnel. Originally the Flak Artillery War Badge was awarded to personnel for both aerial and ground target victories until the introduction of the Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge on March 31ST 1942, after which the Flak Artillery War Badge was only awarded for successful aerial target victories. Bestowal of the award was originally rendered on a point structure system with sixteen points required to be presented the badge, although the criteria was modified during the war. Of Note: The Flak arm is often viewed as a secondary arm of service within the Luftwaffe when in fact during the war between half and two thirds of all Luftwaffe personnel served in it.

WW1 BALTIC CROSS GALLIPOLI STAR MEDAL LOT WWI

Lot #518a (Sale Order 571 of 896)

WW1 medal grouping to include 1) Freikrops Baltic Cross. An example of a Freikorps Baltic Cross (Balkenkreuz); in blackened and gilt bronze; vertical pinback; with two rivets visible on the reverse, 2) Turkish 1915 Campaign Star (Iron Crescent) By B.B.& Co. A Turkish 1915 Campaign Star (Iron Crescent) by B.B.& Co. - Nickel-plated brass and enamels, German-made, maker marked "B.B. & Co." on the reverse, horizontal pinback, intact enamels, light contact, gilt wear on the ball finials, better than very fine.

WW1 GERMAN HAMBURG VETERAN’S CROSS W/ DOCUMENT

Lot #518b (Sale Order 572 of 896)

WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN HAMBURG VETERAN’S CROSS WITH DOCUMENT. (Hamburg Kreuz) A high quality, multi-piece, die struck alloy and enamel construction award, issued to post-war veterans of Hamburg. Its base takes the form of an eight-pointed, multi-rayed star, 65mm tall and 55mm wide, whose vertical oval center features the embossed depiction of a first war era, heavily-laden foot-soldier. Surrounding the oval center is a gold-washed border much like a string of pearls, and two gold-washed swords crossing underneath the oval and between the arms of the gold-bordered, white enamel cross pâté which projects from the center. To the reverse is a heavy hinge, broad, vertical pin, and large catch assembly. Stamped to the reverse is "Deutsches Feld-Ehrenzeichen" (German Field - Honor-award), "Ges. Gesch." (signifying patent pending) within an oval, and "Hamburg 11". Also included is the original document. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN IRON CROSS MEDAL LOT EKII WW2

Lot #519 (Sale Order 573 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Iron Cross Medal lot to include 1) IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS. 1939 pattern, die struck, three piece, iron and alloy construction Pattée style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse features an embossed, high relief, central, canted, swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The reverse bottom arm has the embossed original institution date, "1813". The swastika is in nice high relief while the dates are somewhat lower. The medal loop and ribbon suspension ring are both intact. Unmarked. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. 2) IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS. 1939 pattern, die struck, three piece, iron and alloy construction Pattée style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse features an embossed, high relief, central, canted, swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The reverse bottom arm has the embossed original institution date, "1813". The swastika is in nice high relief while the dates are somewhat lower. The medal loop and ribbon suspension ring are both intact. Unmarked. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon.

WWII NAZI GERMAN IRON CROSS MEDAL LOT EKII WW2

Lot #520 (Sale Order 574 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Iron Cross Medal lot to include 1) IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS. 1939 pattern, die struck, three piece, iron and alloy construction Pattée style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse features an embossed, high relief, central, canted, swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The reverse bottom arm has the embossed original institution date, "1813". The swastika is in nice high relief while the dates are somewhat lower. The medal loop and ribbon suspension ring are both intact. Unmarked. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon. 2) IRON CROSS 2ND CLASS. 1939 pattern, die struck, three piece, iron and alloy construction Pattée style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse features an embossed, high relief, central, canted, swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The reverse bottom arm has the embossed original institution date, "1813". The swastika is in nice high relief while the dates are somewhat lower. The medal loop and ribbon suspension ring are both intact. Unmarked. The cross comes complete with a piece of original ribbed rayon ribbon.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1st CLASS IRON CROSS CASED WW2

Lot #520a (Sale Order 575 of 896)

Die struck, three piece, iron and nickel/silver plated alloy construction Patté style cross with a single piece iron core and a two piece alloy frame. The obverse of the award features an embossed, central, canted swastika with the re-institution date, "1939", to the bottom arm. The swastika is in nice high relief while the date is somewhat lower. The plain reverse has a solid, soldered hinge, a broad, tapered, vertical pin and a heavy soldered catch all intact. The cross comes housed in its wood and pressed cardboard construction issue case with a simulated black grained leather covering. The cross and interior case are in excellent condition. On March 10TH 1813, Prussian King Friedrich Wilhelm III established the Iron Cross as a temporary award for bestowal during times of war. Originally the Iron Cross was introduced in three grades with a Grand Cross intended for award to Senior Commanders for successfully leading troops in combat and the First and Second classes for award to all ranks for bravery or merit in action. The Iron Crosses were re-instituted by King Wilhelm I on July 19TH 1870 for award during the Franco-Prussian War and again on August 5TH 1914 by King Wilhelm II for award during WWI. On September 1ST 1939 Hitler once more re-instituted the Iron Cross series of awards in the First and Second Classes and established the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross. The first class medal was for award to personnel who performed three to five acts of bravery in combat, and had already been awarded the Iron Cross 2ND class.

NAMED WWII US 6TH MARINE DIVISION UNIFORM GROUP

Lot #521 (Sale Order 576 of 896)

Named uniform grouping of a 6th Marine Corporal who served with 3rd Squad, 1st Platoon, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment of the 6th Marine Division name A.B. Verhey. The grouping consist of Two uniform jackets, both sized 4M with one having his EGA's and ribbon bars to include: Navy Presidential Unit Citation with Star, Navy Unit Commendation, Asiatic Pacific Campaign with campaign star. Victory medal and lastly Navy Occupation Service Medal. Both uniforms have the 6th Division SSI as well as Corporal chevrons. Two matching sets of trousers both sized 36X31 inches. Overcoat size marked 1-S. Headgear including three overseas or garrison caps one khaki, one green, American Legion cap and lastly his visor hat that is size marked 7. Field gear in the lot includes, WWI cartridge belt that is well used, Marine Corps Pack and lastly his Sea Bag. All are in excellent condition. World War II Formation on the Solomon Islands The 6th Marine Division was activated on Guadalcanal in the southern Solomon Islands on September 7, 1944. The 6th Division was formed from three infantry regiments, the 4th, 22nd and 29th Marines, and other units such as engineer, medical, pioneer, motor transport, tank, headquarters, and service battalions. The core cadre around which the division was formed was the former 1st Provisional Marine Brigade, which included the 4th and 22nd Marine Regiments, plus their supporting artillery battalions; these artillery battalions were later consolidated into the 15th Marine Regiment. The Battle of Guam ended in August 1944 and the 1st Provisional Marine Brigade was called to Guadalcanal along with the 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, which had served with the 2nd Marine Division in the Battle of Saipan on the Mariana Islands. With a core of all these veterans incorporated into the new division, the 6th was not considered "green" despite being a new formation; most of the men were veterans of at least one campaign and many were serving a second combat tour, half the forces in the three Infantry Regiments were all veterans, and some units even consisted of 70% veterans. The 2nd and 3rd Battalions, 29th Marines, disembarked from the United States on 1 August 1944, and landed on Guadalcanal on 7 September 1944 to further augment the division. The now fully manned 6th Division underwent "rugged" training on Guadalcanal between October and January before it shipped 6,000 miles to land as part of the III Amphibious Corps on Okinawa on 1 April 1945. Okinawa The division's initial objectives in the amphibious landing were the capture of Yontan Airfield and protection of the left (north) flank. Despite a Japanese battalion in their zone the division met only light resistance. By the third day, the division was approaching Iskhikawa, twelve days ahead of schedule. By 14 April, the division had swept all through the northern Ishikawa Isthmus, 55 miles from the original landings. The division's rapid advance continued until eventually they encountered prepared and dug-in defenders at Yae-Take, where the majority of the Udo Force was entrenched. The Udo Force, or Kunigami Detachment, under Colonel Takehiko Udo was built around the 2nd Infantry Unit of the 44th Independent Mixed Brigade—reinforced by having absorbed both former sea-raiding suicide squadrons and remnants of the Battalion earlier destroyed by the 6th—was responsible for defense of the Motobu Peninsula and Ie Shima. The 6th Division's drive captured most of northern Okinawa and the Division won praise for its fast campaign – Brigadier General Oliver P. Smith wrote: "The campaign in the north should dispel the belief held by some that Marines are beach-bound and are not capable of rapid movement." After heavy fighting in the south, the division was ordered to replace the Army 27th Infantry Division on the western flank. The 6th division advanced south to partake in the assault against the strong Japanese defense line, called the Shuri Line, that had been constructed across the southern coastline. The Shuri Line was located in hills that were honeycombed with caves and passages, and the Marines had to traverse the hills to cross the line. The division was ordered to capture the Sugar Loaf Hill Complex, 3 hills which formed the western anchor of the Shuri Line defense. The Marines that had assaulted the line were attacked by heavy Japanese mortar and artillery fire, which made it more difficult to secure the line. After a week of fighting, the hill had been taken. After Sugarloaf the Division advanced through Naha, conducted a shore-to-shore amphibious assault on, and subsequent 10-day battle to capture, the Oroku peninsula (defended by Admiral Ota's forces), and partook in mop-up operations in the south. The battle on Okinawa ended on 21 June 1945.

LOT OF 6 TYPE 4 JAPANESE HAND GRENADE LOT WW2

Lot #522 (Sale Order 577 of 896)

Lot of six Type 4 Japanese ceramic hand grenades with two having minor chips to the throat of the grenade. Excellent History and development By late 1944 and early 1945, much of the industrial infrastructure of Japan had been destroyed by Allied strategic bombing, and there was a growing shortage of raw materials due to Allied naval blockades and submarine warfare. Lacking in metals to mass-produce hand grenades in the vast quantities that would be needed against the projected Allied invasion of Japan, the Imperial Japanese Navy Technical Bureau developed a design for a cheap, easy-to-make grenade made of ceramic or porcelain materials. Kilns famous for the production of traditional Japanese pottery, such as Arita, Bizen and Seto were pressed into service to manufacture these relatively crude weapons. There were a tremendous number of variants on shape, size and color, because the design depended on each kiln. Design The Type 4 grenade had a fragmentation body made of terra cotta or porcelain materials. The grenade was round-shaped with a bottle neck with a rubber cover and a simple fuse. This detonator was no more than a blasting cap crimped on to a five-second length of fuse. The other end of the fuse, which was outside the rubber plug, was covered with a match-head composition. A slip-on rubber cap covered the whole neck, and fuse. A small, loose wooden block with an abrasive composition on one side was contained in the rubber fuse cover. Combat record The Type 4 grenades were passed out in large quantities to civil defense organizations, such as the Volunteer Fighting Corps, Yokusan Sonendan, and to reservist organizations involved in preparations against the possible invasion of the Japanese home islands by Allied forces. They were also supplied to front line combat troops in large quantities, and are known to have been employed at the Battle of Iwo Jima and Battle of Okinawa.

WWII JAPANESE .999 FINE SILVER SAKE CUP AWARD LOT

Lot #523 (Sale Order 578 of 896)

Lot of four Japanese Sake cups in fine silver with one being cased with a total weight of 7.289 troy oz. which is $186.89 current value in silver prices. All four are in excellent condition

CONTEMPORARY ADOLF HITLER OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS

Lot #524 (Sale Order 579 of 896)

Contemporary original painting of Adolf Hitler measuring 34 X 30 inches including frame. The oil on canvas painting is signed Ludwig Mucke in excellent condition with an incredible amount of detail. Adolf Hitler 20 April 1889 – 30 April 1945) was a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party (Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei; NSDAP). He rose to power as the chancellor of Germany in 1933 and then as Führer in 1934. During his dictatorship from 1933 to 1945, he initiated World War II in Europe by invading Poland on 1 September 1939. He was closely involved in military operations throughout the war and was central to the perpetration of the Holocaust. Hitler was born in Austria—then part of Austria-Hungary—and was raised near Linz. He moved to Germany in 1913 and was decorated during his service in the German Army in World War I. In 1919, he joined the German Workers' Party (DAP), the precursor of the NSDAP, and was appointed leader of the NSDAP in 1921. In 1923, he attempted to seize power in a failed coup in Munich and was imprisoned. In jail, he dictated the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"). After his release in 1924, Hitler gained popular support by attacking the Treaty of Versailles and promoting Pan-Germanism, anti-semitism and anti-communism with charismatic oratory and Nazi propaganda. He frequently denounced international capitalism and communism as part of a Jewish conspiracy. By November 1932, the Nazi Party had the most seats in the German Reichstag but did not have a majority. As a result, no party was able to form a majority parliamentary coalition in support of a candidate for chancellor. Former chancellor Franz von Papen and other conservative leaders persuaded President Paul von Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as chancellor on 30 January 1933. Shortly after, the Reichstag passed the Enabling Act of 1933 which began the process of transforming the Weimar Republic into Nazi Germany, a one-party dictatorship based on the totalitarian and autocratic ideology of National Socialism. Hitler aimed to eliminate Jews from Germany and establish a New Order to counter what he saw as the injustice of the post-World War I international order dominated by Britain and France. His first six years in power resulted in rapid economic recovery from the Great Depression, the abrogation of restrictions imposed on Germany after World War I, and the annexation of territories inhabited by millions of ethnic Germans, which gave him significant popular support. Hitler sought Lebensraum ("living space") for the German people in Eastern Europe, and his aggressive foreign policy is considered the primary cause of World War II in Europe. He directed large-scale rearmament and, on 1 September 1939, invaded Poland, resulting in Britain and France declaring war on Germany. In June 1941, Hitler ordered an invasion of the Soviet Union. By the end of 1941, German forces and the European Axis powers occupied most of Europe and North Africa. These gains were gradually reversed after 1941, and in 1945 the Allied armies defeated the German army. On 29 April 1945, he married his longtime lover Eva Braun. Less than two days later, the couple committed suicide to avoid capture by the Soviet Red Army. Their corpses were burned. Under Hitler's leadership and racially motivated ideology, the Nazi regime was responsible for the genocide of at least 5.5 million Jews and millions of other victims whom he and his followers deemed Untermenschen (subhumans) or socially undesirable. Hitler and the Nazi regime were also responsible for the killing of an estimated 19.3 million civilians and prisoners of war. In addition, 28.7 million soldiers and civilians died as a result of military action in the European theatre. The number of civilians killed during World War II was unprecedented in warfare, and the casualties constitute the deadliest conflict in history. Hitler's actions and ideology are almost universally regarded as evil.

WWII U.S. NAVY QUARTERMASTER'S MK 1 SPYGLASS WW2

Lot #525 (Sale Order 580 of 896)

WWII US NAVY SPYGLASS - 1943 WWII 16 Power MK I Navy Observation Telescope, eyepiece engraved "US Navy BU Ships, QM.16-Power, MKI, no. 32589, 1943." 31" Long. In the original oak case with metal tag from manufacturer Wollensak Optical Company, having matching s/n. Fine condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT M30 GASMASK & CANISTER

Lot #526 (Sale Order 581 of 896)

M30 pattern cloth covered, rubberized canvas gas mask. Mask is complete with all straps. Mask is size marked 2. Included is a "F" 39 dated filter. The mask comes housed in a second pattern M30/38 corrugated magnetic sheet metal construction gasmask canister with a vertical brazed side seam. Canister is marked "D" on the bottom indicating waterproof. Canister retains a good portion of its original feldgraupaint. Spare lenses included. With the development of poisonous gasses used as offensive weapons in WWI appropriate defensive gasmasks also had to be developed. The German WWI M1915 and M1917 gasmasks evolved into the Reichswehr era M24 gasmask and eventually into the M30 and M38 gasmasks used in WWII. All German Army personnel were issued with a gasmask, carrying canister and accessories and were required to have it readily available at all times. Although the use of chemical warfare agents was considered by the German OKW, Oberkommando der Wehrmacht, (High Command of the Armed Forces), fear of the Allies retribution forced them to reconsider and shelf the idea. Fear of the potential use of chemical warfare agents made the gasmask and canister a constant companion of the German soldier through-out the war. Of Note: In spite of the fear of the potential use of chemical warfare agents some German personnel opted to utilize their gasmask canisters as a container for extra food or contraband in spite of regulations.

WWII NAZI GERMAN M42 CAMO CHICKEN WIRE HELMET WW2

Lot #526a (Sale Order 582 of 896)

Helmet retains about 40% of its field-grey paint. Second pattern Luftwaffe eagle decal is also retained about 60%. There is a full bail chicken wire camo cover that is obviously been on this helmet since WWII. All three liner retaining rivets intact. M31 tan leather liner is complete and dried condition. The heavy rust makes it impossible to read the maker or lot number but the helmet appears to be a size 66. Very Good one looker helmet with rare chicken wire for camo purposes. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, (Iron and Foundry Works), in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. The Luftwaffe pattern national eagle was originally introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft, (Pilot Base), personnel of the DLV, Deutscher Luftsportsverband, (German Air Sports Association), the clandestine, civilian, forerunner of the Luftwaffe on August 18TH 1934, and adopted for wear by the Luftwaffe on March 1ST 1935 along with the national tri-color shield for wear on the helmet. The first pattern national eagle was utilized until a modified second pattern eagle was introduced in late 1936 or early 1937. Regulations of June 12TH 1940 discontinued the use of the national tri-color decal and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the national eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII ANTI AXIS ADOLF HITLER BASEBALL DARTBOARD WW2

Lot #527 (Sale Order 583 of 896)

17" diameter .5" thick painted wood w/segmented wire overlay on Hitler side and metal rim. Center has striking image of Hitler giving Heil salute and "Aim For Victory" text. Made in England, but reverse side has dart baseball game design, so designed for sale in the US. Has original wire attached at top for hanging. Light use with a few dart holes. Excellent

WWII US ARMY 107th CAVALRY OFFICER MESS ITEMS LOT

Lot #528 (Sale Order 584 of 896)

WWII US 107th Cavalry Headquarters Officer's white ceramic Mess Pitcher and Saucer with the pitcher measuring 6 inches tall and the saucer is 5 1/4 inches wide, both having the unit crest of the 107th Cav. Both pieces are maker marked The Bailey-Walker Vitrified China of Bedford Ohio and dated 1939. World War II The 1st Ohio Cavalry consolidated on 1 November 1940 with the 22nd Reconnaissance Squadron (organized and federally recognized 15 September 1939 with headquarters at Cincinnati) and the consolidated unit was designated as the 107th Cavalry Regiment (United States); it was concurrently relieved from assignment to the 22nd Cavalry Division and was inducted into federal service on 5 March 1941 at its home stations in Ohio. The regiment was broken up on 1 January 1944 and its elements reorganized and redesignated as follows: Headquarters and Headquarters Troop as Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 107th Cavalry Group, Mechanized. 2nd Squadron as the 107th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, Mechanized. 1st Squadron as the 22nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, Mechanized (hereafter separate lineage).

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1933 FLIGHT WEEK TABLE MEDAL WW2

Lot #529 (Sale Order 585 of 896)

(NS-Flugwoche Fürth Erinnerungsmedaille). Constructed of silvered feinzink, the obverse bearing a central raised mobile swastika overlaid by a glider, above a Fürth skyline, circumscribed by an inscription of “ERSTE N.S. FLUGWOCHE FÜRTH I. B.” (“FIRST NATIONAL SOCIALIST FLIGHT WEEK, FÜRTH IN BAYERN”), and “PFINGSTEN 1933” (“PENTECOST 1933”), unmarked, measuring 72 mm (w) x 83 mm (h), some loss of finish and oxidation evident, in overall better than very fine condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN EAGLE ORDER MEDAL WW2

Lot #529a (Sale Order 586 of 896)

(Deutsche Verdienstmedaille des Deutsche Adlers mit Schwertern). A round silver medal, the obverse depicting the outline of the Order of the German Eagle. The reverse inscribed "Deutsche Verdienstmedaille” in block letters. On a loop for suspension from its period original ribbon featuring a horizontal pinback. In overall extremely fine condition. The Series of the Order of the German Eagle was originally instituted by Hitler on May 1ST 1937, in varying degrees for award to foreign political dignitaries. The award was modified and other "degrees" were added in 1939, and again in 1943. The last version of these awards were designated "class" instead of "degree". Also in 1939 crossed swords were added to the award when it was to be issued to personnel who had displayed distinguished military merit.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL & INSIGNIA LOT w/ TINNIES

Lot #529b (Sale Order 587 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include a Luftwaffe Droop Tail belt buckle. Early, 1935 pattern, die stamped, aluminum construction box buckle features a pebbled outer field with a central, embossed, high relief, horizontally oval laurel leaf wreath encompassing a slightly domed, pebbled inner field with an embossed, early, "droop tailed", pattern, (Circa 1935-1937/38), Luftwaffe eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a canted swastika in it’s talons, to the center. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse and the brazed buckle catch, prong bar and prong (Missing One). War Merit Cross with Swords. Die struck alloy award with a silver wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by an oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upwards between the arms of the cross. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The plain, reverse has a solid soldered hinge on a rectangular base plate, inset into a rectangular recess, a broad, vertical tapered pin and a catch on a circular base plate, inset into a oval recess all intact. The reverse of the award is well marked with a deeply stamped manufacturers numerical code within a square border. Silver Wound Badge. 1939 pattern solid backed badge with a silver wash. The badge is in the form of an embossed, vertically oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing an embossed profile of a M35 pattern helmet with a high relief, canted, swastika to the center, superimposed over crossed swords on a pebbled base field. Complete with original hinge, pin and catch assembly. The reverse of the badge is well marked with the embossed, manufacturer’s numerical code, "30" indicating manufacture by Hauptmünzamt of Wien, (Chief Mint Vienna). War Merit Cross without Swords. Die struck zinc service award is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The reverse centerpiece has the embossed date,"1939", which is also encompassed by a nicely detailed oak-leaf wreath. The background field of both the obverse and reverse centerpieces is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The medal loop and ribbon suspension ring are both intact. Russian Front Medal 1941/42. Die struck, alloy construction, medal with a silver washed outer rim and helmet, and a blued center. The obverse of the medal features a recessed outer rim with an embossed helmet and stick grenade to the top center and a high relief Wehrmacht style national eagle with down swept wings, clutching a static swastika in its talons which is superimposed on a laurel leaf sprig to the center. The reverse of the medal features a recessed outer rim with a smooth background field with embossed Latin script to the center, "Winterschlacht Im Osten 1941/42", (Winter Battle in the East 1941/42), above a crossed sword and laurel leaf sprig. DRKB Hat Badge missing one prong. Heer Visor Cap Wreath. Second pattern, (circa March 1935-May 1945), EM/NCO’s visor cap wreath and national tri-color cockade. The insignia consists of a nicely detailed, stamped, high relief, opened top, silver washed, zinc oak-leaf wreath with six small acorns. Six various tinnies and other cap insignia.

WWII NAZI RAD OFFICER'S BROCADE BELT & BELT BUCKLE

Lot #529c (Sale Order 588 of 896)

Roughly 43mm wide silver/aluminum brocade belt with three 4mm wide, parallel, horizontal chocolate brown stripes. Belt has two vertical keepers, one on either side of buckle, in the same brocade pattern as the belt. One end of belt is folded over and stitched to retain the open rectangular aluminum buckle catch and buckle. Reverse of belt with protective brown wool backing. Some mothing to the wool, see photos. Leather buckle retaining tongue is fully intact. Stamped, two piece, matte aluminum, 50mm diameter, circular belt buckle features five, highly embossed sheafs of wheat encompassing an embossed inverted spade head with high relief canted swastika on a subtlety textured, domed central field. Reverse of buckle has crimped outer edges and a separate circular plate insert with crimped catch and retaining hook. Circular plate is secured to the buckle by crimped edges to the reverse of the domed centerpiece. Reverse of buckle is well marked with impressed manufacturers logo A for Assmann and dated 1937. Belt & Buckle is in excellent condition. Brocade length is 95cm. Excellent The basis of the RAD, Reichsarbeitsdienst, (National Labour Service), dates back, at least, to 1929 with the formation of the AAD (Anhalt Arbeitsdienst) and the FAD-B (Freiwillingen Arbeitsdienst-Bayern), Shortly after Hitler’s appointment as Chancellor, (January 1933) the NSDAP consolidated these, and other labour organizations into the NSAD (Nationalsozialist Arbeitsdienst), a national labour service. On June 26TH 1935 the NSAD was re-designated RAD. Originally personnel serving with RAD wore a variety of earlier FAD/NSAD belt buckles until February 15TH 1936 when new pattern belt buckles for Officer’s and EM/NCO’s were introduced to provided uniformity in dress.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ADOLF HITLER OFFICER'S CUFFTITLE

Lot #530 (Sale Order 589 of 896)

High quality reproduction, Officer’s, machine woven, black rayon cufftitle with hand embroidered Sütterlin style script, "Adolf Hitler", in bright silver/aluminum threads. The cufftitle is bordered at both the top and bottom edges in horizontally woven, seven strand, bright silver/aluminum threads. The full length cufftitle is roughly 27mm wide and 46cm long, with folded over stitched ends. The hand embroidered script with loosely woven protective black fabric backing is visible in a mirror image to the reverse of the cufftitle. The cufftitle is in overall excellent condition. The 1.SS-Panzer-Division LSSAH, (Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler), the premier unit of the Waffen-SS, (Armed-SS), had evolved from the Stabswache (Headquarter Guards), that were originally formed in March 1923. From its original inception it served under numerous designations until the tenth anniversary of the failed Beer Hall Putsch on the night of November 8TH/9TH 1933 when Hitler bestowed them with the honor title, Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler, (Life Regiment Adolf Hitler). The LSSAH underwent further expansions and designation until October 22ND 1943 when it received its final designation as 1.SS-Panzer-Division LSSAH, (Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler). The LSSAH personnel were first authorized wear of an honorary cufftitle, with Gothic style script, as early as September 1933. In 1934 the script on the cufftitle was changed to the Sütterlin style and remain in this form until the end of the war. The cufftitle underwent minor manufacturing variants through-out the war. Of Note: It is believed the BeVo machine woven pattern "Adolf Hitler" cufftitles were first introduced in 1943. Of Note: The RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster), was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Starting in late 1934 items manufactured for the SS came under the quality control of the RZM and were marked by a cloth RZM/SS approval tag. The dimensions and design of these cloth tags was altered in 1935 and this second pattern tag remained in use until early 1938, when it was replaced by a paper tag. In 1943 the Waffen-SS assumed full control over their uniform item production and no longer fell under the authority of the RZM.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HUNTING BUGLE HORN WW2

Lot #531 (Sale Order 590 of 896)

WWII Nazi Jagerschaft Abzeichen hunting bugle or horn. In 1933 Herman Goering was appointed Reichforst und Jagermeister (National Forestry and Hunting Master). The Reichsforstamt (National Forestry Department) was subdivided into four main departments. Personnel serving in all four departments were assigned a uniform which included a visor cap. This horn is approximately 8" in length. The bell is white metal with a floral motif and an insignia that includes a stag head wrapped around a swastika insignia. excellent.

REMINGTON LEE MODEL 1899 BAYONET AND SCABBARD

Lot #532 (Sale Order 591 of 896)

A very nice example of the scarce bayonet for the Model 1899 Remington-Lee rifle. The configuration is similar to the Krag knife bayonet, but with a hooked lower quillon. The blade is in the bright with only minor graying. Point and edge are excellent with no nicks or signs of sharpening. Blade is maker marked REMINGTON ARMS Co. ILION.N.Y. Guard and pommel are in the bright as well, though with a few gray spots on the guard and scattering on the pommel, which is shading toward gray. Locking button works fine. Wood grips rate very good. The Remington-Lee rifle of 1899 was an attempt to update and adapt their 1885 magazine bolt action rifle to the new .30-40 caliber smokeless ammunition used by the Krag. It was not adopted by the U.S. government, but military models did make their way into the hands of foreign forces in various calibers. Flayderman estimates only some 7,000 were made, but that figure includes sporting models and carbines as well as the military rifle, for which this bayonet was made. The scabbard is very good, and scarcer even than the bayonet. No dents to the deep blue metal mounts. Krag style pivoting belt hook is in place. Black leather body is solid, with good color and with some crazing to the finish. There are no markings, which is common with Remington made bayonets. This is a scarce bayonet.

WWII US WESTERN CUTLERY FIGHTING KNIFE WW2

Lot #533 (Sale Order 592 of 896)

WW2 Western Fighting Knife 8 inch Blade: 8 inch bright blued blade, stacked bakelite and leather washers grip, double peened tang, blued steel pommel; correct double stitched burgundy leather Western sheath with 9 blued rivets, riveted hilt retaining strap with a blued snap, overall very light wear. Western knives were much better made, cost more, and because of this, the government ordered far less than the larger blade manufacturers like Camillus and Union Cutlery (Kabar). These knives are like a work of art and are very scarce today.

WWII US COLLINS MACHETE

Lot #534 (Sale Order 593 of 896)

Early WWII US Legitimus Collins 27 inch machete with rare WWII Boyt 42 dated scabbard. Blade is still very bright still retaining the Collins paper label to the blade and is also maker marked LEGITIMUS COLLINS & CO. MADE IN THE U.S.A. No. 128 1941. Excellent

WWII US FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 3 MKII 225Q COMMANDO

Lot #535 (Sale Order 594 of 896)

WWII US Army fighting knife lot to include 1) Seven inch fixed blade MKII fighting knife by Conetta from Stamford, Connecticut with leather scabbard in excellent condition. 2) U.S. WWII Cattaraugus 225Q Commando Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard. Blade measures 6 inches graying and some spotting. Leather strap is missing part of the snap 3) Camillus MKII fighting knife with leather scabbard. Blade shows sharpening and finish loss.

WWII US FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 3 MKII 225Q COMMANDO

Lot #536 (Sale Order 595 of 896)

WWII US Army fighting knife lot to include 1) WWII USN MKII Fighting Knife with Fiberglass Scabbard. Blade shows sharpening and finish loss 2) U.S. WWII Cattaraugus 225Q Commando Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard. Blade measures 6 inches in excellent condition with no sharpening. 3) Camillus MKII fighting knife with leather scabbard. Blade shows sharpening and finish loss. 3) U.S. WWII Navy USN Mark 1 Fighting Knife by Henry Boker & Co. with Sheath. Blade shows graying but nothing to severe.

MILITARY M( BAYONET & CUSTOM KNIFE LOT DAMASCUS

Lot #537 (Sale Order 596 of 896)

Knife lot to include 1) The M9 Bayonet, officially known as the M9 Phrobis III, is a multi-purpose knife and bayonet officially adopted in 1986 by the United States. Made by LanCay. 12" overall with 7" blade. Very Good-Excellent 2) Handmade fighting knife was a stellar Damascus steel blade with turquoise and composite handle measuring an overall 12 1/4 with a 7 1/2 inch blade housed in a leather scabbard. MINT

INDIA FIGHTING KNIFE LOT GURKA & IBEX KNIFE

Lot #538 (Sale Order 597 of 896)

India made knife lot to include 1) Gurka fighting knife measuring a total length of 16 inches with scabbard made of leather covered wood with ornamental decoration to the front backed with red cloth. Both side knives are also present. All show their age but still in very good condition. 2) Large custom made knife dating to the beginning of the last century having the handle of an Himalayan Ibex with an S figured crossguard that is hand chased. The heavy curved blade measures 12 1/2 inches and is also hand engraved. This piece is very impressive to hold in the hand. Excellent

WW1 & WWII FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 3 CAMILLUS WW2

Lot #539 (Sale Order 598 of 896)

Lot of three knife to include 1) US MODEL 1917 SPRINGFIELD BOLO KNIFE & SHEATH. About 15" overall with a 10" nicely marked blade. The blade has some grind marks, the sheath is excellent. Very Good 2) M3 Guard Marked Fighting Knife in Commercial Scabbard shows heavy use. 3) MKII Fighting Knife by Camillus showing wear with fiberglass scabbard. Blade has minor pitting.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAGGER LOT KRIEGS HJ LUFTWAFFE

Lot #540 (Sale Order 599 of 896)

WWII Nazi Dagger lot to include 1) WWII KRIEGSMARINE NAVAL DAGGER. Kriegsmarine dagger having a roughly 25cm long, drop forged steel, nickel/silver plated, stiletto style blade with dual, narrow, central fullers. Blade is unmarked and plain. Nicely detailed, fire gilted, brass crossguard and pommel are both intact and show minor age tarnish. The crossguard features an embossed fouled anchor to both obverse and reverse centerpieces and an ornate foliage pattern and rosette tips to the horizontal arms. Reverse centerpiece of the crossguard has an integral spring loaded locking button which is fully intact and still functions. The pommel is of a Wehrmacht style Eagle that is extremely detailed. Wood covered, white celluloid grip that is almost completely missing with twisted, dual strand, brass wire wrap intact. Fire gilted brass 1st pattern hammered scabbard. Both sweated oak-leaf patterned hanger bands intact. Hanger bands each have the scabbard ring and hanger loop intact. Good. 2) WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE OFFICERS DAGGER WW2. Roughly, 29cm long, bright, nickel/silver plated, double edged, drop forged steel, stiletto style blade with a flat central plane. The leather washer is still intact. The dagger has a well defined, nicely detailed, cast, aluminum crossguard, ferrule and pommel. The crossguard features a stylized national eagle with down-swept wings clutching a swastika to the obverse with a random pebbled field to the reverse. The top edge of the crossguard has an ornate embossed oak-leaf pattern. The cast ferrule has a repeating, embossed oak-leaf pattern. The orb shaped pommel features an embossed oak-leaf pattern encompassing a dual encircled, canted, embossed swastika on a pebbled field background to both the obverse and the reverse. The dagger has a molded, creamy white, bakelite grip with the correct, fine, twisted silver/aluminum wire wrap inset into the diagonally angled grooves. The grip is in overall good condition with one chip and two cracks. The dagger also comes complete with its original magnetic sheet steel scabbard. The scabbard features a pebbled field to both the obverse and the reverse with smooth side panels. The scabbard has an ornate, embossed, oak-leaf pattern to both the obverse and reverse of the bottom tip. The scabbard also has sweated on, alloy hanger suspension bands with an ornate, embossed, repeating oak-leaf pattern. One hanger suspension ring is all but destroyed. The scabbards top throat has its retaining screw intact. Shows the expected age, overall nice condition. 3) WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH KNIFE WITH SCABBARD. Later pattern HJ camp knife has a roughly, 5 1/8", (13 cm), long, drop forged, steel construction, single edged, non-fullered, nickel/silver plated, blade and a full length, including the hilt of roughly, 9 1/4", (23.6 cm). Maker marked RZM 7/38. The blackened leather washer is still intact. The tooled steel construction hilt features a stylized eagle head pommel. The knife has checkered black grips with dual, dome headed, alloy retaining rivets fully intact. The obverse grip has an imbedded enameled and silver washed alloy HJ diamond. The HJ diamond features red enamel top and bottom quarters and white enamel side quarters with a central, canted, black enamel swastika. The diamond has the correct translucent red enamel with a pebbled field visible underneath. The knife comes with it’s original magnetic sheet metal scabbard. Straps and snap are all complete.

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAYONET LOT BUTCHER ERSATZ WW1

Lot #541 (Sale Order 600 of 896)

WWI Imperial German bayonet lot to include 1) WW1 GERMAN BAYONET BUTCHER BLADE 1917. Nice butcher blade marked Schleutermann Remscheid in 1917. Steel scabbard show minor pitting. Second pattern model 1898/05 bayonet, with the flash guard along the back of its grips introduced in 1915, known as the S 98/05 nA ("Seitengewehr 98/05 neuer Art," or, Bayonet ‘98/’05 new Pattern). 2) WW1 IMPERIAL GERMAN ERSATZ COMBAT BAYONET. An "ersatz" M1916 German (substitute) bayonet and its scabbard made in answer to shortages by a machine shop from stamped or cast parts. Roughly 25cm blade. Typical metal grip. Ersatz, crude, scabbard. Unmarked. Typical late war example

WW1 & WWII NAZI GERMAN BAYONET LOT OF 4 WW2 WWI

Lot #542 (Sale Order 601 of 896)

WW1 & WWII Nazi German bayonet lot to include 1) IMPERIAL GERMAN STAG HANDLE DRESS BAYONET BY WKC. Blade shows buffing and is total of 11 3/4 inches with a 6 3/4 inch blade that shows some sharpening. 2) WWII NAZI GERMAN SHORT DRESS BAYONET. Roughly, 20cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall excellent condition with light scabbard runner marks. Maker marked to "Alcoso". The leather washer is still present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed alloy rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 80% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact. 3) WWII NAZI GERMAN K98 BAYONET WITH FROG. K98 COMBAT BAYONET WITH LEATHER FROG. Roughly 25cm long, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers. Blade retains almost none of it's original blueing and does not have a serial number. Scabbard is serial numbered. Bakelite grip. Stud functions well. Comes with a nice leather frog. Good 4) K98 COMBAT BAYONET. Roughly 25cm long, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers. Blade retains about most of it's original blueing. Maker marked "bym". Scabbard has different serial number which is not uncommon for field used examples. Bakelite grip. Stud functions well. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE OFFICER'S SWORD WW2

Lot #543 (Sale Order 602 of 896)

Later production, (post-1940) roughly 83cm long nickel/silver plated drop forged steel dual edged blade with a central fuller running from the cross guard about 25cm long down the blade towards the tip. The blade is in overall very good clean condition with the expected light age. The reverse ricasso of the blade is well marked with the acid etched manufacturers name. The original blue leather washer is missing. The sword has a cast polished natural aluminum cross guard and pommel. The nicely detailed cross guard features downwardly curved stylized wings to each side with a central raised circular panel with a gilt washed canted sunwheel swastika to both the obverse and reverse. The blue Moroccan wrapped carved wooden grip has its original dual strand twisted silver/aluminum wire wrap still intact to one of the grooves and single strand to the other. The cast, polished aluminum pommel also features a gilt washed, canted, sunwheel swastika to both the obverse and reverse with the edge of the pommel displaying an ornate repeating hand etched oak-leaf pattern. In March 1933 the Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. In February and April 1934 respectively the DLV introduced a dagger for Officer’s and a knife for all ranks. Later in 1934 members of the Fliegerschaft, the secret military branch of the DLV, adopted both sidearms for wear. Also in late 1934 the "Ehrenschwert", (Honor Sword), was introduced by Hermann Göring for presentation to specifically selected personnel of the Fliegerschaft. With the official establishment of the Luftwaffe in March 1935, the newly introduced sword was awarded to all Luftwaffe officer’s in good-standing and the official designation of the sword was altered to Offizierschwert, (Officer’s Sword), although it was most commonly referred to as the Fliegerschwert, (Flyer’s Sword). Regulations dictated that all Officer’s and senior NCO’s wear the sword with the Service, Reporting, Walking-out, and Parade Dress uniforms. The early issue swords were constructed with German nickel/silver or plated fittings while later models, (circa-1940), had aluminum fittings. Of Note: Wear of the Luftwaffe Officer’s swords was discontinued by order of December 23RD 1944.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE OFFICER'S SWORD HELBIG

Lot #544 (Sale Order 603 of 896)

Later production, (post-1940) roughly 66cm long nickel/silver plated drop forged steel dual edged blade with a central fuller running from the cross guard about 25cm long down the blade towards the tip. The blade is in overall very good clean condition with the expected light age. The reverse ricasso of the blade is well marked with the acid etched manufacturers name, location and logo consisting of a vertically oval cartouche with the manufacturers name and location, "F. & A. Helbig", encompassing a downward pointing broadsword flanked by a stylized opened top laurel leave wreath. The reverse ricasso also has a stamped Luftwaffe style waffen-amt. The original blue leather washer is still intact. The sword has a cast polished natural aluminum cross guard and pommel. The nicely detailed cross guard features downwardly curved stylized wings to each side with a central raised circular panel with a gilt washed canted sunwheel swastika to both the obverse and reverse. The blue Moroccan wrapped carved wooden grip has its original dual strand twisted silver/aluminum wire wrap still intact to one of the grooves and single strand to the other. The cast, polished aluminum pommel also features a gilt washed, canted, sunwheel swastika to both the obverse and reverse with the edge of the pommel displaying an ornate repeating hand etched oak-leave pattern. The sword comes complete with its original alloy construction scabbard with a grained blue Moroccan leather covering and polished natural aluminum fittings. The scabbards leather covering is in overall decent condition with several scrapes and scuff marks. Both of the fittings have two small counter sunk retaining screws intact. The top fitting also has an integral hanger suspension loop to each side and comes with dual suspension rings but the standard blue Moroccan leather hanger is present. Near MINT In March 1933 the Deutscher Luftsport Verband, (German Air Sports League), was established by incorporating all civilian flying clubs into the one organization. The DLV was utilized as a camouflage civilian organization to train personnel for the future Luftwaffe. As a civilian organization it was able to circumvent the restrictions imposed by the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited a German military air service. In February and April 1934 respectively the DLV introduced a dagger for Officer’s and a knife for all ranks. Later in 1934 members of the Fliegerschaft, the secret military branch of the DLV, adopted both sidearms for wear. Also in late 1934 the "Ehrenschwert", (Honor Sword), was introduced by Hermann Göring for presentation to specifically selected personnel of the Fliegerschaft. With the official establishment of the Luftwaffe in March 1935, the newly introduced sword was awarded to all Luftwaffe officer’s in good-standing and the official designation of the sword was altered to Offizierschwert, (Officer’s Sword), although it was most commonly referred to as the Fliegerschwert, (Flyer’s Sword). Regulations dictated that all Officer’s and senior NCO’s wear the sword with the Service, Reporting, Walking-out, and Parade Dress uniforms. The early issue swords were constructed with German nickel/silver or plated fittings while later models, (circa-1940), had aluminum fittings. Of Note: Wear of the Luftwaffe Officer’s swords was discontinued by order of December 23RD 1944.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PHOTO ALBUM W/ 111 PHOTOS HEER

Lot #545 (Sale Order 604 of 896)

WWII Nazi German photo album containing 111 photos including a candid photo of Hermann Göring. There are several political institutions as well as soldier's day to day activities and also civilian life all with captions and dated from 1935 to 1939. Excellent

WWII US AIR CORPS AIRCREW M4A2 FLAK HELMET WW2

Lot #546 (Sale Order 605 of 896)

Original era manufacture. Dark OD cloth covered steel helmet with folding ear covers. Issued to USAAF bomber crews for protection against enemy Flakand Fighters during WWII. Light age and wear, very clean condition.

WWII US ARMY NAMED 100TH DIVISION UNIFORM BULLION

Lot #547 (Sale Order 606 of 896)

WWII Named 100th Division size 36R being an Ike jacket having ribbons for the Good Conduct, ETO Medal with two campaign stars, American Campaign and finally the Victory medal. Also on the jacket are three overseas stripes with PFC rank insignia and lastly a stunning 100th Division bullion embroidered patch of felt with silver boarder. The tunic is named to Preston with a contract date of 1944. Excellent World War II Mobilization On 23 February 1942, the 199th and 200th Infantry Brigade headquarters were disbanded, and the division was placed in command of the 397th, 398th, and 399th Infantry Regiments directly; the 400th Infantry Regiment was inactivated by relief of Reserve personnel. The 100th Infantry Division was ordered into active military service on 15 November 1942 at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. The enlisted and officer cadre came from the 76th Infantry Division. The commander of the 100th was Major General Withers A. Burress, one of only eleven generals who commanded their divisions from mobilization until the end of the war. From late 1943 to early 1944, the division trained in the mountains of Tennessee and was subsequently sent to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, for further training. While at Fort Bragg, Technical Sergeant Walter L. Bull earned the first Expert Infantryman's Badge. Order of battle Headquarters, 100th Infantry Division 397th Infantry Regiment 398th Infantry Regiment 399th Infantry Regiment Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 100th Infantry Division Artillery 373rd Field Artillery Battalion (155 mm) 374th Field Artillery Battalion (105 mm) 375th Field Artillery Battalion (105 mm) 925th Field Artillery Battalion (105 mm) 325th Engineer Combat Battalion 325th Medical Battalion 100th Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop (Mechanized) Headquarters, Special Troops, 100th Infantry Division Headquarters Company, 100th Infantry Division 800th Ordnance Light Maintenance Company 100th Quartermaster Company 100th Signal Company Military Police Platoon Band 100th Counterintelligence Corps Detachment The division sailed to Europe on 6 October of that year. The division arrived at Marseille, France on 20 October. It was made part of VI Corps of the Seventh United States Army, Sixth United States Army Group. European Theater As soon as the division was prepared for combat, it began moving into the Meurthe-et-Moselle region, and sent its first elements into combat at St. Remy in the Vosges Mountains on 1 November 1944. The division as a whole began the relief of the 45th Infantry Division at Baccarat on 5 November, and assumed control of the sector on 9 November. The attack jumped off on 12 November, and the division drove against the German Winter Line in the Vosges Mountains. The 100th took Bertrichamps and Clairupt, pierced the German line, and seized Raon-l'Étape and Saint-Blaise-Moyenmoutier between 16 and 26 November. Later in November the division moved into the Vosges region, elements assisted in holding the Saverne Gap bridgehead while the bulk of the division went into reserve. The unit was relieved from assignment to VI Corps and transferred to the US XV Corps on 27 November 1944. It then moved into the Moselle region. The citadel of Bitche, France In December 1944, the division went on the offensive in the vicinity of Bitche, France. The division occupied the nearby areas of Wingen and Lemberg after fierce fighting on 6–10 December. The division then advanced to Reyersviller, which fell after fighting on 11–13 December. On 14 December, regiments from the 100th started their assault on a minor fortification Freundenburg and Fort Schiesseck, a major defensive work in the region. Fort Freundenburg was captured on 17 December by the 100th division's 398th Infantry Regiment. Fort Schiesseck capitulated after three more days of heavy assault by the 100th on 20 December. The division was ordered to halt its attack and to hold defensive positions south of Bitche as part of the Seventh Army during the Battle of the Bulge. Thanks to a stout defense, the men of the 100th later became known as the "Sons of Bitche". The German counterattacks of 1 and 8–10 January 1945 were repulsed, after heavy fighting at Bitche. After further attacks stalled and the Germans began to withdraw, the sector was generally quiet and the division prepared to resume its offensive east. On 15 March 1945, the attack jumped off and on 16 March, Bitche fell to the 100th Infantry Division. The unit was then relieved from assignment to XV Corps, and transferred to XXI Corps on 22 March 1945. Taking Neustadt and Ludwigshafen, the division reached the Rhine River on 24 March. On 25 March 1945, the unit was returned from XXI Corps back to VI Corps. On 31 March 1945, the 100th Infantry Division crossed the Rhine and moved south in the wake of the 10th Armored Division and then east across the Neckar River, establishing and enlarging a bridgehead from 4 to 11 April. Heilbronn fell after nine days of house-to-house combat on 12 April and t

WWII US BOMBER CREW TROUSERS W SUSPENDERS WW2

Lot #547a (Sale Order 607 of 896)

WWII US Army Air Forces Leather A-5 Bomber Flight Pants, early 1940s authentic Leather Bomber Flight pants, lined with heavy wool in remarkably Good condition. Front-zipper fly & zipper as well as inner leg zippers are by Whizzer of Conn. works fine Original Suspenders & Leather Buckle-straps. Waist 44R inseam (straight down leg): 30"

WWII US AIR CORPS TROOP CARRIER UNIFORM GROUP WW2

Lot #548 (Sale Order 608 of 896)

WWII US Army Air Corps uniform grouping named to a member of the Airborne Troop Carrier group. Both Ike and four pocket service tunics are sized 40R and has the last initial and last four of his service number (D-9918) and both having sergeant chevrons. The four pocket has his ribbon bar including Good Conduct, European–African–Middle Eastern Campaign with one campaign star and finally American Campaign Medal. The Ike jacket has three gold overseas stripes to the lower sleeve. History All U.S. tactical air support units in Great Britain were consolidated into the Ninth Air Force on 16 October 1943, under the command of Maj. Gen. Lewis H. Brereton. At the same time the IX Troop Carrier Command was activated, having been constituted by USAAF Headquarters five days before the headquarters of IX TCC transferred to Grantham where it remained until 20 September 1944, when it transferred to Ascot, Berkshire, its final location in Europe. Its first headquarters was located at RAF Cottesmore, where it took control of a provisional headquarters established by the Eighth Air Force in September. The original cadre came from "Headquarters 1st Troop Carrier Command" established as a provisional headquarters by the Eighth Air Force in September with six officers and three aircraft of the 315th Troop Carrier Group (the remainder of the group's aircraft and squadrons were on detached service in the Mediterranean Theater of Operations). On 1 October 1943 the 434th Troop Carrier Group became part of the provisional command and was the only group assigned. Twelve airfields were designated for the new command, each to house 40 C-47s and a like number of gliders: RAF Fulbeck, RAF Langar, RAF Bottesford, RAF Wakerley, RAF Balderton, RAF North Witham, RAF Barkston Heath, RAF Cottesmore, RAF North Luffenham, RAF Saltby, RAF Folkingham, and RAF Woolfox Lodge. In October, 1943, Brigadier General Benjamin F. Giles became commanding officer. In November the 435th TCG and RAF Welford were assigned, and IX TCC Headquarters were moved to Grantham. RAF Ramsbury, RAF Aldermaston, and RAF Greenham Common also became available as landing areas for tactical training with the 101st Airborne Division and later became troop carrier bases. Its first wing, the 50th TCW, became operational on 17 October 1943. A second wing, the 52d Troop Carrier Wing, arrived from Sicily on 17 February 1944. Its five groups had participated in the large airborne assault during the Allied invasion of Sicily and had flown combat jumps on a smaller scale in Italy. On 11 March 1944 the final troop carrier wing assigned to the command, the 53rd TCW, arrived from the United States along with five groups that had just completed their operational training. The wings were realigned to provide the 53rd TCW, tasked as the primary unit for glider operations, with the four groups already operational in February 1944 (434th through 437th), while the least experienced groups were assigned to the 50th Wing. The command grew to a total of 14 groups in April 1944 when the 315th TCG was taken off transport duties in the Mediterranean and assigned two additional squadrons to bring it up to full TO&E, and when the newly created 442d TCG arrived from the United States. These groups went into training for Operation Overlord, the invasion of France, as they arrived in Britain. The groups of the 50th and 52nd Wings began intensive night formation training that included practice jumps with the airborne divisions assigned to them, which continued through April, when the division commanders decided to stop further unit jump training. The 53rd TCW began training at the beginning of March but had virtually no troop experience until mid-May, when they began a series of mock night operations to raise their level of training. Both the 315th and 442nd groups continued formation training until the end of May. Five groups also conducted training in night glider assaults during both April and May. By 1 June IX TCC had approximately 1,200 C-47s and 1,400 gliders assigned, and 950 crews for each. At the end of February 1944, using equipment and personnel from the 52nd TCW, the command established a training unit for airborne division pathfinders and the air crews that would deliver them. The Command Pathfinder School was redesignated the 1st Pathfinder Group (Provisional) in August 1944. IX TCC delivered both the 82nd Airborne and 101st Airborne Divisions in the American airborne landings in Normandy on 6–7 June 1944. In August the command was assigned to the First Allied Airborne Army, which from 17–25 September 1944, landed both American divisions, the British 1st Airborne Division, and the Polish 1st Independent Parachute Brigade in the Netherlands during Operation Market Garden. The 50th TCW moved to bases in France in September as well. In February and March 1945 the 52d and 53rd wings also deployed to bases in France, except for two groups of the 52nd assigned to support British airborne operations

WWII US AIR CORPS A-10A OXYGEN MASK SIZE 44 DATE

Lot #548a (Sale Order 609 of 896)

USAAF type A-10A demand oxygen mask, dated 4-44. The A-10A mask was a standard issue mask by 1943. This will look great with any WWII flying helmet assembly. Size Medium. Excellent. The A-10 was rushed into service in 1943 to replace the deficient A-8Bs still in use by the 8th AAF in England. By 1944 it has been superceded by the A-14. Stock code O21146.

VIETNAM NAMED PATCHED HBT MEDICAL OFFICER UNIFORM

Lot #549 (Sale Order 610 of 896)

Named Vietnam War Medical Officer's HBT patched service uniform. Both HBT shirt and trousers are in very good condition with the shirt having the rank of Major with Nurse insignia to the collar. The shirt also has a white nametape with the name Clark along with U.S. Army To the chest a stellar theater made 8th Field Hospital pocket patch that is Vietnamese hand embroidered. The tunic is a size large and the trousers are also marked size large. Excellent The U.S. Army’s 8th Field Hospital become the first operational at Nha Trang. It provided both medical care and medical logistics. It serveed as the primary treatment facility for U.S. military personnel in South Vietnam until 1963, when the Navy establishes its own facility in Saigon. The 8th Field Hospital received support from the 57th Medical Detachment (Helicopter Ambulance), which is equipped with UH-1 “Huey” helicopters. The 57th’s first rescue mission took place on May 12, 1962

WWII NAZI GERMAN PHOTO FIELD GEAR INSIGNIA LOT WW2

Lot #550 (Sale Order 611 of 896)

WWII Nazi German insignia, field gear and photo lot to include 1) Mixed matched set of eating utensils 2) Photo of a Luftwaffe Pilot with the rank of Lt. Colonel and wearing a Pour le Mérite commonly called a Blue Max. Photo in the period frame measures 7 1/4 X 9 1/4 3) K98 M34 gun cleaning kit but is missing the oiler. 4) Eight pieces of heavy worn and removed from the tunic insignia 5) Kingdom of Sardinia Kingdom of Italy Flag made of silk measuring 9 1/2 X 9 inches 6) Souvenir of Paris silk handkerchief with an image of the Eifel Tower

WWII M26 ADRIAN INFANTRY HELMET WITH LINER WW2

Lot #551 (Sale Order 612 of 896)

A light weight, stamped, "Adrian" helmet, consisting of a manganese steel shell, an aluminum top comb and folded mild steel rim. The helmet retains most of its period olive green paint. Nice complete liner and chinstrap. Roughly a size 55/56. Nice clean example. The French were the first to have a general issue, "modern ", steel helmet in WWI and developed the classic "Adrian" style helmet in early 1915 followed by the British army later that year and by the German’s in 1916. By September of 1915 most French front line personnel had received the helmet and by the end of the year over three million had been manufactured and distributed. The next helmet produced by the French was the M26. It differed from the M16 by being pressed out of a single piece of manganese steel and had a different liner making it easier to manufacture.

WWII & VIETNAM ERA FIELD GEAR LOT W KNIFE CANTEEN

Lot #552 (Sale Order 613 of 896)

WWII US Army Field Gear lot to include 1) WWII U.S. ARMY CANTEEN & COVER. Cover shows unit markings and still has good color 2) M43 U.S. FOLDING SHOVEL & CARRIER. Both carrier and shovel are in excellent condition. 3) U.S. M38 CANVAS LEGGINGS. Matching set size marked 1 4) RED CROSS MEDIC BRASSARD. Armband is numbered to the reverse 197886 with some staining and discoloration due to age. 5) Vietnam Era pilots survival knife missing the sharpening stone with finish loss and sharpening to the blade. Still retains the original leather scabbard

US WWII WAC ENLISTED HOBBY HAT DEBWAY 22 1/2 WW2

Lot #553 (Sale Order 614 of 896)

Olive brown wool hat nicknamed the "Hobby Hat" for the commander of the WAAC / WAC Program Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby. Very clean condition with just a touch of minor mothing. Green imitation silk lining with a large Brass emblem.Debway mfg. Size 22 1/2. History The WAAC's organization was designed by numerous Army bureaus coordinated by Lt. Col. Gillman C. Mudgett, the first WAAC Pre-Planner; however, nearly all of his plans were discarded or greatly modified before going into operation because he expected a corps of only 11,000 women. Without the support of the War Department, Representative Edith Nourse Rogers of Massachusetts introduced a bill on 28 May 1941, providing for a Women's Army Auxiliary Corps. The bill was held up for months by the Bureau of the Budget but was resurrected after the United States entered the war. The senate approved the bill on 14 May 1942 and became law on 15 May 1942. The day after President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the bill he set a recruitment goal of 25,000 women for the first year. That goal was unexpectedly exceeded, so the Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson decided to increase the limit by authorizing the enlistment of 150,000 volunteers. The WAAC was modeled after comparable British units, especially the ATS, which caught the attention of Chief of Staff George C. Marshall. Members of the WAC became the first women other than nurses to serve within the United States Army. In 1942, the first contingent of 800 members of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps began basic training at Fort Des Moines Provisional Army Officer Training School, Iowa. The women were fitted for uniforms, interviewed, assigned to companies and barracks and inoculated against disease during the first day. The WAAC were first trained in three major specialties. The brightest and nimblest were trained as switchboard operators. Next came the mechanics, who had to have a high degree of mechanical aptitude and problem solving ability. The bakers were usually the lowest scoring recruits and were stereotyped as being the least intelligent and able by their fellow WAACs. This was later expanded to dozens of specialties like Postal Clerk, Driver, Stenographer, and Clerk-Typist. WAC armorers maintained and repaired small arms and heavy weapons that they were not allowed to use. A physical training manual titled "You Must Be Fit" was published by the War Department in July 1943, aimed at bringing the women recruits to top physical standards. The manual begins by naming the responsibility of the women: "Your Job: To Replace Men. Be Ready To Take Over." It cited the commitment of women to the war effort in England, Russia, Germany and Japan, and emphasized that the WAC recruits must be physically able to take on any job assigned to them. The fitness manual was state-of-the-art for its day, with sections on warming up and progressive body-weight strength-building exercises for the arms, legs, stomach, neck and back. It included a section on designing a personal fitness routine after basic training and concluded with "The Army Way to Health and Added Attractiveness" with advice on skin care, make-up and hair styles. Inept publicity and the poor appearance of the WAAC/WAC uniform, especially in comparison to that of the other services, handicapped recruiting efforts. A resistance by senior Army commanders was overcome by the efficient service of WAACs in the field, but the attitude of men in the rank and file remained generally negative and hopes that up to a million men could be replaced by women never materialized. The United States Army Air Forces became an early and staunch supporter of regular military status for women in the army. About 150,000 American women eventually served in the WAAC and WAC during World War II. They were the first women other than nurses to serve with the Army. While the conservative opinion in the leadership of the Army was initially opposed to women serving in uniform, as was public opinion, the shortage of men necessitated a new policy. WACs working in the communications section of the operations room at an air force station. While most women served stateside, some went to various places around the world, including Europe, North Africa, and New Guinea. For example, WACs landed on Normandy Beach just a few weeks after the initial invasion.

WWII US ARMY & USN & MARINE CORPS PATCH LOT WW2

Lot #554 (Sale Order 615 of 896)

WWII US patch lot containing 21 armored triangles, Merrills Marauders shoulder patch 5 Marine Corps SSIm 9 USN patches and several sets of chevrons. Excellent

WWII FIRE AWAY! 5th WAR LOAN POSTER V WAR LOAN 44

Lot #555 (Sale Order 616 of 896)

An original WWII War Loan Drive poster that Measures 20 X 28 inches Marked: "Fire Away!" "In Memory U.S.S. Dorado" "Buy Extra War Bonds". "Victory V for the 5th War Loan drive". Marked: "U.S. Government Printing Office: 1944-O-581636"; WFD-908-A and the artist's signature: George Schreiber '44. The image is of U.S. Navy sailors on a U.S. submarine perhaps depicting the submarine Dorado which was lost with all hands around 10/12/1943. The Dorado disappeared in the Gulf of Mexico as it was heading for the Panama Canal en-route to the Pacific. It was first believed that it was sunk by "friendly fire" when a PBY attacked an unknown sub but it was determined that the PBY actually had attacked a U-boat. After the war, it was found that a U-boat had laid mines in the area where the Dorado was lost and is believed to be the cause. Excellent.

CIVIL WAR DELEGATE WWI VIETNAM MEDAL LOT

Lot #556 (Sale Order 617 of 896)

US Military lot to include Civil War GAR National encampment medal 39th National Delegate Badge held in Washington DC in 1887. Silk ribbon has been torn and shows heavy wear 2) Army & Navy Union membership badge with devices. The red enamel bars at the bottom of the ribbon represent Garrison offices, while the purple enamel bars at the top of the ribbon represent Dept. offices. 3) Legion of Merit Medal with Crimp Brooch. Medal is in excellent condition.

WW1 US ARMY QUARTERMASTER CORPS UNIFORM

Lot #557 (Sale Order 618 of 896)

WW1 US Army Quartermaster Corps Uniform Jacket. A high quality, olive drab, M1912 wool whipcord tunic, with a stand-up collar fastened by two hooks and eyes. The four front patch pockets have button down scalloped flaps. The five large front closure buttons, and the four small pocket and two small shoulder strap buttons, are all embossed with an American eagle. To the right side of the stand-up collar is a 2.5cm diameter bronze disk with "U.S." embossed against a cross-hatched background. It is mounted to its reverse by a screw-back post. To the left side of the collar is a disk in the same material and dimensions, upon which is embossed the insignia for the Quartermaster that is also mounted to its reverse by a screw-back post. Insignia representing the rank of Sargent of the Quartermaster Corps Unit is hand sewn to the right arm. The tunic is fully lined and in very good condition.

NAZI M34 DOUBLE DECAL FEUERSCHUTZPOLIZEI HELMET

Lot #558 (Sale Order 619 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction, civic M34 helmet retains most of its original black satin finish paint. The left side of the helmet has a silver bordered, black based, police decal with the second pattern, silver, wreathed police eagle as introduced on July 28TH 1936. The decal is retained about 95%. The right side of the helmet has a party shield decal which is retained about 98%. The helmet has two separate, groups of seven, "salt & pepper" ventilation holes positioned on each side of the crown. All four of the flat headed liner retaining rivets are intact. Complete liner and chinstrap system. Size marked 56. Super nice helmet. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Beside the basic army style helmets the Germans also produced a wide variety of civic style helmets with no fewer then nine assorted variants of the model M34. These civic style helmets were utilized by assorted civilian and para-military organizations including the police. Shortly after Hitler ascension to power in January 1933 regulations indicated that police helmets were to have a canted white swastika applied to the right side and the Prussian state color shield applied to the left side until further regulations of April 23RD 1934 altered the Prussian state shield to the national tri-color shield. On June 17TH 1936, Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler was appointed to the newly created position of Chef der Deutschen Polizei im Reichsministerium des Innern, (Chief of the German Police in the National Ministry of the Interior), effectively giving him full control of all police agencies within Germany. As a result of this appointment and the restructuring of all the separate German state police into a single national police force new regulations were instituted to bring about uniformity in dress for all police through-out the country including the Feuerschutzpolizei, (Fire Protection Police). The new dress regulations included an attempt to standardize the helmets of the police. On July 28TH 1936 regulations once again altered the insignia on the police helmets with the new wreathed police eagle emblem to be applied to the left side of the helmet and the NSDAP party shield applied to the right side. The July 1936 police helmet insignia was utilized for the duration of the war.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA OFFICER DAGGER M7/27 WW2

Lot #559 (Sale Order 620 of 896)

Nice quality dagger features a roughly, 8 3/4", (22.2 cm), long double edged nickel/silver plated drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 13 5/8" (34.7 cm). The nickel/silver plated blade shows light scabbard runners and most of the original cross graining still being visible. The obverse of the blade has the nice, deep, well defined, acid etched Fraktur style, script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All/Everything for Germany), which is crisp and well defined. Maker marked to "M7/27" Pumawerk of Solingen. The dagger has the plated nickel crossguard, pommel, and tang nut. The dagger has a very nicely contoured, reddish tinged, brown, stained, hardwood grip, which has a nice snug fit to both the top and bottom fittings. The grip has a nicely inset, solid aluminum national eagle and a nickel/silver and enameled runic SA button both intact. The dagger comes with it’s original, coppery brown, painted, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. Excellent The SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), was originally formed in the August 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), and as with the NSDAP the SA was structure along paramilitary lines. The SA recruited most of its personnel from the ranks of the various Freikorps, (Free Corps), groups composed mainly of disgruntled, ex-WWI soldiers and was first utilized at a NSDAP meeting in Munich in November 1921.The SA M33 service dagger was the first dagger officially sanctioned by the NSDAP and was introduced on December 15TH 1933. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was adapted by Professor Woenne of the Solingen School of Commerce who had based it on the traditional 16TH century, Swiss "Holbein", "Baselard" or "Basilard", hunting dagger with the original design being attributed to the Hans Holbein the Younger, (Circa 1497-1543). Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality, solid, nickel/silver fittings while later models had cheaper, nickel/silver plated fittings and painted scabbards. Regulations dictated that the daggers were to worn on the left side of the waist belt suspended by a specific, dagger hanger. In late 1934 items manufactured for the SA including daggers and accoutrements came under the quality control of the RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster) and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: The RZM was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Production of the SA M33 dagger was discontinued sometime in 1943. Of Note: Other daggers initiated by the SA included the Marine-SA Dagger, circa 1933-34, originally with black grip and scabbard and later with brown grip and scabbard but with brass colored fittings, the short lived, (Circa February 3RD 1934-July 4TH 1934), SA-Stabschef, (SA-Chief of Staff), Ernst Röhm Dedication Dagger with the inscription, "In herzlicher Freundschaft Ernst Röhm", (In heartfelt Friendship Ernst Röhm). After Röhm’s demise the new SA-Stabschef, Viktor Lutze introduced the SA Honour Dagger, circa 1935, the SA Standarte Feldhernnhalle Dagger, circa 1937, the SA High Leader’s Honour Dagger, circa 1938 and the Special SA Presentation Dagger circa 1938-39.

US KRAG RIFLE BAYONET MODEL 1892 DATED 1901

Lot #560 (Sale Order 621 of 896)

Model 1892 Krag Rifle bayonet, dated 1901 and marked "US" in original scabbard. Blade measures 11.6", 16.25" overall length. Scabbard shows age, but retains approximately 80% of original finish with some wear at the contact point near the throat. Blade, grips, and pommel are in excellent condition as well. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRESS BAYONET LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #561 (Sale Order 622 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Dress Bayonet lot of two. 1) Roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Non maker marked blade. The leather washer is not present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black Bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed alloy rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 10% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact. 2) Bayonet roughly, 20cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Blade is maker marked to Eickhorn. The leather washer is present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black Bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed steel rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 80% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact.

WWI US M-1912 SPRINGFIELD FENCING BAYONET WW1

Lot #562 (Sale Order 623 of 896)

These are very rare and very hard to come by, especially in such nice condition. Initially introduced as the Model 1906, it featured a leather covered straight spring steel blade with a leather covered loop in the blade on the front. The rear has two muzzle rings which by using clamping screws to secure the practice bayonet to the front of the rifle. In 1912 it was determined that the bayonet worked better by turning the blade portion through 90 degrees. These were often called "Fencing bayonets", and were used for man to man training. This example is in wonderful condition overall. The leather is still supple and has a great aged brown color, with the stitching all intact. There is some wear on the tip and edges, but that is to be expected on training bayonet of this age. It is marked with R.I.A. over 1914, indicating manufacture at Rock Island Arsenal in Rock Island, Illinois in 1914. Underneath this is inspector stamp T.C.C. for Thomas C. Carroll, an inspector at R.I.A. during WWI, who worked at the arsenal in various capacities from 1891 to 1923. Below this is another inspection stamp is C.H.B.

GERBER FIGHTING KNIFE NAMED BLADE 4TH INF DIV.

Lot #563 (Sale Order 624 of 896)

Blade named MKII Gerber fighting knife with scabbard. The serial numbered blade is E8691S and the blade is also named on the obverse Eric T. Griffen and to the reverse B bat 5/29 F/A 4th INF FORT CARSON COLORADO. The blade dates to the 1980's and shows light scratching to the blade. Also there is uniform wear to the scabbard. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN M40 LUFTWAFFE COMBAT HELMET Q66

Lot #564 (Sale Order 625 of 896)

The stamped, sheet steel construction M40 helmet retains about a good portion of its slightly rough textured, Luftwaffe blue/gray paint. The left side of the helmet has a second pattern, (circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle decal which is retained about 85%. All three of the liner retaining rivets are intact. The interior of the helmet has a complete M31 leather liner with three fingers torn and the original tie string intact. The reverse, interior, neck guard apron has a stamped is serial/lot number, "854", and the interior, left side apron is stamped with the manufacturer’s code and size "Q66", indicating manufacture by F.W. Quist, G.m.b.H. Esslingen, size 66 with a complete partial chinstrap. Very good The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. The Luftwaffe pattern national eagle was originally introduced for wear by Fliegerschaft, (Pilot Base), personnel of the DLV, Deutscher Luftsportsverband, (German Air Sports Association), the clandestine, civilian, forerunner of the Luftwaffe on August 18TH 1934, and adopted for wear by the Luftwaffe on March 1ST 1935 along with the national tri-color shield for wear on the helmet. The first pattern national eagle was utilized until a modified second pattern eagle was introduced in late 1936 or early 1937. Regulations of June 12TH 1940 discontinued the use of the national tri-color decal and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the national eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

CASED & NAMED BRONZE STAR CLEVELAND OHIO WW2

Lot #565 (Sale Order 626 of 896)

Named and cased WWII Bronze Star that is officially engraved to the reverse Steve Lipka Army Serial Number 35535279 and was from Cleveland Ohio. Both medal and case are in excellent condition. Medal comes also with the ribbon bar and enameled lapel pin

WWII NAZI GERMAN WHW GAU STEIERMARK WW2

Lot #566 (Sale Order 627 of 896)

The WHW, Winterhilfswerk (Winter-help-work), was an annual charitable donation event held by the "NS -Volkswohlfahrt" (National Socialist - Peoples’-welfare-organization), in which personnel from all of the organizations would solicit donations from the public, and reward contributors with a wide variety of lapel badges or propaganda booklets. This is an very good condition red-painted, sheet metal can, roughly 17cm in overall height, and 10.5cm in diameter. There is a front paper label to the can for the WHW for the month of März or March of 39/40. Featuring a hinged lid which is stepped as it ascends, with an angled coin slot to its apex, unto whose surface are the raised serial numbers 14339 (serial number). To the lid, immediately above its hinge, is a small, circular perforation, with Papier (Paper) embossed to one side of it and Geld (Money) to the other. A handle is riveted to the reverse, beneath the lid’s hinge. Embossed to the can itself, Gau Steiermark (Administrative-region Steiermark). To its bottom is the embossed maker’s name, M. Westermann & Co, with G.m.b.H. underneath it, for Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (Company with limited Liability), both arching above Wesco within a diamond, and with Neheim -Ruhr arching beneath that. The embossed number 8 may be seen below the latter location.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA DAGGER BY ANTON WINGEN WW2

Lot #567 (Sale Order 628 of 896)

Early, nice quality dagger features a roughly, 8 3/4", (22.2 cm), long, double edged, nickel/silver plated, drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 13 5/8", (34.7 cm). The nickel/silver plated blade shows light scabbard runners and most of the original cross graining still being visible. The obverse of the blade has the nice, deep, well defined, acid etched Fraktur style, script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All/Everything for Germany), which is crisp and well defined. Maker marked M7/51 "Anton Wingen Jr. of Solingen". The dagger has a plated, cast, nickel/silver crossguard, pommel, and tang nut which all show a nice, even, age patina. The dagger has a very nicely contoured, reddish tinged, brown, stained, hardwood grip, which has a nice snug fit to both the top and bottom fittings. The grip has a nicely inset, solid nickel/silver national eagle and a nickel/silver and enameled runic SA button both intact. Both insets show light age patina. The dagger comes with it’s original, coppery brown, anodized, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. The scabbard anodized finish is very worn. Both of the scabbard fittings retain their original, dome headed, securing screws and the top fitting also retains its hanger suspension loop and ring. Good The SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), was originally formed in the August 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), and as with the NSDAP the SA was structure along para-military lines. The SA recruited most of its personnel from the ranks of the various Freikorps, (Free Corps), groups composed mainly of disgruntled, ex-WWI soldiers and was first utilized at a NSDAP meeting in Munich in November 1921.The SA M33 service dagger was the first dagger officially sanctioned by the NSDAP and was introduced on December 15TH 1933. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was adapted by Professor Woenne of the Solingen School of Commerce who had based it on the traditional 16TH century, Swiss "Holbein", "Baselard" or "Basilard", hunting dagger with the original design being attributed to the Hans Holbein the Younger, (Circa 1497-1543). Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality, solid, nickel/silver fittings while later models had cheaper, nickel/silver plated fittings and painted scabbards. Regulations dictated that the daggers were to worn on the left side of the waist belt suspended by a specific, dagger hanger. In late 1934 items manufactured for the SA including daggers and accoutrements came under the quality control of the RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster) and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: The RZM was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Production of the SA M33 dagger was discontinued sometime in 1943. Of Note: Other daggers initiated by the SA included the Marine-SA Dagger, circa 1933-34, originally with black grip and scabbard and later with brown grip and scabbard but with brass colored fittings, the short lived, (Circa February 3RD 1934-July 4TH 1934), SA-Stabschef, (SA-Chief of Staff), Ernst Röhm Dedication Dagger with the inscription, "In herzlicher Freundschaft Ernst Röhm", (In heartfelt Friendship Ernst Röhm). After Röhm’s demise the new SA-Stabschef, Viktor Lutze introduced the SA Honour Dagger, circa 1935, the SA Standarte Feldhernnhalle Dagger, circa 1937, the SA High Leader’s Honour Dagger, circa 1938 and the Special SA Presentation Dagger circa 1938-39.

WWII US CASE XX 337-6Q FIGHTING KNIFE W/ SCABBARD

Lot #568 (Sale Order 629 of 896)

WW2 CASE XX 337-6Q Quartermaster Knife/Fighting Knife, original leather scabbard included; great overall condition, considering the age. Very Good

WWI US ARMY BOLO MACHETE with SHEATH WW1

Lot #569 (Sale Order 630 of 896)

20" overall with 15" bright blade marked No. 1005. Tooled leather sheath with brass furniture. Very Good-Excellent

WWII USMC AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND D GUARD KNIFE WW2

Lot #570 (Sale Order 631 of 896)

6" double sided dagger-style blade, 10.75" overall length. Aluminum D-guard / knuckle knife / trench knife pattern handle. This type of knife came to be known as the Australia / New Zealand knife as it was popularized by Marines stationed there during World War II. They would purchase locally manufactured knives with aluminum handles like this and carry them in combat. Some aging to the blade with some sharpening. Excellent

WWI U.S. ARMY M 1904 HOSPITAL CORPSMAN BOLO KNIFE

Lot #571 (Sale Order 632 of 896)

M1904 hospital corpsman bolo knife with sheath. Blade stamped SA (Springfield Arsenal) with the flaming ordnance bomb and 1911 date. The other side is stamped US with the serial number 19864. Sheath is stamped Rock Island Arsenal 1911 H.E.K. Grips, blade, and scabbard in excellent condition.

REPRO WWII NAZI GERMAN DAMASCUS SA DAGGER WW2

Lot #572 (Sale Order 633 of 896)

Reproduction Damascus SA dagger blade marked ECHT DAMAST P Muller being real Damascus steel but not from WWII. The crossguards and grip is 100% original

WWII NAZI GERMAN COMBAT BOOT KNIFE & SHEATH WW2

Lot #573 (Sale Order 634 of 896)

World War II German Military issue combat boot knife and scabbard. Measures 10.75" overall. Unmarked steel blade measures 7/8" wide by 5.5" long and has been retipped. Includes black painted steel scabbard. Belt hanger is present. Has wood handles riveted onto steel tang.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRESS BAYONET LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #574 (Sale Order 635 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Dress Bayonet lot of two. 1) Roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Non maker marked blade. The leather washer is present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black Bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed alloy rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 70% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact. 2) Bayonet roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Blade is maker marked to Puma. The leather washer is present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed steel rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 80% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRESS BAYONET LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #575 (Sale Order 636 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Dress Bayonet lot of two. 1) Roughly, 20cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Maker marked to "WKC". The leather washer is missing. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black Bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed alloy rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 30% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact. 2) Bayonet is roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Blade is maker marked to Alcoso. The leather washer is present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed steel rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 90% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DRESS BAYONET LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #576 (Sale Order 637 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Dress Bayonet lot of two. 1) Roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Maker marked to "Robert Klaas". The leather washer is missing. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black Bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed alloy rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 80% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact. 2) Fire police bayonet roughly, 25cm long, nickel/silver plated, drop forged, steel construction blade with deep, fullers to each side and a top edge swedge to the forward tip. The blade is in overall good condition with light scabbard runner marks. Blade is maker marked with a stag logo. The leather washer is present. Stud button functions. The bayonet has a nickel/silver plated alloy, crossguard with one up-swept arm, a flash guard and a stylized eagle head pommel. The bayonet has diamond grooved, molded black bakelite construction grips which are secured to the hilt by two, small, dome headed steel rivets. The bayonet comes complete with its original black painted, sheet metal scabbard that retains about 90% of its original black finish. The inserted throat, throat retaining screw and the frog lug are intact.

WWII GERMAN DAGGER KNOT LOT OF 6 HEER LUFTWAFFE

Lot #576a (Sale Order 638 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Officer's portepee lot of 6 consists of the main components of, strap, slide, stem, crown, and ball all worked in bright, silver/aluminum wire threads. The interwoven, looped, silver/aluminum strap is roughly, 38cm long and is inserted through the interwoven slide and into the top of the interwoven stem. The slide and stem are both in interwoven, bright, silver/aluminum wire threads with a repeating "V’ pattern. The crown consists of horizontally laid, twisted, silver/aluminum braiding while the ball consists of vertically laid, twisted, silver/aluminum braiding and both are mounted on an internal, carved, wooden base. The bottom of the ball has a circular recess with an inset piece of bright, silver/aluminum fabric. Good to very good. Traditionally German Army Officers had worn a saber as part of the uniform dress and this tradition was carried on through the Weimar Reichswehr, (National Defence Force, Circa 1919-1933), era and on into the Third Reich. In an attempt to build morale and curry favour within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with the walking out dress, and retained the saber for wear on more formal occasions. The dress dagger was designed by Berlin graphic artist Paul Casberg and was officially approved for wear on May 4TH 1935 along with specifically styled dagger hangers and a new pattern portepee. The edged weapon portepees were originally introduced in the Prussian army in 1808, and continued to be worn with the Dress uniform, as a tradition and identifying item through WWI, the Weimar era and on into the Third Reich, with minor modifications. Originally designed as a functional item to secure the blade sidearm to the holder’s wrist the portepee evolved into a purely decorative accessory. The Third Reich era Officer’s dagger portepee was introduced along with the Officer’s dagger on May 4TH 1935 and was intended for wear by all Officers and Senior NCO’s with permission to wear the dagger. Of Note: Production of the dress dagger was to be discontinued as per regulations of May 27TH 1943 and further wear of the dress dagger and portepee was prohibited by order of September 5TH 1944. Additional regulations of December 23RD 1944 indicated that officer ranks were to wear a pistol in place of the dress dagger.

WWII USMC HOSPITAL CORPSMAN MEDIC KNIFE OR BOLO

Lot #577 (Sale Order 639 of 896)

WWII Era Original USMC Medical Corpsmen Knife w/Leather Scabbard. The knife has a slightly grayed finish and is marked USMC Chatillion N.Y., some discoloration of the blade from age. No nicks or chips, very minor pitting on the blade. Nice clear markings. The handles have the four rivet pattern. The Leather Scabbard is in Excellent Condition, soft and supple. No rips or tears. Type I scabbard without the center rivet on the throat. Marked USMC Boyt -43-

WWII RAD HEWER JUNIOR LEADER DAGGER WW2

Lot #578 (Sale Order 640 of 896)

Broad, 24.5cm long drop forged steel nickel/silver plated Bowie style blade with narrow fuller and false edge. Blade shows moderate scabbard runners and minor sharpening scarring. Obverse blade features the acid etched RAD motto, "Arbeit adelt" (Work Ennobles) in Gothic script. Reverse ricasso is well marked with acid etched "RADJ" inspection mark in an inverted triangle above script, "Ges. Gesch.", indicating Gesetzlich Geschützt, (Protected by Law), and manufacturers (Carl Kriebs) name and logo. Nickel/silver plated single cross guard, bolster, and pommel all intact and quite bright and clean with the pommel being in the form of a stylized eagle’s head. Natural stag grips held in place by two countersunk screw headed bolts. Introduced in August 1934 for wear by ranks of Truppführer, (Corporal), and above in the Reichs Arbeits Dienst, (National Labor Service). In 1937 a Leader’s dagger was introduced and the hewer was only worn by RAD Unterführen (EM/NCO’s).

WW1 US ARMY M1917 KNUCKLE KNIFE LF&C WWI

Lot #579 (Sale Order 641 of 896)

U.S. World War 1 1917 L.F.& C. trench knife in very good condition. This knife measures 14" overall. The blade itself measures 9". This knife has 6 point knuckle guard. 'U.S. L.F.&C. 1917' is stamped on the guard.

1920's 45th DIVISION FRENCH MADE UNIFORM 103rd INF

Lot #580 (Sale Order 642 of 896)

1920's French made 45th Division uniform is in excellent condition with a 5 button front and 4 patch pockets with 103rd (single) crossed rifles and US devices to the high stand up collar. To the left sleeve is a beautiful red felt backed 45th Division shoulder sleeve insignia with the lower sleeve having two gold overseas stripes in bullion thread. Also comes with a matching tailored set of trousers. Excellent History With the outbreak of World War I, troops of the National Guard were formed into the units which exist today, with the Colorado Guard forming the 157th Infantry Regiment, the Arizona Guard forming the 158th Infantry Regiment, and the New Mexico Guard forming the 120th Engineer Regiment. These units were attached to the 40th Infantry Division and deployed to France where they were used as "depot" forces to provide replacements for front-line units. They returned home at the end of the war. The Oklahoma Guard units that would later become the 179th Infantry Regiment and 180th Infantry Regiment were assigned to the 36th Infantry Division and would earn a combat participation credit during the Meuse-Argonne Campaign in France as the 142nd Infantry. Inter-war years 1923–1940 "Square" Organization On 19 October 1920, units of the Oklahoma National Guard were organized as part the 45th Infantry Division, also manned with troops from Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. The division was formed and federally recognized as a National Guard unit on 3 August 1923 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It was assigned the 89th Infantry Brigade of the Colorado and Arizona National Guards, and the 90th Infantry Brigade of the Oklahoma National Guard. As a consequence of these militia roots, when the division was properly organized, many of its members were marksmen and outdoorsmen from the remote frontier regions of the Southwestern United States. The division's first commander was Major General Baird H. Markham. The 45th Infantry Division engaged in regular drills but no major events in its first few years, though the division's Colorado elements were called in to help quell a large coal mining strike. The onset of the Great Depression in the 1930s severely curtailed its funding for training and equipment. Major General Roy Hoffman took command in 1931, followed by Alexander M. Tuthill, Alexander E. McPherren in 1935, and William S. Key in 1936. In 1937, the division's troops were once again called up, this time to help manage a locust plague affecting Colorado. Before the 1930s, the division's symbol was a red square with a yellow swastika, a tribute to the large Native American population in the southwestern United States. The division's original shoulder sleeve insignia, approved in August 1924, featured a swastika, a common Native American symbol, as a tribute to the Southwestern United States region which had a large population of Native Americans. However, with the rise of the Nazi Party in Germany, with its infamous swastika symbol, the 45th Division stopped using the insignia. After a long process of reviewing design submissions, a design by Woody Big Bow, a Kiowa artist from Carnegie, Oklahoma, was chosen for the new shoulder sleeve insignia. The new insignia featured the Thunderbird, another Native American symbol, and was approved in 1939. In August 1941, the 45th Infantry Division took part in the Louisiana Maneuvers, the largest peacetime exercises in U.S. military history. The division was assigned to VIII Corps with the 2nd Infantry Division and the 36th Infantry Division, camped near Pitkin, Louisiana. Still operating with outmoded equipment from World War I, the division did not perform well during these exercises. With poor weather and bad equipment, the undertrained 45th Infantry Division was criticized by officers who considered it "feeble." In spite of these deficiencies, less than one month later, the men were recalled to the active duty force, much to their chagrin, because of concerns of an impending American entry into World War II

2 SOUTH KOREAN ISSUE M1 CARBINE BAYONETS

Lot #581 (Sale Order 643 of 896)

Pair of USGI bayonets. 1- Imperial US M4 bayonet for the M1 Carbine. Has rubber handle as modified for issue to ROK forces. Handle is missing a small section near the pommel, but the blade is solid. Scabbard has remnants of black paint on exposed metal parts. 2- M4 Bayonet marked "K-M4" and underside of guard has South Korean Defense star insignia. Comes in USGI issue US M8A1 scabbard which exhibits more wear than the bayonet. Very Good

WWII US M4 BAYONET FOR M1 CARBINE W/ M8 SCABBARD

Lot #582 (Sale Order 644 of 896)

Guard marked PAL and US M4 with "S" proof on the pommel. Light age wear to the scabbard particularly at the rivets and retention strap. Excellent.

WW2 1942 AFH M1 GARAND/1903 BAYONET

Lot #583 (Sale Order 645 of 896)

"Uncut" WWII US M1 Garand Bayonet .Blade marked US/ AFH and dated 1942. Brown handles, Outstanding condition scabbard and bayonet

3- WWII US 10 INCH M1 GARAND BAYONETS

Lot #584 (Sale Order 646 of 896)

Lot of 3 10" US M1 Garand bayonets. 1- UC marked, parkerized blade, in excellent condition. 2- UFH marked, parkerized blade in excellent condition. 3-AFH with worn blade and one cracked grip panel in Good condition. Good - Excellent

WWII US BLADE MARKED IMPERIAL M3 FIGHTING KNIFE

Lot #585 (Sale Order 647 of 896)

World War II US M3 fighting knife. Marked on the blade "US M3 IMPERIAL" with original US M8 scabbard. Blade shows wear at the tip and scabbard has some soiling to the OD green canvas area. Very Good

WWII US CASE GUARD MARKED M3 FIGHTING KNIFE

Lot #586 (Sale Order 648 of 896)

World War II US M3 fighting knife. Marked on the guard "USM3 CASE" with original US M8 scabbard. Blade and pommel show wear, as does the stacked leather washer handle. 6.5" blade, 11.5" overall length. Very Good

2- WWII USMC BOLO KNIVES + SHEATHES

Lot #587 (Sale Order 649 of 896)

Two variants of the USMC / US Medical Corps Bolo knife. 1-USMC / Village Blacksmith bolo with brass-throated leather Boyt '43 sheath.2- USMC / SHATILLON, NY bolo with brass-throated leather Boyt '43 sheath. Both have wood handles, 12" blades, and 16.5" overall length. Very Good

WWII US ARMY BAZOOKA M6A3C ROCKET INERT WW2

Lot #588 (Sale Order 650 of 896)

Original WWII inert M6A3C rocket for the U.S. WWII 2.36 inch Bazooka. The 2.36" rocket consists of a head, a stabilizer tube, and tail. The head of the practice rocket is totally inert and complies with standards outlined by ATF. The earlier M6A1 had problems with deflection at low angles of impact. The M6A3C with its rounded nose improved on that. Changing to a cylindrical fin assembly increased stability in flight. The steel cone inside the warhead was changed to copper which improved penetration performance from about 3 up to 4 inches of homogenous armor plate. This rocket measures 20 inches long and weigh 2.5 pounds. This example is in very good condition and is marked SIMCO on all components and unscrews to be three separate parts.

WWII US ARMY & NAVY FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 3 WW2

Lot #589 (Sale Order 651 of 896)

Lot of three WWII US fighting knives lot of three to include 1) Theater made fighting knife measuring 14 inches overall with a 8 inch double sided blade. The pommel cap has a Nazi Pfennig Coin and the service number of the solder who owned the knife 34893146 who traces to Grady L. Bailey of Rutherford North Carolina. The leather scabbard is very well made with metal tacks 2) WWII U.S. NAVY RH PAL 36 FIGHTING KNIFE. A WWII RH-PAL-36 FIGHTING KNIFE Marked RH Pal 36 on the blade, made in the USA, retains the original leather sheath. WWII U.S. NAVY MARK 1 RH PAL 36 FIGHTING KNIFE Maker's marks on the blade, matching condition leather sheath. Knife measures 11 inches, blade length 6.25, sheath measures 12 1/4 inches. 3) IMPERIAL PROV. R.I. U.S. FIGHTING KNIFE W/PARKERIZED BLADE & ORIGINAL SHEATH. Overall size is 10 1/4 inches with a 5 inch blade that has been slightly sharpened. The leather washer grip is also in excellent condition.

WWII US NAVY OFFICER SWORD NAMED BY JACOB REED'S

Lot #590 (Sale Order 652 of 896)

Beautiful U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WWII or shortly before. The sword is in excellent condition and is nicely etched. The blade is maker marked Jacob Reed's & Sons Phila Pa. and named to Lewis A. Park. Leather scabbard is complete with a couple of scuffs to the leather. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history.

WWII US ARMY PISTOL BELT W/ THOMPSON AMMO POUCH

Lot #591 (Sale Order 653 of 896)

WWII 1943 dated pistol belt and a 5 cell Thompson ammo pouch for the 20 round magazines. both belt and ammo pouch are in excellent condition.

WWII US ARMY COMBAT FIELD GEAR LOT AMMO BELT WW2

Lot #592 (Sale Order 654 of 896)

WWII US Army complete Enlisted Infantry Rifleman's field gear lot to include 1) M1936 Combat Suspenders that are nicely maker marked. 2) M1 Rifle Garand Ammunition Belt that is maker marked and dated 1943 in near mint condition. 3) US Canteen & cover 4) First Aid Kit and pouch. Overall an excellent matching set.

WWI US BAR AMMO BELT W/ METAL BUTT PLATE HOLDER

Lot #593 (Sale Order 655 of 896)

BAR Browning Automatic Rifle ammunition belt with metal butt plate holder. Both the right half and left half of the pouch are marked. Left is marked L.C.C.& CO. 11-18 RIFLEMANS LEFT and right is marked L.C.C.& CO. 11-18 RIFLEMANS RIGHT. Excellent

WW1 US ARMY TRENCH ART CANTEEN 5TH INFANTRY 3RD DI

Lot #593a (Sale Order 656 of 896)

WW1 US Army Trench Art Canteen 5th Infantry WWI American Forces In Germany. Part of the Versailles Treaty with Germany provided for an occupation force to protect the Rhine bridgeheads; the 2nd Division was one of the US Army units selected for that task. By the end of July, 1919, the US Army of Occupation became the American Forces in Germany; they stayed there until January of 1923. According to Al Barnes, author of the book "In A Strange Land" which documents thoroughly that entire episode, "The 5th Infantry Regiment deployed to Germany in October 1919 and was supposed to be going to Silesia as peacekeepers but got diverted to AF in G in Nov 1919 to become part of the 2nd Brigade in the occupation and remained there until sometime in 1921-22." The troops had time on their hands, and some created "trench art" souvenirs of their service. This canteen was inscribed by a member of the 5th Infantry, 2nd Division, initials WEA. His service there was 1919-1920, "On The Rhine." Excellent

WWII US ARMY NAMED COLONEL UNIFORM THEATER MADE

Lot #594 (Sale Order 657 of 896)

WWII Named Colonel of the US Army uniform with beautiful insignia. The uniform was tailored by Hopkins Tailoring of Baltimore Md. and is named to Col. C. W. Vogo and is dated 10-27-44. The Ike jacket has a beautiful set of bullion Colonel's set of Eagles along with a standard set of US and Quartermaster collar insignia and finally a beautiful theater made Service Of Supply shoulder patch. The jacket is roughly a size 40R and the riding breeches that accompany the jacket are in excellent condition. All of Colonel Vogo's ribbon bars are in the pocket of his service jacket

WWII SWEDISH DRESS BAYONET W/ SCABBARD & FROG WW2

Lot #595 (Sale Order 658 of 896)

Swedish M1939 parade bayonet or dagger called Permissionsbajonet. Swedish Mattison Mora made Dress bayonet/dagger. (FMM Mora Sweden) model 100 with a clamshell cross-guard.

WWII ITALIAN ROYAL ARMY MEDICAL OFFICER VISOR HAT

Lot #596 (Sale Order 659 of 896)

WWII Italian MVSN Lieutenant Officer's M34 Medical Visor Hat. This high quality hat is made of gray gabardine wool. The bullion insignia to the front has excellent detail. The exterior has minor wear and the black leather chinstrap is secured to the capband by two gold brass buttons featuring a medical motif. The interior is lined with light gray silk. The brown leather sweatband is complete and shows very little wear. Size marked 56.

WW2 ITALIAN ROYAL ARMY ARTILLERY OFFICER VISOR HAT

Lot #597 (Sale Order 660 of 896)

WWII Italian MVSN Lieutenant Officer's M34 14th Artillery Visor Hat. This high quality hat is made of gray gabardine wool. The bullion insignia to the front has excellent detail. The exterior has minor wear and the black leather chinstrap is secured to the capband by two gold brass buttons featuring a artillery motif. The interior is lined with light gray silk. The brown leather sweatband is complete and shows very little wear. Size marked 56. Under the full crown sweatshield is the maker's name Marte, Torino, Excellent

WWII ITALIAN OFFICERS AIR FORCE VISOR HAT WW2

Lot #598 (Sale Order 661 of 896)

WWII Italian MVSN Officer's Captain Air Force Visor Hat. This high quality hat is made of black gabardine wool. The bullion insignia to the front has excellent detail. The exterior has minor wear and the black leather chinstrap is secured to the capband by two gold brass buttons featuring a air force motif. The interior is lined with light tan silk. The cream colored leather sweatband is complete and shows very little wear. Roughly a size 56. Under the full crown sweatshield is the maker's name Coruzzolo, Excellent

WWII ITALIAN BLACK SHIRT MVSN FASCIST FEZ WW2

Lot #599 (Sale Order 662 of 896)

This excellent condition fez features a fascist wheat symbol to front and the maker’s name nicely to the interior La Patriottica Bari. Excellent The Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza NSDAPonale (MVSN, "Voluntary Militia for National Security"), commonly called the Blackshirts (Italian: camicie nere, CCNN) or squadristi, was originally the paramilitary wing of the National Fascist Party and, after 1923, an all-volunteer militia of the Kingdom of Italy. Its members were distinguished by their black uniforms (modelled on those of the Arditi, Italy's elite troops of World War I) and their loyalty to Benito Mussolini, the Duce (leader) of Fascism, to whom they swore an oath. The founders of the paramilitary groups were nationalist intellectuals, former army officers and young landowners opposing peasants' and country labourers' unions. Their methods became harsher as Mussolini's power grew, and they used violence and intimidation against Mussolini's opponents. In 1943 the MVSN was integrated into the Italian armed forces. History of the black shirts: Blackshirt, Italian Camicia Nera, plural Camicie Nere, member of any of the armed squads of Italian Fascists under Benito Mussolini, who wore black shirts as part of their uniform. The first squads?each of which was called Squadre d’Azione (Action Squad)?were organized in March 1919 to destroy the political and economic organizations of socialists. By the end of 1920 the Blackshirts were attacking and destroying the organizations not only of socialists but also of communists, republicans, Catholics, trade unionists, and those in cooperatives, and hundreds of people were killed as the Fascist squads expanded in number. A Fascist convention in Naples on October 24, 1922, provided the pretext for the contingent of armed Blackshirts from all over the country for the famous March on Rome that put Mussolini into power. Early the next year, on February 1, 1923, the private Blackshirts were officially transformed into a national militia, the Voluntary Fascist Militia for National Security. The black shirt was worn not only by these military Fascists but also by other Fascists and their sympathizers, especially on patriotic occasions. With the fall of Mussolini in 1943, however, the black shirt and the Blackshirts fell into disgrace.

WWII ITALIAN ALPINE OFFICER'S HAT ALPINI WW2

Lot #600 (Sale Order 663 of 896)

Very nice felt Robin Hood style hat with a wide ribbed band and rope design around the base. Large relief embroidered gold bullion eagle with horn device that is numbered 8. Gold ribbon inverted chevrons with gold metallic holder for a white feather (original feather included!). Leather sweatband with a gray silk liner marked with maker name and logo. Shows some wear but overall nice condition, approximate size 56. The personnel for the mountain (Alpini) divisions was drawn from Italy's mountainous Alpine region and tended to be of superior quality. In addition to being well trained for mountain warfare, they were expert in the handling of pack artillery. The mountain divisions differed from a standard infantry division in that each regiment had its own artillery, engineering, and ancillary services associated with the regiment on a permanent basis. This made each regiment of a mountain division relatively self-supporting and capable of independent action. By design, a mountain division consisted of a divisional headquarters, two mountain infantry regiments, an artillery regiment, a mixed engineer battalion, a chemical warfare company, two reserve mountain infantry battalions, and divisional services. The divisional headquarters included an anti-tank platoon. Each mountain infantry regiment included its own headquarters company, with a platoon of flamethrowers. Each regiment also included three mountain infantry battalions and regimental services. At full strength, the firepower for a mountain infantry regiment was 27 heavy machine guns, 81 light machine guns, 27 45 mm mortars, 12 81 mm mortars, and 27 flamethrowers. The artillery regiment was split between the two infantry regiments. Each regiment was provided with a battalion of 75 mm howitzers. All were transported on pack animals.

WWII NAZI GERMAN ARMBAND LOT NSDAP & SA WW2

Lot #601 (Sale Order 664 of 896)

WWII Nazi German armband lot to include 1) NSDAP MEMBER'S ARMBAND. A red cotton armband, upon which is sewn an approximately 9cm diameter white disk, with a black printed mobile swastika. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika armband. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. 2) SA MILITARY DEFENSE/TEAM SPORTS ARMBAND. The approximately 10cm x 45cm red cotton armband has a 9cm diameter white field sewn to it, upon which is the SA sports badge machine woven in copper-colored threads. The SA sports badge is in the form of an upright short sword against a mobile swastika surrounded by an oak leaf wreath. The armband's vertical seam is to the reverse. The "SA -Wehrmannschaft" (SA -Military-defense-training-groups) were formed in January 1939 as a response to Hitler's decree for the SA to provide pre- and post-military defense training to all civilian males aged from 18 to 65 years old. Effectively a Home Guard comprised of those deemed unfit for regular military service due to age or partial infirmity, they wore a distinctive armband which incorporated the "SA -Wehrabzeichen" (SA Sports-badge) which, after July 1942, was restricted to wear on civilian clothing.

WW1 & WWII NAZI GERMAN CASED MEDAL LOT WW2

Lot #602 (Sale Order 665 of 896)

WW1 & WWII German medal lot to include 1) CASED COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF MARCH 13TH 1938. Silver washed, die struck alloy construction medal. The obverse of the medal features two embossed figures symbolically breaking the chains of bondage with an unfurled national flag in the background and a high relief national eagle to the bottom. The reverse features embossed Latin script to the center, "13th März 1938", encompassed by additional script, "Ein Volk, Ein Reich, Ein Führer". (One People, One State, One Leader). The ribbon suspension ring and medal loop are both intact and the award comes complete with its original ribbed rayon ribbon with an alloy pin back device, handstitched to the reverse top. Original case is included. The Commemorative Medal of March 13TH 1938 was instituted on May 1ST 1938 for award to civilians and military personnel who participated in the annexation of Austria into Greater Germany. This was the first of the "Anschluss", (Union, Annexation), medals, awarded for the "Flower Wars". Having been born in Austria the union of the two countries was a cornerstone in Hitler’s foreign policy that was expressly forbidden by the Treaty of Versailles. Although the Germans and Austrians had signed an agreement that had guaranteed Austrian independence from Germany, on July 11TH 1936, Hitler was determined to absorb Austria into his realm and loyal Nazi’s within Austria did their best to disrupt the Austrian government. On February 12TH 1938 Hitler met with the Austrian Chancellor Doctor Kurt von Schuschnigg at Berchtesgaden where Hitler launched into a tirade concerning what he viewed as the Austrian problem and demanded a resolution or threatened that Austria would feel the German’s wrath by an armed invasion. The brow-beat Schuschnigg signed a new agreement with Hitler but intrigued to escape it by holding an Austrian plebiscite for the political union of the two German states, dated March 13TH 1938, in the hopes that the Austrian people would vote against the union therefore preserving Austrian independence. At the last minute with threats from Germany, the Austrian plebiscite vote was cancelled, and German troops moved in and occupied Austria. Of Note: After the Germans were established in Austria, a German sponsored plebiscite was held in which the Austrians voted with overwhelming support for the union. 2) BAVARIAN MILITARY MERIT CROSS 3RD CLASS WITH SWORDS. A Maltese cross with a center medallion with an "L" cypher of King Ludwig II with "Merenti" on the ring. The reverse has a Bavarian lion with "1866" (the date of founding) above. The arms of the Maltese cross are bronze with crossed swords. The medal measures approximately 7cm x 4cm. Comes with original case. This medal was originated in 1866 as a decoration for bravery and military merit for enlisted soldiers. Civilians acting in support of the army were also eligible for this award. This medal underwent three major revisions. In 1891, awards with swords were used to distinguish wartime awards from peacetime awards. In 1905, the Military Merit Cross was divided into two classes. The original Military Merit Cross became Military Merit Cross 1st Class and a second class was created that had no enamel on the medallion. These distinctions were based on the rank of the recipient. In 1913, the crown could be used for a second award to an NCO or solider. There were then effectively 12 combinations: 3 classes each with or without crown, and each with or without swords. This doubled when one takes into account that there were two possible ribbons, one for soldiers and one for officials. The Military Merit Cross became obsolete with the fall of the German Empire and the Bavarian Kingdom in 1918. 3) CASED HAMBURG HANSEATIC CROSS 1914. The three Free City states of the Hanseatic League consisted of Hamburg, Lübeck, and Bremen. All three awarded different variations of the Hanseatic Cross. These were considered to be 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class equivalents. Hamburg was much larger than Lübeck or Bremen. Lübeck awarded the fewest number of the Hanseatic Cross and only 8,000-10,000 were awarded compared to 50,000 for Hamburg and 20,000 for Bremen. The enamel of the decoration is un-chipped. There is a correct ORIGINAL ribbon attached and is housed in the original issue box with tape repairs.

WWII US & ITALIAN INSIGNIA GROUP WINGS CAP BADGE

Lot #603 (Sale Order 666 of 896)

WWII insignia lot to include 1) WWII 2 inch Bombardier Wings in Sterling by NS Meyer in excellent condition. 2) WWII US Navy Air Crew Wings marked Sterling to the reverse in excellent condition. 3) WWII Italian Cap badge in excellent condition.

USMC FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 4 CAMILLUS MK-2 KABAR

Lot #604 (Sale Order 667 of 896)

Lot of four fighting knives to include all showing age with no scabbards 1) USMC marked Camillus MK-2 without a scabbard 2) USMC Kabar flighting knife with round weld at the pommel cap. 3) USMC Kabar flighting knife with rectangle slot pommel 4) USMC Kabar marked fighting knife

USMC FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 4 CAMILLUS MK-2 KABAR

Lot #605 (Sale Order 668 of 896)

Lot of four fighting knives to include all showing age with no scabbards 1) USMC marked Camillus MK-2 2) USMC Kabar flighting knife with round weld at the pommel cap. 3) Kabar MK-1 flighting knife with rectangle slot pommel in well worn leather scabbard 4) ACC guard marked M3 fighting knife in USM8 fiberglass scabbard.

WWII US ARMY AIR CORPS 14th AIR FORCE BLOOD CHIT

Lot #606 (Sale Order 669 of 896)

Original WWII US numbered American flag 14th Air force sixteen language Blood Chit. The languages are as followed FRENCH TAMIL SUMATRA THAI SHAN & N. THAI W. SHANJ JAWL CHINESE HAKA CHIN KACHIN MAYAY LAIZO CHIN BENGALI ANNAMITE BURMESE KAREN along with an English translation of what the chit says. "I am an Allied fighter, I did not come here to do any harm to you who are my friends. I only want to do harm to the Japanese and chase them away from this country as quickly as possible. If you will assist me, my Government will sufficiently reward you when the Japanese are driven away." The chit measures 12 X 17 1/2 and made of rayon or silk and in near mint condition. More detail and insight of "Blood Chits".... Lt. Gen. Claire L. Chennault’s Flying Tigers, having cloth patches depicting the Chinese flag and some Chinese lettering sewn onto the back sides of their flight suits and A-2 jackets? Those pieces of fabric were known as rescue patches, later called “blood chits.” They identified the wearers as Americans helping China fight the Japanese and requested the Chinese people to assist them. They represented a pass to safety for those who crashed or bailed out in areas occupied by the enemy. Blood chits were not only cloth patches. They also were cards or sometimes letters with a promise of reward directed to anyone who would assist a downed flier. In the early days of World War II, the British routinely issued blood chits to their aircrews, including several types in 1940 to fliers in Ethiopia. When the US entered the war, the American air services adopted the practice and they were eventually issued in all theaters of combat operations by all the western Allies. Blood chits were duly honored and the helpers were rewarded with money or gifts. Later, chits were printed in nearly 50 languages, including many European, North African, and Asian tongues. Not all of them contained the same statements, but all were bona fide government IOUs promising to reward those who assisted Allied airmen. History World War II 1st American Volunteer group With the United States entry into World War II against the Empire of Japan in December 1941, Claire Chennault, the commander of the American Volunteer Group (AVG) (known as the Flying Tigers) of the Chinese Air Force was called to Chungking, China, on 29 March 1942, for a conference to decide the fate of the AVG. Present at the conference were Chiang Kai-shek; his wife, Madame Chiang Kai-shek; Lt. Gen. Joseph W. Stilwell, commander of all U.S. forces in the China Burma India Theater; and Colonel Clayton L. Bissell, who had arrived in early March. Bissell was General Henry H. 'Hap' Arnold's choice to command the USAAF's proposed combat organization in China. As early as 30 December 1941, the U.S. War Department in Washington, D.C., had authorized the induction of the Flying Tigers into the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF). Chennault was opposed to inducting the Flying Tigers into the Army. Stilwell and Bissell made it clear to both Chennault and Chiang that unless the AVG became part of the U.S. Army Air Force, its supplies would be cut off. Chennault agreed to return to active duty but he made it clear to Stilwell that his men would have to speak for themselves. Chiang Kai-shek finally agreed to induction of the AVG into the USAAF, after Stilwell promised that the fighter group absorbing the induction would remain in China with Chennault in command. With the situation in Burma rapidly deteriorating, Stilwell and Bissell wanted the AVG dissolved by 30 April 1942. Chennault, wanting to keep the Flying Tigers going as long as possible, proposed the group disband on 4 July, when the AVG's contracts with the Nationalist Chinese government expired. Stilwell and Bissell accepted. China Air Task Force Chennault was recalled to active duty in the USAAF on 15 April 1942 in the grade of Major General. Chennault was told that he would have to be satisfied with command a China Air Task Force of fighters and bombers as part of the Tenth Air Force. Its mission was to defend the aerial supply operation over the Himalayan mountains between India and China – nicknamed the Hump – and to provide air support for Chinese ground forces. Bissell had been promoted to brigadier general with one day's seniority to Chennault in order to command all American air units in China as Stillwell's Air Commander (in August 1942 he became commanding general of the Tenth Air Force). Friction developed when Chennault and the Chinese government were disturbed by the possibility that Chennault would no longer control combat operations in China. However, when Tenth Air Force commanding general Lewis Brereton was transferred to Egypt on 26 June, Stillwell used the occasion to issue an announcement that Chennault would continue to command all air operations in China. The CATF had 51 fighters in July 1942: 31 Curtiss 81A-1 (export Tomahawks) and P-40B Tomahawks, and 20 P-40E Warhawks. Only 29 were flyable.

WWII US M1 GARAND BAYONET DISPLAY U. C. AFH MINT

Lot #607 (Sale Order 670 of 896)

Crossed M1 Garand bayonet wall hanging display using original near mint bayonets. One is marked on the ricasso U. C. US 1942 for United Cutlery while the other is marked AFH US indicating the maker American Fork and Hoe. To the center piece is a brass US Federal Shield. Overall a very attractive display.

EARLY CHILDS CAVALRY SWORD & BREASTPLATE HELMET

Lot #608 (Sale Order 671 of 896)

Rare small child's set of cuirassier armor with helmet, breastplate and Cavalry Sword. The aluminum cuirassier breast plate, helmet and Cavalry sword are in excellent condition and was probably for a small child around the age of 6 to 8 years old. The swords total length is 26 inches and the breastplate stands 12 inches tall. Excellent

PENGUN THE POTENT PROTECTOR TEAR GAS PEN GUN

Lot #609 (Sale Order 672 of 896)

Vintage Pengun The Potent Protector In Case. In mint condition. Has three full cartridges. Comes with manual and issue case

VIETNAM PATRIOTIC SILK FLAG DETERMINED TO WIN 1968

Lot #610 (Sale Order 673 of 896)

This is the first a several flag that were brought back by a member of the Armed Forces who served during the Vietnam War. This red and blue cotton flag measures 23 1/2 X 30 1/2 inches with the inscription Quyet-Thang 1968 or Determined To Win with a five pointed star to the center. This is a known variant of the National Flag of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Excellent The flag of Vietnam, or c? d? sao vàng (red flag with yellow star) also c? t? qu?c (flag of fatherland), was designed in 1940 and used during an uprising against French rule in southern Vietnam that year.[1] Red symbolizes the bloodshed, revolution and struggle. The star represents the five main classes in Vietnamese society — workers, peasants, soldiers, intellectuals, and businessmen. The flag was used by the Viet Minh, a communist-led organization created in 1941 to oppose Japanese occupation. At the end of World War II, Viet Minh leader Ho Chi Minh proclaimed Vietnam independent and signed a decree on 5 September 1945 adopting the flag as the flag of the North Vietnam. The DRV became the government of North Vietnam in 1954 following the Geneva Accords. The flag was modified on 30 November 1955 to make the rays of the star sharper. Until the end of the Vietnam War in 1975, South Vietnam used a yellow flag with three red stripes. The red flag of North Vietnam was later adopted as the flag of the unified Vietnam in 1976

VIETNAM NVA PATRIOTIC 1968 VIETNAMESE FLAG

Lot #611 (Sale Order 674 of 896)

1968 dated NVA flag - multi piece construction with embroidered yellow star and patriotic slogan. Flag measures 24" x 31". very good - excellent.

ORIGINAL VIETNAM VIET CONG FLAG LOT OF 2

Lot #612 (Sale Order 675 of 896)

Original Viet Cong Flag lot of two. The first measures 23” x 39”. Displays from both sides with cut out center star with minor staining but otherwise excellent. The second flag measures 22 X 34 inches. Displays from both sides with cut out center star with minor staining but otherwise excellent. The Viet Cong, also known as the National Liberation Front of South Vietnam or FNL (from french Front National de Libération), was a mass political organization in South Vietnam and Cambodia with its own army – the Liberation Army of South Vietnam (LASV) – that fought against the United States and South Vietnamese governments during the Vietnam War, eventually emerging on the winning side. It had both guerrilla and regular army units, as well as a network of cadres who organized peasants in the territory it controlled. Many soldiers were recruited in South Vietnam, but others were attached to the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN), the regular North Vietnamese army. During the war, communists and anti-war activists insisted the Viet Cong was an insurgency indigenous to the South, while the U.S. and South Vietnamese governments portrayed the group as a tool of Hanoi. Although the terminology distinguishes northerners from the southerners, communist forces were under a single command structure set up in 1958. North Vietnam established the National Liberation Front on December 20, 1960, to foment insurgency in the South. Many of the Viet Cong's core members were volunteer "regroupees", southern Viet Minh who had resettled in the North after the Geneva Accord (1954). Hanoi gave the regroupees military training and sent them back to the South along the Ho Chi Minh trail in the early 1960s. The NLF called for southern Vietnamese to "overthrow the camouflaged colonial regime of the American imperialists" and to make "efforts toward the peaceful unification". The LASV's best-known action was the Tet Offensive, a gigantic assault on more than 100 South Vietnamese urban centers in 1968, including an attack on the U.S. embassy in Saigon. The offensive riveted the attention of the world's media for weeks, but also overextended the Viet Cong. Later communist offensives were conducted predominantly by the North Vietnamese. The organization was dissolved in 1976 when North and South Vietnam were officially unified under a communist government.

ORIGINAL VIETNAM VIET CONG SILK FLAG LOT OF 2

Lot #613 (Sale Order 676 of 896)

Original Viet Cong Flag lot of 2. The first measures 42” x 31”. Displays from both sides with cut out center star with minor staining with minor holes. The second measures 30 X 45 inches with minor fading. The Viet Cong, also known as the National Liberation Front of South Vietnam or FNL (from French Front National de Libération), was a mass political organization in South Vietnam and Cambodia with its own army – the Liberation Army of South Vietnam (LASV) – that fought against the United States and South Vietnamese governments during the Vietnam War, eventually emerging on the winning side. It had both guerrilla and regular army units, as well as a network of cadres who organized peasants in the territory it controlled. Many soldiers were recruited in South Vietnam, but others were attached to the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN), the regular North Vietnamese army. During the war, communists and anti-war activists insisted the Viet Cong was an insurgency indigenous to the South, while the U.S. and South Vietnamese governments portrayed the group as a tool of Hanoi. Although the terminology distinguishes northerners from the southerners, communist forces were under a single command structure set up in 1958. North Vietnam established the National Liberation Front on December 20, 1960, to foment insurgency in the South. Many of the Viet Cong's core members were volunteer "regroupees", southern Viet Minh who had resettled in the North after the Geneva Accord (1954). Hanoi gave the regroupees military training and sent them back to the South along the Ho Chi Minh trail in the early 1960s. The NLF called for southern Vietnamese to "overthrow the camouflaged colonial regime of the American imperialists" and to make "efforts toward the peaceful unification". The LASV's best-known action was the Tet Offensive, a gigantic assault on more than 100 South Vietnamese urban centers in 1968, including an attack on the U.S. embassy in Saigon. The offensive riveted the attention of the world's media for weeks, but also overextended the Viet Cong. Later communist offensives were conducted predominantly by the North Vietnamese. The organization was dissolved in 1976 when North and South Vietnam were officially unified under a communist government.

VIETNAM FLAG GROUP NVA AND SOUTH VIETNAMESE

Lot #614 (Sale Order 677 of 896)

Vietnam flag grouping to include 1) NVA battle flag measuring 31 X 39 inches and is made of multi piece construction with red field with a separately applied yellow star. 2) South Vietnamese flag measuring 31 X 38 inches and is completely printed with an ink inscription.

VIET CONG FIELD GEAR LOT AMMO POUCHES CANTEEN

Lot #615 (Sale Order 678 of 896)

Lot of Viet Cong field gear including 1) ChiCom North Vietnamese Army NVA Canteen with Harness. The is a Type 4 ChiCom Canteen used by the NVa during the Vietnam War. Excellent 2) Two pouch grenade carrier with straps are broken or missing and is heavily used. 3) ChiCom North Vietnamese Army Viet Cong Type 43 PPsH-43 Submachinegun Ammo Pouch 3) ChiCom North Vietnamese Army Viet Cong Type 43 PPsH-43 Submachinegun Ammo Pouch 4) Original Vietnam era North Vietnamese - Viet Cong Russian Soviet Union Drum Magazine Pouch. Tan Canvas Pouch. For drum. 5) ChiCom North Vietnamese Army Viet Cong Submachinegun Ammo Pouch 6) ChiCom North Vietnamese Army Viet Cong Type 43 PPsH-43 Submachinegun Ammo Pouch with sling

VIETNAM ISSUED AIRPLANE FIRST AID KIT W/ CONTENTS

Lot #615a (Sale Order 679 of 896)

1960's VINTAGE VIETNAM WAR US AIRPLANE FIRST AID KIT. Kit in good used condition, has all of it's contents. Snap on pouch on side is half torn off, zipper and pull the dot connectors all in good working condition.

TURN OF THE CENTURY US FENCING HELMET

Lot #616 (Sale Order 680 of 896)

Early US Military Fencing Helmet from the turn of the century in excellent condition made of a heavy gauge wire with moveable ear flaps.

ORIGINAL UNUSUAL VIETNAM VIET CONG SILK FLAG

Lot #617 (Sale Order 681 of 896)

Original Viet Cong Flag. 35” x 43”. Displays from both sides with cut out center star excellent. The Viet Cong, also known as the National Liberation Front of South Vietnam or FNL (from French Front National de Libération), was a mass political organization in South Vietnam and Cambodia with its own army – the Liberation Army of South Vietnam (LASV) – that fought against the United States and South Vietnamese governments during the Vietnam War, eventually emerging on the winning side. It had both guerrilla and regular army units, as well as a network of cadres who organized peasants in the territory it controlled. Many soldiers were recruited in South Vietnam, but others were attached to the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN), the regular North Vietnamese army. During the war, communists and anti-war activists insisted the Viet Cong was an insurgency indigenous to the South, while the U.S. and South Vietnamese governments portrayed the group as a tool of Hanoi. Although the terminology distinguishes northerners from the southerners, communist forces were under a single command structure set up in 1958. North Vietnam established the National Liberation Front on December 20, 1960, to foment insurgency in the South. Many of the Viet Cong's core members were volunteer "regroupees", southern Viet Minh who had resettled in the North after the Geneva Accord (1954). Hanoi gave the regroupees military training and sent them back to the South along the Ho Chi Minh trail in the early 1960s. The NLF called for southern Vietnamese to "overthrow the camouflaged colonial regime of the American imperialists" and to make "efforts toward the peaceful unification". The LASV's best-known action was the Tet Offensive, a gigantic assault on more than 100 South Vietnamese urban centers in 1968, including an attack on the U.S. embassy in Saigon. The offensive riveted the attention of the world's media for weeks, but also overextended the Viet Cong. Later communist offensives were conducted predominantly by the North Vietnamese. The organization was dissolved in 1976 when North and South Vietnam were officially unified under a communist government.

WWII BELGIUM ADRIAN HELMET W LINER AND CHINSTRAP

Lot #618 (Sale Order 682 of 896)

Belgium military Adrian Helmet with liner and chinstrap. The helmet is dated 1939 and is in very good to excellent condition.

WWII CARVED WATER BUFFLO HORN FROM US SERVICEMAN

Lot #619 (Sale Order 683 of 896)

Post WWII souvenir of a carved set of water buffalo horns and are named to Lt. James A. Briggle who served in the south Pacific during WWII. The horns measure 24 inches wide and is engraved with scenes from the orient and is dated 1945 1946 and designed to hand on the wall. Excellent

VIETNAM NVA WAR SOUVENIRS FIELD GEAR UNIFORM

Lot #620 (Sale Order 684 of 896)

Vietnam war souvenirs that are housed in a ammo crate and has been so since the war. The ammo box is dated 1963 and appears to be East German made 1) A nice set of NVA black pajamas 2) NVA canteen with cloth harness 3) NVA backpack 4) three folding fans 5) pair of chopsticks 6) Two razors 7) US made pistol belt with Russian pouch and first aid kit.

WWII NAZI NSDAP GERMAN WALL FLAG BANNER WW2

Lot #621 (Sale Order 685 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 110 inches long and 48 inches wide. To both its red fields are sewn white disks, with a printed mobile swastikas in black. There is a tunnel loop to each end. Several holes to the body of the flag. Good Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 8mm MAUSER RIFLE AMMUNITION WW2

Lot #622 (Sale Order 686 of 896)

Lot includes 5 boxes of ammunition with Nazi Waffen proof. Each box has 10 cartridges in 2 clips. All boxes dated 1938.

WWII NAZI GERMAN REFINISHED M35 HELMET W/ LINER

Lot #623 (Sale Order 687 of 896)

WWII Nazi German reconditioned M35 double decal helmet with liner and original chinstrap. He4lmet is marked ET62 with a Norwegian reissue liner size marked 55. Perfect for a reenactor. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN BLACK PAPER HOLSTER WALTHER PP

Lot #624 (Sale Order 688 of 896)

WWII Era Germany Military Black "Laminated Paper" Holster for the Walther PP Pistol. The holster is made from Laminated Paper. These were utilized by several manufacturers to deal with the war shortages of materials, such as leather. Holsters made from this material are Quite RARE, as the material did not stand up will to heavy military use and age. It has the spare magazine pouch on the front of the holster. There are no visible manufacturer markings or dates. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN DAGGER PRINTING BLOCKS EICKHORN

Lot #625 (Sale Order 689 of 896)

WWII Nazi German printing blocks for the famed Edged Weapon firm Eichhorn. All three of the printing blocks have the trademark squirrel with the text Original Eickhorn Solingen with the largest one measuring 2 1/8 X 1 3/8

WWII NAZI GERMAN PARATROOPER GRAVITY KNIFE WW2

Lot #626 (Sale Order 690 of 896)

WWII German Fallschirmjager gravity knife, non maker marked blade. Some sharpening to blade. Mechanically still good. Overall very good condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP FLAG W/ ACCEPTANCE STAMP

Lot #627 (Sale Order 691 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 74 inches long and 28 inches wide. To both its red fields are sewn white disks, with a printed mobile swastikas in black. There is a tunnel loop to each end. Near Mint Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII NAZI GERMAN TROPICAL PITH HELMET 1942 DATED

Lot #628 (Sale Order 692 of 896)

Second pattern pith helmet constructed in a one piece seamless formed olive-drab felt crown with a horizontal band stitched at the rear center and covered by a vertical strip of felt mounted on a formed cork base. The top center of the crown has a raised removable felt covered circular alloy knob with three semi-circular cut-out ventilation holes. The helmet features an all around extended visor which is somewhat shorter at the front and is constructed of one piece, seamless, formed olive-drab felt and trimmed with stitched on gray/green leather. The helmet has two stamped aluminum shields with a national eagle to the left side and a national tri-color shield to the right side. The national eagle shield features a high relief embossed Wehrmacht style eagle with down-swept wings on a slightly textured black painted background field. The national tri-color shield features three diagonally angled bars in the colors of red, white, and black on a slightly textured background field. The bottom edge of the visor brim is lined in teal green felt and the interior crown is lined in red felt. The interior of the helmet has a wide, light tan leather sweatband which is secure in place by six small extended prongs with corresponding metal cotter retaining pins. Marked "JHS", dated for "1942" and size marked 55. The interior crown has an alloy grommet under the exterior top crown knob. The helmet comes complete with a gray/green leather chinstrap with sliding magnetic sheet metal length adjustment buckle, a retaining clip and a quick release hook. Excellent In late 1940, with the impending German entrance into the North African campaign, tropical uniforms, headgear and equipment were quickly developed and issued in time for DAK, Deutsches Afrika Korps, (German Africa Corps), personnel’s arrival in Tripoli in February 1941. One of the new headgear items introduced was the tropical pith helmet which was based on the design of the earlier Kriegsmarine pith helmet. On its introduction the pith helmet was constructed of a formed cork base with a cotton twill covering until a second pattern pith helmet was introduced with a formed cork base with a felt covering. The second pattern pith helmet followed the same basic design as the first pattern but was modified to ease production time and material costs. Wear of the pith helmets was extended to personnel serving in southern areas of continental Europe but the helmets proved ineffective and unpopular and manufacture was discontinued sometime in 1942.

WWII NAZI GERMAN TeNo EM/NCO'S CUFFTITLE WW2

Lot #629 (Sale Order 693 of 896)

Roughly, 39mm wide, 43cm long, ribbed black rayon construction cufftitle with BeVo woven Gothic script, "Technische Nothilfe" in matte silvery/gray cotton threads. Both the top and bottom edges of the cufftitle are bordered in vertically woven matte silvery/grey cotton threads. Nice! The TeNo, Technischen Nothilfe, (Technical Emergency Corps), was originally established in September 1919, of trained, voluntary, civilian personnel to maintain and repair essential services in the event of a natural disaster or emergency. Many of its personnel were ex-service men and a large amount of them had some type of specialized technical training which was key to its mandate. TeNo was a civilian organization administered under the Minister of the Interior, until mid-1939 when it became an official State organization under control of the Police which in turn was controlled by the SS. With this change in status a small nucleus of salaried Officials were employed to run the organization. As the war dragged on TeNo, became more and more a para-military organization with its direction becoming more controlled by the Waffen-SS. When TeNo personnel were attached to army units for assistance they were issued with one of two distinctive cufftitles with one cufftitle being worked in bright silver/aluminum threads for wear on the field-grey service tunic and the other cufftitle worked in matte silvery/grey threads for wear on the fatigue and work tunic.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NARVIK CAMPAIGN SHIELD WW2

Lot #630 (Sale Order 694 of 896)

Die stamped, zinc construction with a gilt wash, shield featuring an embossed, stylized, national eagle with down-swept wings, clutching a wreathed, static swastika in its talons, to the top center, positioned above the embossed script, "Narvik 1940", an edelweiss flower and a crossed propeller and anchor. The edelweiss, propeller and anchor represent the Heer Gebirgsjäger, (Army Mountain troops), the Kriegsmarine and the Luftwaffe respectively, that participated in the victory at Narvik. All original prongs and backing material are intact. The Narvik Campaign shield was the first of a series of campaign shields to be introduced and was established by Adolf Hitler on August 19TH 1940 for award to all Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces), personnel who participated in the battle of Narvik Norway between April 9TH and June 9TH 1940. Of Note: Although the shield was officially introduced on August 19TH 1940 it wasn’t until September 12TH 1940 that the OKM, Oberkommando des Marine, (Navy High Command), published the issuing order, followed by the Luftwaffe, (Air-Force), the next day. The Kriegsmarine version of the shield was gilt washed while those awarded to Heer, (Army), and Luftwaffe personnel were silver washed. The shields were bestowed by Generalleutnant Eduard Dietl the commander of Army Group Narvik and it is alleged that a total of only 8,577 shields were awarded to all branches of service personnel. The shields were to be worn on the upper left sleeve of the uniform. The color of the backing material was to match that of the uniform it was to be worn on.

WWII NAZI GERMAN DEMJANSK CAMPAIGN SHIELD WW2

Lot #631 (Sale Order 695 of 896)

Die stamped zinc metal construction, scalloped sided, shield with a silver wash. The shield features an embossed, stylized national eagle with down-swept wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons to the top center, positioned above an embossed, defensive bulwark with the embossed script, "Demjansk" which in turn is situated above a face-on, likeness of an aircraft, flanked by crossed swords with the embossed date "1942" to the bottom. The shield is mounted on a vertically oval alloy base plate and a protective paper backing both intact but missing the cloth backing The Demjansk Campaign shield was instituted by Adolf Hitler on April 25TH 1943 as the fourth, officially sanctioned, campaign shield and was intended for award to personnel who participated in the defence and the eventual break out of the besieged Russian village of Demjansk between February 8TH 1941 and April 21ST 1942. The shield was awarded to roughly 100,00 personnel of the 2ND Army Corps, Organization Todt, Russian volunteers, Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe personnel who served in the area for sixty or more days, were wounded, or flew fifty flights over the area during the engagement. The shields were bestowed to eligible personnel by the Commander of Army Group North, General of Infantry Graf Brockdorf-Ahlefeldt and were to be worn on the upper left sleeve of the uniform with the color of the backing material to match that of the uniform it was to be worn on.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HEER CAMPAIGN SHIELD LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #632 (Sale Order 696 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Campaign Shield Group to include 1) KUBAN CAMPAIGN SHIELD. Die stamped, alloy construction shield with a bronze wash featuring an embossed, stylized, national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, to the top center, with the swastika flanked by the embossed date, "1943". The eagle sits atop a horizontal bar with the embossed script, "Kuban". The bottom portion of the shield features an embossed serrated defensive line with the impressed, named, locations of the major engagements, "Lagunen, Krymskaja", and "Nuworo-ssijsk". Backing wool, prongs and plate all complete. Removed from a uniform. The Kuban Campaign Shield was instituted by Adolf Hitler on September 21ST 1943, as the last official campaign shield to see production and issue during the war. The shield was designed for award to personnel, in all branches of service, who had served in the defensive battles in the Crimean peninsula from February 1943 onward. Criteria for award of the shield dictated that personnel had to have been involved in at least one major engagement, served two months in the theatre or had been wounded in battle. The shields were bestowed by Knight’s Cross, Oak-leaves and Swords winner, Generalfeldmarschall Ewald von Kliest as the commanding officer of Army Group South Ukraine. 2) KRIM CAMPAIGN SHIELDThe award is in the form of a die stamped, alloy metal construction, shield with a bronze wash featuring a large embossed national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons, to the top center, situated above an embossed, stylized, map of the Crimean peninsula with the embossed dates, "1941-1942", and the impressed location, "Krim". The recessed "water" surrounding the peninsula has a subtly pebbled, background field. The edge of the shield has a fine, embossed, line and a stepped down outer edge. The shield is mounted on a cut-out, rounded bottom, flat topped, shield shaped, field-grey wool base with an alloy backing plate. Three of the original four prongs remain The Crimean Campaign shield was instituted on July 25TH 1942, as the third official campaign shield for award to all Wehrmacht, (Armed Forces), personnel who had been engaged in combat, were wounded or served three months in the Crimean peninsula campaign between September 21ST 1941 and July 21ST 1942. The shields were bestowed to eligible personnel by the area commander Generalfeldmarschall Erich von Manstein and were to be worn on the upper left sleeve of the uniform. The color of the backing material was to match that of the uniform it was to be worn on. The shields were only issued in bronze although Hitler awarded Generalfeldmarschall von Manstein with a gilt version of the shield and another gilt shield was awarded to Romanian Marshal Ion Victor Antonescu.

WWII NAZI DRK NSDAP GERMAN LOT OF 25 NAZI TINNIES

Lot #633 (Sale Order 697 of 896)

Lot of 25 Nazi German Tinnies to include NSBO, NSDAP, Flag tinnies, DRK Adolf Hitler Kreistag and Gautag level badges and others

WW2 NSKK / POLITICAL UNMOUNTED OFFICER'S BREECHES

Lot #634 (Sale Order 698 of 896)

German WWII Or Pre-War Black SS Trousers. Nice pair of Black wool riding breeches, These are in great shape and show little use or wear. Typical flared trousers, they have both calfs with tie strings. All buttons match and none appear replaced. Side pocket front flaps and a watch pocket. Inside is a partial liner, in an off-White maybe a very light Gray material. This style of trousers were worn by the SS and also the NSKK.

WWII NAZI NSKK SS POLITICAL STRAIGHT LEG TROUSERS

Lot #635 (Sale Order 699 of 896)

Nice quality private purchase, black wool construction trousers feature a vertical four button French fly. The pants have two slash front pockets and a small horizontal slash watch pocket situated to the right side of the fly. The reverse of the trousers have a horizontal slash pocket to the right seat. All buttons look complete and have original stitching. The trousers are roughly size 38" waist. Could be either SS or NSKK.

WWII NAZI GERMAN LUFTWAFFE AIRCREW BOOTS WW2

Lot #636 (Sale Order 700 of 896)

Good condition pair of Luftwaffe aircrew boots. The black leather sections are soft and supple, while the beige nubuck leg tops with left leg uppers having been repaired. The zippers are marked Ri Ri. Boots appear to be size 9.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SLEEVE INSIGNIA NSDAP STABSLEITER

Lot #637 (Sale Order 701 of 896)

A Sleeve Insignia for an NSDAP Stabsleiter. Constructed of black wool, centering machine woven swastika, sounded by woven white and red; produced around 1936; with standard buckram backing, in excellent condition, very fine.

WWII CHINESE NATIONALIST OFFICERS HONOUR DAGGER

Lot #638 (Sale Order 702 of 896)

A rare example of the type of dress dagger that was approved for wear by officers of the Chinese Nationalist Army at the time of the Sino-Japanese war of 1937-1945. They were both finely and crudely made, with a great deal of variation apparent among surviving examples, this example is one of the finer variety. This is a genuine rare Chinese Nationalist Army Officer's Dagger circa 1935. It measures approximately 16" in total length, this dagger features a 9 3/4 inch steel blade, magnetic, with dull edges, remaining bright and crisp with areas of wear and discoloration and retaining a sharp tip. The blade exhibits wear overall and some scuffing from extraction and return to the scabbard, along with spots in the plating, maintaining a natural shine. Gilt brass crossguard that sits tight against the adjoining ferrule, the ferrule held in place with a single brass screw. Handle is fabricated from age-toned multicolored celluloid, with eight rows of wire wrap. Gilt brass mounts adorned with Chinese Plum Blossoms. The grip is in very good condition with no damage. Accompanied by its nickel-plated steel scabbard, magnetic, gilt brass fittings form the chape and locket, each held firmly in place by a single brass screw. The chape illustrates Chinese plum flower floral motif. Overall a nice condition rare WWII Chinese Army Officer Dagger!

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT COMBAT Y-STRAPS WW2

Lot #639 (Sale Order 703 of 896)

Blackened leather construction combat pattern Y-straps. All buckles and hooks are present. The combat Y-straps were developed in April 1939 along with the M39 backpack to replace the earlier M34 backpack with integral shoulder straps. The combat Y-straps were also utilized with other backpacks including the A-Frame Assault pack and were designed to assist in distributing the weight of the equipment carried on the load bearing waist belt to the shoulders. The combat Y-straps were originally issued to Infantry rifle company personnel in April 1939 followed by motorcycle personnel in June 1941 and by bicycle troops in March 1943. Of Note: "Cavalry" pattern Y-straps, based on a pre-WWI design, were introduced on February 15TH 1940 and were originally intended for mounted personnel, although they saw widespread use by officers, cavalry, motorcycle, bicycle and paratroop personnel. The cavalry pattern Y-straps followed the basic design of the Infantry pattern Y-straps but excluded the auxiliary straps as cavalry personnel didn’t require the additional support for the waist belt as they were equipped with saddle bags instead of the standard backpack or rucksack. Originally all the Y-straps were produced in a blackened leather until late 1940, with the impending German entrance into the North African campaign, tropical uniforms and equipment were quickly developed and issued in time for DAK, Deutsches Afrika Korps, (German Africa Corps), personnel’s arrival in Tripoli in February 1941 and included canvas web construction Y-straps. Eventually, due to leather shortages the canvas web Y-straps were also issued to personnel serving in southern areas of continental Europe and other theatres of battle.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA ARMBAND & EKI ISSUE CASE WW2

Lot #640 (Sale Order 704 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot to include 1) IRON CROSS 1ST CLASS, 1939 ISSUE CASE. Wood and pressed cardboard construction issue case with a simulated black grained leather covering a subtly rounded top lid and subtly rounded corners. The top of the case has an impressed, silvered outline of an Iron Cross to the center. The fold back top lid has a magnetic, staggered, bar hinge to the reverse and a magnetic, spring loaded, closure button to the obverse. Both the hinge and the closure button still function. The interior of the top lid is lined in white satin while the interior bottom of the case has a light tan flock lining with a recess to secure the pin of the badge. 2) SA MILITARY DEFENSE/TEAM SPORTS ARMBAND. The approximately 10cm x 45cm red cotton armband has a 9cm diameter white field sewn to it, upon which is the SA sports badge machine woven in copper-colored threads. The SA sports badge is in the form of an upright short sword against a mobile swastika surrounded by an oak leaf wreath. The armband's vertical seam is to the reverse. Original RZM tag is present.

WWII US MILITARY FIGHTING KNIFE CASE UTICA WW2

Lot #641 (Sale Order 705 of 896)

WWII Era fighting knife lot to include 1) Case fixed blade private purchase knife measuring 11 1/2 inches overall with a six inch fixed blade in used condition. 2) USN MKII fighting knife by Utica Cutlery of New York with leather scabbard that is nicely stenciled to the reverse U.S.M.M.S. L.P obviously for the United States Merchant Marine Service and the owners initials was L. P. Blade shows buffing 3) Theater made fighting knife that's blade is marked Atkins & Wer Steel MA1 measuring 12 in total length.

WWII US WOODMAN'S PAL SURVIVAL MACHETE COMPLETE

Lot #642 (Sale Order 706 of 896)

WW2 US Woodmans Pal Survival Machete model LC-14-B made circa 1943 by Victor Tool Co. Scarce complete set with original canvass scabbard, fighting manual, care instructions & honing stone. Near MINT

US WWII ERA KINFOLKS KNIFE AND SHEATH MINT WW2

Lot #642a (Sale Order 707 of 896)

Bright finished six inch blade, with a nice stacked leather grip and black Bakelite, pommel and guard. The blade is clean, displaying no age or wear, with clear Kinfolks markings on the ricasso. Sound, russet leather sheath which is also Kinfolks marked. MINT

KNIFE LOT KINFOLKS MARBLES AND VALOR SIDE KNIVES

Lot #643 (Sale Order 708 of 896)

1) US Pat'd 1916 Marbles WOODCRAFT Hunting Knife w/ Sheath in good serviceable condition. 2) WWII era Kinfolks side knife measuring 9 inches overall with a 4 1/4 inch heavily used blade 3) Valor Miami, USA 440 Stainless Japan 407 Force Boot Knife measuring 9 3/4 overall in mint condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN 1936 REICHSPARTEI TAG PENNANT WW2

Lot #644 (Sale Order 709 of 896)

A very nice and well-presented small bicycle pennant for the 1936 Reichsparteitag in Nurnberg – The pennant is in great condition. Flag depicts three armored figures with swords and shields kneeling before a plinth which is surmounted by an eagle and wreathed, mobile swastika. Multi piece construction and made of a cotton blend. These pennants would have been bought at the rally as souvenirs who attended the event. Excellent

WWI US 1ST DIVISION NAMED 5TH ARTILLERY PLATE WW1

Lot #645 (Sale Order 710 of 896)

WW1 US Army 1st Division named plate measuring 10 inches wide and being made of ceramic having a Federal Eagle to the top of a Federal Shield with American Expeditionary Forces Luneville, Cantigny, Toul, St. Mihiel Soissons, Aisne Marne and Meuse Argonne. The plate is named to Owen C. White who earned 4 gold overseas stripes as a member of the 5th field artillery. The plate is trimmed in oak leaves and is in excellent condition. World War I The First Expeditionary Division, later designated the 1st Infantry Division, was constituted on 24 May 1917, in the Regular Army, and was organized on 8 June 1917, at Fort Jay, on Governors Island in New York harbor under the command of Brigadier General William L. Sibert, from Army units then in service on the Mexico–United States border and at various Army posts throughout the United States. The original table of organization and equipment (TO&E) included two organic infantry brigades of two infantry regiments each, one engineer battalion; one signal battalion; one trench mortar battery; one field artillery brigade of three field artillery regiments; one air squadron; and a full division train. The total authorized strength of this TO&E was 18,919 officers and enlisted men. George S. Patton, who served as the first headquarters commandant for the American Expeditionary Forces, oversaw much of the arrangements for the movement of the 1st Division to France, and their organization in-country. Frank W. Coe, who later served as Chief of Coast Artillery, was the division's first chief of staff. The first units sailed from New York City and Hoboken, New Jersey, on 14 June 1917. Throughout the remainder of the year, the rest of the division followed, landing at St. Nazaire, France, and Liverpool, England. After a brief stay in rest camps, the troops in England proceeded to France, landing at Le Havre. The last unit arrived in St. Nazaire 22 December. Upon arrival in France, the division, less its artillery, was assembled in the First (Gondrecourt) training area, and the artillery was at Le Valdahon. On 4 July, the 2nd Battalion, 16th Infantry, paraded through the streets of Paris to bolster the sagging French spirits. An apocryphal story holds that at Lafayette's tomb, to the delight of the attending Parisians, Captain C.E. Stanton of the division's 16th Infantry Regiment stepped forward and declared, "Lafayette, nous sommes ici! [Lafayette, we are here!]" Two days later, 6 July, Headquarters, First Expeditionary Division was redesignated as Headquarters, First Division, American Expeditionary Forces. On 8 August 1917, the 1st Division adopted the "square" Table of Organization and Equipment (TO&E), which specified two organic infantry brigades of two infantry regiments each; one engineer regiment; one signal battalion; one machine gun battalion; one field artillery brigade of three field artillery regiments, and a complete division train. The total authorized strength of this new TO&E was 27,120 officers and enlisted men. On the morning of 23 October, the first American shell of the war was fired toward German lines by a First Division artillery unit. Two days later, the 2nd Battalion of the 16th Infantry suffered the first American casualties of the war. By April 1918, the German Army had pushed to within 40 miles (64 km) of Paris. In reaction to this thrust, the division moved into the Picardy Sector to bolster the exhausted French First Army. To the division's front lay the small village of Cantigny, situated on the high ground overlooking a forested countryside. The 28th Infantry Regiment attacked the town, and within 45 minutes captured it along with 250 German soldiers. It was the first American victory of the war. The 28th was thereafter named the "Black Lions of Cantigny." Soissons was taken by the 1st Division in July 1918. The Soissons victory was costly – 700 men were killed or wounded. (One of them, Private Francis Lupo of Cincinnati, was missing in action for 85 years, until his remains were discovered on the former battlefield in 2003). The 1st Division took part in the first offensive by an American army in the war, and helped to clear the Saint-Mihiel salient by fighting continuously from 11 to 13 September 1918. The last major World War I battle was fought in the Meuse-Argonne Forest. The division advanced a total of seven kilometers and defeated, in whole or part, eight German divisions. This victory was mainly due to the efforts of George C. Marshall, who began the war as the division's Deputy Chief of Staff before being elevated to G-3 for the entire AEF in July 1918. Combat operations ended with the implementation of the terms of the Armistice on 11 November 1918. At the time the division was at Sedan, the farthest American penetration of the war, and was the first to cross the Rhine into occupied Germany. By the end of the war, the division had suffered 4,964 killed in action, 17,201 wounded in action, and 1,056 missing or died of wounds. Five division

IMPERIAL & NAZI GERMAN TRENCH ART WITH SOLDIER WW2

Lot #646 (Sale Order 711 of 896)

Attractive trench art measuring 11 inches tall having a German solider heroic bust to the top, mounted on a brass pedestal with Gott Mit Uns centerpiece of an Imperial buckle mounted and applied separately on a marble base surrounded by bullets from the War. A very attractive piece

th WWII US MILITARY LOT 508th PIR UNIT HISTORY WW2

Lot #648 (Sale Order 712 of 896)

WWII US militaria to include 1) Collection of 4 US made patches including a 508th pocket patch, Army Air Corps Cadet Sleeve Patch on felt, Radioman and lastly Engineering Specialist Patch. 2) WWII US Enlisted Trousers size marked 29X31 in excellent condition. 2) Photographic History of the Peninsular Base Section unit history Volume II with some cover damage. 3) 16 copies of the Stars and Stripes.

WWII NAZI GERMAN PHOTO ALBUM SA & WEHRMACHT WW2

Lot #649 (Sale Order 713 of 896)

WWII Nazi German photo album containing 39 photos, mostly of the SA and towards the end the Wehrmacht. There is several quality photos even though there is only 39 images.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH DJ INSIGNIA LOT WW2

Lot #650 (Sale Order 714 of 896)

WWII Nazi German DJ/HJ Insignia lot to include 1) DJ SIGRUNE SLEEVE BADGE "Oberbann 2". 1935 pattern, machine woven, black sigrune on a 50mm diameter golden yellow circular field mounted on a square tan rayon backing. Coloration of the insignia signifies Oberbann 2. Unused and undamaged. Of Note: In April 1936 the Oberbann system was discontinued and with it the assorted colored Sigrune sleeve badges were also discontinued. However a Sigrune sleeve badge consisting of a red disc with white Sigrune continued to be worn to signify general membership in the DJ for EM/NCO’s ranks. Scarce short lived insignia, these colored example don’t turn up too often. Mint! 2) DJ SIGRUNE SLEEVE BADGE "Oberbann 3". 1935 pattern, machine woven, white sigrune on a 50mm diameter green circular field mounted on a square tan rayon backing. Coloration of the insignia signifies Oberbann 3. Unused and undamaged. Of Note: In April 1936 the Oberbann system was discontinued and with it the assorted colored Sigrune sleeve badges were also discontinued. However a Sigrune sleeve badge consisting of a red disc with white Sigrune continued to be worn to signify general membership in the DJ for EM/NCO’s ranks. Scarce short lived insignia, these colored example don’t turn up too often. Mint! 3) DJ SIGRUNE SLEEVE BADGE "Oberbann 4". 1935 pattern, machine woven, white sigrune on a 50mm diameter dark blue circular field mounted on a square tan rayon backing. Coloration of the insignia signifies Oberbann 4. Unused and undamaged. Of Note: In April 1936 the Oberbann system was discontinued and with it the assorted colored Sigrune sleeve badges were also discontinued. However a Sigrune sleeve badge consisting of a red disc with white Sigrune continued to be worn to signify general membership in the DJ for EM/NCO’s ranks. Scarce short lived insignia, these colored example don’t turn up too often. The DJ, Deutsche Jungvolk, (German Youth), originated in Vienna Austria in 1929, and was eventually to become the young branch of the HJ, for boys from 10 to 14 years old. The Sigrune first became associated with the DJ on November 9TH 1929, the sixth anniversary of the failed Beer Hall Putsch, when the Gauleiter of Vienna presented them with their first official flag, consisting of a black field with a central silver Sigrune. The Sigrune was adopted as the official emblem of the DJ and it began to be worn as an unofficial badge of rank for NCO personnel and was rendered in the Oberbann color of the unit the individual was attached to. In 1933 the Sigrune sleeve badge became an official piece of insignia and by 1935 the pattern of the badge was standardized.

WWII NAZI DELUX HUNTING CUTLASS BY EICKHORN WW2

Lot #651 (Sale Order 715 of 896)

Deluxe Hunting Cutlass by Original Eickhorn Solingen. This triple engraved cutlass shows minor aging to the blade as pictures show. Retains original green felt washer. Exterior is in near mint condition. The fittings all retain almost all of their lacquer with the exception of some minor wear. Has a stag grip handle. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN M30/38 GASMASK WITH STRAPS WW2

Lot #652 (Sale Order 716 of 896)

M30 pattern cloth covered rubberized canvas gas mask. Mask is size marked 2. Included is nicely marked filter. The mask comes housed in a first pattern 1934 dated M30 corrugated magnetic sheet metal construction gas mask canister with a vertical brazed side seam. Very Good

WWII NAZI GERMAN CIVIL OR POLITICAL VISOR HAT WW2

Lot #653 (Sale Order 717 of 896)

Early German Political or Civilian Visor Cap being made of dark blue wool with a light blue piping having a 1927 Political Eagle over top of a three piece National Cockade. Interior of the cap has a partial lining with a full leatherette sweatband

WWII NAZI NATIONAL SOCIALIST PEOPLE'S WELFARE SIGN

Lot #653a (Sale Order 718 of 896)

WWII Nazi German black and white enameled sign that reads "NS. - Volkswohlfahrt" which translates to National Socialist People's Welfare. Sign measures 19 5/8 X 7 1/8 and is in excellent condition.

WWII JAPANESE OFFICER UNIFORM GROUPING MAP CASE

Lot #654 (Sale Order 719 of 896)

WWII Japanese grouping consisting of 1) Excellent Captain's service dress. (Model 1943). Light weight, high quality, private purchase service tunic constructed from olive drab colored cotton. Its single-breasted front closure has five, flat buttons to it, each of which are of gold-colored metal, dual hooks and eyes at the throat, along with five original collar liner attachment studs. Matching collar tabs to each point denote the rank of Captain. Two button-down, scalloped pocket flaps, with exaggerated points, are to the chest while two unbuttoned, straight pocket flaps are to the hips. The interior is fully lined with a small, button and scallop flap pocket is to left of the interior. Roughly a size 34". Very nice tunic 2) M38 Officer's Visor Hat. First introduced in 1905 and used until the end of the Second World War. Medium olive drab wool body and crown. The one-piece crown is piped in red wool to its edge. The four-piece body has seams at each of its cardinal points, with two metal grommet ventilation holes under each side of the crown. The IJA brass star affixed to the front of the center band. The cap has its original black patent finished chinstrap, with dual adjustment sliders, fixed by alloy officer’s buttons with embossed chrysanthemums. Black patent finished visor. The silk liner is complete. The sweatband is complete. Roughly a size 57. Shows the expected period use and wear but overall nice condition. 3) Leather Map or Dispatch Case. A typical army issue dispatch case used for maps, compass, pencils and plotting instruments. Constructed from age-darkened cowhide, the case is approximately 30cm in height, 22cm wide, and can expand to 10acm thick if full. A fold-over flap is to both its forward and reverse faces. The forward fold-over flap has the outline of a five-pointed star, beneath which is sewn a dual-buttonholed leather tab. The leather tab passes through a horizontal leather loop rivetted to the body of the case and into a brass stud beneath it. The reverse fold-over flap has dual, brown painted metal snap buttons to either side of it which mate with single alloy studs to the case body. The interior is divided into two sections. The reverse of the case is complete with its two original leather belt attachment straps and leather carrying strap. 4) 1934 Model Canteen with Harness. An olive-drab painted aluminum canteen with a wood stopper and webbed carrying harness. 5) Sepia toned photograph of a wedding couple of a Captain in uniform wearing his medals. Grouping is housed into a green suitcase

WWII JAPANESE NAVAL OFFICER VISOR HAT

Lot #655 (Sale Order 720 of 896)

An Imperial Japanese Navy officer’s visor cap, first introduced in 1905 and used until the end of the Second World War. The cap’s one-piece dark blue wool crown retains the internal stiffening wire along its edge. The four-piece body, in the same color and material, has seams at each of its cardinal points, with two metal grommet ventilation holes under each side of the crown. The tightly-woven black center band has its seam to the front, over which, and over the forward seam to the body, is a gilt embroidered wreath surrounding a gilt fabric-ringed "button," upon whose convex, dark blue background is fixed a gilt alloy fouled anchor. A five-lobed cherry blossom is fixed over the wreath and "button". The cap has its original chinstrap, finished in black, with dual adjustment sliders, fixed over each ear by gilt-washed alloy buttons with embossed anchors and cherry blossoms to them. The black lacquered visor. Black leather sweatband is present. Black silk lining is complete. Approximately size 54.

WWII JAPANESE OFFICER GROUPING TUNIC HAT CANTEEN

Lot #656 (Sale Order 721 of 896)

WWII Imperial Japanese grouping to include 1) (IJA) M43 (1943) CAPTAIN SERVICE TUNIC. Excellent Captain's service dress. (Model 1943). Light weight, high quality, private purchase service tunic constructed from olive drab colored wool. Its single-breasted front closure has five, flat buttons to it, each of which are of gold-colored metal, dual hooks and eyes at the throat, along with five original collar liner attachment studs. Matching collar tabs to each point denote the rank of Captain. Two button-down, scalloped pocket flaps, with exaggerated points, are to the chest while two unbuttoned, straight pocket flaps are to the hips. The interior is fully lined with a small, button and scallop flap pocket is to left of the interior. Roughly a size 36". Very nice tunic 2) M38 Officer's Visor Hat. First introduced in 1905 and used until the end of the Second World War. Medium olive drab wool body and crown. The one-piece crown is piped in red wool to its edge. The four-piece body has seams at each of its cardinal points, with two metal grommet ventilation holes under each side of the crown. The IJA partial wreathed brass star affixed to the front of the center band. The cap has its original black patent finished chinstrap, with dual adjustment sliders, fixed by alloy officer’s buttons with embossed chrysanthemums. Black patent finished visor. The silk liner is complete. The sweatband is complete. Roughly a size 57. Shows the expected period use and wear but overall good condition. 3) WW2 Japanese Officer's Canteen with leather harness that is complete

WWII JAPANESE NAVAL OFFICER'S VISOR CAP WW2

Lot #657 (Sale Order 722 of 896)

An Imperial Japanese Navy officer’s visor cap, first introduced in 1905 and used until the end of the Second World War. The cap’s one-piece dark blue wool crown retains the internal stiffening wire along its edge. The four-piece body, in the same color and material, has seams at each of its cardinal points, with two metal grommet ventilation holes under each side of the crown. The tightly-woven black center band has its seam to the front, over which, and over the forward seam to the body, is a gilt embroidered wreath surrounding a gilt fabric-ringed "button," upon whose convex, dark blue background is fixed a gilt alloy fouled anchor. A five-lobed cherry blossom is fixed over the wreath and "button". The cap has its original chinstrap, finished in black, with dual adjustment sliders, fixed over each ear by gilt-washed alloy buttons with embossed anchors and cherry blossoms to them. The black lacquered visor. Sweatband is present. Black silk lining is complete. Approximately size 54.

WWII JAPANESE NAVAL OFFICER'S OVERCOAT WW2

Lot #658 (Sale Order 723 of 896)

WWII Japanese Naval Officer's wool overcoat being made of heavy wool that is partially lined in a purple cotton material and has Lieutenant Commander collar tabs and shows heavy wear throughout. Good

WWI US NAVY OFFICER SWORD NAMED USN WW2

Lot #659 (Sale Order 724 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WWI or shortly before. The sword is in excellent condition and has a nicely etched blade that is also named to F. D. Williams that is also maker marked to William Read & Sons of Boston Mass. Leather scabbard is complete and in matching condition. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history. Excellent

WWII US NAVY OFFICERS SWORD NAMED US NAVY WW2

Lot #660 (Sale Order 725 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WWII or shortly before. The sword is in excellent condition and has a nicely etched blade that is also named to David E. Carpenter that is also maker marked to Jacob Reed's & Sons of Philadelphia PA. Leather scabbard is missing. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history. Excellent

WWI US NAVY OFFICERS SWORD NAMED US NAVY WW2

Lot #661 (Sale Order 726 of 896)

Beautiful Named U.S. Naval officer’s sword that dates to WWI or shortly before. The sword is in excellent condition and has a nicely etched blade that is also named to J. L Belkamp that is also maker marked to Horstmann Philadelphia PA. Leather scabbard is complete and in matching condition with original bullion knot. This sword is a great piece of U.S. military history. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN SILVER WEHRMACHT CUP 1934 EAGLE

Lot #662 (Sale Order 727 of 896)

Small silver cup measuring 4 inches tall with a large Wehrmacht National Eagle clutching a wreath with a canted Swastika to the center with the inscription In treuer kameradschaft 1934 or loyal companionship 1934. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN BELT BUCKLE LOT LUFTWAFFE RAD WW2

Lot #663 (Sale Order 728 of 896)

WWII Nazi German belt & buckle lot to include 1) Early, injection molded, natural aluminum box buckle with a pebbled base field and a circular, embossed central motif. The central motif features five, high relief embossed sheaves of wheat encompassing an embossed, inverted, smooth, spade head with an embossed, canted, pebbled, swastika on a subtlety textured, domed, circular central field. The buckle shows wear which has resulted in a minor loss of detailing. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of obverse. The reverse has an integral, raised, slotted buckle catch and separate prong bar and prongs all intact. Complete with original leather pull tab. and a 36 inch long leather belt in very good condition. 2) LUFTWAFFE EM/NCO'S BELT BUCKLE WITH BELT. 1938 pattern, injection molded, natural aluminum construction box buckle features a pebbled outer field with a central, embossed, horizontally oval, laurel leaf wreath encompassing a slightly domed, pebbled inner field with an embossed, second pattern, Luftwaffe eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a canted swastika in its talons to the center. The reverse of the buckle is a mirror image of the obverse and has an integral, raised, slotted, buckle catch and separate prong bar and prongs all intact. The prong bar has a mid-brown leather tab machine stitched in place and comes with a 95cm marked leather belt.

PRE HJ REICHSBANNER JUNGSTRUM VORAN BELT BUCKLE

Lot #663a (Sale Order 729 of 896)

German 1920/30s era Reichsbanner JUNGSTURM VORAN Belt Buckle in brass with nickel center. Reverse has 3 solder points & clipped prongs and is unmarked. The Reichsbanner Jugend was the youth branch of the German SPD (Social Democratic Party) which was abolished with Hitler's rise to power in 1933. MINT The Hitler Youth may be traced back to March of 1922, with the formation of the "Jugendbund der NSDAP" (Youth-league of-the NSDAP), under control of the SA. In April of 1924 the "Jugendbund der NSDAP" was renamed "Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung" (Greater-german Youth-movement), and in July of 1926 the "Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung" was officially renamed "Hitlerjugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend" (Hitler-youth League of-the german Worker-youth). Prior to 1925, an assortment of uniform items were worn by "Hitler Jugend" members, mainly consisting of a white shirt and HJ armband. In an attempt to associate themselves more closely with the Nazi Party, the HJ adopted the NSDAP brown shirt in 1925. Their distinctive belt buckle was introduced in 1933.

WWII US ARMY AMES ICE AXE10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION

Lot #664 (Sale Order 730 of 896)

This is an excellent example of a U.S. Army World War Two Ice Axe manufactured by AMES. The ice axes were issued to the legendary 10th Mountain Division. The axe measures 36' in overall length, with a 13" head. The base of the shaft has a steel cup with spike. The cup is clearly marked U.S. AMES. These are very difficult pieces of mountain trooper equipment to find, and ones in clean complete condition are rare. Born out of the sport of skiing, the WWII 10th Mountain Division was formed in 1943 and sent to Italy when the US Army identified that it needed an elite winter-warfare force to fight in the Italian mountains. Ironically, the idea of a winter-warfare unit did not originate within the U.S. Army, but was conceived by a man who was well-versed in history, had been in the military during WWI, and was adamant that a corps of “mountain troops” was vital to America’s national security. As founder and chairman of the National Ski Patrol, Charles Minot “Minnie” Dole, along with his Vermont friends, Robert Langley and Roger Livermore, often discussed and feared that AH could eventually invade the United States through the northeast like America’s enemies had done during the French and Indian War. At the beginning of WWII, Germany had three units of mountain troops compared to none for the United States. In 1941, Dole, who borrowed the mountain troop concept from the Finnish, began a robust campaign to persuade the military to establish a winter-warfare force. As a learned man, Dole knew the Finnish had used ski troops to effectively fight Russia in its history. At this point, the U.S. Army was training its troops to operate in hot environments and the idea of ”winter troops” wasn’t even on its radar. Initially rebuffed by the military, Dole was tenacious and continued to write and phone Pentagon officials and President Roosevelt until Army Chief of Staff, General George Marshall, adopted Dole’s mountain-troop idea. In December, 1941, twelve officers and one enlisted man were deemed the 87th Infantry, Mountain, First Battalion, Reinforced and were sent to Ft. Lewis, Washington, where they and soon-to-be-recruits trained on Mt. Ranier. Lt. Colonel Onslow “Pinkie” Rolfe became the first commanding officer. After persuading the U.S. Army to develop a winter-warfare unit, Dole was eager to help and he and Langley, who was the then-acting president of the National Ski Patrol, offered the organization’s assistance in recruiting, training, and recommending ski equipment. In the early stages of its development, the 87th was an all-volunteer unit. To join, early recruits had to have three letters of recommendation and some type of “outdoors” experience/knowledge. Fifteen-thousand men applied, but only 8,000 were accepted. The “outdoors” criteria would later be dropped as the need for more recruits elevated as the war progressed. Initially, the “mountain troops” attracted mountain climbers, alpine guides, lumber jacks, forest rangers, black smiths, and skiers, including some famous European ones, who had migrated to the United States after war broke out on the continent. Skiers attending high-end U.S. universities also joined, many at the personal urging of Dole. These early recruits were nicknamed, “Minnie’s Ski Troops.” With a multitude of its recruits coming from U.S. Universities, the 10th Mountain Division would earn the distinction of being the Army’s most highly-educated unit, with many of its soldiers having above-average IQs. Originally activated as the 10th Light Division (Alpine) in 1943, the division was redesignated the 10th Mountain Division in 1944 and fought in the mountains of Italy in some of the roughest terrain in the country. On the 5th of May 1945 the Division reached Nauders, Austria, beyond the Resia Pass, where it made contact with German forces being pushed south by the U.S. Seventh Army. A status quo was maintained until the enemy headquarters involved had completed their surrender to the Seventh. On the 6th, 10th Mountain troops met the 44th Infantry Division of Seventh Army. World War II The 10th Light Division (Alpine) was constituted on 10 July 1943 and activated five days later at Camp Hale under the command of Brigadier General Lloyd E. Jones. At the time, the division had a strength of 8,500 out of the 16,000 planned, so the military transferred troops from the 30th, 31st, and 33rd Infantry Divisions to fill out the remainder of the division. This lowered morale and the division faced many difficulties in the new training, which had no established army doctrine. The 10th Light Division was centered on regimental commands; the 85th, 86th, and 87th Infantry Regiments. Also assigned to the division were the 604th, 605th, and 616th Field Artillery battalions, the 110th Signal Company, the 710th Ordnance Company, the 10th Quartermaster Company, the 10th Reconnaissance Troop, the 126th Engineer Battalion, the 10th Medical Battalion, and the 10th Counter-Intelligence Detachment.

KOREAN WAR 10 LANGUAGE BLOOD CHIT RESTRICTED #ED

Lot #665 (Sale Order 731 of 896)

Lot of two blood chits. Blood chits were used by U.S. aviators as a way of communicating with non-English-speaking people. Made of leather, cotton, silk, or rayon, they served as a safe-conduct pass for a downed aviator in need of help from local people. This blood chit used during the Korean War is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 10 languages including Japanese, Korean, Chinese, German, Burmese, French, Hindi, Russian, Urdu, and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is marked restricted and is numbered 13901F MINT. 2) This blood chit used during the Korean War is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 10 languages including Japanese, Korean, Chinese, German, Burmese, French, Hindi, Russian, Urdu, and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is marked restricted and is numbered 18593F MINT.

US NAVY FEMALE OFFICERS BULLION DRESS TIARA

Lot #666 (Sale Order 732 of 896)

This is a WWII US Navy Women's Officer "Wave" Evening Dress Tiara. It's black velvet with gold and silver bullion Eagle with Anchors emblem. It's in very good condition. Rare and very hard to find.

REPRO WWII NAZI GERMAN CROSS IN SILVER WW2

Lot #667 (Sale Order 733 of 896)

This is a copy of the The German Cross (German: Deutsches Kreuz). It was instituted by Adolf Hitler on 17 November 1941. It was awarded in two divisions: gold for repeated acts of bravery or achievement in combat; and silver for distinguished non-combat war service. The German Cross in Gold ranked higher than the Iron Cross First Class but below the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross, while the German Cross in Silver ranked higher than the War Merit Cross First Class with Swords but below the Knight’s Cross of the War Merit Cross with Swords. Excellent

WWII ITALIAN FASCIST MVSN BLACKSHIRT DAGGER WW2

Lot #668 (Sale Order 734 of 896)

Model of 1938, Boot knife with diamond-shaped guard. No apparent marks on the blade or guard. 3 pins at wooden handle. The steel scabbard shows usage and wear. A metal belt loop is welded to the scabbard at an angle, with a riveted, movable arm and sliding retaining clip. Approximately 7.25" blade, 12" overall. Excellent

WW1 ERA COLLINS 1005 BOLO KNIFE & SHEATH WWI

Lot #669 (Sale Order 735 of 896)

WW1 era Collins 1005 Bolo knife and Leather sheath. All original and complete.with a still supple leather scabbard that is well marked.

WW2 NAZI GERMAN NSKK M33 DAGGER M7/36 E.F. HORSTER

Lot #670 (Sale Order 736 of 896)

A NSKK EM’s dagger with its double-edged drop-forged nickel-silver blade in its original scabbard. The dagger has a solid nickel-silver pommel and tang nut. Its contoured wooden grip has, inlaid to its obverse, the enameled "SA" signet near the pommel and an nickel/silver eagle and swastika to its center. Its cross guards are also solid nickel-silver with the lower being marked "B" indicating the Gau Berlin-Brundenburg. "Alles für Deutschland" (Everything for Germany) is acid etched on the obverse of the pointed blade. Blade is maker marked to E. F. Horster of Solingen M7/36. Light scabbard runner marks are present as expected with some buffing. The scabbard has a nickel-silver plated metal throat, mouthpiece, and lower scabbard fitting. The body of the scabbard is comprised of black finished sheet metal. Roughly 95% of the original black overpaint remains. Dome-headed securing screws are on either side of its throat and along the upper edges of its scalloped lower fitting. To one side of the mouthpiece is the loop for the hanger ring, and the nickel-silver plated metal ring itself. Nice clean example by a scarce maker. Excellent. The development of the NSKK, "National Sozialistisches Kraftfahr Korps" (National Socialist Motor Corps), can be traced back to 1923 when the SA introduced a "Kraftfahr Abteilung" (Motor Section) to transport personnel as required. In 1928 the SA Motor section was expanded to "Kraftfahrstaffeln" (Motor Squadrons). In an attempt to create a national motor corps, the NSAK, "National Sozialistisches Automobil Korps" (National Socialist Automobile Corps), was formed in April of 1930 as an NSDAP auxiliary organization subordinate to the SA. In early 1931 Adolf Hühnlein was appointed as Chief of the NSAK and proposed a name change to NSKK, which was officially accepted in April of 1931. Still subordinate to the SA in 1933 when the SA dagger was introduced, the NSKK also adopted the dagger shortly after its introduction. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and its design was based on the traditional 16th century Swiss "Holbein" dagger. In May of 1936 Korpsführer Hühnlein decreed the NSKK dagger scabbards were to be finished in black to differentiate them from the SA dagger.

WWI US ARMY M1917 BOLO KNIFE LOT OF 2 WW1

Lot #671 (Sale Order 737 of 896)

Two World War One M1917 bolo knives. The first is a Springfield Arsenal made knife dated 1910 and serial numbered 2265. The scabbard leather tip has a Fred Medart Mfg. Co 1918 stamping. The second knife is made by Springfield Arsenal and dated 1917 and serial numbered 39384. Both show their age but still very good

KOREAN WAR 14 LANGUAGE BLOOD CHIT RESTRICTED LOT

Lot #672 (Sale Order 738 of 896)

Lot of three blood chits. Blood chits were used by U.S. aviators as a way of communicating with non-English-speaking people. Made of leather, cotton, silk, or rayon, they served as a safe-conduct pass for a downed aviator in need of help from local people. This blood chit used during the Korean War is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 14 languages including Arabic, German, French, Polish, Czech, Slovak, English, Greek, Bulgarian, Russian, Lithuanian, Hungarian, Turkish and Rumanian. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is marked restricted and is numbered 25421R MINT. 2) This blood chit used during the Korean War is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 14 languages including Arabic, German, French, Polish, Czech, Slovak, English, Greek, Bulgarian, Russian, Lithuanian, Hungarian, Turkish and Rumanian. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is marked restricted and is numbered 25422R MINT 3) This blood chit used during the Korean War is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 14 languages including Arabic, German, French, Polish, Czech, Slovak, English, Greek, Bulgarian, Russian, Lithuanian, Hungarian, Turkish and Rumanian. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is marked restricted and is numbered 69699R MINT

1960 4 LANGUAGE BLOOD CHIT RESTRICTED LOT OF 6

Lot #673 (Sale Order 739 of 896)

Lot of five blood chits. Blood chits were used by U.S. aviators as a way of communicating with non-English-speaking people. Made of leather, cotton, silk, or rayon, they served as a safe-conduct pass for a downed aviator in need of help from local people. This blood chit set war used just before the Vietnam conflict is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 4 languages including French, Spanish, Portuguese and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is is numbered 06812L MINT. 2) This blood chit set war used just before the Vietnam conflict is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 4 languages including French, Spanish, Portuguese and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is is numbered 06821L MINT. 3) This blood chit set war used just before the Vietnam conflict is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 4 languages including French, Spanish, Portuguese and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is is numbered 06822L MINT. 4) This blood chit set war used just before the Vietnam conflict is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 4 languages including French, Spanish, Portuguese and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is is numbered 06823L MINT. 5) This blood chit set war used just before the Vietnam conflict is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 4 languages including French, Spanish, Portuguese and English. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is is numbered 06824L MINT.

KOREAN WAR 13 LANGUAGE BLOOD CHIT RESTRICTED #ED

Lot #674 (Sale Order 740 of 896)

Blood chits were used by U.S. aviators as a way of communicating with non-English-speaking people. Made of leather, cotton, silk, or rayon, they served as a safe-conduct pass for a downed aviator in need of help from local people. This blood chit set war used during the Korean War is fabric printed with the U.S. flag and 13 languages including Persian, Turkish, Italian, Finnish, Serbo-Croatian, German, French, Swedish, Arabic, Greek, Polish, English and Russian. The English text reads: I am an American. I do not speak your language. Misfortune forces me to seek your assistance in obtaining food, shelter and protection from the communists. Please take me to someone who will provide for my safety and see that I am returned to my people. I will do my best to see that no harm comes to you. My government will reward you. The chit is is numbered 62684E MINT.

KOREAN WAR 56TH TANK BATTALION REGIMENTAL FLAG

Lot #675 (Sale Order 741 of 896)

Stellar, Korean War, 56th Tank Battalion green rayon regimental flag measuring 36 X 47 excluding the white fringe and is fully embroidered and dated 1950 and still retains both quartermaster tags to the interior tunnel loop. Flag is in excellent condition with some toning due to it's age.

1959 DATED 82ND ARTILLERY REGIMENTAL FLAG

Lot #676 (Sale Order 742 of 896)

Stellar, 82nd Artillery red rayon regimental flag measuring 36 X 47 excluding the yellow fringe and is fully embroidered and dated 1959 and still retains both quartermaster tags to the interior tunnel loop. Flag is in excellent condition with some toning due to it's age. Return To Japan 1952 – 1957 On 27 November, the advance party from the division left Korea and by late January 1952, all units had arrived on Hokkaido, under the command of Major General Thomas L. Harrold. Arriving in the port of Muroran, each unit was loaded on trains and moved to the new garrison areas. Three camps were established outside Sappro, the Islands capital city. The division controlled a huge training area of 155,000 acres. The mission of the division was to defend the Island of Hokkaido and to maintain maximum combat readiness. The Korean War wound down to a negotiated halt when the long awaited armistice was signed at 10:00 on 27 July 1953. A Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a corridor – 4 kilometers wide and 249 kilometers long, was established dividing North and South Korea. The nominal line of the buffer zone is along the 38th parallel; however, the final negotiations of the adjacent geographical areas, gave the North Korean Government some 850 square miles south of the 38th parallel and the South Korean Government some 2,350 square miles north of it.In September 1954, the Japanese assumed responsibility for defending Hokkaido and the First Team returned to the main Island of Honshu. For the next three years the division guarded the northern sections of Honshu until a treaty was signed by the governments of Japan and the United States in 1957. This accord signaled the removal of all U.S. ground forces from Japan’s main islands. Demilitarized Zone, 1957 – 1965 On 20 August 1957, the 1st Cavalry Division, guarding the northern sections of Honshu, Japan was reduced to zero strength and transferred to Korea (minus equipment). On 15 October 1957, the 82nd Field Artillery was inactivated and relieved from assignment to the 1st Cavalry Division. Following their inactivation and release from assignment to the 1st Cavalry Division, the three battalions of the 82nd Field Artillery went their separate ways. On 01 June 1958, the 1st Battalion (less “B” Battery) was redesignated as Headquarters and Headquarters Battery 1st Missile Battalion, 82nd Artillery and activated on 24 June 1958 in Italy. On 20 April 1964, the battalion was inactivated in Italy. On 31 October 1967, the battalion was redesignated as the 1st Battalion, 82nd Artillery. On 10 January 1968, the 1st Battalion, 82nd Artillery was assigned to the Americal Division (23rd Infantry Division) and activated at Fort Lewis, Washington. On 01 September 1971, the battalion was redesignated as 1st Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery. On 10 November 1971, the battalion was relieved from assignment to the 23rd Infantry Division. On 21 June 1975, the 1st Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery rejoined the 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood, Texas. On 01 June 1958, the 2nd Battalion was redesignated as Headquarters and Headquarters Battery 2nd Missile Battalion, 82nd Artillery and activated on 25 June 1958 in Germany. On 25 March 1964, the battalion was inactivated in Germany. On 01 September 1971, the battalion was redesignated as the 2nd Missile Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery. In 1988, the Battalion was redesignated as 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery and assigned to the 3rd Armored Division in Germany. During Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the Battalion provided direct support fires to the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Armored Division. In 1991, the Battalion was inactivated in Germany. On 01 June 1958, the 3rd Battalion was redesignated as Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 3rd Gun Battalion, 82nd Artillery and activated on 25 June 1958 in Germany. On 20 December 1963, the Battalion was inactivated in Germany. On 10 September 1964, the Battalion was redesignated as the 3rd Battalion, 82nd Artillery and assigned to the 196th Infantry Brigade. On 15 September 1965, the Battalion was activated as a 105mm towed battalion at Fort Devens, Massachusetts and was assigned to the Americal Division (23rd Infantry Division). On 01 June 1958, “B” Battery, 1st Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery Battalion was reconstituted. On 31 July 1959, the battery was redesignated as Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 5th Battalion, 82nd Artillery and on 01 July 1965, was subsequently redesignated as “E” Battery, 82nd Artillery and concurrently transferred(less personnel and equipment) from Korea to Fort Benning, Georgia, reorganized and assigned to the new 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile).

BRIGADIER GENERAL OFFICER'S FLAG 1950 FLAG OFFICER

Lot #677 (Sale Order 743 of 896)

Stellar, Brigadier General or Flag Officer's red rayon regimental flag measuring 36 X 47 excluding the yellow fringe dated to the 1950's and still retains both quartermaster tags to the interior tunnel loop. Flag is in excellent condition with some toning due to it's age. Captain was the highest rank in the United States Navy from its beginning in 1775 until 1857, when Congress created the temporary rank of Flag Officer, which gave way to Commodore and Rear Admiral in 1862. The rank of "flag officer" was bestowed on senior Navy captains who were assigned to lead a squadron of vessels in addition to command of their own ship. The 19th-century rank of "flag officer" was considered strictly temporary and became obsolete upon the creation and widespread usage of the equivalent naval rank of commodore; however, the term is still in use today, explicitly defined as an officer of the U.S. Navy or Coast Guard serving in or having the grade of admiral, vice admiral, rear admiral, or rear admiral (lower half), equivalent to general officers of an army. In 1862 Congress authorized the use of the title "admiral". In the United States Army, Air Force, and Marine Corps, the term "flag officer" generally is applied to all general officers authorized to fly their own command flags—i.e., brigadier general, or pay grade O-7, and above. However, as a matter of law, Title 10 of the United States Code makes a distinction between general officers and flag officers. Non-naval officers usually fly their flags from their headquarters, vessels, or vehicles, typically only for the most senior officer present. In the United States all flag and general officers must be nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate; each subsequent promotion requires renomination and re-approval. For the Navy, each flag officer assignment is usually limited to a maximum of two years, followed by either reassignment, reassignment and promotion, or retirement.

1950's 61ST ARTILLERY BATTALION REGIMENTAL FLAG

Lot #678 (Sale Order 744 of 896)

Stellar, Korean War Era, 61st Artillery Battalion red rayon regimental flag measuring 36 X 47 excluding the yellow fringe and is fully embroidered and still retains both quartermaster tags to the interior tunnel loop. Flag is in excellent condition with some toning due to it's age. The Korean War As a result of the North Korean invasion of South Korea on 25 June 1950, the 61st Field Artillery Battalion and the 1st Cavalry Division would again be going into combat. On 14 July 1950, the Battalion left Japan for Korea aboard the LST’s Cavalier and Oglethorpe, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Alden O. Hatch. The Battalion made an unopposed amphibious landing at Pohang-dong, South Korea on 18 July 1950 and was committed to combat on 22 July with the 4th Howitzer Section of Battery B firing the first round for the Battalion during the Korean War. On 24 July the 61st Field Artillery Battalion came under heavy fire from North Korean tanks, mortars and small arms fire suffering its first casualties of the Korean War. The next several weeks were spent in the Pusan Perimeter near the town of Waegwan on the Naktong River. The 61st Field Artillery Battalion would be awarded the Korean Presidential Unit Citation for its actions along the Naktong River. After the great success of the Inchon landing, the Battalion along with the rest of the 1st Cavalry Division made a breakout which would carry them all the way to Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea.Under the command of Major Joe Knott, the 61st Field Artillery Battalion was with the 5th Cavalry Regiment when they entered the city of Pyongyang with the first artillery rounds being fired into the capital city by A Battery. Jubilant Artillerymen celebrated, confident that the war would be over soon. During the last days of October 1950, the Battalion would clean equipment, attend USO shows, souvenir hunt in the Russian warehouses and generally lead a garrison life with hot food, shined boots and inspections. The rumors of going back to Japan were unfounded, and by 4 November the 61st Field Artillery Battalion was back in the line in support of the 27th British Brigade. At 0800 hours on the morning of 5 November, the Battalion was attacked by an estimated regiment of Chinese Infantry whose intent was to destroy the two bridges over the Chong-chon River near Pakchon. The Chinese were quickly brought under heavy fire by the Battalion and were thwarted in their attempt to cut off the 27th Brigade and with an estimated 500 dead the Chinese retreated. The Battalion suffered several casualties and had ammo section from Battery A captured. There were many acts of distinguished service with Captain Howard Moore of C Battery earning a Distinguished Service Cross and the Military Cross from the British. The 61st Field Artillery Battalion would be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for its actions. On 25 November 1950, morale was again high with General MacArthur stating that troops would be home for Christmas. On the same day, the 61st Field Artillery Battalion moved to a new position on the bank of the Chong-chon River next to a mountain called “Chinaman’s Hat” in support of the 2nd Infantry Division. At 2300 hours, the entire Battalion was attacked with A Battery being overrun in the first wave of bugle blowing, screaming Chinese Infantrymen. The outposts were overrun in the first wave and A Battery’s guns fell one by one. With A Battery’s commander Captain Rex C. Gunnell killed, the remaining personnel withdrew to new positions. The Battalion was ordered to withdraw and moved south to Jujang-dong. At daylight, Lieutenant John P. Kean led volunteers back to the A Battery position and despite heavy enemy machine gun and rifle fire succeeded in removing all guns and vehicles that were not destroyed. The remainder of the winter would be spent in general withdrawal back to South Korea. In February 1951, part of the 61st Field Artillery Battalion would be in “Task Force Crombez”, the force that rescued the beleaguered 23rd Regimental Combat Team at Chipyong-ni. On 30 April 1951, command of the 61st Field Artillery passed from Lieutenant Colonel Knott to Lieutenant Colonel John C. Breedlove. In December 1951, the 61st Field Artillery Battalion was replaced on line by the 158th Field Artillery of the 45th Infantry Division and by January 1952 was back in Japan. During the Korean War the 61st Field Artillery fired 400,000 rounds of 105mm ammunition, suffered 21 killed in action, 17 missing in action and 145 wounded. Personnel of the Battalion earned two Distinguished Service Crosses, 26 Silver Stars, and 105 Bronze Stars for Valor, all in ground combat plus a number of other medals for meritorious service. Camp Chitose I In January 1952, the 61st Field Artillery Battalion went into garrison at Camp Chitose I in Japan. As soon as the camp was established, intensive training was begun. O 30 January 1953, the Battalion was alerted for return to Korea. The 61st Field Artillery Batta

TO HELL WITH COMMUNISM FLAG OR PENNANT COLD WAR

Lot #679 (Sale Order 745 of 896)

TO HELL WITH COMMUNISM rayon flag measuring 16 X 44 inches with all lettering separately applied. A very attractive pennant with Stars being used on the tops of the letters in Red, White and Blue while the Red Communism letters have Hammer and Sickles in very good condition. Hard to date it but certainly from at least the 1960s if not the 50's

WWI U.S. M 1917 TRENCH KNIFE - AC Co. 1917 WW1

Lot #680 (Sale Order 746 of 896)

1917 dated L.F.&C. trench knife. Marked on knuckle guard " AC CO USA 1917. Missing sheath. Minor oxidation. Very good.

US ARMY GENERAL RANK OFFICER PISTOL BELT

Lot #681 (Sale Order 747 of 896)

General Officer grade pistol belt. Attractive gilded brass interlocking buckle, brown Moroccan leather belt & holster. There is some scattered scuffing to the leather surface but no dry rot. Overall Excellent and is roughly with the adjustable size 32 - 38 inches

M1892 US ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL HOLSTER 1908 DATED

Lot #682 (Sale Order 748 of 896)

Dark brown leather holster with a clear 1908 date and Rock Island Arsenal and inspected T.O.O. on its reverse. The bottom plug with brass loop is intact, and the leather body is pliable. The stitching is sound with no evidence of dry rot.

WW1 US M1903 .38 REVOLVER HOLSTER WWI

Lot #683 (Sale Order 749 of 896)

Dark brown leather holster for the M1903 Revolver marked MASS. CJ to the reverse. The bottom plug with brass loop is intact, and the leather body is pliable. The stitching is sound with no evidence of dry rot.

WWII NAZI GERMAN CLOSE COMBAT TRENCH BOOT KNIFE

Lot #684 (Sale Order 750 of 896)

The knife features a roughly, 15cm long, drop forged steel construction, non-fullered, blade with a long top swedge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 27cm marked W. The knife has a natural steel, horizontal, flat, scalloped tip, double crossguard and nicely contoured, carved, natural softwood grips. The grip are secured to the blade tang by three small, dome headed, steel rivets. There is a small notch hand carved in the grip to give it a better grip. The knife comes complete with its original, black painted, sheet metal scabbard. The scabbard has its small, throat retaining, rivet intact to the obverse and prong, spring steel, retaining clip with two small retaining rivets to the reverse. Excellent Although hunting and fighting knives had been around for centuries it wasn’t until WWI that the close combat/trench knife truly came into its own. The bayonets of the period proved to be too long, heavy and unwieldy in close combat situations which led to some soldiers privately purchasing hunting style knives for use in the field. By 1915 the German blade manufacturers recognized a demand for the smaller close combat/trench knives and a number of them started to produce them in greater quantities. The smaller close combat/trench knives became quite popular and saw widespread usage. This popularity was not lost on the blade manufacturers and at the beginning of WWII many started to produce a wide range of close combat/trench knives in both ordnance issue and private purchase versions with numerous minor variations.

WWII NAZI GERMAN SA OFFICER DAGGER M7/85 WW2

Lot #685 (Sale Order 751 of 896)

Nice quality dagger features a roughly, 8 3/4", (22.2 cm), long double edged nickel/silver plated drop forged steel construction blade with a low central ridge and a full length, including the hilt, of roughly, 13 5/8" (34.7 cm). The nickel/silver plated blade shows light scabbard runners and spotting. The obverse of the blade has the nice, deep, well defined, acid etched Fraktur style, script motto, "Alles für Deutschland", (All/Everything for Germany), which is crisp and well defined. Maker marked to "M7/85" Arthur Evertz of Solingen. The dagger has the plated nickel crossguard, pommel, and tang nut that shows peeling. The dagger has a very nicely contoured, reddish tinged, brown, stained, hardwood grip, which has a nice snug fit to both the top and bottom fittings. The grip has a nicely inset, solid aluminum national eagle and a nickel/silver and enameled runic SA button both intact. The dagger comes with it’s original, coppery brown, painted, magnetic sheet metal scabbard with solid nickel/silver fittings. Very Good The SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment), was originally formed in the August 1921 as a protective guard unit for the political leaders of the fledgling NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (National Socialist German Worker’s Party), and as with the NSDAP the SA was structure along paramilitary lines. The SA recruited most of its personnel from the ranks of the various Freikorps, (Free Corps), groups composed mainly of disgruntled, ex-WWI soldiers and was first utilized at a NSDAP meeting in Munich in November 1921.The SA M33 service dagger was the first dagger officially sanctioned by the NSDAP and was introduced on December 15TH 1933. The dagger was intended as an ornamental item and the design was adapted by Professor Woenne of the Solingen School of Commerce who had based it on the traditional 16TH century, Swiss "Holbein", "Baselard" or "Basilard", hunting dagger with the original design being attributed to the Hans Holbein the Younger, (Circa 1497-1543). Originally the daggers featured an anodized scabbard and utilized nice quality, solid, nickel/silver fittings while later models had cheaper, nickel/silver plated fittings and painted scabbards. Regulations dictated that the daggers were to worn on the left side of the waist belt suspended by a specific, dagger hanger. In late 1934 items manufactured for the SA including daggers and accoutrements came under the quality control of the RZM, Reichzeugmeisterei, (National Equipment Quartermaster) and as a result were marked with the RZM logo when appropriate. Of Note: The RZM was official founded in June 1934 in Munich by the NSDAP as a Reich Hauptamt, (State Central Office), and was based on the earlier SA Quartermaster’s Department. The functions of the RZM were not only to procure and distribute items to Party formations, but also to approve chosen designs and to act as a quality control supervisor to ensure items manufactured for the Party met required specification and were standardized. Production of the SA M33 dagger was discontinued sometime in 1943. Of Note: Other daggers initiated by the SA included the Marine-SA Dagger, circa 1933-34, originally with black grip and scabbard and later with brown grip and scabbard but with brass colored fittings, the short lived, (Circa February 3RD 1934-July 4TH 1934), SA-Stabschef, (SA-Chief of Staff), Ernst Röhm Dedication Dagger with the inscription, "In herzlicher Freundschaft Ernst Röhm", (In heartfelt Friendship Ernst Röhm). After Röhm’s demise the new SA-Stabschef, Viktor Lutze introduced the SA Honour Dagger, circa 1935, the SA Standarte Feldhernnhalle Dagger, circa 1937, the SA High Leader’s Honour Dagger, circa 1938 and the Special SA Presentation Dagger circa 1938-39.

WW1 US ARMY M1917 KNUCKLE KNIFE LF&C WWI

Lot #686 (Sale Order 752 of 896)

U.S. World War 1 1917 L.F.& C. trench knife in near mint condition. This knife measures 14" overall. The blade itself measures 9". This knife has 6 point knuckle guard. 'U.S. L.F.&C. 1917' is stamped on the guard. The scabbard dates to much later and probably from WWII. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN ID'ed GROUPING W/ WEHRPASS MEDAL

Lot #687 (Sale Order 753 of 896)

WWII Nazi German identified grouping named to Alfred Unfahl of the 2 Company of the 342nd Pioneer Battalion. Grouping consist of his 1) Wehrpass with his photo in civilian clothes. The booklet is nicely filled out. 2) Russian Front Medal with certificate named to Alfred Unfahl. 3) finally two group photos with members of his unit. History Formation The division was formed on 19 November 1940 in Wehrkreis (military district) XII with its home station at Landstuhl. One third of the original strength was transferred from the 72nd Infantry Division and one third from the 79th Infantry Division. This meant that part of the divisional strength originated from around Koblenz in the Rhineland, and part from around Linz in Austria. It was a Category 14 division, which were established with the usual three infantry regiments, but with only 12 companies per regiment instead of the usual 14. It included an artillery regiment, but had a reduced complement of equipment in all areas, and its soldiers were between 27 and 32 years of age. Its commander from formation was Generalmajor (Brigadier) Rudolf Wagner. Following its formation it was first deployed as part of the occupation forces in France between June and September 1941. On 2 July 1941, Wagner was replaced by Generalleutnant (Major General) Dr. Walter Hinghofer, an Austrian-born career officer who had served the whole of World War I fighting the Russians on the Eastern Front. On 14 September 1941, the division was ordered to deploy to Belgrade in the Territory of the Military Commander in Serbia where it was to come under the command of LXV Corps. This was the result of repeated requests for reinforcements from the Wehrmacht Commander Southeast, Generalfeldmarschall Wilhelm List due to a growing insurgency in the eastern parts of the partitioned Kingdom of Yugoslavia. Yugoslavia The division began arriving from France on 20 September 1941, and was quickly committed to counter-insurgency operations in the northwestern part of the German-occupied territory of Serbia. Between 24 September and 9 October it conducted its first operation, which was aimed at clearing the Macva region, which consisted of around 600 square kilometres (230 sq mi) west of the town of Šabac between the Drina and Sava rivers. It was reinforced by a battalion from the 718th Infantry Division and a police company, and advanced into the region from the Syrmia region to the north. The Germans estimated the numbers of Partisans and Chetniks in the area at between 2,000 and 10,000. The division rounded up large numbers of males between the ages of 14 and 70 in the towns and villages, razed many houses, and exceeded the mandated reprisal ratios of the numbers of prisoners executed per German soldier killed or wounded, shooting 830 of the 8,400 prisoners it took between 21 and 30 September, the great majority of which were unarmed civilians. However, the division had decisively engaged the main insurgent forces which withdrew into the Cer mountains. This was closely followed by two more operations, one in the Cer mountains between 10–15 October, and one towards Krupanj on 19 and 20 October. The Cer operation targeted around 2,500 well-armed Chetniks and 4,000 poorly-equipped Partisans, and the division burned many villages and shot over 3,000 more people despite capturing few weapons and taking few prisoners. They destroyed insurgent strongholds in the Radovasnica and Mount Tronosa monasteries, but despite completing their encirclement of the area most of the targeted insurgents escaped to the west. The Krupanj operation was essentially treated as revenge for two companies of the 704th Infantry Division that had been overrun in the town a few weeks earlier, but again failed to decisively engage the insurgents. During the period from 10 to 19 October the 342nd suffered six men killed with another 24 wounded, but reported that it had killed 546 insurgents and executed another 1,081 after capture, from whom it captured a total of four guns. It played a key role in Operation Uzice and Operation Mihailovic, which targeted the Yugoslav Partisans and Chetniks respectively. In early January 1942, after being relieved by Bulgarian forces, the division was transferred to the Independent State of Croatia where it took part in Operation Southeast Croatia, after which a regiment of the division took part in Operation Ozren under the command of the 718th Infantry Division. During its service in Yugoslavia the division earned a reputation for ruthless and ferocious brutality against insurgents and the populace alike. Eastern Front In February 1942 it was sent to Army Group Centre on the Eastern Front where it fought in the Battles of Rzhev and the retreat after the Battle of Kursk. It was withdrawn briefly in April 1944 to refit and re-organise in East Prussia, but returned to the front in May and distinguished itself twice against the Russians that summer.

WWII NAZI GERMAN TWO UNIFORM REFERENCE BOOKS

Lot #688 (Sale Order 754 of 896)

Lot of two WWII German uniforms reference books to include 1) GERMAN MILITARY UNIFORMS & INSIGNIA 1933-1945 : Author/Editors : WE 1967 Published by: WE, Inc., Old Greenwich, Conn., USA. This hardbound book contains 227 pages with several illustrations. 2) GERMAN MILITARY UNIFORMS 1939-1945 by S. R. Gordon-Douglas. Published by Almark of London England. has 48 pages filled with photos and illustrations. Both are in excellent condition.

GENERAL NAMED OFFICERS SASH BELT FROM PILOT

Lot #689 (Sale Order 755 of 896)

Identified General Officer's sash in gold rayon that is 36 inches long and 2 3/4 inches wide bearing two fringed tassels suspended at the front and is attributed to Gen. Robert C. Richardson and in excellent condition. Robert Charlwood Richardson III (January 5, 1918 – January 2, 2011) was an American military officer of the United States Army Air Corps, and subsequently the United States Air Force, eventually attaining the rank of brigadier general. A leader in the early days of the US Air Force, he was a renowned expert in tactical nuclear warfare, NATO, and military long range planning. In his early career he is known for his involvement in the World War II Laconia incident, where the actions taken by order of Richardson have been identified as a prima facie war crime. Under the conventions of war, ships engaged in rescue operations (including submarines) are held immune from attack.

WWII US & BRITISH INSIGNIA RANK INSIGNIA BADGES

Lot #690 (Sale Order 756 of 896)

Large collection of US Officer and enlisted rank and trade insignia including WAC Woman's Reserve Corps, Engineer, Medical, Infantry, Military Police, West Point as well as various Officer rank and Discharge pins from the Army and Marines and several Dentist collar insignia. Also in the collection are several sets of DI's. Also in the dealer lot is several sets of wings, all post war, Efficiency badges as well as four British Medals. Lastly 14 Challenge Coins

LOT OF 2 CHINESE WARLORD MEDALS OR ORDERS

Lot #691 (Sale Order 757 of 896)

Collection of two Imperial Chinese medal or orders with enamels all have writing on the reverse

LOT OF 3 CHINESE WARLORD MEDALS OR ORDERS

Lot #692 (Sale Order 758 of 896)

Collection of three Imperial Chinese medal or orders with enamels all have writing on the reverse

LOT OF 3 CHINESE WARLORD MEDALS OR ORDERS

Lot #693 (Sale Order 759 of 896)

Collection of three Imperial Chinese medal or orders with enamels all are numbered with writing on the reverse

CHINESE ORDER & MEDAL LOT OF 3 BREAST STARS

Lot #694 (Sale Order 760 of 896)

Chinese medal lot to include 1) China Order of Blue Sky and White Sun that is nicely marked to the reverse 2) Order of Propitious Clouds that is numbered to the reverse 1085 and is also well marked 3) The Order of the Sacred Tripod that is numbered to the reverse 055 and is nicely marked

US ARMY KRAG RIFLE BAYONET MODEL 1892 DATED 1894

Lot #695 (Sale Order 761 of 896)

Model 1892 Krag Rifle bayonet, dated 1894 and marked "US" in original scabbard. Blade measures 11.6", 16.25" overall length. Scabbard shows age, and retains approximately 50% of original finish. Blade, grips, and pommel are in good condition.

WWII THRU VIETNAM US MEDAL COLLECTION LOT OF 18

Lot #696 (Sale Order 762 of 896)

Collection of 18 medals and other pins ranging from WWII thru Vietnam medals to include 1) Distinguished Service Cross 2) Silver Star 3) Bronze Star with V device 4) Bronze Star 5) Purple Heart 6) Air Medal missing ribbon 7) Joint Service Commendation Medal 8) Meritorious Service Medal 9) Army Achievement Medal 10) USN Good Conduct Medal 11) American Defense Service Medal 12) Prisoner of War Medal 13) Medal for Humane Action 14) Army of Occupation Medal 15) Air Force Good Conduct Medal 16) Army Commendation Medal 17) National Defense Service Medal 18) Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal 19) Sharpshooter Badge 20) Purple Heart Ribbon Bar 21) Bronze Star Ribbon Bar and lastly Bronze Star Lapel Pin

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL INSIGNIA LOT HEER NSDAP SA

Lot #697 (Sale Order 763 of 896)

WWII Nazi German medal lot to include 1) WAR MERIT CROSS 1ST CLASS WITH SWORDS "Steinhauer & Lück, Lüdenscheid". Die struck alloy award with a silver wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by an oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upwards between the arms of the cross. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The plain, reverse has a solid soldered hinge on a rectangular base plate, inset into a rectangular recess, a broad, vertical tapered pin and a catch. The reverse of the award is well marked with a deeply stamped manufacturers numerical code within a square border, "4", indicating manufacture by Steinhauer & Lück, Lüdenscheid. 2) WAR MERIT CROSS 1ST CLASS WITH SWORDS "3 Wilhelm Deumer". Die struck alloy award with a silver wash is in the form of a Maltese style cross with a circular centerpiece with an embossed, canted, swastika encircled by an oak-leaf wreath to the obverse. The swords, indicating bravery, emanated upwards between the arms of the cross. The background field of the obverse centerpiece is smooth while the arms of the cross have a pebbled background field with raised, smooth, outer edges. The plain, reverse has a solid soldered hinge on a rectangular base plate, inset into a rectangular recess, a broad, vertical tapered pin and a catch. The reverse of the award is well marked with a deeply stamped manufacturers numerical code within a square border, "3", indicating manufacture by Wilhelm Deumer Lüdenscheid. Is housed in a partial box 3) WEST WALL MEDAL. Die struck, tombac construction medal with a bronze wash is in the form of a roughly, 41mm tall, 32mm wide, vertical oval with embossed, oak-leaf wreath edging encompassing a smooth field with an embossed national eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted swastika in its talons, positioned above a crossed spade and sword which are in turn positioned above a pillbox to the obverse. The reverse also has the embossed, oak-leaf wreath edging which encompasses embossed, Latin script, "Für Arbeit zum Schutze Deutschlands", (For Work on the Defenses of Germany), on a smooth background field. The medal loop and the ribbon suspension ring are both intact. Included is an original piece of rayon ribbon. 4) EM/NCO'S VISOR CAP WREATH & COCKADE. Single piece, silver washed, stamped, zinc construction winged visor cap wreath with a painted national tri-color cockade. The winged, open topped, wreath features four horizontally extended "wings" emanating from the central oak-leaf wreath that encompasses the national tri-color cockade. The wreath and wings both have finely embossed detailing. The cockade features a ribbed, circular black outer ring encompassing a ribbed silver inner ring and a smooth red centerpiece. The insignia is roughly, 4cm tall with the wingspan being roughly, 5 14.5cm from wingtip to wingtip. The reverse of the insignia is a mirror image of the obverse and has both inset, soldered, attachment prongs are missing. The insignia has no visible manufacturer’s markings. 5) EM/NCO'S VISOR CAP WREATH & COCKADE. Single piece, silver washed, die stamped, aluminum construction winged visor cap wreath with a painted national tri-color cockade. The winged, open topped, wreath features four, horizontally extended, "wings" emanating from the central oak-leaf wreath that encompasses the national tri-color cockade. The wreath and wings both have finely embossed detailing. The cockade features a ribbed, circular black outer ring encompassing a ribbed, silver inner ring and a smooth red centerpiece. The reverse of the insignia is a mirror image of the obverse and one attachment prongs are attached. 6) RLB DONATION LAPEL PIN. Stamped magnetic sheet metal construction lapel pin with silver and black washes. The pin is in the form of a vertical oval with embossed script to outside edge, "Luftschutz Tut Not", (Air Protection is Necessary), which encompasses a stylized, cut-out, aircraft soaring downwards towards a house. The "interior" of the house features an embossed first pattern RLB emblem consisting of a star burst pattern with "RLB" and a swastika superimposed on top. The reverse of the pin is a mirror image of the obverse. The reverse has the soldered on horizontal pin back device intact. 7) WWII NAZI GERMAN WHW DONATION PLAQUE. Winter Helpers League (WHW) Donation plaque given to individuals who made significant financial donations to the German Wehrmacht. Plaque measures 4.75". very good. 8) 1936 NATIONAL EAGLE. 1936 pattern aluminum eagle with both attachment prongs attached 9) DRKB MEMBER'S ARMBAND EMBLEM. 1938 pattern machine woven NS-RKB emblem. Emblem consists of a white bordered, red shield with white bordered, black Iron Cross with white circular centerpiece featuring a black, canted swastika to cen

WWII NAZI GERMAN MEDAL ANTI PARTISAN BADGE REPRO

Lot #698 (Sale Order 764 of 896)

WWII Reproduction Nazi items to include 1) Anti Partisan Badge Marked 2 on the coke bottle shaped pin. 2) Deutschland Erwache 1933 Membership pin marked to the reverse Ges. Gesch. RZM 3) SS Lebensborn Stickpin well marked to the reverse. 4) Blood Order with Ribbon 5) Iron Cross 2nd Class with ribbon 5) Waffen SS enlisted sleeve Eagle having been taken from an album with glue residue to the reverse. 6) SS Runic And Rank Tabs

WWII US ARMY AIR CORPS UNIFORM LOT W/ WINGS WW2

Lot #699 (Sale Order 765 of 896)

WWII US Military lot of uniforms to include 1) WWII US Army Air Corps named Pilot uniform size 38R named to Captain Estep and is dated 1942 with a standard felt US Army Air Corps SSI to the shoulder along with a Sterling Silver marked NS Meyer set of Pilot Wings with an Air Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Purple Heart and ETO ribbon with two battle campaign stars. Also comes with a matching condition set of pink trousers. 2) WWII US Army Air Corps 4th Air force uniform jacket with felt 4th AC SSI to the shoulder and a reproduction set of Pilot wings to the chest. Also on the tunic are two gold overseas stripes. Tunic is roughly a size 39R. 3) 8th Air Force medical officer tunic of the 113th Tunic is size 37R and in excellent condition. 4) Officer's wool shirt with Major rank to the shoulder 5) WWII US Army Air Corps 15th Air Force 1st Lt. Navigator Uniform jacket named to William F. Perske O-1880148 with a reproduction set of Navigator Wings in Sterling 6) WWII Navigator uniform that is named to Lt. Pantis and is size marked 40R with original set of Sterling Wings with a purple heart, air medal and ETO ribbon with 1 star. Also has a matching set of trousers with shirt 7) East German uniform with a DRL badge and Wach-Rgt. F. Dzierzynski cufftitle

WWII NAZI GERMAN & POST SOVIET PAPER W MEDALS

Lot #700 (Sale Order 766 of 896)

Military Ephemera lot to include 1) WWII Sheet of Adolf Hitler 3 mark Stamps 2) Time Magazine April 27 1942 - Fuhrer's Laval 3) Several Third Reich Stamps of Envelopes including one sent to a SS Standartenfuhrer Fritz Flohrstedt 4) Reproduction NSDAP membership card framed 5) Soviet award document and medal 6) WWII Nazi German stamp booklet 7) Heiratsurkunde or Marriage Certificate dated 1944 8) Sonderausweis Special Pass dated 1942 8) Pressed Paper Für Deutsch Sowjetische Freundschaft Sign 9) Pressed Paper Sign ASV 10) Reproduction lot of 6 medals

MILITARY LOT INCLUDING BAYONETS BUGLE WWII SHOES

Lot #701 (Sale Order 767 of 896)

Military lot to include 1) Two Swiss 1957 Bayonets with Scabbards 2) US Regulation Bugle 3) British Bugle with tassels 4) Plastic Shell Holder 5) WWII US Officer's Brown Leather Shoes size 6A 6) WWII US Officer's neck tie

MILITARY LOT FIELD GEAR SHOVELS MAP SET & TRUMPET

Lot #702 (Sale Order 768 of 896)

Lot to include 1) Cased 1920s-30s Commander Fred Gretsch Trumpet, Mother of PEARL Tips with Art Deco design in serviceable condition. 2) WWII Nazi German Map Accessory Pouch 3) Collection of 5 modern Sam Browne Belts and 1 WWII Canvas US Belt. 4) WWII Nazi German Tourniquet 5) Post WWII German field syringe 6) West German and Soviet Belt Buckles 7) Soviet Admiral Shoulder Boards 8) Heel Plates and Toe Caps for combat boots 9) 1964 German Entrenching Tool 10) US 1945 Dated Entrenching tool and cover 11) 4 German Helmet Chinstraps all Reproductions

WWII NAZI GERMAN CIGARETTE CARD ALBUM BOOK LOT 3

Lot #703 (Sale Order 769 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Cigarette Card Album Lot to include 1) ADOLF HITLER CIGARETTE CARD BOOK. (Buch) A 25cm x 31.5cm, hardcover, one hundred thirty five page book. "Adolf Hitler" is stamped in gold, Gothic lettering to the textured orange front cover and white spine themselves, with the spine also featuring a mobile swastika and the circled numerals "15." All of the gilt has worn away from the lettering to the spine, which also shows heavy damage as it has pulled away from the front cover. All of the images in the book are complete, and include one hundred and ninety seven, glued-in, black and white photographs, five, glued-in, color reproductions of Hitler’s early watercolors, two, integral, full page black and white photographs, and an integral full page color reproduction of a painting of Hitler, which serves as the frontispiece. Among the authors of the various articles are Joseph Gobbels, Julius Schreck, Robert Ley, Albert Speer, Fritz Todt, Baldur von Shirach, and Julius Schaub. All of the pages are age yellowed, but otherwise intact. 2) "DEUTSCHLAND ERWACHT" BOOK. Roughly 32cm x 24cm, one hundred fifty-two page, hardcover book, with title, "Deutschland Erwacht", (Germany Awakens), and profile of a NSDAP member in kepi cap impressed in gilt and superimposed over a subdued swastika and oak-leaf pattern to front cover. Book was originally published in 1933, shortly after Hitler’s ascension to power and is subtitled, "Werden, Kampf und Seig der NSDAP", (Origin, Struggle and Victory of the NSDAP). As the subtitle suggests the book examines the origins, subsequent struggles and growth and final electoral victory of the NSDAP. Book is divided into thirty-three chapters and contains over two hundred forty black and white photographs and illustrations including a six page pull-out panoramic photograph of NSDAP personnel at a rally in 1933. Photos and illustrations reinforce the information given in the text. Photos show all the notable political dignitaries of the period including, Hitler, von Hindenburg, Hermann Göring, Josef Goebbels, Rudolf Hess, NSKK leader Adolf Hühnlein. DAF leader Dr. Robert Ley, HJ Leader Baldur von Schirach, and others as well as uniformed SS personnel including Heinrich Himmler and Sepp Dietrich, SA, HJ & BDM, NSKK, and DAF personnel. Book is one of the "cigarette album" type with the photos being glued in place. Pages show light age yellowing but are all intact. Book comes complete with original printed paper slip cover which features a full black and white photo of uniformed and helmeted SS personnel carrying "Deutschland Erwache" standards. Of Special Note: This is at least the second edition of this book, published after the purge of SA-Stabschef Ernst Röhm on June 30TH 1934. The original edition of the book had photos and text regarding Röhm, that are absent from the second and all other subsequent printings. 3) "DEUTSCHLAND ERWACHT" BOOK. Roughly 32cm x 24cm, one hundred fifty-two page, hardcover book, with title, "Deutschland Erwacht", (Germany Awakens), and profile of a NSDAP member in kepi cap impressed in gilt and superimposed over a subdued swastika and oak-leaf pattern to front cover. Book was originally published in 1933, shortly after Hitler’s ascension to power and is subtitled, "Werden, Kampf und Seig der NSDAP", (Origin, Struggle and Victory of the NSDAP). As the subtitle suggests the book examines the origins, subsequent struggles and growth and final electoral victory of the NSDAP. Book is divided into thirty-three chapters and contains over two hundred forty black and white photographs and illustrations including a six page pull-out panoramic photograph of NSDAP personnel at a rally in 1933. Photos and illustrations reinforce the information given in the text. Photos show all the notable political dignitaries of the period including, Hitler, von Hindenburg, Hermann Göring, Josef Goebbels, Rudolf Hess, NSKK leader Adolf Hühnlein. DAF leader Dr. Robert Ley, HJ Leader Baldur von Schirach, and others as well as uniformed SS personnel including Heinrich Himmler and Sepp Dietrich, SA, HJ & BDM, NSKK, and DAF personnel. Of Special Note: This is at least the second edition of this book, published after the purge of SA-Stabschef Ernst Röhm on June 30TH 1934. The original edition of the book had photos and text regarding Röhm, that are absent from the second and all other subsequent printings. All pages intact.

MILITARY HEADGEAR LOT US GERMAN RUSSIAN WWII COLD

Lot #704 (Sale Order 770 of 896)

Military headgear lot to include 1) West German Luftwaffe Visor Hat size 60 and dated 1991. 2) WWII US Army Officer Visor Hat heavily worn with moth damage 3) Soviet Union 1991 dated visor hat 4) WWII US Army Officer Visor Hat missing leather sweatband by Dobbs 5) Two West German 1990's Berets both size 57 6) Soviet Union Camouflage fatigue cap 7) Three Garrison caps including two Officers 8) Two Reproduction Camo Waffen SS Covers

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT OFFICER'S JACK BOOTS

Lot #705 (Sale Order 771 of 896)

Nice quality, tall, blackened leather construction boots are roughly, 40cm tall from the top of the heel to the top of the back calf section. The boots have a machine stitched, central, vertical, seam to the reverse. The boots have stacked leather heels and forward soles. Interior pull tabs complete. The boots are approximately size 11. Nice tall boots! Besides the helmet, the tall, blackened leather boot is probably one of the most instantly recognizable items of the German military. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms including footwear and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army's Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO's could choose to purchase their footwear from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase footwear of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their footwear from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately manufactured footwear although the price may have been restrictive. Of Note: The German's concern with leather shortages was evident as early as September 1939 when issue of the traditional tall leather marching boot was restricted to personnel serving in the field. Regulations in November 1939 shortened the tall leather marching boot in an attempt to conserve leather. Additional regulations in August 1940, introduced the canvas gaiters to be worn with the short lace up ankle boots, and issued to all second line troops in a further effort to conserve leather. By 1941 the short lace up ankle boots and gaiters were issued to all new recruits in place of the marching boot as a cost and leather saving technique. By 1943 with increased leather shortages the gaiter's and lace up ankle boots were issued in ever larger quantities and production of the tall marching boots was discontinued altogether.

KRIS STYLE BLADE SIDE KNIFE W INLAYED EBONY HANDLE

Lot #706 (Sale Order 772 of 896)

Early Kris blade side knife measuring 11 inches in total length with a ebony wood handle with nickel silver inlays. Leather scabbard having a nickel silver throat but is missing the button. Very good

MILITARY HELMET LOT US GERMAN RUSSIAN SWISS DANISH

Lot #707 (Sale Order 773 of 896)

Helmet lot to include 1) Front Seam swivel Bail M1 Helmet Shell with Chinstraps in good condition 2) M40 painted Tan Nazi German Helmet with partial liner by ET64 with a lot number of 878. 3) Spanish Modelo Z Helmet with liner and chinstrap, copied the basic German M-42 design. Made in Spain after WWII. Used condition 4) French 1986 Dunois Military Army Commando Paratrooper Helmet with Liner and Chinstrap 5) Rear Seam M1 Swivel Bail Vietnam Era Helmet and Liner in Excellent Condition. 6) Rear Seam M1 Swivel Bail Vietnam Era Helmet and Liner and Camo Cover in Excellent Condition. 7) East German Cold War Era Helmet, Liner and Chinstrap 8) German Helmet Liner, Norwegian reissue with Chinstrap 9) Russian Cold War Helmet, Liner and Chinstrap. 10) Swiss Army Helmet 1940’s era original Army Helmet. 11) Swedish Cold War era Helmet with Liner and Chinstrap 12) French 1950's Helmet Liner Complete 13) M1 Helmet Liner Vietnam period with A frames cut

WWII NAZI REPRO FALLSCHIRMJÄGER GRAVITY KNIFE

Lot #708 (Sale Order 774 of 896)

reproduction of the "gravity knife" carried by German Flying personnel, including Paratroopers (Fallschirmjäger) in WWII. Officially known as the Fliegerkappmesser (Fliers folding knife) these were designed as a general purpose survival/ utility knife for pilots, air crew and paratroopers. There were two main variants, the early "Type 1" which did not break down, and the "Type 2" that one could disassemble and trouble shoot if it became jammed. Our reproductions are of the latter which is more popular with collectors. These are markedly improved over the previous models- these now have the correct steel pins on the handles, and the overall fit and finish is superior. However, the parts still will NOT interchange with originals. The blade slides into the handle (as opposed to folding like a pocket knife) and there is an awl designed to help untangle shroud lines. A U shaped swivel at the end allows a "dummy cord" to be attached. To open the blade, the thumb latch is unlocked and pushed forward while holding the knife point facing down- it is not spring loaded/ assisted- gravity alone operates the blade. Closing is the opposite.

WWII JAPANESE SILK RISING SUN NATIONAL FLAG WW2

Lot #709 (Sale Order 775 of 896)

WWII Japanese silk flag having a rising sun flag to the center measuring 14 1/2 X 12 inches in excellent condition.

GERMAN BEER STEIN LOT OF 3 ULRICH RUDEL WW2

Lot #710 (Sale Order 776 of 896)

Collection of steins to include 1) Cobalt Blue & Gray Hofbrauhas Munchen Tankard Beer Stein. Tankard measures 4 3/4" in height and the base measure 3 7/8". The exterior bottom of the tankard has the following information: "Wekara" "13 5411". Imprinted on the lip of the tankard are the numbers "05l" 2) Minatare Hofbrauhas beer stein measuring 2 inches. 3) Commemorative beer stein for Ulrich Rudel

WWII NAZI GERMAN ADOLF HITLER MEDAL DAF BADGE NSKK

Lot #711 (Sale Order 777 of 896)

WWII Nazi German insignia lot to include 1) Cased Adolf Hitler 1933 - Unser Die Zukunft: Obverse: Ours is the future - head of Adolf Hitler; reverse: 1933 - Jahre deutscher Schicksalwende (The German turning point year), German eagle breaking it's chain. Commemorating Jan 30 1933, the date Hitler became Reichs Chancellor. Bronze, 36 mm, scarce, light wear. 2) 1934 Pattern Political Cap Eagle. Second pattern (1934), die stamped, alloy, national eagle clutching an oak-leaf wreath which encompasses an embossed, canted swastika on a recessed black painted background field. The left facing eagle features extended, pointed wing tips with a roughly 51mm wingspan. Reverse of the eagle is a mirror image of the obverse. Reverse still has all three soldered attachment prongs intact. Unmarked. Nice example. 3) NSKK Driver's Badge. Die-struck alloy first pattern spread-winged eagle clutching a wreathed, mobile swastika in its talons, against a six-spoked wheel with both prongs to the reverse. 4) DAF Visor Hat Badge. A vertical oval cap badge, 53mm tall, framed with a gilt washed metal, rope-like surround. Its cloth center features the machine woven DAF emblem of a mobile swastika within a fourteen-toothed cog above a spray of oak leaves, all in golden-yellow on a black base. Reverse is embossed an RZM logo and "No 53". Both of its original attachment prongs are intact. 5) DAF Officer's Cap Wreath. DAF Officer's aluminum Cap Wreath. Prongs intact to reverse. "RZM" marked to back "M1/24". 6) Unknown German medal in the form of a Maltese Cross with a flor de lis to the center of each arm of the cross with a canted swastika to the center.

21- BRITAINS GAS MASK SOLDIERS

Lot #712 (Sale Order 778 of 896)

Nice set of 21 Britains Gas Mask Soldiers. All in great condition. 2 1/2" Excellent

PEOPLES ARMY OF VIETNAM BATTLE FLAG 1967 BANNER

Lot #713 (Sale Order 779 of 896)

31" x 41" red cotton flag with gold tassel trim. Slight damage to the front. Good - Very Good

MILITARY HELMET LOT WWII CANADIAN US VIETNAM

Lot #714 (Sale Order 780 of 896)

Both helmets are all original and in excellent condition.

WWII REPRO NAZI GERMAN RED CROSS HELMET W/ LINER

Lot #715 (Sale Order 781 of 896)

WWII M35 German Nazi helmet by ET64 indicating the maker Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, size 64 and is from lot number 3771. The liner is a Czech replacement with a reproduction chinstrap. The exterior has been repainted white and a red cross decal has been added. The first "modern" steel helmets were introduced by the French army in early 1915 and were shortly followed by the British army later that year. With plans on the drawing board, experimental helmets in the field, ("Gaede" helmet), and some captured French and British helmets the German army began tests for their own steel helmet at the Kummersdorf Proving Grounds in November, and in the field in December 1915. An acceptable pattern was developed and approved and production began at Eisen-und Hüttenwerke, AG Thale/Harz, in the spring of 1916. These first modern M16 helmets evolved into the M18 helmets by the end of WWI. The M16 and M18 helmets remained in usage through-out the Weimar Reichswehr era and on into the early years of the Third Reich until the development of the smaller, lighter M35 style helmet in June 1935. In an effort to reduced construction time and labor costs minor modifications were introduced in March 1940 resulting in the M40 helmet. Further construction modifications were undertaken in August 1942 resulting in the M42 helmet. Originally the Third Reich national tri-color helmet decal was introduced on March 14TH 1933 for wear on the left side of the helmet to replace the Reichswehr era state shield insignia. Regulations of February 17TH 1934 introduced the Wehrmacht eagle decal and the national tri-color decal was shifted to the right side of the helmet with the Wehrmacht eagle decal positioned on the left hand side. Regulations of March 21ST 1940 dictated that the national tri-color decal was to be removed from all helmets and further regulations of August 28TH 1943 abolished the Wehrmacht eagle decal and dictated that it was also to be removed from all helmets although the directives were not completely adhered to.

WWII NAZI GERMAN REPRO FLAG MAUSER PISTOL BADGE

Lot #716 (Sale Order 782 of 896)

WWII Reproduction lot to include 1) WWII Small NSDAP flag that is size marked 50X90 on the bunting in excellent condition 2) Denix WWII 1896 Mauser Broomhandle Replica Pistol Synthetic Grips in excellent condition 3) Wound Badge in Silver Legion Condor Spain

WWII NAZI REPRO SS HONOR DAGGER BUCKLE SKULL WW2

Lot #717 (Sale Order 783 of 896)

WWII Reproduction lot to include 1) Cased SS Honor Dagger with Himmler presentation to the reverse of the blade. This piece was produced in the 60's by a firm named Marto. 2) SS Visor Hat Skull and Eagle of aluminum, The skull is marked M5/8 while the Eagle is marked 40 3) SS Enlisted Marked Belt Buckle that is maker marked A&S

WWII REPRO NSDAP POLE TOP & FIRE BRIGADE MEDAL WW2

Lot #718 (Sale Order 784 of 896)

WWII Reproduction lot to include 1) NSDAP POLITICAL FLAG POLE FINIAL. A polished aluminum flag pole finial, in the form of an eagle whose outstretched wings have a span of 24cm and which clutches a wreathed, mobile swastika in its talons. The obverse of the swastika is painted in black enamel. 2) CASED GERMAN THIRD REICH 1ST CLASS FIRE BRIGADE BADGE. 1st Class Fire Brigade badge. The reverse is maker marked 'W Kolwitz Bergedorf M9/72'. Has a wide vertical pin back. Two-piece nickel construction with enamel. In very good condition.

WWII NAZI JAPANESE BAYONET CAMP KNIFE LOT WW2

Lot #719 (Sale Order 785 of 896)

Grouping of 4 edged weapons to include 1) (IJA) INFANTRY "TYPE 30" BAYONET. Toyada Jido Shokki example. The pommel’s button functions perfectly. The contoured wrap around wooden grips are fixed with two rivets. The hooked double cross guard has a circular muzzle guide. The 40cm fullered, bright blade is in nice condition. The first pattern sheet metal scabbard, with a ball tip, retains about most of its original bluing now turning plumb. Decent example. 2) WWII Nazi German lot of two Hitler Youth Knives to include 1) WWII NAZI GERMAN HITLER YOUTH KNIFE. Later pattern HJ camp knife has a roughly, 5 1/8", (13 cm), long, drop forged, steel construction, single edged, non-fullered, nickel/silver plated, blade and a full length, including the hilt of roughly, 9 1/4", (23.6 cm). The blackened leather washer is missing. The tooled steel construction hilt features a single, up-swept, cross guard arm and a stylized eagle head pommel. The knife has molded, black, diamond grooved, bakelite grips with dual, small, dome headed, alloy retaining rivets fully intact. The obverse grip has an imbedded enameled and silver washed alloy HJ diamond. The HJ diamond features red enamel top and bottom quarters and white enamel side quarters with a central, canted, black enamel swastika. The diamond has the correct translucent red enamel with a pebbled field visible underneath. The knife comes with it’s original magnetic sheet metal scabbard. Straps and snap are all missing. 3) K98 COMBAT BAYONET. Roughly 25cm long, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers. Blade retains a good portion of it's original blueing. Maker marked "S 177G". 4) POST WAR CAMP KNIFE. Camp knife has a roughly, 5 1/8", (13 cm), long, drop forged, steel construction, single edged, non-fullered, nickel/silver plated, blade and a full length, including the hilt of roughly, 9 1/4", (23.6 cm). The blackened leather washer is missing. The tooled steel construction hilt features a single, up-swept, cross guard arm and a stylized eagle head pommel. The knife has molded, black, diamond grooved, bakelite grips with dual, small, dome headed, alloy retaining rivets fully intact. The obverse grip has an imbedded silver washed alloy diamond.

WWII JAPANESE RISING SUN SILK FLAG 29X36 WW2

Lot #720 (Sale Order 786 of 896)

World War Two Japanese rising sun flag. Silk construction in excellent condition with no rips or tears. corner tabs still present. MINT

WWII NAZI GERMAN ATHLETIC BELT W/ BUCKLE WW2

Lot #721 (Sale Order 787 of 896)

WWII Nazi German Turnerbund belt and buckle all in excellent condition. The emblem adorned on the buckle is made up of four “F”s, a reference to the Turnerbund motto “Frisch, Froh, Fromm und Frei” – Fresh, Happy, Pious and Free. The belt and buckle is a fantastic example worn before and during WWII by members of the German Athletic Association, the “Turnerbund.” The front of this buckle bears the Turnerbund cross emblem. This buckle shows some extremely minor age toning, but no actual wear, and remains in near mint condition. All of the original detail is present to the emblem and pebbling on the front of the buckle. The reverse of this Turnerbund buckle is smooth, with the stamped cross emblem visible in reverse. There is a soldered brass catch, and a plated prong bar for attaching the buckle to a belt; both are intact and functional. It would be tough to find a better example of a Turnerbund belt buckle. The leather belt also in excellent condition measuring 80cm and is unmarked.

WWII GERMAN CROSS IN GOLD CASED 1957 VERSION WW2

Lot #722 (Sale Order 788 of 896)

Cased in silvered and gilded tombac, fine quality, 64.5mm, multi piece construction, in mint condition. These (denazified) awards were issued by the Federal Republic of Germany in 1957 for Veterans wear (as WWII awards were not allowed for wear) and awarded only to the German Veterans entitled to such awards during the War; production of these awards ceased in 1986.

WWII US JAN#1 UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA BOOK WW2

Lot #723 (Sale Order 789 of 896)

Title: JAN#1 Uniforms and Insignia: A Joint Army and Navy publication prepared by the Military Intelligence Service and the Division of Naval Intelligence having a large amount of colored images of French, Turkish, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and German Forces Publisher: J.A.N. #1 Division of Naval Intelligence Identification and Characteristics Sect Publication Date: 1943 Binding: Trade Paperback Edition: First Edition.

WWII US PATRIOTIC HONOR ROLL PLAQUE ARMY NAVY WW2

Lot #724 (Sale Order 790 of 896)

Patriotic Composite Honor Roll Plaque measuring 14 X 14 1/2 inches with a Federal Eagle to the top resting on the top of the World flanked by a Army Soldier and a Navy Sailor surrounded by a Tank, Machine Gun, Airplane and Ship. Plaque is still housed in the original cardboard box. Mint

WWII MILITARY INSIGNIA MUSETTE BAG BERET WW2

Lot #725 (Sale Order 791 of 896)

WWII military lot to include 1) Musette Bag still having strong color 2) Small grouping of patches to include Chevrons and shoulder sleeve insignia 3) WWII Grand Luxe Pure French Beret

WWII US MILITARY INSIGNIA BADGE WINGS LOT WW2

Lot #726 (Sale Order 792 of 896)

WWII insignia to include 1) General's rank sterling star and is the smaller version for the overseas cap. 2) WWII Air Crew Wings by Gemsco and are in Sterling 3) WWII Air Crew Wings 4) WWII Army Air Corps Sweetheart wing and prop device with heart shaped locket that opens to place two small photos in. The pin is in Sterling 4) WWII US Army Officer's Cap Device by Amcraft 5) WWII Rifle Marksman Award Badge 6) WWII US Army Good Conduct Medal with Two Victory Medal Ribbon Bars 7) Three US Collar Devices 8) Honorable Discharge cardboard badge 9) Turn of the Century Police Wreathed Cap Badge

WWII USN SARD MK21 BINOCULARS W/ ISSUE CASE WW2

Lot #727 (Sale Order 793 of 896)

Cased set of Sard by Square D Mark 21 binoculars. In overall good used condition, these seemed to focus well and appear quite clear with a nice wide view. Comes in the original hard case, case shows wear but is solid.

WWII AVIATION ART PRINTS BY CHARLES H HUBBEL WW2

Lot #728 (Sale Order 794 of 896)

WWII collection of 21 Art prints by famed artist Charles H. Hubbel. The lithographs measure 17 X 14 inches with planes that include 1) Nakajima Navy "02" Torpedo Bomber (Jill) - Japanese 2) Mitsubishi Navy "01" Bomber (Betty) - Japanese 3) Messerschmitt ME-410 Fighter - Bomber - German 4) Messerschmitt ME-262 Jet - Propelled Fighter - German 5) Nakajima Army "02" Fighter (Tojo) - Japanese 6) Mitsubishi Navy "0" Fighter (Zeke) - Japanese 7) Junkers Ju-188 All-Purpose Bomber - German 8) Focke-Wulf JW-190 Fighter - German 9) Heinkel HE-177 Heavy Bomber - German 10) Kawasaki Army "03" Fighter (Tony) - Japanese 11) The Flying Tigers 12) Shangri-La to Tokyo 13) The New Burma Road 14) Sighted Sub, Sank Same 15) "Butch" O'Hare 16) Battle of Midway 17) Colin Kelly 18) Bombers over Benghazi 19) Marines Over the Solomons 20) Caught at Kiska 21) Caribbean Rescue HUBBELL, CHARLES HERMAN (1 Nov. 1898-7 Oct. 1971) was one of the most recognized the commercial aviation artists in the country. He created over 500 paintings, many of which are part of the WESTERN RESERVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY's Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum collection. Born in LAKEWOOD to Herman and Elizabeth (Kunitz), Hubbell attended public schools, graduating from Lakewood High School in 1916. He attended Hiram College (1916-1918) before joining the Naval Air Service during WORLD WAR I. Stationed in Buffalo, N.Y. Hubbell redesigned experimental planes at the Curtiss airplane factory. In 1919 Hubbell began painting in watercolors. He enrolled in the Cleveland School of Art, graduated in 1923 and, by 1924, was exhibiting his work in group shows. Hubbell became a licensed pilot in 1927, later flying many of the aircraft he painted. In 1928 he switched to oils and, in 1930, began the first of many one-man exhibitions. In 1934 Hubbell was commissioned by Fred Crawford, chairman of Thompson Products, to paint past winners of the Thompson Trophy Air Race. Hubbell started his own free-lance commercial studio in 1935 and created a calendar series published by Thompson/TRW (1937-1972), with Hubbell remaining as TRW's free-lance artist until 1969. In 1939 Hubbell wrote and illustrated Famous Planes and Pilots and Record Breakers of the Air. He founded the Thompson Gallery of the Air in Euclid, and his works are represented at the Smithsonian Institution, Air Force Academy and Truman Museum. Hubbell was twice married. In 1923 he married Ethel Pease (divorced 1951). They had two sons, Gordon and Roger. In 1954 Hubbell married Cora Kelly. He was a member of Lakewood Christian Church and is buried in Lakewood Park Cemetery.

FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH OF SHIP CHARLES W. KOTCHER

Lot #729 (Sale Order 795 of 896)

Framed black and white photograph of CHARLES W. KOTCHER (1908, Bulk Freighter) measuring 19 1/4 X 14 1/4 inches. Bulk Carriers were Vessels built or converted to handle bulk cargoes on the Great Lakes.

WWII JAPANESE SOUVENIR ITEMS IODINE FLAG BOOKS

Lot #730 (Sale Order 796 of 896)

WWII Japanese artifacts lot to include 1) White Silk Pop Chute for a Pilot Parachute that is nicely maker marked in excellent condition. 2) Two paperback periodicals with the larger one having many photographs of several types of aircraft 3) Large purple box filled with 10 vials of Iodine 4) Two piece black Bakelite scalpel nicely marked to the exterior. 5) Chewing gum twist top plastic tube 6) Japanese Sergeant Major Rank Tab 7) Miniature Japanese Naval Flag measuring 7 X 5

1943 COCA COLA US ARMY NURSE CORPS CALENDAR WW2

Lot #731 (Sale Order 797 of 896)

Calendar has a few minor areas of wear, but overall is in excellent condition!! Comes with photos of each calendar page. Calendar measures 13 in x 20 in.

WWII P-38 REARVIEW MIRROR W/ D-day CONNECTION WW2

Lot #732 (Sale Order 798 of 896)

WWII US P-38 Rearview Mirror with the following inscription 302 M.P.E.G. Co. East Red Normandy Beach VED-May-7-45 July-5-1944 Got Mirror From P-38 Fed-9-44 Started Frome USA Feb-19-44 Landed In England June-6-44 Landed In France D day History Constituted 6 January 1942 in the Army of the United States as the 302d Prisoner of War Escort Company. Activated 10 February 1942 at Camp Upton, New York. Converted and redesignated 7 May 1942 as the 302d Military Police Escort Guard Company. Inactivated 15 December 1945 at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey

US M1 HELMET W/ AMMO BELT OF 250 ROUNDS 7.62 X 51

Lot #733 (Sale Order 799 of 896)

Lot to include 1) M1 complete helmet with liner dated to 1893 2) Large belt of 250 blank cartridges of 7.62 X 51 fired LC 69 Headstamp

US MILITARY FIELD GEAR LOT BACKS MESS KIT COVERS

Lot #734 (Sale Order 800 of 896)

Lot of Military items to include 1) WWII Duffel Bad named to a soldier 2) 1951 dated carry bag made of waterproof material 3) Canvas carry bag 4) Marine Corps Pack 5) M1951 Parka Hood 6) Canvas Leggings 7) M1936 Combat Suspenders 8) WWII M1 Rifle Ammo Belt 9) WWII M1 Rifle Ammo Belt 10) Korean War Pistol Belt 11) Cantee3n cover 12) 1945 suspender pads 13) 1983 dated woodland Camo Cover. 14) Two military packs 15) 1945 dated mess kit with utensils 16) .45 US shoulder holster in brown leather

MILITARY FIGHTING KNIFE LOT US SWISS BRITISH

Lot #735 (Sale Order 801 of 896)

Large lot military knives to include 1) Swiss M1957 Bayonet & Scabbard with Leather Frog in excellent condition. 2) AK-47 Bayonet with Scabbard 3) Yugo AK47 Bayonet M70 with Scabbard 4) WWII US Army M1 shortened Bayonet with USM8 Scabbard 5) WWII US Army M1 shortened Bayonet with USM8A1 Scabbard. 6) British Spike Bayonet with Scabbard 7) British Spike Bayonet with Scabbard 8) Civilian Survival Fighting Knife with Scabbard 9) Two Steak Knives 10) Stainless Steel Throwing Knife in Scabbard 11) WWI reproduction US M1918 Brass Knuckle Knife with Scabbard 12) Large Pakistan made Bowie Knife 13) British Sheffeld Machete with canvas scabbard 14) Large Pakistan made Bowie Knife

SHEFFIELD ENGLAND FAIRAIRN FIGHTING KNIFE SCABBARD

Lot #736 (Sale Order 802 of 896)

Fairbairn Sykes 3rd pattern fighting knife with 18cm blade stamped 'H Cooper Sheffield England', overall length 29.5cm, in leather scabbard

MILITARY LOT GRENADE CIVIL WAR WALLET WINGS

Lot #737 (Sale Order 803 of 896)

Military lot to include 1) Post WWII Practice Grenade 2) Royal Navy Petty Officers Cap Badge. 3) Royal Air Force Bullion Wings 4) Civil War Period Brown Leather Wallet 5) War Savings Bonds folio with Nazi Post Cards

LOT OF MILITARY HOLSTERS FROM WWII TO CURRENT

Lot #738 (Sale Order 804 of 896)

Military holster lot to include 1) WWII Nazi German .32 Black Leather Holster marked DRGM 2) Black Sears marked M1911 ,45 Holster 3) Reproduction Nazi holster marked nka 43 4) WWII Italian Beretta Holster 5) Nazi Hi-Power Holster in rough condition 6) 1960s P-38 German Holster 7) US Army .45 M1911 Shoulder Holster marked Boyt 8) 1960s German Black Leather Holster for a .32 pistol 9) MP black M1911 holster by Graton & Knight 1943 dated 10) 1983 dated brown leather Russian holster 11) CZ82 holster 12) Tokarev tt-33 Holster 13) Tokarev tt-33 holster 14) Small brown leather holster for roughly a .32 pistol 15) Two Civilian holster

WWII US ARMY .45 M1911 HOLSTER LOT OF TWO WW2

Lot #739 (Sale Order 805 of 896)

Lot of two US M1911 .45 Holsters that are both maker marked to Sears and Milwaukee Saddlery Co. 1942. Other are in excellent condition.

WWII US ARMY RIFLE GRENADE INERT WW2

Lot #740 (Sale Order 806 of 896)

M9A1 anti-tank rifle grenade That has been demilled. Manufactured in metal, disassembled into two parts, color olive green. Used by US Army in World War II and in excellent condition

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP MEMBER'S ARMBAND WW2

Lot #741 (Sale Order 807 of 896)

A red cotton armband, upon which is sewn an approximately 9cm diameter white disk, with a black multi piece mobile swastika. Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika armband. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design.

MASSIVE FIELD MANUAL LOT FROM WWII TO PRESENT WW2

Lot #742 (Sale Order 808 of 896)

Massive lot of Field and Tech Manual covering all aspects of military duties. Lot has well over 50 manuals

WWII Thru 1980s US ARMY FIELD GEAR LOT

Lot #743 (Sale Order 809 of 896)

US Military lot to include 1) WW1 US Grenade Vest 2) WWII US Military folding entrenching tool 3) US Military folding entrenching tool 4) US Military folding entrenching tool with Camo Cover 5) US Military folding entrenching tool with Green Cover 6) Alice First Aid Kit with Pouch 7) Nylon Ammunition carrying Vest size Large 8) Two Mossy Oak Stock Ammunition Carriers 9) Air Force Oxygen Bottle with Carry Sleeve 10) Molle SOS Sustainment Pouch lot of two 11) Molle 11 Pouch Radio Carrier 12) M2 Muzzle Covers lot of 4 13) Emergency Signal Beacon 14) Five Carrying Slings 15) Hip Pack 16) Bipod Holster 17) M1 Muzzle Cover 18) Camo Mosquito Net 19) Cold Weather Helmet Liner 20) WWII Pickomatic carrier and wood Handle 21) Black Powder Leather Possible Bag 22) Three rubberized pouches 23) 1 Quart Fuel Container

WWII Thru VIETNAM GRENADE LOT AND LAUNCHERS WW2

Lot #744 (Sale Order 810 of 896)

Large lot of ordnance to include 1) Recoilless shell in cardboard tube 2) Seven Grenade Launcher Sights Cased 3) Two Grenade tube or canisters 4) Two Practice Rifle Grenades 5) Yellow Smoke Grenade 6) 5 Grenade Launcher devices 7) Vietnam Era Grenade fuze lot both practice and dewat active components 8) 16 grenade bodies of various models 9) Incomplete Grenade launcher sights

MILITARY FLASHLIGHT PARTS & ACCESSORIES

Lot #745 (Sale Order 811 of 896)

Lot of military flashlight and parts to include 1) US Military TL122 Flashlight lot of three with parts 2) Military vehicle lamp 3) 6 USN survival flashlights 4) Maglite flashlight with assorted parts 5) MX-993/U Flashlight with assorted parts 6) Various flashlight parts and batteries

WW1 WWII VIETNAM & LATER EDGED WEAPON LOT

Lot #746 (Sale Order 812 of 896)

Military edged weapon lot to include 1) US M4 Bayonet by Case with no scabbard 2) US M7 Bayonet by Milpar with no scabbard 3) US M5A1 Bayonet by Milpar with no scabbard 4) US M5A1 Bayonet by Milpar with USM8A1 Scabbard with well used blade 5) Sterile US M5A1 Bayonet with no scabbard 6) US shortened .03 Rifle Bayonet with USM8 Scabbard 7) USM4 Bayonet by Case with USM8A1 scabbard with torn strap 8) Three Maxam sheathed knives 9) M1 Rifle bayonet that has been shortened with USM8 Scabbard 10) M1 chromed shortened bayonet missing handle grips and crossguard 11) M1 shortened bayonet missing handle grips in USM8A1 Scabbard 12) M1 shortened bayonet missing handle grips in USM8A1 Scabbard 13) USM4 bayonet by Utica missing grips and scabbard 14) Four Reproduction US 14 inch long bayonet scabbards 15) US M5A1 Bayonet by Milpar with no scabbard 16) M1 shortened bayonet with leather scabbard with heavily worn blade 17) Two Task Force multi purpose knives in canvas scabbards 18) Two Poler multi purpose knife in canvas scabbard 19) USM4 Bayonet by KI missing grips 20) RIA 1918 14 inch bayonet with blade alteration 21) US Ontario Knife Machete in black plastic scabbard 22) Three Machete scabbards 23) US Ontario Knife Machete in green plastic scabbard 24) 1944 True Temper Machete missing grips in modern green scabbard 25 Various grips for bayonets

BRITISH MILITARY POUCH LOT WW1 WWII thru 1980s

Lot #747 (Sale Order 813 of 896)

Large lot of British pouches to include 1) Lot of Two British 1980s dual SABO magazine Pouches 2) Lot of Two British 1980s SABO magazine Pouch 3) P37 Bren Magazine Pouch lot of 5 4) WWII British Bren Gun Spare Barrel Scabbard Pouch 5) Canadian Leather Scabbard Frog 6) .44 Cal brass bullet mold 7) .44 Cal brass bullet mold

WWII NAZI GERMAN LOT NAVY RATE SHOOTING AWARD WW2

Lot #748 (Sale Order 814 of 896)

WWII Nazi German lot of two items to include 1) Roughly 51mm diameter, one piece die struck alloy award with a painted finish and multi-colored work. Award features a stylized, red Tyrolean eagle, with green laurel leaves flanking its head. Eagle is clutching a white target with canted swastika. Target is flanked by embossed, red, date "1942" with embossed script to bottom, "Wehrmann", (Small Caliber). Original pin back device is intact. 2) Coastal Artillery NCO'S Career Sleeve Insignia. The insignia consists of a roughly, 85mm tall, 65mm wide, vertically oval, navy blue wool base with a metal, flaming, winged, artillery shell superimposed on a vertical anchor in bright.

WWI AUSTRO HUNGARIAN IMPERIAL DRESS SWORD WW1

Lot #749 (Sale Order 815 of 896)

World War One era Austrian-Hungarian Officer’s Sword with a classically ornate half-basket guard with traces of original that has gilt finish over brass, and just a touch of patina near the buffer pad. There is a very nice Austro-Hungarian Empire double-headed eagle coat of arms on the guard bowl. The wire “shark skin” grips are intact and in nice shape. The WWI nickel-plated unmarked blade still retains a nice finish to it and bears only a few minor cosmetic spots. Overall length: 37 1/2”

LARGE NAVAL ENSIGN OF THE SOVIET UNION FLAG

Lot #750 (Sale Order 816 of 896)

Large cotton Soviet Naval Ensign and on the bunting it says "FLAGM NAT'L, USSR, ENSIGN COTTON, 5' x 10' CONTRACT NO. 7029-77 8345-00-408-5277 DEFENCE PERSONNEL SUPPORT CENTER". Flag has minor staining mostly old tape residue. Excellent. The Soviet Navy Military Maritime Fleet of the USSR was the naval warfare uniform service branch of the Soviet Armed Forces. Often referred to as the Red Fleet, the Soviet Navy made up a large part of the Soviet Union's strategic planning in the event of a conflict with the opposing superpower, the United States, during the cold war period between the two countries. The influence of the Soviet Navy played a large role in the events involving the Cold War (1945-1991), as the majority of conflicts centered around the American-led NATO alliance in western Europe or power projection to maintain its sphere of influence in eastern Europe. The Soviet Navy's organizational structure was divided into four major fleets: the Northern, Pacific, Black Sea, and Baltic Fleets, in addition to the Leningrad Naval Base, which was commanded separately. The Soviet Navy also had a smaller fleet, the Caspian Flotilla, which operated in the Caspian Sea and was followed by a larger fleet, the 5th Squadron, in the Middle East. The Soviet Navy included Naval Aviation, Naval Infantry, and the Coastal Artillery. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Russian Federation inherited the largest part of the Soviet Navy and reformed it into the Russian Navy, with smaller parts becoming the basis for navies of the newly independent post-Soviet states.

SOVIET UNION NAVAL FLAG OR ENSIGN LOT OF 2

Lot #751 (Sale Order 817 of 896)

Lot of two Soviet Naval Flags 1) Large wool Broad pennant of task forces commanders of the Soviet Union measuring 16 X 80 inches Excellent. 2) Small wool Broad pennant of the senior naval chief at the roadstead measuring 17 X 10 1/2 inches. Excellent The Soviet Navy Military Maritime Fleet of the USSR was the naval warfare uniform service branch of the Soviet Armed Forces. Often referred to as the Red Fleet, the Soviet Navy made up a large part of the Soviet Union's strategic planning in the event of a conflict with the opposing superpower, the United States, during the cold war period between the two countries. The influence of the Soviet Navy played a large role in the events involving the Cold War (1945-1991), as the majority of conflicts centered around the American-led NATO alliance in western Europe or power projection to maintain its sphere of influence in eastern Europe. The Soviet Navy's organizational structure was divided into four major fleets: the Northern, Pacific, Black Sea, and Baltic Fleets, in addition to the Leningrad Naval Base, which was commanded separately. The Soviet Navy also had a smaller fleet, the Caspian Flotilla, which operated in the Caspian Sea and was followed by a larger fleet, the 5th Squadron, in the Middle East. The Soviet Navy included Naval Aviation, Naval Infantry, and the Coastal Artillery. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Russian Federation inherited the largest part of the Soviet Navy and reformed it into the Russian Navy, with smaller parts becoming the basis for navies of the newly independent post-Soviet states.

SOVIET UNION NAVY FLAG LOT OF TWO ENSIGN

Lot #752 (Sale Order 818 of 896)

Lot of two Soviet Union Naval Flag lot to include 1) Naval ensign of the Soviet Union made of wool measuring 32 X 48 inches and is in excellent condition. 2) Broad pennant of senior commander at the roadstead measuring 10 X 48 inches and in excellent condition The Soviet Navy Military Maritime Fleet of the USSR was the naval warfare uniform service branch of the Soviet Armed Forces. Often referred to as the Red Fleet, the Soviet Navy made up a large part of the Soviet Union's strategic planning in the event of a conflict with the opposing superpower, the United States, during the cold war period between the two countries. The influence of the Soviet Navy played a large role in the events involving the Cold War (1945-1991), as the majority of conflicts centered around the American-led NATO alliance in western Europe or power projection to maintain its sphere of influence in eastern Europe. The Soviet Navy's organizational structure was divided into four major fleets: the Northern, Pacific, Black Sea, and Baltic Fleets, in addition to the Leningrad Naval Base, which was commanded separately. The Soviet Navy also had a smaller fleet, the Caspian Flotilla, which operated in the Caspian Sea and was followed by a larger fleet, the 5th Squadron, in the Middle East. The Soviet Navy included Naval Aviation, Naval Infantry, and the Coastal Artillery. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Russian Federation inherited the largest part of the Soviet Navy and reformed it into the Russian Navy, with smaller parts becoming the basis for navies of the newly independent post-Soviet states.

SOVIET UNION FLAG & PENNANT LOT OF TWO NAVY LENIN

Lot #753 (Sale Order 819 of 896)

Lot of two Soviet Union Flag and pennant lot to include 1) Flag of task force commander made of wool measuring 25 X 40 inches and in excellent condition. 2) Small silk flag measuring 10 X 16 inches for farm production with a side profile of Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, better known by his alias Lenin. Excellent The Soviet Navy Military Maritime Fleet of the USSR was the naval warfare uniform service branch of the Soviet Armed Forces. Often referred to as the Red Fleet, the Soviet Navy made up a large part of the Soviet Union's strategic planning in the event of a conflict with the opposing superpower, the United States, during the cold war period between the two countries. The influence of the Soviet Navy played a large role in the events involving the Cold War (1945-1991), as the majority of conflicts centered around the American-led NATO alliance in western Europe or power projection to maintain its sphere of influence in eastern Europe. The Soviet Navy's organizational structure was divided into four major fleets: the Northern, Pacific, Black Sea, and Baltic Fleets, in addition to the Leningrad Naval Base, which was commanded separately. The Soviet Navy also had a smaller fleet, the Caspian Flotilla, which operated in the Caspian Sea and was followed by a larger fleet, the 5th Squadron, in the Middle East. The Soviet Navy included Naval Aviation, Naval Infantry, and the Coastal Artillery. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Russian Federation inherited the largest part of the Soviet Navy and reformed it into the Russian Navy, with smaller parts becoming the basis for navies of the newly independent post-Soviet states.

US NAVAL JACK 48 STAR FLAG US NAVY SHIP FLOWN

Lot #754 (Sale Order 820 of 896)

WWII US Naval Jack made of wool measuring 52 X 82 inches and is double sided with separately applied stars and was used July 4, 1912 – July 3, 1959. The bunting is marked 6 2 in several places with fraying on the fly otherwise excellent For most of U.S. history, the primary jack design has been the blue canton with stars (the "union") from the U.S. national ensign. The blue fielded, white-starred jack is referred to as the Union Jack, not to be confused with the Union Jack of the United Kingdom, which has the same name but a different design. Like the U.S. ensign, the number of stars on the jack correspond with the number of constituent states the U.S. has. Rules for flying the jack are similar to the national ensign, except that the jack is only flown at the bow when the ship is anchored, made fast or alongside. From September 11, 2002, the U.S. Navy made use of the so-called First Navy Jack. However, the standard U.S. jack (i.e. 50 white stars alternative in columns of four and five defacing a blue field) continued to be used as the jack by vessels of U.S. federal agencies such as the U.S. Coast Guard, the Military Sealift Command and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Corps and by U.S. civilian ships and by U.S. yachts. The majority of the U.S. Navy's warships returned to using the U.S. Union Jack on June 4, 2019. The jack is flown from the jackstaff from 08:00 to sunset while U.S. Navy ships are moored or at anchor. It is required to be the same size as the union of the ensign being flown from the stern of the ship. It is also flown from the yardarm during a general court-martial or court of inquiry. During times when the ensign is at half mast, the jack is also at half mast. The jack is hoisted smartly and lowered ceremoniously in the same manner as the ensign, however the jack is not dipped when the ensign is dipped. Some other exceptions to the use of the U.S. Union Jack have occurred in the case of the U.S. Navy, the most prominent being the use of the First Navy Jack by the U.S. Navy in honor of the U.S. founding's bicentennial and for other uses subsequently. For example, following the Bicentennial, in August 1980, use of the First Navy Jack was granted to the active commissioned ship having the longest total period of front-line operational service, said use to be in place of the Union Jack until that ship was decommissioned or transferred to inactive status, whereupon the next such ship in seniority inherits the honor of its use. This use is limited to the oldest "commissioned" naval vessel (i.e., an all-military United States Ship [ship prefix USS] versus a part-military/part-civilian crewed United States Naval Ship [ship prefix USNS]) in front-line operational service. On June 3, 1999, the Secretary of the Navy also authorized the flying of the Submarine Centennial Jack on all U.S. Navy submarines and submarine tenders during 2000. On February 21, 2019, the Chief of Naval Operations directed that U.S. Navy warships fly the U.S. jack again beginning on June 4, 2019. The oldest active U.S. warship flies the First Navy Jack; that ship has been USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) since 2014.

WWII US NAVY ENSIGN US AMERICAN FLAG 48 STAR LOT

Lot #755 (Sale Order 821 of 896)

WWII Massive 48 Star American Flag Ensign measuring 100 X 200 inches and is in very good condition considering its use, size and age with minor damage to the fly. The flag was produced by the Valley Forge Flag Co. Excellent. Also in the lot is a modern 50 nylon American Flag that measures 5 .14 X 9.77and is in near mint condition.

WWII US AMERICAN FLAG LOT OF 2 USN ENSIGN WW2

Lot #756 (Sale Order 822 of 896)

WWII US Navy Ensign and US flag lot of two, both being 48 star flags. 1) The first is marked Valley Forge Flag Co. ENSIGN measuring 60 X 118 inches with damage to the fly and moderate staining. 2) Flag measuring 58 X 96 inches with several period repairs as seen in the photos

LOT OF CIVIL WAR THRU WWII BULLET COLLECTION

Lot #757 (Sale Order 823 of 896)

Large collection of miscellaneous shells and fuzes dating from the Civil War to WWII of various calibers including a Burnside and Spencer carbine bullets. Very Good

CIVIL WAR CANISTER SHOT & GRAPESHOT LOT ARTILLERY

Lot #758 (Sale Order 824 of 896)

Collection of canister and grapeshot and pieces of artillery shells from the Civil War. There are 13 pieces of Grape and 9 pieces of canister shot with two other pieces of shrapnel mostly dug.

COLLECTION OF MILITARY AMMO KRAG .45 CALIBER BALL

Lot #759 (Sale Order 825 of 896)

Collection of various live shells and magazines including 1) WWII US Military .45 box of shells that has the full compliment 2) WWII US Military .45 box of shells that has 9 shells 3) 33 Wood blank .30 Krag Rifle shells 4) 5 blank cartridges for the .03-A3 rifle 5) BAR Magazine with corrosion to the side of the box maker marked S 6) M1 Carbine magazine maker marked MN

TURN OF THE CENTURY AFRICAN LEAF SPEAR

Lot #760 (Sale Order 826 of 896)

Turn of the century African Leaf Head Spear measuring 50 1/2 in excellent condition with a wonderful patina

INDIAN WARS ARTILLERY CAPE FOR OVERCOAT

Lot #761 (Sale Order 827 of 896)

A six button eagle buttoned front artillery cape for the dismounted overcoat. Made of blue wool with a red wool lining with minor mothing to the interior. Excellent

AMERICAN RADIATOR & STANDARD SANITARY CORP BLANKET

Lot #762 (Sale Order 828 of 896)

Large gray wool blanket with black stripe from the American Radiator & Standard Sanitary Corporation Bond Plant from the first Aid Department dating to the turn of the 20th Century in excellent condition. Foundation The American Radiator company was formed in 1892 from the Detroit Radiator Company, the Michigan Radiator & Iron Manufacturing Company, and the Pierce Steam Heating Company of Buffalo. The company was headed by Joseph Bond, (of Pierce Steam Heating Co.), as President, Charles Hodges, (of Detroit Radiator) as Treasurer, and Clarence Woolley (of Michigan Radiator) as Secretary. The company made a profit of $400,000 in its first year, but was subsequently affected by an economic depression (see also Panic of 1893). In 1894, Mr. Woolley convinced the other officers of the company to pay his way to Europe, whereupon he booked the sale of $50,000 worth of cast iron radiators for the Swiss capitol. This was the start of the company's entry into the European market. By the following year, the company had established a branch in London, England. The company began manufacturing in several west European countries, starting in 1898 and continuing into the 1920s. The company was successful in the United States and European markets, and attracted the attention of J.P. Morgan. Morgan helped the firm to combine most of the radiator manufactories in the US. [2] In 1899, the company was re-incorporated under the same name, absorbing the St. Louis Radiator Manufacturing Company, and the Standard Radiator Manufacturing Company of Buffalo, and the radiator business of the Titusville Iron Company (Pennsylvania). After the death of Mr. Bond in 1902, Mr. Woolley, at age 39, succeeded him as President and Chairman of the Board. The American Radiator Building was constructed in New York in 1924. In the 1920s the company added several manufacturing plants in the US, as well as expanding a distribution network. Successor In 1929 the Standard Sanitary Manufacturing Company consolidated with the American Radiator Company to form the American Radiator and Standard Sanitary Corporation, which evolved in 1967 into today's American Standard Companies.

1926 US NAVY PHOTO LOT WITH PUPPY MASCOT

Lot #763 (Sale Order 829 of 896)

Two 1920's US large formatted US Navy photos lot to include 1) 7thyy Com. US Naval Training Station Newport R.I. and is dated Sept. 1, 1926 measuring 32 X 10 1/2 inches and is in the original frame in excellent condition. 2) Photo shows a grouping of Navy sailors from the same time period and wearing their Mills Cartridge Belts with a Chief proudly sitting in the front center along with their puppy. Photo measures 17 1/2 X 14 inches with minor water damage to the lower right as seen in the photos.

US MILITARY LOT CONFEDERATE SPAN AM KEPI HORNS

Lot #764 (Sale Order 830 of 896)

Early American military items to include 1) 1880's enlisted federal kepi that is heavily worn missing the chinstrap with moth damage primarily to the lower edge of the cap. there is a makers name to the interior but is difficult to read. Leather sweatband is still present 2) 1880's US Army Officer's belt buckle in solid brass with a Federal Eagle to the center. 3) Confederate tagged leather strap taken from the battle field with antique black metal tag 4) Leather braided with metal studs strap 5) Unknown leather pouch with unit markings. 6) Two small antique black powder horns

VIETNAM ERA AMMO POUCHES M3 GREASE GUN CARBINE +

Lot #765 (Sale Order 831 of 896)

Vietnam era collection of ammo pouches to include 1) M3 Grease Gun 30 round 3 cell ammo pouch with DSA 100-4479 8465 - 577-4915 in excellent condition. 2) M3 Grease Gun 30 round 3 cell ammo pouch with DSA 100-4479 8465 - 577-4915 in excellent condition. 3) M3 Grease Gun 30 round 3 cell ammo pouch very good condition. 4) Pocket Ammunition Magazine Pouch for the M-14 Rifle dated 1967. Excellent 5) Dual Ammunition Magazine Pouch for Carbine. Excellent 6) Dual Ammunition Magazine Pouch for Carbine dated 74. Excellent 7) Camo Dual Ammunition Magazine Pouch for Carbine dated 50. Excellent

WWII US ARMY EPHEMERA LOT MANUALS BOOKLETS WW2

Lot #766 (Sale Order 832 of 896)

Collection of ephemera to include 1) Our Enemy JAPAN by Wilfrid Fleisher Fighting Forces Series booklet in excellent condition 2) How The JAP Army Fights An Infantry Journal by Penguin Special. Excellent Condition 3) Soldier's Guide to the JAPANESE ARMY Booklet with folded corners but very good. 4) The JAP SOLDIER booklet with torn cover 5) JAPANESE PARACHUTE TROOPS published in 1973 6) Japanese propaganda leaflet "Expect every Joe to do his duty" very good 7) A short Guide to Great Britain booklet very good 8) Here is Paris booklet Excellent Condition 9) Complete Organization Divisional Insignia booklet very good condition 10) St. Merryn & its Bays by Stanley Old very good 11) Information For Soldiers Going Back To Civilian Life Excellent 12) Soldier's New Testament from WW1 excellent 13) A Pocket Reference Guide ARMY NAVY MARINE CORPS INSIGNIA booklet excellent 14) Army Song Book Excellent 15) Attack Story of the 35th Division booklet 16) How To Shoot The US Army Rifle by the Infantry Journal booklet. Excellent 17) Evasion And Escape Field Manual dated 1958 Excellent 18) Survival Field Manual dated 1957 excellent 19) Ration Book Holder 20) 10 Cent Stamp Album 21) This Message Was Sent by General Mac Arthur to the Emperor of Japan KISS MY ASS pamphlet 22) Anti FDR pamphlet Excellent 23) American Red Cross map of Paris 24) Orientation Map of Paris Excellent 25) My Shield of Prayer Locket Excellent 26) My Shield of Prayer Locket Excellent

WWII JAPANESE INSIGNIA FLAG AMMO LOT WW2

Lot #767 (Sale Order 833 of 896)

WWII Japanese lot of insignia and field gear to include 1) WWII JAPANESE NATIONAL RISING SUN WAR FLAG. A silk rising sun Japanese battle flag is a printed flag measuring approximately 26 x 36. Nice untouched example. 2) WWII Japanese T92 Machine Gun 7.7MM Ammo Stripper Clips 30 Rounds 3) WWII Japanese T92 Machine Gun 7.7MM Ammo Stripper Clips 30 Rounds 4) WWII Japanese Gas Mask with straps. 5) WWII Japanese Armband with metal mum to the center 6) White silk and oilcloth brassard measuring 14 1/4 X 3 1/4 inches 7) Red and yellow cloth armband 8) Collection of enlisted collar insignia and metal ID tag 9) Reproduction Japanese national rising sun flag measuring 38 X 56 inches

WWII US MILITARY LOT W/ HELMETS INSIGNIA PATCHES

Lot #768 (Sale Order 834 of 896)

US Military lot to include 1) Son In Service flag measuring 21 X 35 inches 2) Various chevrons and US Navy rates 3) Post War reworked M1 helmet with no liner 4) Post War reworked M1 helmet with complete liner 5) WWII US Navy Donald Duck Cap 6) White Civil Defense Helmet with Liner and Chinstrap

LARGE LOT OF 42 MILITARY & CIVILIAN HOLSTERS WW2

Lot #769 (Sale Order 835 of 896)

Holster lot to include 1) 1970s Black leather 1911 .45 holster 2) Small leather holster for a .32 pistol 3) Reproduction P38 leather holster 4) USAF marked black leather holster 5) Tan leather .45 shoulder holster for the 1911 6) Original .45 1911 holster marked 6) Tan leather .45 shoulder holster for the 1911 marked CATHEV ENT INC 7791527 7) Reproduction 1911 .45 holster marked US Sems 43 8) Swiss military marked leather holster 9) Tan leather .45 shoulder holster for the 1911 marked Eglen Leather Products Inc 7791527 10) 1911 black leather holster marked Cathey Enterprises 7791466 11) Signal Flare Holster for the MK 5 12) 1911 Boyt 44 dated .454 holster 13) Uncle Mikes Sidekick Nylon Holster size 3 14) CE Case Co.. holster GLKXXL 15) Bianchi green universal military holster 16) Black tooled leather holster by Brauer Bros marked BP-36W 17) US Military Holster marked US by J.M. Bucheimer CO.. and dated 1968 18) Smith & Wesson brown leather holster marked 21 26 19) Yugoslavian Military Flare Holster 20) Bianchi brown leather holster for S&W K58 21) Shoulder harness for a 1911 holster 22) Black reproduction P08 holster 23) WW1 US 1911 .45 holster 24) US Military Holster marked US by J.M. Bucheimer CO.. and dated 1967 25) Small .32 brown leather holster 26) Small black leather holster by Viking 27) Black leather holster for revolver 28) Smith & Wesson revolver holster by SafariLand 29) USAF Survival black leather holster 30) USAF Survival black leather holster 31) USAF Survival black leather holster 32) USAF Survival black leather holster 33) Small black leather holster marked Hunter 34) Small black leather holster by Viking 35 Black leather holster marked 007-44YLH 1095-00-400-6806 36 Two small pocket knife scabbards 37) Black 1911 US military shoulder holster 38) WWII US 1911 holster Graton & Knight Co. 1943 39) Brown USAF Survival Holster 40) Tan leather .45 holster for the 1911 41) Tan leather .45 shoulder holster for the 1911 42) Black leather Shoulder Holster marked Western MFG. Co. S.F. Calif. 1095-714-2700

US MILITARY FIELD GEAR LOT BINOCULARS CANTEENS

Lot #770 (Sale Order 836 of 896)

Large lot of field gear to include 1) US Green Plastic canteen dated 1968 2) US Green Plastic canteen dated 1968 3) US Green Plastic canteen dated 1967 4) US Green Plastic canteen and cup dated 1967 and carrier 5) WWI US military canteen by B.A. CO dated 1918 6) WWII US military Canteen by A.G.M. 1942 dated 7) US Canteen Cup marked US10 SLH 8) Green canteen and cover 9) Civilian Aluminum Mess Kit 10) Civilian Aluminum Mess Kit 11) Randall's Adventure & Training School of Survival mess kit 12) Randall's Adventure & Training School of Survival mess kit 13) Randall's Adventure & Training School of Survival mess kit 14) US Heat Stove marked US 91 Gould Metal 15) Small aluminum cooking pot 16) Filter for Chemical Mask M13A2 Still Sealed dated 1980 17) Filter for Chemical Mask M13A2 Still Sealed dated 1973 18) Eating utensils wit P38 can openers 19) Emergency Flashlight 20) Radiological Dosimeter Charger 21) M17 Gas Mask with Carrier 22) US Carrying Case Barrel 7791009 23) US M1 Cleaning Kit with Canvas carrier 24) US Small arms Cleaning Kit is Case with Brushes 25) US 1917 dated 03 Rifle Cleaning Kit 26) Exact Level Bridge 1943 Dated in Leather carrier 27) Exact Level Bridge 1943 Dated in Leather carrier 28) Universal Camera Corp. 1942 dated binoculars in leather carrying case with clear optics

WWII THRU VIETNAM US MILITARY POUCHES WW2

Lot #771 (Sale Order 837 of 896)

Large lot of military pouches and field gear to include 1) 6 MP .38 Cal cartridge pouches 2) Lot of 4 M1 Carbine ammunition clip pouches 3) Lot of 4 .45 Magazine Pouches 4) WWII 1943 Shotgun belt 5) WWII US Army Pistol Belt 6) Lot of 3 SAW Molle Pouches 7) Lot of four M14 Single Cell Magazine Pouches 8) Lot of two double stack magazine pouches for M14 Rifle 9) Lot of Three First Air Pouches 10) Lot of 4 M16 20 Magazine Pouches M1956 11) Civilian .38 Cartridge Pouch 12) 1962 dated 1911 magazine pouch in leather 13) Lot of six .45 magazine pouches 14) Lot of two M1 Carbine Magazine Pouches 15) Civilian quad magazine pouch 16) Civilian dual magazine pouch 17) Single Ammo Magazine Pouch lot of 10 18) 1919 dated RIA Pedersen Device Pouch 19) Miscellaneous civilian slings 20) WWII Pistol Belt 21) Japanese made US Pistol Belt

US MILITARY PATCH AND BERET LOT SPECIAL FORCES

Lot #772 (Sale Order 838 of 896)

Lot of US military patches including Post War Vietnam patches as well as other Special Forces insignia and patches. Also in the grouping is a US Maroon Beret with a set of jump wings to the center of the flash.

VIETNAM WAR TANK CREW HELMET MODEL T-56-6

Lot #773 (Sale Order 839 of 896)

This is a very nice US Vietnam War Combat Vehicle Crewman (CVC) Helmet model T56-6. These Helmets were worn by crewmen aboard Tanks and other Combat Vehicles. The Helmet comes complete with headphones built in and adjustable microphone, which are attached to the correct ISC Telephonics Model SA-1552/G Transceiver mounted on the left side of the helmet. Excellent

IRAQI CAPTURED FIELD GEAR LOT HELMETS INSIGNIA

Lot #774 (Sale Order 840 of 896)

Iraqi military lot to include 1) Iraqi Green M80 Helmet Iraq OIF Desert Storm Bringback complete with liner and full chinstrap. 2) Iraqi Green M80 Helmet Iraq OIF Desert Storm Bringback complete with liner and partial chinstrap. 3) Iraqi Army & Republican Guard Soldier Folding Shovel. Has Iraqi Military Symbol Stamped into Spade head. 4) Iraq OIF War Bringback Green Canteen with Cups 5) Iraq OIF War Bringback Survival kit canister 6) Iraqi First Aid Scarf showing a soldier how to administer Aid to a wounded soldier. 7) Iraqi Cap Insignia lot of 10 8) Iraqi Bath Party Card and propaganda leaflets 9) 8 Iraqi Officers shoulder straps. 10) Iraqi National Flag 11) Iraqi Beret 12) Iraqi Ak-47 Ammo Pouch 13) Iraqi Scope pouch with contents minus scope

USAF AIR FORCE TYPE G-4A G SUIT SIZE MEDIUM BOX

Lot #775 (Sale Order 841 of 896)

USAF Anti G suit G-4A used during the early 50s during the Korean Conflict and is in medium blue and in mint condition. The suit is housed in the original bag and outer cardboard box and is absolutely mint size Medium Regular.

WWII NAZI MEDICAL INSTRUMENT THERMOMETER LOT OF 2

Lot #776 (Sale Order 842 of 896)

Large formatted mercury filled thermometers with their Examination certificate's with corresponding serial numbers to the certificate's. The thermometer measures 14 1/2 inches long and both are in excellent condition and dated 1940 with a Wehrmacht Eagle on each of them

USMC AVIATOR GROUPING WWII THRU POST OXYGEN MASK

Lot #777 (Sale Order 843 of 896)

Collection of aviation items including 1) Type A13 oxygen mask that is still supple. 2) Personal effects of ephemera belonging to 2nd Lt. Paul Raymond Rezen USMCR including manuals and maps, Japanese currency and cut orders. 3) Airplane level and light 4) Half of a first aide kit container 5) WWII Aviation Goggle Case by American Optical

REPRO WWII GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE MINIATURE DAGGER

Lot #778 (Sale Order 844 of 896)

This repro Kriegsmarine miniature dagger measures 8 inches long with a bright blade marked Germany. Scabbard shows wear to the gilding but overall excellent.

WW2 NAZI & US BOX LOT OF MILITARY CANTEEN GASKMASK

Lot #779 (Sale Order 845 of 896)

Military lot to include 1) 1935 US Cavalry canteen cover by J.Q.M.D in faded but otherwise good condition. 2) German gas mask M1930 with a canister for civil defense. 1938 mask 3) Standard issue, 1 1/2 liter capacity, tooled natural aluminum construction mountain troops and medical personnel’s canteen and a blackened leather harness with alloy fittings. The roughly, 8 3/4" tall, 6 1/2" wide, 3 1/4" thick, vertically oval, tooled, natural aluminum construction canteen 4) Small glass picture from from Fort Benning Ga. measuring 4 1/2 X 6 inches.

WWII REPRO NAZI GERMAN TROUSERS VISOR HAT BADGE

Lot #780 (Sale Order 846 of 896)

Reproduction military items to include 1) German Condor Legion Tank Badge 2) Allgemeine SS Officer's Visor Hat that someone has died the white piping red. Cap is missing the skull as well 3) Extra Large straight leg Wehrmacht trousers

SPAN AM & VFW WALKING STICK LOT OF TWO

Lot #781 (Sale Order 847 of 896)

Two walking sticks lot including 1) Green walking stick measuring 36 inches long with the text United States Spanish American War Veteran's Denver Colo. Green For Commander-In-Chief 1929 2) Wood walking stick measuring 34 1/2 inches tall and is from the 1933 VFW National Convention held in Chicago. The walking stick has a beer Barrel and a orange and green cup the catch the beer.

WWII US CIGARETTE LIGHTERS LOT OF 7 VIETNAM

Lot #782 (Sale Order 848 of 896)

Collection of seven military lighters to include 1) WWI Imperial German Trench Light with Gott Mit Uns to both sides with an Imperial Crown. 2) Bullet shaped Trench Lighter that still functions perfectly 3) Imco's Foxhole Trench Lighter in unused condition 4) Zippo made Vietnam lighter from 1968-69 with a map of Vietnam to the Reverse and to the obverse a dog getting friendly with a child's pull toy 5) USS Loeser lighter made by Bowers 6) 101st Airborne lighter with the inscription Diplomats And Warriors with the Screaming Eagle with a set of Master Jump Wings to the reverse and the obverse has a map of Vietnam. This lighter was produced by Tradesman 7) Zippo US 1st Army cigarette lighter with a DI from the 74th Infantry Regiment

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN CURRENCY & JAPANESE SCRIPT

Lot #783 (Sale Order 849 of 896)

Large collection of Japanese military script and WWI era Reichsmarks roughly 100 bill in total with some being heavily circulated

WWII US ARMY T HANDLE SHOVEL LOT OF 2 WW2

Lot #784 (Sale Order 850 of 896)

WWII US T Handled trench shovels lot of two. Both are well worn and shows heavy use. One is marked US on the tine while the other is not marked at all. Both roughly measure 21 1/2 inches but are still very serviceable

LOT OF MISC. MILITARY ITEMS PATCHES GUN PARTS

Lot #785 (Sale Order 851 of 896)

Lot of military to include 1) Rabbit lined flight helmet that is white cotton fabric that rabbit fur lined. 2) two early shells that are loaded 3) US Navy survival light 4) 52 various patches from WWII thru modern times. 5) Two wooden forearms to military rifles.

LOT OF KU KLUX KLAN EPHEMERA

Lot #786 (Sale Order 852 of 896)

Includes hard bound "The Clansman" by Thomas Dixon, sheet music for the "Ku Klux Steppin' Blues" by Billy O. Newton and Harry L. Alford, a ribbon which employs coded language to denote a KKK event which reads "Kan you Kome to the King of all Karnivals? Grand Rapids Michigan, Oct 26 - 29. Lastly a repring of a booklet titled The Ku Klux Klan by Annie Cooper Burton. Originally published in 1916. Good.

VIETNAM ERA FLIGHT SURGEON NAMED BEER STEIN

Lot #787 (Sale Order 853 of 896)

Vietnam Era named beer stein to a light surgeon named Nancy Lipnos who was a member of the 86th Fighter Interceptor Wing and was purchased while she was stationed in Germany. The front of the stein has the crest of the 86th with a pair of gilded Flight Surgeon Wings beneath it. The stein is topped with a sabre jet and is in very good condition. Cold War Air Defense The squadron was redesignated the 86th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron and activated in November 1952 at Youngstown Municipal Airport,[1] where it replaced the federalized 166th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron,[5] which was released to the Ohio Air National Guard. As an element of Air Defense Command (ADC) it was responsible for air defense of the Great Lakes area, initially with the Republic F-84 Thunderjets it inherited from the 166th. Three months later ADC reorganized it dispersed fighter bases and the 86th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron was assigned to the 502d Air Defense Group, which assumed control of ADC operational and support elements at Youngstown. In July the squadron upgraded to radar equipped and rocket armed North American F-86D Sabres at Youngstown. In August 1955 ADC implemented Project Arrow, which was designed to bring back on the active list the fighter units which had compiled memorable records in the two world wars. At Youngstown, the squadron's World War II headquarters, the 79th Fighter Group assumed the personnel and equipment of the 502d Air Defense Group, which was simultaneously inactivated. In September 1957 the 86th traded its Sabres for AIM-4 Falcon armed Convair F-102 Delta Dagger aircraft equipped with data link for interception control through the Semi-Automatic Ground Environment system. The Air Force transferred command of Youngstown MAP from ADC to Continental Air Command on 1 March 1960 and the 79th Fighter Group and its components inactivated that date.

VIETNAM ERA MARINE CORPS PILOT GROUPING W BAG

Lot #788 (Sale Order 854 of 896)

Vietnam era grouping consisting of a flight bag named to A S Jones O93209 USMC with functioning zippers. Inside the bag is the following 1) Waterproof clothing bag 2) Poncho Liner marked 4 3) Marine Corps marked overseas cap size 6 3/4 4) Marine Corps khaki shirt by Creighton 5) Khaki Marine Corps officers trousers 6) 32 inch khaki web belt

BAYONET LOT TRAPDOOR MARTINI HENRY BAYONET LOT

Lot #789 (Sale Order 855 of 896)

Lot of two bayonets to include 1) M1876 MARTINI-HENRY BRITISH BAYONET. Martini-Henry socket bayonet with British markings. These were designed to fit the .450" caliber Martini-Henry Single-Shot Rifle made famous during the Zulu Wars. 22 inch blade length. Good 2) US MODEL 1873 BAYONET FOR THE TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD. A blued, 46cm (18") long, tapering triangular blade with fullers to all three sides with the blade marked "U.S." The socket is approximately 7.6cm (3") long. Included is the rolled, sheet metal scabbard with frog and swivel loop. A very nice example.

WWII JAPANESE / BRITISH BAYONET LOT WW2

Lot #790 (Sale Order 856 of 896)

WWII bayonet lot to include 1) TYPE 30 BAYONET WITH SCABBARD MATSUSHITA KINZOKU ARSENAL. WWII Straight-Guard Imperial Japanese Army Type 30 Arisaka bayonet with scabbard showing use and minor sharpening to the blade 2) WWII SMLE No.4 MKII SPIKE BAYONET WITH SCABBARD. WW2 standard issue spike bayonet. Steel forged socket fitted to round steel spike blade. For use with No 4 MK2 SMLE Enfield Rifle and Sten Mark V submachine gun. Hard to Find. Marked " No 4 MK II".

WWII US OSS WAR MOVEMENT POSTER LOT OF 29 WW2

Lot #791 (Sale Order 857 of 896)

Lot of 29 maps measuring 17 X 18 inches each, prepared during WWII by the Branch of Research and Analysis, OSS and are marked Restricted, entitled "The European Fronts: Week Ending..." for the following weeks: 17 July, 1944 5,12 and 19th September 1944 24 October 1944 21 November 1944 12, 19 and 26 December 1944 2,9,16,23, 30 January, 1945 6,13,20 and 27th February 1945 6,13,20 and 27 March 1945 3,10,17 and 24 April 1945 1,8, and 15th May All are excellent

WWII ERA BLACK MILITARY SHAKO W/ LINER WW2

Lot #792 (Sale Order 858 of 896)

WWII Era Military Academy Shako. Pressed felt body with patent leather top, visor and chinstrap. Brass Eagle front plate, visor trim and chinstrap buttons. Complete with white pompon. Black leather liner is in excellent condition and is size marked 7 1/4

WWII US ARMY MACHETE BY ONTARIO KNIFE CO. WW2

Lot #793 (Sale Order 859 of 896)

WWII US Machete by Ontario Knife Co. and is US marked with an overall size of 24 inches with an excellent blade and a green canvas scabbard. Bakelite grips are also without damage.

WW1 M1907 BRITISH BAYONET 1917 DATED MKI WWI

Lot #794 (Sale Order 860 of 896)

WW1 British M1907 Bayonet with Scabbard Dated 1918 in very good condition. Design The Pattern 1907 bayonet consisted of a one-piece steel blade and tang, with a crossguard and pommel made from wrought iron or mild steel, and a wooden grip usually of walnut secured to the tang by two screws. The entire bayonet was 21 3/4 inches (550 mm) long and weighed 16 1/2 ounces (470 g), although the weight of production models varied from 16 to 18 ounces (450 to 510 g). Originally the bayonet featured a hooked lower quillion, intended to be used to trap and snap enemy bayonets when grappling, this was later deemed impractical and replaced with a simpler design from 1913, often unit armorers subsequently removed the hooked quillion when the bayonet went for repair, although there is no evidence that this was officially directed. The Pattern 1907 bayonet's blade was 17 inches (430 mm) long, it had a shallow fuller that was machined into both sides of the blade to save weight and add strength, the fuller was 12 inches (300 mm) long that extended to within 3 inches (76 mm) of the tip. The Pattern 1907 bayonet was supplied with a simple leather scabbard flitted with a steel top-mount and chape, it was usually carried from the belt by a simple frog. The Pattern 1907 bayonet attached to the SMLE by a boss located below the barrel on the nose of the rifle and a mortise groove on the pommel of the bayonet. The combined length of the SMLE and Pattern 1907 bayonet was 5 feet 2 inches (1.57 m). Markings Official marks were stamped onto the Pattern 1907 bayonet's ricasso. On British manufactured bayonets the right side included an 'X' bend-test mark, a broad arrow government acceptance mark, and one or more Royal Small Arms Factory appointed inspector's marks, on the left side was the date of the bayonet's official inspection and the maker's name and the reigning monarch's crown and royal cipher, 'ER' (Edward Rex) and after 1910 'GR' (George Rex). Indian bayonets were marked similarly to British bayonets except the royal cipher read 'GRI' (George Rex Imperator) and the manufacturer's mark was 'R.F.I.' (Rifle Factory Ishapore). Australian bayonets differed in the manufacturer's marks, with 'Lithgow' (Lithgow Small Arms Factory), 'MA' (Mangrovite Arsenal) and 'OA' (Orange Arsenal). The wooden grips of World War II era Australian bayonets were often marked 'SLAZ' for Slazenger, who made the grips during that war. History When the British military adopted the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle and its barrel was shortened to 25.2 inches (640 mm), 5 inches (130 mm) shorter than the preceding Magazine Lee-Enfield. British military strategists were fearful that the British infantryman would be at a disadvantage when engaged in a bayonet duel with enemy soldiers who retained a longer reach, bayonet fighting drills formed a significant part of a contemporary British infantryman's training, soldiers were drilled in various stances and parrying techniques against an enemy also armed with rifle and bayonet. The combined length of the SMLE and the in-service Pattern 1903 bayonet and its 12-inch (300 mm) blade was 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 m), shorter than the contemporary French Lebel Model 1886 and bayonet at 6 feet (1.8 m) and the German Mauser 1898 at 5 feet 10 inches (1.77 m) and bayonet. In 1906–7 the British Army conducted trials to find a new longer standard issue bayonet, experiments were conducted with a number of foreign bayonet designs, including a modified version of the American Model 1905 bayonet and the Japanese Type 30 bayonet. The trials resulted in the British Army adopting its own version of the Type 30 bayonet, the new design was designated Sword bayonet, pattern 1907 (Mark I) and was officially introduced on 30 January 1908. Approximately 5,000,000 Pattern 1907 bayonets were made in Britain during World War I, the makers were Wilkinson Sword, Sanderson Brothers & Newbould Ltd, James A. Chapman, Robert Mole & Sons and Vickers Ltd, additionally Remington UMC produced approximately 100,000 during the war. The Pattern 1907 bayonet was manufactured in India from 1911 to 1940 at the Rifle Factory Ishapore and in Australia from 1913 to 1927 then again between 1940 and 1945 at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory, Mangrovite Arsenal and Orange Arsenal. The Pattern 1907 bayonet was adopted by most of the British Commonwealth along with the SMLE, it saw broad front line service until 1945, seeing service in both World War I and World War II, it remained in Australian and Indian service for some time after 1945. In 1926 the 1907 bayonet was reclassified as the 'Bayonet, No.1, Mk.1'

WW1 M1917 A.C.CO BOLO KNIFE W/ SCABBARD 1918 DTD

Lot #795 (Sale Order 861 of 896)

M1917 Bolo Knife14 3/4" overall, nice markings and dated on both sides of blade. Blade is marked U.S. MOD. 1917 C.T. to the obverse A.C.CO CHICAGO 1918. Original scabbard is present but is missing the cover. Very Good

WWII NAZI GERMAN HEER MESS HALL PLATE WW2 1939 DTD

Lot #796 (Sale Order 862 of 896)

Roughly 24cm diameter, white glazed stoneware construction mess hall dinner plate. The bottom of the plate is well marked with black, print under glaze with a Heer eagle also has the black, print under glaze, manufacturers name, and dated for 1939". Nice clean example.

WWII NAZI GERMAN MESS HALL ITEMS SS REICH MARKED

Lot #796a (Sale Order 863 of 896)

WWII Mess hall items to include 1) Coffee Cup marked SS REICH 1936 by Bauscher Weiden on the bottom. 2) Fire glazed white stoneware salad plate marked to the bottom Bauscher Weiden with the cogged wheel of the DAF. 3) Aluminum cup Luftwaffe cup marked to the bottom and is dated 1942.

WWII NAZI GERMAN COFFEEPOT HEER ARMY MESS HALL WW2

Lot #796b (Sale Order 864 of 896)

Here is a great mess hall coffee server as used by German troops in 1940. The piece is by the firm of Heinrich. This porcelain was the toughest chinaware ever developed for military use. A soldier could drop this service piece from the dining table and the chances are good that it would not even break. The most sought-after items of this nature were the large pieces such as this coffeepot. The plates and dishes are far-more common, but it’s all getting scarce today. This one in absolute good condition but has a cracked and chipped lid but is maker marked on the bottom and with eagle and the date “1940.” The pot measures about 7 inches high.

ADOLF HITLER SILVERWARE PERSONAL TABLE SERVICE

Lot #796c (Sale Order 865 of 896)

Adolf Hitler – Silverware from his Personal Table Service. Group of four pieces silverware, 1) Large Salad Server fork measuring 8 1/2 inches with A H engraved to the lower handle and reverse is marked WELLNER PATENT 90 21/2. 2) Large Serving Ladle measuring 8 inches and marked to the lower handle and down swept wing eagle used by Adolf Hitler and is marked to the reverse 35 90 ART. KRUPP BERNDORF. 3) Ladle measuring 7 inches, marked to the lower handle A H and the reverse is marked WELLNER PATENT 90 3. 4) Serving fork measuring 6 3/4 inches engraved to the lower handle and down swept wing eagle used by Adolf Hitler. Adolf Hitler 20 April 1889 – 30 April 1945) was a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party (Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei; NSDAP). He rose to power as the chancellor of Germany in 1933 and then as Führer in 1934. During his dictatorship from 1933 to 1945, he initiated World War II in Europe by invading Poland on 1 September 1939. He was closely involved in military operations throughout the war and was central to the perpetration of the Holocaust. Hitler was born in Austria—then part of Austria-Hungary—and was raised near Linz. He moved to Germany in 1913 and was decorated during his service in the German Army in World War I. In 1919, he joined the German Workers' Party (DAP), the precursor of the NSDAP, and was appointed leader of the NSDAP in 1921. In 1923, he attempted to seize power in a failed coup in Munich and was imprisoned. In jail, he dictated the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"). After his release in 1924, Hitler gained popular support by attacking the Treaty of Versailles and promoting Pan-Germanism, anti-semitism and anti-communism with charismatic oratory and Nazi propaganda. He frequently denounced international capitalism and communism as part of a Jewish conspiracy. By November 1932, the Nazi Party had the most seats in the German Reichstag but did not have a majority. As a result, no party was able to form a majority parliamentary coalition in support of a candidate for chancellor. Former chancellor Franz von Papen and other conservative leaders persuaded President Paul von Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as chancellor on 30 January 1933. Shortly after, the Reichstag passed the Enabling Act of 1933 which began the process of transforming the Weimar Republic into Nazi Germany, a one-party dictatorship based on the totalitarian and autocratic ideology of National Socialism. Hitler aimed to eliminate Jews from Germany and establish a New Order to counter what he saw as the injustice of the post-World War I international order dominated by Britain and France. His first six years in power resulted in rapid economic recovery from the Great Depression, the abrogation of restrictions imposed on Germany after World War I, and the annexation of territories inhabited by millions of ethnic Germans, which gave him significant popular support. Hitler sought Lebensraum ("living space") for the German people in Eastern Europe, and his aggressive foreign policy is considered the primary cause of World War II in Europe. He directed large-scale rearmament and, on 1 September 1939, invaded Poland, resulting in Britain and France declaring war on Germany. In June 1941, Hitler ordered an invasion of the Soviet Union. By the end of 1941, German forces and the European Axis powers occupied most of Europe and North Africa. These gains were gradually reversed after 1941, and in 1945 the Allied armies defeated the German army. On 29 April 1945, he married his longtime lover Eva Braun. Less than two days later, the couple committed suicide to avoid capture by the Soviet Red Army. Their corpses were burned. Under Hitler's leadership and racially motivated ideology, the Nazi regime was responsible for the genocide of at least 5.5 million Jews and millions of other victims whom he and his followers deemed Untermenschen (subhumans) or socially undesirable. Hitler and the Nazi regime were also responsible for the killing of an estimated 19.3 million civilians and prisoners of war. In addition, 28.7 million soldiers and civilians died as a result of military action in the European theatre. The number of civilians killed during World War II was unprecedented in warfare, and the casualties constitute the deadliest conflict in history. Hitler's actions and ideology are almost universally regarded as evil.

WW1 US ARMY TRENCH ART SHELL W HELMET LAMP LOT

Lot #797 (Sale Order 866 of 896)

WW1 US Army Trench Art Lamp featuring a M1917 80th Division painted doughboy helmet to the top with a 75mm chromed artillery shell to the body, all mounted on a round wooden base measuring 19 1/2 inches tall. Very Good Also in the lot is a Collins 1942 dated machete measuring 23 1/2 inches in total length with excellent grips

WW1 US HELMET LOT 5th DIVISION PAINTED LOT WWI

Lot #798 (Sale Order 867 of 896)

WW1 US Army helmet lot to include 1) Helmet is the typical M1917 version, basin-shaped with a small rivet to the apex of the crown, fixing the internal liner, and two machine rivets along the apron, one over each ear, for the chin strap securing lugs. Nice complete original liner and broken chinstrap system. 2) 5th Division painted British made helmet is the typical M1917 version, basin-shaped with a small rivet to the apex of the crown, fixing the internal liner, and two machine rivets along the apron, one over each ear, for the chin strap securing lugs. Missing the liner and chinstrap. With the reintroduction of steel helmets during WWI, the American army adopted the British MKI pattern as an expedient to quickly provide a helmet for its forces. The helmets, manufactured in the United States, were re-designated the M-1917 helmet. It was retained, with a modification to the liner pads in 1936, until it was replaced by the M-1 helmet in 1941.

WWII CZECH ZB-53 MINIATURE MACHINE GUN NAZI MG37

Lot #799 (Sale Order 868 of 896)

The ZB-37 was originally produced in Czechoslovakia by Zbrojovka Brno as the ZB-53 for the Czechoslovokian Military but once they fell under Nazi control the German’s took a liking to the 46 pound fire breather and took possession of them and dubbing them the MG37. This non functioning miniature measures 16 1/2 inches long and is in excellent condition.

WWII US FIGHTING KNIFE LOT OF 3 INCLUDING CASE WW2

Lot #800 (Sale Order 869 of 896)

Lot of three WWII period knife to include 1) Double sided Case marked throwing knife measuring 11 1/2 inches overall with a US Serviceman's number to the leather scabbard "H-6839" to the front. 2) Double sided stiletto style blade measuring 12 inches overall. The grip is comprised of layers of compressed, brown leather washers with an aluminum pommel cap. The leather scabbard shows wear but overall very good condition. 3) Theater made fighting knife with Lucite, Red, White and Blue stacked handle. Knife overall measures 11 1/2 inches within the scabbard

LARGE LOT OF MILITARY CLOTHING USN MARINES

Lot #801 (Sale Order 870 of 896)

Large lot of military clothing to include 1) Five Marine Corps khaki shirts size marked 14 1/2 X 33 2) Naval Officer's Tunic and matching Trousers with the jacket being as size 42 and the trousers 34X33 and there are four sets. 3) Enlisted Marine Corps trousers marked 30X33 4) WWII US Army two sets of leggings 5) Nylon commercial shotgun shell belt

WWII US 4pc LOT V FOR VICTIORY APRON + PENNANTS

Lot #802 (Sale Order 871 of 896)

Lot of 4 World WAR II era Victory V items including a home-made V for Victory apron and 3 pennants, the largest of which measures approximately 55" x 33" with brass grommets. All four pieces exhibit light wear, age, and fading. Very GOOD

WWII US 5pc LOT AMERICAN PATRIOTIC BUNTING FLAGS

Lot #803 (Sale Order 872 of 896)

Five large World War II era US Red, White, and Blue flags. Includes a large blue stars & stripes banner measuring approximately 14' long and 30" wide; a Red, White, and Blue stars banner measuring approximately 14' long and 24" wide; a large red, white, and blue striped flag measuring 42" x 65" approximately; a banner featuring 5 white stars measuring approximately 90" x 56" and a red white and blue corner bunting approximately 46" long. These were frequently used during war bond drives, welcome home parades, and other patriotic activities during and just after World War II. Some show heavy fading and some have holes and tears. Good - Very Good

US MILITARY LOT BEER STEIN 1943 COCA COLA CARDS

Lot #804 (Sale Order 873 of 896)

Lot of militaria to include 1) Medical Department vehicle enameled sign measuring 3 1/2 inches wide in excellent condition. 2) 1943 Set Of Coca Cola Playing Cards, Army Nurse, Original Box still sealed in MINT condition. 3) Patriotic US Trench Art Lighter with a Federal Eagle to the obverse in excellent condition. 4) Named engraved ladies wristwatch by Bulova. To the reverse E.M. Grossman 764364 U.S.M.C.R. The watch is currently running. 5) Ladies United States Navy ring that is Gold Plated 6) Three miniature medal set with Legion of Merit Air Force For Military Merit and National Defense. 7) Glass Lidded Stein for .5l with etched inscription LTC Daniel J. Speck Jun84-Aug86 OPS DIV CH Aug86-Apr88 CTR CDR. Excellent

1923 KA-BAR KU KLUX KLAN KNIFE W/ SCABBARD & BOOK

Lot #805 (Sale Order 874 of 896)

Knight's of the Ku Klux Clan lot to include 1) 1923 KKK Imperial Knights of Ku Klux Klan presentation knife by Ka-Bar of Olean New York with leather scabbard. To the obverse Knight's Of Ku Klux Klan Klan Day, September 23, 1923 Knoxville, Tenn. on the reverse A Good Place To Live. Crossguard is marked Ka-Bar Olean Ny. The wood grips are stamped K. K. K. K. KO to one side and the other is marked K. K. K. K. 27. Ku Klux Klan Day at the East Tennessee Division of the State Fair on Sept. 23, 1923, marked the high tide of Klan strength in Knoxville. More than 35,000 Klansmen and their families attended the ceremonies, which had been touted in Klan publications as a four state convention from Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky and Tennessee. The success of Klan day was measured in the evening's initiation when 800 women and 1,500 men were enrolled in the Klan. Excellent 2) The Ku Klux Klan In Prophecy by Bishop Alma White, A. M. Zarephath, New Jersey: The Good Citizen, 1925. Third Edition. 7” x 5” Stapled illustrated wrappers. Very good plus: minimally worn. A sharp copy. The author was a feminist, though she only espoused equality for white Protestant females. She founded the Pillar of Fire Church which was the only religious denomination publicly affiliated with the Ku Klux Klan. She also published two other books about the KKK as well as a monthly periodical that promoted Klan ideals. The Ku Klux Klan commonly called the KKK or the Klan, is an American white supremacist hate group whose primary targets are African Americans, as well as Jews, immigrants, leftists, homosexuals, and, until recently, Catholics. The Klan has existed in three distinct eras at different points in time during the history of the United States. Each has advocated extremist reactionary positions such as white nationalism, anti-immigration and – especially in later iterations – Nordicism, antisemitism, prohibition, homophobia, Islamophobia, anti-atheism, and anti-Catholicism. Historically, the first Klan used terrorism – both physical assault and murder – against politically active blacks and their allies in the South in the late 1860s, until it was suppressed around 1872. All three movements have called for the "purification" of American society and all are considered "right-wing extremist" organizations. In each era, membership was secret and estimates of the total were highly exaggerated by both friends and enemies. The first Klan flourished in the Southern United States in the late 1860s during Reconstruction, then died out by the early 1870s. It sought to overthrow the Republican state governments in the South, especially by using voter intimidation and targeted violence against African-American leaders. Each chapter was autonomous and highly secret as to membership and plans. Its numerous chapters across the South were suppressed around 1871, through federal law enforcement. Members made their own, often colorful, costumes: robes, masks and conical hats, designed to be terrifying and to hide their identities. The second Klan started small in Georgia in 1915. It grew after 1920 and flourished nationwide in the early and mid-1920s, including urban areas of the Midwest and West. Taking inspiration from D. W. Griffith's 1915 silent film The Birth of a Nation, which mythologized the founding of the first Klan, it employed marketing techniques and a popular fraternal organization structure. Rooted in local Protestant communities, it sought to maintain white supremacy, often took a pro-Prohibition stance, and it opposed Catholics and Jews, while also stressing its opposition to the alleged political power of the pope and the Catholic Church. This second Klan flourished both in the south and northern states; it was funded by initiation fees and selling its members a standard white costume. The chapters did not have dues. It used K-words which were similar to those used by the first Klan, while adding cross burnings and mass parades to intimidate others. It rapidly declined in the later half of the 1920s. The third and current manifestation of the KKK emerged after 1950, in the form of localized and isolated groups that use the KKK name. They have focused on opposition to the civil rights movement, often using violence and murder to suppress activists. It is classified as a hate group by the Anti-Defamation League and the Southern Poverty Law Center. As of 2016, the Anti-Defamation League puts total KKK membership nationwide at around 3,000, while the Southern Poverty Law Center puts it at 6,000 members total. The second and third incarnations of the Ku Klux Klan made frequent references to America's "Anglo-Saxon" blood, hearkening back to 19th-century nativism. Although members of the KKK swear to uphold Christian morality, the group is widely denounced by Christian denominations

KU KLUX KLAN RECORD PAPER AND BUSINESS CARD LOT

Lot #806 (Sale Order 875 of 896)

Large lot of 3rd Klan items to include 1) 4 business cards from the KKK based out of New Jersey and Louisiana. Fiery Cross publication 3) Two Ku Klux Klan chest patches 4) REB-TIME RECORDS "WE DON'T WANT NIGGERS IN OUR SCHOOLS by THE COON HUNTERS on side A and on side B NIGGER NIGGER by the COON HUNTERS. 5) AMERICAN KOURIER December flyer for the year 1991. 6) Membership token for the Klan. 7) KKK novel by Paul E. Walsh. The Ku Klux Klan commonly called the KKK or the Klan, is an American white supremacist hate group whose primary targets are African Americans, as well as Jews, immigrants, leftists, homosexuals, and, until recently, Catholics. The Klan has existed in three distinct eras at different points in time during the history of the United States. Each has advocated extremist reactionary positions such as white nationalism, anti-immigration and – especially in later iterations – Nordicism, antisemitism, prohibition, homophobia, Islamophobia, anti-atheism, and anti-Catholicism. Historically, the first Klan used terrorism – both physical assault and murder – against politically active blacks and their allies in the South in the late 1860s, until it was suppressed around 1872. All three movements have called for the "purification" of American society and all are considered "right-wing extremist" organizations. In each era, membership was secret and estimates of the total were highly exaggerated by both friends and enemies. The first Klan flourished in the Southern United States in the late 1860s during Reconstruction, then died out by the early 1870s. It sought to overthrow the Republican state governments in the South, especially by using voter intimidation and targeted violence against African-American leaders. Each chapter was autonomous and highly secret as to membership and plans. Its numerous chapters across the South were suppressed around 1871, through federal law enforcement. Members made their own, often colorful, costumes: robes, masks and conical hats, designed to be terrifying and to hide their identities. The second Klan started small in Georgia in 1915. It grew after 1920 and flourished nationwide in the early and mid-1920s, including urban areas of the Midwest and West. Taking inspiration from D. W. Griffith's 1915 silent film The Birth of a Nation, which mythologized the founding of the first Klan, it employed marketing techniques and a popular fraternal organization structure. Rooted in local Protestant communities, it sought to maintain white supremacy, often took a pro-Prohibition stance, and it opposed Catholics and Jews, while also stressing its opposition to the alleged political power of the pope and the Catholic Church. This second Klan flourished both in the south and northern states; it was funded by initiation fees and selling its members a standard white costume. The chapters did not have dues. It used K-words which were similar to those used by the first Klan, while adding cross burnings and mass parades to intimidate others. It rapidly declined in the later half of the 1920s. The third and current manifestation of the KKK emerged after 1950, in the form of localized and isolated groups that use the KKK name. They have focused on opposition to the civil rights movement, often using violence and murder to suppress activists. It is classified as a hate group by the Anti-Defamation League and the Southern Poverty Law Center. As of 2016, the Anti-Defamation League puts total KKK membership nationwide at around 3,000, while the Southern Poverty Law Center puts it at 6,000 members total. The second and third incarnations of the Ku Klux Klan made frequent references to America's "Anglo-Saxon" blood, hearkening back to 19th-century nativism. Although members of the KKK swear to uphold Christian morality, the group is widely denounced by Christian denominations

US MILITARY EPHEMERA OF SPAN AM VET & DSC MEDAL

Lot #808 (Sale Order 876 of 896)

US Military ephemera lot to include 1) War at Sea 1939-1945 book by John Hamiliton 2) 3 copies of John C. Persons Citizen Soldier by Margaret England Armbrester 3) Memoirs of General John C. Persons 1888-1974 4) Appendix To Memoirs Of Memoirs of General John C. Persons 1888-1974 5) Memoriam to General John C. Persons who served in WWI as a field Grade Officer and received the DSC. His nation called again during WWII and he commanded the 31st Division both in training and in Combat 6) 2 copies of Liberty's Victorious Conflict A Photographic History of the World War. 7) Proceedings of the Stated Convention of the 45th and 52nd National Encampment United Spanish War Veterans books 8) Letters and pamphlets of a Spanish American War Soldier

WWII NAZI GERMAN REPRO LUFTWAFFE HELMET W/ LINER

Lot #809 (Sale Order 877 of 896)

Original WWII M35 shell that has been refurbished with a period civilian leather liner and chinstrap with the exterior of the helmet being repainted with new decals applied.

WW1 US M1917 REMINGTON & K98 BAYONET WWI WWII

Lot #810 (Sale Order 878 of 896)

WW1 & WWII Bayonet lot to include 1) WW1 M1917 BAYONET BY REMINGTON. WWI era US Model 1917 bayonet, made by Remington, with bursting bomb proof, ordnance stamps, Eagle's head and "30" mark on the blade. Dated 1917. Measures 17" at the blade, 21.75" overall. Excellent 2) WWII NAZI GERMAN K98 COMBAT BAYONET ASW 1942. Roughly 25cm long, drop forged, steel construction blade with wide fullers. Blade retains some of it's original blueing. Bakelite grip. Stud functions well. Both sides of the ricasso are well marked with, impressed serial number, "7546 c", to the obverse and the manufacturers code "ASW" to the reverse. Non matching serial # scabbard. Good

VIETNAM WAR US ARMY MP M1 INFANTRY HELMET LINER

Lot #811 (Sale Order 879 of 896)

Vietnam Era M1 P55 Helmet liner with original Military Police markings. Liner made by Capac and is in excellent condition

SOVIET 1973 DOD TRAINING MINE & TURKISH BAYONET

Lot #812 (Sale Order 880 of 896)

Lot of militaria to include 1) US EOD or Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit Training Aid of a large Soviet Mine marked CPM 121-1-73 to the obverse and to the reverse CMP 60 -14-72. The total height of the mine is 23 inches tall and 13 wide. 2) Turkish M1 Garand M5A1 Bayonet w/Scabbard. This bayonet has a unique aluminum handle with a worn black paint finish. Blade is the standard US bayonet profile that shows use. Also has the correct metal scabbard.

WWII REPRO NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT TROPICAL UNIFORM

Lot #813 (Sale Order 881 of 896)

WWII Reproduction Tropical Wehrmacht Officer's Tunic and Shorts with Socks. The tunic has continental insignia to the rank of Major and in excellent condition roughly a size 38R with a General Assault Badge and Wound Badge, both are copies. In late 1940, with the impending German entrance into the North African campaign, tropical uniforms and equipment were quickly developed and issued in time for DAK, Deutsches Afrika Korps, (German Africa Corps), personnel’s arrival in Tripoli in February 1941. Eventually these tropical uniforms would be issued to personnel serving in southern areas of continental Europe. The design of the tropical issued uniforms essentially adhered to the pattern of the field-grey continental uniforms, although in a different color and material, and also followed the same basic war time modifications. Officers and certain senior NCO ranks were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and as a result were allotted a clothing allowance through the army’s Kleiderkasse, (Clothing Account), system. The Officers and certain senior NCO’s could choose to purchase their uniforms from the armed forces clothing depots or to privately purchase garments of higher quality. Although enlisted personnel were issued their uniforms from government supplies they were also permitted to purchase privately tailored uniforms although the price may have been restrictive. Although Officer’s were responsible for purchasing their own uniforms it seems the majority of the tropical field blouses were issued from the military clothing depots as opposed to private purchase and as a result Officers quite often wore the same field blouses as the EM/NCO’s with the addition of Officer’s insignia.

VIETNAMESE VIET CONG UNIFORM HO CHI MINH SANDALS

Lot #814 (Sale Order 882 of 896)

Vietnamese complete Viet Cong Uniform with scarf and Ho Chi Minh Sandals. All items are in excellent condition aand are coarse small in size

WW1 & WWII US ARMY FIELD GEAR LOT HOLSTER SLINGS

Lot #815 (Sale Order 883 of 896)

US Military Field Gear lot to include 1) WW2 USN Boyt .45 Shoulder Holster with Strap in very good condition 2) WW1 US .03 Leather Rifle Sling marked P.C. Co 1917 T.S.M. in serviceable condition. 3) Unmarked .03 Rifle Sling also in serviceable condition.

VINTAGE 1940'S TOY CREATIONS EAGLE BOMBSIGHT TOY

Lot #816 (Sale Order 884 of 896)

Vintage "Bombs Away!" game sight with two aerial bombs. WWII "The Game of Thrills" c1943 Toy Creations, Inc. New York, NY, Includes The Eagle Bombsight w/ bomb darts (Two) in box.

1967 BROADWAY SHOW PROPS FOR THE PRODUCERS

Lot #817 (Sale Order 885 of 896)

Attractive props and script from the Broadway classic THE PRODUCERS to include 1) Wall mounted dummy made of foam, wood, steel and plastic measuring 49 inches tall depicting a German Fallschirmjäger with an open parachute holding an MP-40 submachinegun. 2) The Producers Script dated March 1967 3) Walker used in the opening scenes with the elderly ladies using walkers. The walkers are equipped with metal slides to the bottom of the legs so they can used for sliding and tap for sound. All three are in excellent condition. The Producers is a 1967 American satirical black comedy film written and directed by Mel Brooks and starring Zero Mostel, Gene Wilder, Dick Shawn, and Kenneth Mars. The film is about a theater producer and his accountant who, as part of a scam, have to stage the worst stage musical they can create. They eventually base it on Adolf Hitler and the Nazis. Because of this theme, The Producers was controversial from the start and received mixed reviews. It became a cult film and found a more positive critical reception later. The Producers was Brooks's directorial debut. For the film, he won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. In 1996, the film was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry and placed eleventh on the AFI's 100 Years...100 Laughs list. It was later adapted by Brooks and Thomas Meehan as a stage musical, which itself was adapted into a film.

PETROMAX PX 523/821/250 HK LANTERS WITH BOX MINT

Lot #818 (Sale Order 886 of 896)

Complete set of two Swiss Military Petromax Lanterns with all it's accessories including instruction manual, Fuel container, shades and lanterns. Used by the Swiss army and in MINT condition.

WWII NAZI GERMAN NSDAP WALL BANNER FLAG WW2

Lot #819 (Sale Order 887 of 896)

Multi-piece cotton construction banner approximately 23 x 41 inches. To both its red fields are sewn white disks, with a printed mobile swastikas in black. Good with tears and missing fabric Probably one of the most recognizable pieces of insignia associated with the Nazi regime is the swastika flag. Utilized by pretty much by all the organization of the Third Reich in one form or another. The swastika, (a Sanskrit word meaning "well being"), is an ancient symbol that was utilized in numerous diverse cultures and signified both the cycle of life and the sun. The swastika was also a Nordic rune and the pagan Germanic symbol for Thor, God of Adventurers. During WWI the swastika began to represent national and anti-Semitic leanings in such organizations as the Thule society and other German nationalistic movements and later, assorted Freikorps groups. In the midsummer of 1920 Hitler adopted the swastika as the premier symbol of the NSDAP. In "Mein Kampf", Hitler states that although numerous party members had proposed the swastika and red, black and white as the party emblem and colors it was he himself who came up with the final design. The flag itself was adopted as the national flag of Germany after Hitler's rise to power in 1933.

WWII SIGNED PHOTO SAILOR KISSING NURSE V-J DAY WW2

Lot #820 (Sale Order 888 of 896)

Signed photograph of the sailor who claims he was the man kissing the nurse in Times Square in New York City on the announcement of Japan's capitulation of WWII otherwise known as V-J Day. The photo is hand signed by Carl Muscarello and measures 8 1/2 X 11. V-J Day in Times Square is a photograph by Alfred Eisenstaedt that portrays a U.S. Navysailor embracing and kissing a total stranger—a dental assistant—on Victory over Japan Day ("V-J Day") in New York City's Times Square on August 14, 1945. The photograph was published a week later in Life magazine, among many photographs of celebrations around the United States that were presented in a twelve-page section entitled "Victory Celebrations". A two-page spread faces a montage of three similar photographs of celebrators in Washington, D.C., Kansas City, and Miami, opposite the Eisenstaedt photograph that was given a full-page display on the right hand side. Eisenstaedt was photographing a spontaneous event that occurred in Times Square during keen public anticipation of the announcement of the end of the war with Japan (that would be made by U.S. President Harry S. Truman at seven o'clock). Eisenstaedt said that he did not have an opportunity to get the names and details, because he was photographing rapidly changing events during the celebrations.[4] The photograph does not clearly show the face of either person involved, and numerous people have claimed to be the subjects. The photograph was shot just south of Forty-fifth Street looking north from a location where Broadway and Seventh Avenue converge. Donald W. Olson and his investigative team estimate that the photograph was taken at 5:51 p.m. ET. In their history pages, Life has noted that the Eisenstaedt photograph was taken with a Leica IIIa camera. Carl Muscarello was a retired police officer with the New York City Police Department, who relocated to living in Plantation, Florida. In 1995, he claimed to be the kissing sailor. He claimed that he was in Times Square on August 14, 1945, and that he kissed numerous women. A distinctive birthmark on his hand enabled his mother to identify him as the subject. Edith Shain initially said she believed Muscarello's claim to be the sailor and they even dated after their brief reunion. But in 2005, Shain was much less certain, telling the New York Times, "I can't say he isn't. I just can't say he is. There is no way to tell." Muscarello has described his condition on August 14, 1945 as being quite drunk, and having no clear memory of his actions in the square. He stated that his mother claimed he was the man after seeing the photograph, and he came to believe it.

CASED 6 X 30 POWER ISSUE FIELD BINOCULARS

Lot #821 (Sale Order 889 of 896)

Tooled alloy and aluminum construction, 6 x 30, power, binoculars with molded black leather fittings with some loss. The binoculars have molded black Bakelite eye sockets which one chipped and the focus adjustment still functions. The optics are nice and clear. The bottoms of the binocular lens bodies each have a raised, cut-out bars designed to attach the carrying strap. The original carrying strap is also still present. The left hand side, ocular end, body panel is well marked with the impressed "Grodenstock Munchen. the right side is marked Dienstglas 6 x 30" serial numbered 187506 M H/6400. Good The German army used a wide variety of optical enhancement items with the 6 x 30 power, (6 power magnification with a 30mm diameter objective lens), binoculars being the standard issue optics utilized by all branches of service. Although the 6 x 30 power binoculars were the standard issue, specialized personnel such as Artillery observers, Reconnaissance personnel, Searchlight personnel, etc., required stronger optics and assorted larger power binoculars were issued to these specialized personnel on a limited basis.

WWII NAZI GERMAN HEER 7X50 BINOCULARS E. LEITZ WW2

Lot #822 (Sale Order 890 of 896)

Light weight, cast alloy construction binocular bodies with aluminum and Bakelite fittings. Binocular bodies with a rough textured black leather covering with some usage. Aluminum fittings have a smooth black paint with spots worn down to the aluminum. Both black bakelite eye sockets intact and focus adjustments still function. Optics are crystal clear and in excellent condition. Left hand side ocular end well marked "7x50", (7 power magnification with a 50mm diameter objective lens) and MARSEPT. Right hand side ocular end also well marked E. LEITZ WETZLAR 486174. The optics are housed in leather case. Excellent. The German armed forces used a wide variety of optical enhancement items with the 6 x 30 power, (6 power magnification with a 30mm diameter objective lens), binoculars being the standard issue optics utilized by all branches of service. Although the 6 x 30 power binoculars were the standard issue the Kriegsmarine utilized a variety of stronger powered binoculars which were regularly issued to naval commanders, watch and deck personnel and included the 7 x 50 power and larger binoculars.

WWII NAZI GERMAN KRIEGSMARINE 7X50 BINOCULARS WW2

Lot #823 (Sale Order 891 of 896)

Light weight, cast alloy construction binocular bodies with aluminum and Bakelite fittings. Binocular bodies with a rough textured black leather covering with some usage. Aluminum fittings have a smooth black paint with spots worn down to the aluminum. Both black bakelite eye sockets intact and focus adjustments still function. Optics are crystal clear and in excellent condition. Right hand side ocular end well marked "7x50", (7 power magnification with a 50mm diameter objective lens) and with makers code blc, "Carl Zeiss". Left hand side ocular end also well marked with impressed Eagle and "M" signifying naval use. The optics are housed in a US Naval binocular rubber case that is complete with neck strap. Excellent. The German armed forces used a wide variety of optical enhancement items with the 6 x 30 power, (6 power magnification with a 30mm diameter objective lens), binoculars being the standard issue optics utilized by all branches of service. Although the 6 x 30 power binoculars were the standard issue the Kriegsmarine utilized a variety of stronger powered binoculars which were regularly issued to naval commanders, watch and deck personnel and included the 7 x 50 power and larger binoculars.

REPRO WWII NAZI GERMAN SS INSIGNIA LOT SKULL WW2

Lot #824 (Sale Order 892 of 896)

Repro WWII Nazi German SS Visor Cap Skull. Second pattern, (Circa 1934-1945), aluminum, die stamped construction skull and cross bones features detailed eye and nose cut-outs, two rows of teeth and a bottom jaw, superimposed over crossed bones. The skull also has subtle cranium and bone detailing. Both original attachment prongs is intact. The reverse of the skull is well marked with the embossed RZM logo within dual, circular borders SS and the manufacturer’s code "380/40". 2) SS Dutch Sports Badge. Foreign Volunteer Sport Badge in gold, seldom seen due to its late institution in 1944, Marked to the reverse SS 529

WWII NAZI GERMAN REPRO FULL ROHM INSCRIPTION WW2

Lot #825 (Sale Order 893 of 896)

Drop forged, nickel silver plated SA dagger blade. "Alles für Deutschland" (Everything for Germany) is acid etched, in Gothic script, to the obverse of the pointed blade and to the reverse In herzlicher kameradschaft Ernst Röhm. Maker marked to , E. P. & S. Solingen. Overall length is 33cm. Excellent

WWII NAZI GERMAN ADOLF HITLER POSTCARD LOT W OTHER

Lot #826 (Sale Order 894 of 896)

Collection of WWII Nazi German Adolf Hitler Postcards and first day covers to include 10 various postcards of Hitler, 1 photo taken from the cigarette card album tiled Adolf Hitler, 13 various first day covers including four sent on Hitler's Birthday with Hitler stamps on them including on sent from Krakau Poland for a total of 23 cards/photos. Adolf Hitler 20 April 1889 – 30 April 1945) was a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party (Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei; NSDAP). He rose to power as the chancellor of Germany in 1933 and then as Führer in 1934. During his dictatorship from 1933 to 1945, he initiated World War II in Europe by invading Poland on 1 September 1939. He was closely involved in military operations throughout the war and was central to the perpetration of the Holocaust. Hitler was born in Austria—then part of Austria-Hungary—and was raised near Linz. He moved to Germany in 1913 and was decorated during his service in the German Army in World War I. In 1919, he joined the German Workers' Party (DAP), the precursor of the NSDAP, and was appointed leader of the NSDAP in 1921. In 1923, he attempted to seize power in a failed coup in Munich and was imprisoned. In jail, he dictated the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"). After his release in 1924, Hitler gained popular support by attacking the Treaty of Versailles and promoting Pan-Germanism, anti-semitism and anti-communism with charismatic oratory and Nazi propaganda. He frequently denounced international capitalism and communism as part of a Jewish conspiracy. By November 1932, the Nazi Party had the most seats in the German Reichstag but did not have a majority. As a result, no party was able to form a majority parliamentary coalition in support of a candidate for chancellor. Former chancellor Franz von Papen and other conservative leaders persuaded President Paul von Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as chancellor on 30 January 1933. Shortly after, the Reichstag passed the Enabling Act of 1933 which began the process of transforming the Weimar Republic into Nazi Germany, a one-party dictatorship based on the totalitarian and autocratic ideology of National Socialism. Hitler aimed to eliminate Jews from Germany and establish a New Order to counter what he saw as the injustice of the post-World War I international order dominated by Britain and France. His first six years in power resulted in rapid economic recovery from the Great Depression, the abrogation of restrictions imposed on Germany after World War I, and the annexation of territories inhabited by millions of ethnic Germans, which gave him significant popular support. Hitler sought Lebensraum ("living space") for the German people in Eastern Europe, and his aggressive foreign policy is considered the primary cause of World War II in Europe. He directed large-scale rearmament and, on 1 September 1939, invaded Poland, resulting in Britain and France declaring war on Germany. In June 1941, Hitler ordered an invasion of the Soviet Union. By the end of 1941, German forces and the European Axis powers occupied most of Europe and North Africa. These gains were gradually reversed after 1941, and in 1945 the Allied armies defeated the German army. On 29 April 1945, he married his longtime lover Eva Braun. Less than two days later, the couple committed suicide to avoid capture by the Soviet Red Army. Their corpses were burned. Under Hitler's leadership and racially motivated ideology, the Nazi regime was responsible for the genocide of at least 5.5 million Jews and millions of other victims whom he and his followers deemed Untermenschen (subhumans) or socially undesirable. Hitler and the Nazi regime were also responsible for the killing of an estimated 19.3 million civilians and prisoners of war. In addition, 28.7 million soldiers and civilians died as a result of military action in the European theatre. The number of civilians killed during World War II was unprecedented in warfare, and the casualties constitute the deadliest conflict in history. Hitler's actions and ideology are almost universally regarded as evil.

REPRO WWII NAZI GERMAN CASED KNIGHTS CROSS L/12

Lot #827 (Sale Order 895 of 896)

Reproduction red leatherette cased Knights Cross. The box measures 7 3/4 X 5 1/4 inches with a gold embossed eagle to the front. To the interior is a Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes 1939 marked L/12 indicating the maker C. E. Juncker of Berlin. The Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross 1939 was the highest award made by Nazi Germany to recognize extreme battlefield bravery or outstanding military leadership during World War II. The award is constructed a die struck three-piece construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black painted.

WWII NAZI GERMAN WEHRMACHT GRENADE CARRIER CAN WW2

Lot #828 (Sale Order 896 of 896)

Roughly, 36.5cm tall, 48cm wide, 14cm thick, stamped and tooled magnetic sheet metal construction M39 smoke grenade carrying case features a brazed, staggered, bar hinge to the bottom edge and a brazed on, folding, heavy wire, pressure lock and quick release bar with a swivel, turned hardwood carrying handle to the top edge. The case has three vertical, three horizontal and two diagonal, evenly spaced, raised, stamped, strength reinforcement ribs to each side. One side of the case also has three triangular, and one rectangular, brazed on, steel attachment "rings" designed for carrying straps. Case retains a fair amount of its original paint. Shows the expected period use and wear.


PREMIER MILITARIA & EDGED WEAPONS AUCTION
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PREMIER MILITARIA & EDGED WEAPONS AUCTION
by Milestone Auctions Sat, Jul 17, 2021 10:00 AM Eastern MILESTONE AUCTIONS PROUDLY PRESENTS PREMIER MILITARIA & EDGED WEAPON AUCTION OVER 800 LOTS OF MILITARIA FROM THE 19TH & 20TH CENTURY. Items include, a LUFTWAFFE honor goblet with significant history, a sword named to famed Rough Rider Captain William O. O'Neill, a Confederate Foot Officer's Sword, a rare SS Presentation Dagger, a set of Japanese Nikko Binoculars, a German NSFK Pilot's BADGE, and more! WW1 and WW2 US medals field gear, an incredible selection EDGED WEAPONS including swords, bayonets, fighting knives, daggers, and more. HELMETS, MEDALS, FLAGS, UNIFORMS, INSIGNIA, a PRESENTATION FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD, Japanese Type 100 Paratrooper Bayonet, 300 PLUS LOTS of WW2 NAZI GERMAN ITEMS INCLUDING BADGES, MEDALS, INSIGNIA, HELMETS, FLAGS, UNIFORMS, a WWII German Luftwaffe parachute, a WWII Japanese IJA Type 90 combat helmet, and more. Historically significant American military items that span several centuries including an Indian Wars battle club, an 1860 cavalry sword, an engraved Purple Heart from a Jewish WWI veteran, a Virginia cavalry sword, a WWII grouping from the 158th Regimental Combat Team, the "Bushmasters," named presentation early 20th Century Naval Officer swords, and an array of combat trophy items from the Vietnam and Iraq wars. Spanish American War era pistol belts for the US Marine Corps and US Navy, and an assortment of military helmets from around the world. SATURDAY JULY 17th 2021 10:00 AM "FULL CATALOG & LIVE BIDDING AVAILABLE THRU" WWW.MILESTONEAUCTIONS.COM LIVEAUCTIONEERS, PROXIBID, & INVALUABLE PHONE BIDS & ABSENTEE BIDS Call 440-527-8060 AUCTION PREVIEW AVAILABLE WEEK OF AUCTION & 8:00 AM AUCTION DAY MILESTONE AUCTIONS GALLERY "NEW LOCATION" 38198 Willoughby Parkway Willoughby, Ohio 44094 (440) 527-8060 milestoneauctions@yahoo.com Auctioneer: Miles King Buyers Premium: 20% Online 17% In-House 3% Added for Credit Card Payments MILESTONE AUCTIONS IS ALWAYS LOOKING FOR QUALITY CONSIGNMENTS! ONE PIECE OR ENTIRE COLLECTIONS!! CALL 440-527-8060 FOR DETAILS