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I thought I would share a few of my 2nd Class, Order of the Patriotic War's with unique backs. Enjoy, Vince

I love when the books have their photo but this one did not. Still a respectable set! Enjoy, Vince

This is a nice little set I received some time ago from a fellow collector and thought it could be appreciated here. Enjoy! Vince

Hi Paul, Thank you. I was fortunate to have been able to visit Russia multiple times and bring all this stuff home in 1992/3. I was there with high ranking Moscow Police Officers who made this collection possible. I have lots more to show if anyone is interested. I have many favorites, perhaps the older they are the more I like them. Getting most all of the KGB & KGB Boarder Guard hats was quite a challenge and cost me my liver having to drink with them to gain their trust. That's a story in itself! What are your current collecting interests? My best, Vince

Greetings, I have a few Russian caps. If there is anything you want to see closer just let me know. Some are for sale, just ask! Enjoy, Vince and a couple Victory Parade Generals from WW2

Hello, I do not believe so but am unsure. The Russians do not like to talk about this particular aspect of the early communists. This fellow most likely sentenced many people to death as his job included dispensing justice to those who were not part of the same mind set as the communist party.

One of my favorite uniforms in my Russian collection. Complete, head to toe, Victory Parade Army 1 Star General of Infantry. Included is the never seen General's Overcoat to complete this outfit! Enjoy, Vince

M-1925 Armor Corps Lt.

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Armored Corps NCO

Greetings to all my old friends, I am making my return to collecting after a long brake. I would like to share some very interesting uniform items which I have acquired and hope you will enjoy seeing. I welcome all comments. If anyone is interested in purchasing any of these items for their own collection please feel free to contact me. Happy Hunting, Vince Medical Branch General Officer. Military Tribunal "Judge" of General rank

Many thanks Jeff! Merry Christmas! Vince

Hello, I was wondering if by chance anyone might know what these 2 last Finnish medals are on this Police Officer's medal bar? Happy Holidays, Vince Leone

Hello, I was wondering if by chance anyone might know what these 2 last Finnish medals are on this Police Officer's medal bar? Happy Holidays, Vince Leone

Hello Gentlemen, I am wondering if anyone has any opinion on the placement of the awards on this Luft. Pilot's tunic. I know the German wings always have priority and are on top. Is this arrangement eye pleasing? Any suggestions for rearrangement, if so please explain why. Happy Hunting, Vince Leone

Hello David, Vince Leone here. I love it! A super nice early badge with solid hinge block and round pin! I still do not have this badge in my collection yet. I do have the 2 with out the Blitz though. Have you seen one of these for sale lately? Well done my friend, Vince

Hello Gentlemen, Yet another little gem one of my German contacts located for me. Several friends, especially Andy & TJ and I have completed the research on the owner of this medal bar and here it is. Alfred Johannes M?ller (20.08.1909 in Sperbitz bei Dresden-07.02.1997 in Kroberg/Taunus). He entered the Reichswehr 01.04.1929 in 10. Inf. R. (L?bau). After initial training he was promoted Leutn. on 01.05.1933 with a seniority date of 15.10.1932 After serving with Inf. R. Potsdam and then IR 31, he attended the Kriegsakademie from 03.11.1938-25.08.1939. He served in General staff postions through 1944. For a brief period (13.01-13.03.45) he commanded Parachute Regiment 1. Highest Wehrmacht rank attained was Oberstlt. i.G. 01.05.1943. He was a POW from 02.05.1945-28.03.1947. Called to the BGS in 1951 as a Major, he served in various posItions (rising to the rank of Oberstlt. im BGS 24.06.1954) until being called up to the Bundeswehr on 30.06.1956, and promoted Oberst the following day. From then until his retirement on 31.03.1968, he served in staff positions with no troop time or commands. Highest rank attained was Generalmajor- 20.12.1965. The majority of this information came from: Biblio series "Die Generale and admirale der Bundeswehr 1955-1999", volume three. Here are the descriptions of the medals found on his medal bar: 1939/1957 Eisernes Kreuz ? 1939/1967 Iron Cross, 2nd Class Kriegsverdienstkreuz ? War Merit Cross 2nd Class w/Swords 2 Medaillen Dienstauszeichnung f?r 4 und 12 Jahre ? 4 and 12 Years, Long Service Medals Niedersachsen Sturmflutmedaille 1962 ? Niedersachsen Flood medal 1962 Rum?nien Kronenorden mit Schwertern Offizierskreuz ? Rumania Crown Order with Swords - Officer?s Cross Italien Tapferkeitsmedaille in Silber ? Italy Bravery Medal in Silver Deutsch Italienische Feldzugsmedaille ? German/Italian - Africa Campaign Medal And the Medal Bar itself! Any questions, comments or additional information on this Gentleman would be greatly appreciated! Happy Hunting, Vince

Hello Andy, This is wonderful information, Thank you very much! Do you know of a way we can find out what his decorations were? There must a list somewhere, I am surprised they are not in his bio. I look forward to hearing back from you! Many thanks, Vince

Hello Andy, You may have just found him! If I give you my e-mail address will that be large enough for you to send what you have? It is: vindog86@live.com Any chance of a photo in your search? I look forward to working with you on this project! Many thanks, Vince

Yes Sir, My thoughts exactly, just like an American named Smith! This medal bar is on its way to me from Germany. Unfortunately I cannot look yet. The gentleman I purchased it from is well versed in medals, I would be very surprised if he missed that one! One never knows. I kind of agree with your comment about a KVK, I have seen stranger things on medal bars before! At least it has swords!!! Upon its arrival I will inspect it well. Are you saying even the 1957 reissue decorations should have that information on them? I could see the first war time decoration but a 1957? Have you seen this before? Thank you very much for your help, Vince Leone

Hello, It has been a long time since I have tried to do research on a soldier of the German Army. Here is what I have: Offizier der Panzertruppe im Afrikakorps und sp?teren General des Bundesgrenzschutzes M?ller (Officer in the Tanktroops of the Africacorps and later Borderguard General M?ller - the borderguards ment are those of the actual German government). This has come from my purchase of this 1957 medal bar and Panzer Assault Badge in Silver. The seller provided the above information. I am sorry to say I do not have his first name. I would like to locate his service record and a photo would be just wonderful. Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated. My best, Vince