Hello Guys,
I have these 2 items that came together and I would like to find out all I can.
The photo is large format and I am assuming is of Wilhelm Spathelfer.
The document is a dedication from his friend Emil Gärtner which I have translated as:
Jesus said: I am the resurrection and the life John 11:25
To Commemorate Wilhelm Spathelfer, Teacher. Dedicated by (v. f. ??) friend Emil Gärtner
He died a hero's death for the fatherland at Aurhy on the 9th September 1915 in the war year 1914/15.
No one has greater love than this, he lays down his life for his friends John 15:13
Can anyone tell me what the v. f. in "gewidmet v.f. Freund Emil Gärtner" means please?
Also I cannot find a reference to Aurhy or when translated Authy.
The battle at Soissons, Aisne River 8th - 14th Jan. 1915 fits the date mentioned.
Where might I find any service history for these 2 men?
Many thanks