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6 hours ago, Ruslan said:

Yes it was digged out by my fellow in former USSR republiс, Belarus  (Byelorussia, WeissRussland). Interesting, whether relatives of Ernst Einecke know where he was lost?

Was there a body or anything found.  If not, maybe Einecke buried the stuff himself.   Either way It is such an amazing find.

Thanks for the info and links regarding the GPB.  I normally am not interested in this topic, however, i have been looking for information on a specific GPB holder.  This will help.

1 hour ago, Matthew Macleod said:

Hello Ruslan,

Here's the recipient of your medal numbered 1246:

 

cheers

 

Matt

I can't read the first name but the last name definitely looks seems to be Einecke.  If this is the case,  the guy scored big time.

Did you dig that.  I have never seen a Golden Party Badge number that low before.  Thanks for sharing.

7 hours ago, hucks216 said:

According to WW-2 Awards, his Wehrpass does exist in a collection somewhere. That would provide pointers to some of the answers.

 

And I have just found out that his Wehrpass & Soldbuch was sold on the WAF a few years ago and resides in France, but who that owner is I have not got a clue.

Thanks for the information.  As for Hass' stuff, my collector buddy told me the following about all of the original grouping: in the 1960s, the Hass family gave the grouping up to Weitze or another private collector.  It consisted of two uniforms (one with a sewn on DKiG and one with all of the metal badges )golden party badge, wehrpass, soldbuch, photos, mug, dog tag, a bunch of award documents, and enlistment document.  Finally when it all came to weitze at some point the entire group was split up and went to the four winds.  Kind of sad.  

I would love to find out what happened to him after the war because I am thinking since Hass had been a NSDAP golden member since 1933, he was probably put in a POW camp somewhere.  Well if I find anything else, I will let you know.

Thanks again

50 minutes ago, Hugh said:

I found this interesting.  Among other things, it seems to take the use of the "V" device back to the WW II concept, "distinguished acts of combat heroism",  which seems appropriate.  I got a "V" on my Navy Commendation Medal in Viet Nam, but I can assure you there was no heroism involved.  Terror perhaps, but no heroism.  

H

 

USAF Releases Criteria For New Valor, Combat And Remote Devices

 

Air Force officials released criteria for the new Valor “V”, Combat “C” and Remote “R” devices, following Obama’s Secretary of Defense Jan. 7, 2016, authorization.

 

Following a comprehensive Military Decorations and Awards Review in 2015, the secretary of Defense implemented several changes to ensure the Defense Department’s military decoration and awards program continues to appropriately recognize the service, sacrifices and actions of service members.

 

“As the impact of remote operations on combat continues to increase, the necessity of ensuring those actions are distinctly recognized grows,” DOD officials explained in a memo released Jan. 7, 2016.

 

The “R” device, which may be affixed to non-combat performance awards, was established to distinguish that an award was earned for direct hands-on employment of a weapon system that had a direct and immediate impact on a combat or military operation. These actions can be performed in any domain but must not expose the individual to personal hostile action, or place him or her at significant risk of exposure to hostile action while engaged in military operations against an enemy of the U.S.; or involved in a conflict against an opposing foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in military operations with an opposing armed force in which the U.S. is not an aggressive party.

 

“Airmen assigned to cyber operations and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operators would be examples of those eligible for the ‘R’ device,” said Lt. Gen. Gina Grosso, Deputy Chief of Staff for manpower, personnel and services. “These members create direct combat effects that lead to strategic outcomes and deliver lethal force, while physically located outside the combat area.”

 

Standardization of the “V” device as a valor-only device will ensure unambiguous and distinctive recognition of distinguished acts of combat heroism.

 

The new “C” device was created to distinctly recognize those service members performing meritoriously under the most difficult combat conditions. To further emphasize the value placed on meritorious service under combat conditions, the “C” device may be affixed to several performance awards earned while serving under combat conditions. Unlike the “R” device, the “C” device may be authorized for sustained performance or service, provided the criteria of personal exposure to hostile action or significant risk of hostile action are met.

 

All devices may be awarded retroactive to Jan. 7, 2016, the day the secretary of Defense established the devices.

 

(Source: USAF news release)

 

FMI: myPers.af.mil

Yes, this is true.  The original source of this article came into effect this past January across all services.  The Navy and Marine Corps used to give a "V" device in two ways:  1) For a Combat Distinguishing Device, now like the "C" device; and 2) for actual Valor.  The Navy and Marine Corps could actually get one on their NAMs (Navy Achievement Medal) also.  That is why you see the current CJCS with a "V" on his Legion of Merit.  He got it as a Regimental Commander for a Combat Achievement during the Invasion of Iraq, not for Valor.

The USAF, would give out for Valor, but they also have some unit award that could get a V.

The Army would only give out a "V" for VALOR ONLY and this would only go down to the Army Commendation Medal.  (I have one of these).

DoD did this to try to get all of the services on the same page with the "V" device.

Hope this helps.

Can anyone provide me some information on what happened to this guy after WWII?

I have done some extensive research on  Hass, have units, awards, and some other stuff, but I cannot find anything on if he was captured, disappeared, or lived out his life.  Any help would be appreciated.

The last known rank was Hauptmann dR and it was either as Commander of 7th Pi BN or as a Kompanie Fuhrer (Commander)  in 198th Pi BN.  It ends there.

Thanks

I am thinking it is not a specific ribbon bar to this gentleman.  The angle of the photo looks like the ribbons are too big compared to the ones in the photo.  Some advice an advanced collector told me (not being a smart ass here just trying to help)--> "Buy the item, not the story."

 

I am new to the forum and have a large collection of tinnies etc I'd like to sell. Can someone point me in the right direction for doing this.? Apologies for no going about this in the correct manner.

You can post in the Classified Adverts Page.

BTW, if you have a nice SA Treffen Badge (Type II Stamped or Solid Back with Vertical Pin) I would be interested

Gents

I have a very nice EM Pionier Waffenrock that has everything original to the tunic minus the Collar tabs.  If you have a matching set or know where I can find them, please direct me to the source or let me know.  I am looking for the standard issue ones.  I have checked most sites over the last year and spoke with friends, but no one seems to be able to find them.  Any help would be appreciated.

If I posted this int he wrong section, I apologize in advance.

$3-6k USD.  You may lose some value off the high end because all of it needs to be restored, however As it is named, so it could add value off the mid-end

On 10/7/2016 at 17:54, scottplen said:

Well I pulled the trigger !!! more than I wanted to spend for a restart of a collection but I figured it was a one not to pass up and it was from a trusted forum member !

Baden lion Order and non com my two favorite thinks !!!  And no Hindenburg cross !!

 

Always love Baden anything

6 hours ago, Chris Boonzaier said:

After many years of thinking, thinking, then thinking some more, I am finally getting around to Framing the wife's Great Grandfather.....

 

This is the rough Layout, With a WW1 and WW2 Photo

Truely wonder.  You are blessed to have all of that

On 3/25/2017 at 10:24, bigjarofwasps said:

 

 

Looking a little more closely at it, I'm not sure just how authentic it is? Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe the anti-partisan badge was never issued to anyone, other than the one Himmler awarded to himself for some reason.

 

That being said what badges would the 4th have qualified for? 

 

Would they have qualified for the Kuban shoulder shield? 

 

 

There were a series of APB's awarded mainly to the 24th WSS Kartsjager Division.  I dont have my book in front of me, but the numbers were really low.  8x Gold (and special variations), and a couple thousand in Silver and Bronze.  Most APB's that you find now are fakes.  If you find an authentic one you are looking between $2500 USD and up.

I will never trash another man's treasure, but just from the picture that I see, having a Gold CCC (very rare) is something that I question, especially with that patina (looks too new).  You really need to look at the liner, cuff title, and other things.  There is a specific stitch patter to the cuff titles, but a big indicator that doesn't take long to establish is hitting it with a black light.  If the white glows it is a repro.

Hope this helps brother.

On 9/27/2011 at 07:05, Veteran said:

 

 

This would be quite impossible since the FFL only existed during WW2

 

I rather doubt there would be an official list of members of the Forces Françaises Libres who were killed in action in WW2. You might like to try the Association des Français Libres. They probably have a website.

Best of luck.

Veteran

Thanks.

On 9/27/2011 at 09:29, Bernhard H.Holst said:

Hello : correction to the website address I posted above:

http://www.memoirede...efense.gouv.fr/

But it will not accept the entire website address which is ...memoiredeshommes.sga.defense.gouv.fr/

Bernhard H. Holst

Thank you.

On 9/27/2011 at 07:05, Veteran said:

 

 

This would be quite impossible since the FFL only existed during WW2

 

I rather doubt there would be an official list of members of the Forces Françaises Libres who were killed in action in WW2. You might like to try the Association des Français Libres. They probably have a website.

Best of luck.

Veteran

Thanks again for your reply, but check this link out.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_French_Foreign_Legion

12 hours ago, bigjarofwasps said:

Can anyone identify the numbered badges for me? 

I suspect that the Polizei Division (per say), ceased to exist in it's original form (i.e made up of  Ordnungspolizei ), in August 1941, where the division saw action near Luga. During heavy fighting for the Luga bridgehead the division lost over 2,000 soldiers including the commander, Arthur Mülverstadt. 

Has anyone got any information on the Division involvement in this battle? 

beautiful uniform.  Is this something that you put together or is there a story behind it?

On 8/22/2015 at 07:39, Chris Boonzaier said:

Career NCO, a Badener in a Würt. Regiment (I.R. 126)

Every has some great groups but I am always partial to the Badeners 

18 hours ago, efo4real said:

hello friends I am in need of USA military order document please if you can get sample of this document I will need it.

 

you can send me an email to : myalertpayinfo at gmail dot com.

What document do you want and what for.

Looks like like 3D US Army, WWI Era

On ‎2‎/‎24‎/‎2017 at 11:38, Asil76 said:

Here are some more photos, I can't see any markings on it.

M-1 Carbine.  I just don't know what manufacturer.  Another interesting fact, is that the Brits and Aussies also used M-1 Carbines in Korea I believe.

An of course I love this picture...

On ‎12‎/‎5‎/‎2016 at 22:18, Paul R said:

Oakleaf clusters are for the Army or Army Air Corps.  The naval branches used stars.  

This is true, however, Campaign and Service Medals will always have a small Bronze Service Star Device (ie: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Iraq and Afghanistan Campaign Medals) no matter what service.

As for Joint Awards, like the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Commendation Medal, etc, will always use a Oakleaf Cluter no matter what service.

6 hours ago, Sal said:

A nice Vietnam custom set

 

This is one of the nicest Vietnam Era Ribbons bars that I have seen.  Only thing missing from it is on the last Ribbon (1960 Streamer).

On ‎12‎/‎5‎/‎2016 at 19:58, Michael Johnson said:

I just got service papers for a Navy man - Korea and Vietnam.  His record states ""1 Oak Leaf Cluster" for his National Defense Medal.

MBE/OBE and War Medal with MID must mean service with a British or Commonwealth unit with no active service.

Michael

This is normally the case, however, this is definitely a clerical error.  It would rate a Bronze Service Star, however, if you would build or aquire a ribbon bar with his exact awards, I would put a OLC as his records states.

On ‎2‎/‎24‎/‎2017 at 10:21, new world said:

You are correct, it's never a good idea to post bunch of expensive items on a public forum.

I have not posted all of my stuff, but believe me, I won't do much now.  Also, as I do with my guns/firearms, my collection room will be off limits besides only to a trusted few when they come over and doors shut and locks lock when maintenance people come over.

This almost makes you want to not show your friends your collection.  I hope you get it all back some day.

I am thinking it is a M-1 Carbine Mag.  Are there any markings on it?

Check this link out.  http://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/3-pk-15-rd-m1-carbine-magazines?a=556322 

Use Pecards leather dressing.  Use light coats and rub with finger in small areas.  After each coat let sit for 24 hours.  After it starts getting glossy let it sit for a week or so and let the leather suck all of it up.  Boom it's done.  Do not add polish or anything else.

i just did this to a pair of mine.  I was even able to save the original laces using this method.  Also take a tooth brush with the pecards and get in the creases of the boots.  Also do the inside of the boots.  Finally put pecards in the soles to stop the hobnails from continuing to rust.

Trust me this works and is the best method!!!