Blackhorse

Thank you for the quick reply. I somewhat suspected that when I saw the hat.

Greetings! I am looking to research a recently discovered photo. The only thing I know is the gentleman's name - Joachim Von Bargen. ANY assistance in this is, as always, appreciated greatly. Thank you, Chris

This makes much more sense! Right now, I have an account that places him in command of 3rd Company, Garde Jäeger Reserve Battalion, in late 1914. Is there any way to possibly verify this?

Thank You! Superb information.

Greetings, I am Seeking any and all information regarding the service and life of Wilhelm von Bothmer, Königlich Preußischen Oberst 1869-1922. Very interested in a ny offormation regarding wartime service. Thanks! BH

Greetings Patrick. yep, that's the same guy. Great photos by the way. I wish you success in tracking down Carlos. It seems to me that he has attempted to claim your relative as his own, complete with different name. it would truly be grand if some of the research professionals here could locate some information about your great-grandfather's service. Seems like was is quite an interesting fellow. Best, Chris

It's just odd that this thread http://www.pickelhaubes.com/bb/viewtopic.php?t=2114 would have someone else making a very similar claim...

Seeking information on a Maximilian Alfred von Siegel Reportedly Sergeant in the 1st Zug (platoon) of the Königlich Preußische Leib-Gendarmerie (the Kaiser's Royal Prussian Lifeguard Cavalry Regiment) 1878-1898. Any information is GREATLY appreciated!! Thanks in advance everyone. Blackhorse

I just purchased this book last month! It's very well done.

Ah yes. Lt Johann Wehmann, Lt Fritz Seegert, Lt Volker, Lt Epple, Lt Bartels. Thanks! BH

Brethren, Any assistance is greatly appreciated. BH

Out of curiosity, why so coy with the name and the rest of the image of the officer in question? If you don't know the name, a simple "I don't know the man's name" would probably have sufficed for those of us who like the bottom line up front. Cheers, BH

hardy, I was unaware of that bit regarding Richthofen! It has a folding crossguard.

Hardy, That's a great looking saber!

Rick, Thank you very much for that information; it's highly informative. Cheers, Chris

I have a saber hanging on my wall that reads, 3. Ulan=Regiment (1. brandenburgerische) "Emperor Alexander II. of Russia. "Zur Erinnering an meiner Dienstzeit". The saber and scabbard are in excellent condition. Was there a difference between officer's and enlisted men's sabers, and if so how do I determine which I have?

I have a saber hanging on my wall that reads, 3. Ulan=Regiment (1. brandenburgerische) "Emperor Alexander II. of Russia. "Zur Erinnering an meiner Dienstzeit". The saber and scabbard are in excellent condition. Was there a difference between officer's and enlisted men's sabers, and if so how do I determine which I have?

Bob, As always, you are a veritable encyclopedia of information. Thank you for that! I think I will take your advice and start a new thread as well. Cheers Chris

Hi Bob, SADLY there is no name, at least not that I am able to find. The saber and scabbard are in excellent condition. Was there a difference between officer's and enlisted men's sabers, and if so how do I determine which I have?

Bob, I have a saber hanging on my wall that reads, 3. Ulan=Regiment (1. brandenburgerische) "Emperor Alexander II. of Russia. "Zur Erinnering an meiner Dienstzeit".

That's entirey possible. What was the officer's name? There are many resources available here that may be able to pinpoint the exact unit of the individual in question.

Glenn, That's really quite amazing. Chris

Glenn, That's a great great find. I'm really trying to understand how you are able to locate all this information. Did you have to read each page of the Wochenblatt until you found the information regarding Leut. Wehmann? Where did you find the initial 10 April Commissioning date information? Was it by another page by page and line by line search or was it from the Wochen-Blatt quoted above? I'm very interested in your ability to find seemingly obscure information so seemingly easily.

Glenn, As per usual, you are THE MAN. It is indeed the former specifically him being from Landsberg. Is there any other information regarding him? Also, please provide where that information was located as well as the sources of any additional information. This is fantastic and you continue to amaze. Thank you! Chris

I'm seeking any and all information regarding: LT. JOHANNES ERICH WEHMANN; born 24 November 1895, OttlotschinThorn, E. Prussia Thanks! Chris