John B

Hello Gordon and Rick,

The jacket has no award loops, and I can not see any evidence there ever were any. From it's condition it appears it was worn very little. I really appreciate all of the information.

Best Regards,

John

That is indeed him. Heinz-G?nther Carl? was born 29 November 1914. Joined the navy with Crew 1934

F?hnrich zur See 1.7.35 and as of the 1 November 1936 aboard "Deutschland" so he was possibly there when the ship was bombed in Spanish waters in 1937. Are there loops for a Spanish Cross on the jacket?

Commissioned Leutnant zur See 1 May 1937 so this was, typically, getting his wardrobe in place for that happy event, and the rank and time still Oberf?hnrich fits.

In 1937 after commissioning he was in the Schiffstamm "Schlesien."

1 January 1939 resident in Leer with 8. Schiffstamm Abteilung.

Oberleutnant zur See

Kapit?nleutnant zur See 1 April 1942 # 29.

Survived the war and retired at that rank.

Interestingly enough, in all the MOHeV directories I have between 1960 and 1991 (my latest edition) he is shown NOT as "Heinz-G?nther" but as

Henry G. !!!

He lived in Hamburg 1960-91 (at least-- still alive that year). 1960 and 1963 as H?ttenbetriebskaufmann for Firma Kupferh?tte Ertel, Bieler & Co. 1980 has him as "General Bevollm?chtiger" at Ballindamm II, but doesn't show for what company.

His wife Elisabeth n?e von Hobe, born 23 March 1910, apparently died between 1985 and 1991, for she is not liisted from the one edition to the other, and he had moved to a different address after being at the same one for at least 25 years.

From:

Kriegsmarine Ranglisten 1936, 1937, 1944. Kriegsmarine Birthdays Directory 1939. MOHeV Directories 1960, 1963, 1980, 1985, 1991.

Hello All,

I have a Kriegsmarine Officer's Dress Mess Jacket with the current rank of Oberletnant. Inside the pocket is a name tag with what I think might be Carle(?). Not sure of that so I'd most appreciate anyone's opinion on the name.

Many Thanks!

John

Well guys I am blown away. I never imagined that there was this much information available on Kapitan Zur See Stiller, and even a photo of him. I have allot to learn with my research endeavors. Everyone's help is truly most appreciated. Now comes my translation efforts as my German is very limited. You guys are the best!

Thanks again,

John

Hello Gordon,

I see what you are saying but this looks more like something that may have happened during the manufacturing process. The small dot on the back is perfectly in line with the dot on the front and is into the metal. First time I've seen this and have decided to return it as a result. I do appeciate your looking at this.

Best Regars,

John

Hello All,

I was just sent this submarine combat clasp. It appears to be all original to me but I just can't get past the small circle that is located where the crossed swords meet. There is a corresponding mark on the reverse as well. I have not seen this mark, or flaw, on any other sub clasps. I got an expertise of authenticity from Detlev with this and I'm attaching a scan of that as I can't get the same resolution with my equipment. Can anyone give me their opinion on this?

Many Thanks!

John

Hello All,

Just a short follow up on this Kriegsmarine sailor. I corresponded with Malte Gaack who is currently writing a detailed history of the Bismark and the crew, He advised that Heinrich Neuschwander was one of the only two sailors ever recovered from the Bismark. His body was recovered by the Spanish cruiser Canaris and buried at sea. Mr. Gaack has a website at www.diebismark.de/eindex.html if interested.

Best to All,

John

Hi Rick,

I checked the website KBismark.com and Heinrich Neuschwander is listed. I didn't realize there were so many men on the Bismark and so many that didn't survive. I wonder now also how long the family had to wait for the information concerning the survivors. I would imagine that during wartime, especially in the T.R., information was very slow in coming. I will try to find out more concerning Heinrich and if sucessful will post it here.

Best Regards,

John

Hello Rick,

Thanks allot for that information, it's most appreciated. In the album there are quite a few Army related photos but also some RAD. This was the only Kriegsmarine related photo in the album. Could have been a family member, or a friend, not sure since the owner's name was not written in the album anywhere. At any rate it makes it more special since he went down with the Bismark and I will probably frame it and keep it in my Kriegsmarine collection.

All the Best,

John

Hello Gordon,

Thanks for looking. I attempted to make it larger but I couldn't get it posted. I was most interested in the reference made to the Bismark in the top notice and was curious if he might have been a member of that particular ship? A sad loss at 20 yrs. of age to be sure. Thanks and I'm looking forward to your new reference being published.

Best Regards,

John

Hello All,

I found this photo glued in the last page of an Army related photo album. Can anyone advise what the newspaper clippings say?

Many Thanks!

John

Thanks again Rick. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. All of this information will keep me busy for awhile. Best Regards, John

Well there are no holes, other than a few light moth nips. I would suspect you are right about the loops being clipped. Perhaps the WW2 Rank List will give further information on his awards. I also hope to locate a photo of him somehwere, if I'm lucky. Thanks again for your help.

Hello Rick,

That is simply fantastic research. I am truly blown away. The tunic had no award loops, which I found curious, until I see his only listed award an EK2. I truly appreciate your hard work and everyone's assistance. It's way more than I had hoped for. Thanks again!

All the Best,

John

Hello Gordon,

That is great information and it is most appreciated. It will give me some direction on my research of this Kriegsmarine Officer. Thanks!

Best Regards,

John

It takes a talent to read this script. Your efforts are much appreciated. Hopefully I will be able to do some research on Oblt. Zur See Stiller.

Best Regards,

John

This script is very hard to read. I will try to post a larger pic of the tag. Thanks!

I really appreciate you taking a look at this. I thought it was Muller but wasn't sure and wanted another opinion.

Thanks!

John

Hello All,

I would most appreciate it someone would look at this tag and advise what they think the name is. It is on a KM Reefer Jacket with stripes for a Kapitan Zur See (line officer). Thanks!

Best Regards,

John