Laurence Strong

Thanks Jock

Larry

Very interesting.

Larrry

Hi Jock

This is a veterans organization, correct?

If so, why would most of those pages be empty?

Larry

One thing I have not gotten into yet...personal kit. Thanks for showing it Jock

Larry

I wonder how many unknown bunker/tunnels remain to be found in Europe? Interesting . Thanks for posting the link.

Larry

Amazing display

Larry

http://www.defensenews.com/article/20141015/DEFREG04/310150045/Campaign-Against-Islamic-State-Named-Operation-Inherent-Resolve-

Larry

I have a collection of stamps as well. Not very big and just a collection of world stamps. As Norman stated a piece of history and some very nice images and themes to collect.

Larry

Interesting. Thanks for posting

Larry

The Staatlicher Aufbaulehrgang was a programme designed to prepare suitable candidates for teacher-training at higher training colleges (Hochschulen der Lehrerbildung) and the pupils spent 4 years at the school with the aim of achieving the 'Abitur' (educational standard which was a prerequisite for university attendance). The school in Mehlsack was originally designated as 'Staatlicher Aufbaulehrgang Ermland' and was housed in a part of the monastery in Mehlsack from 1.4.1938.

http://www.hj-research.com/forum/f42/lehrerbildungsanstalt-mehlsack-staatlicher-aufbaulehrgang-ermland-4710/

Hope it helps

Larry

There some written info here, go to "Other Awards".:

http://users.skynet.be/hendrik/

Larry

Interesting, there could not have been many members......

Larry

Any chance of tracing him thru the order hanging around his neck?

Larry

Interesting find Jock. Do you have a large book co;;ection?

Larry

To see the power of a metal detector, read "Quest for the Lost Roman Legions: Discovering the Varus Battlefield" by Tony Clunn. Clunn alternates between his incredible modern quest, and the ancient tale of the Roman occupation of Germany (based upon actual finds from the battlefield) that ultimately ended so tragically in the peat bogs of Kalkriese.

Larry

Lucky man.

Might have to check out a metal detector......

Larry

Hi

Many thanks for a very interesting and well put together article.

Looking forward to seeing more

Many thanks :cheers;

Larry

Hi Jock

You sound like a grandparent

How many do you have?

Sincerely

Larry

Welcome back. Very nice collection Windu. I would be interested in hearing more about the grouping you posted.

Note: the Grand Star and sash there, the Bintang RI Pratama (Bintang RI 4th class) is one of only two Bintang RI Pratama ever awarded.

Are you saying that is one of the 2 awarded? Do you know who it belonged too?

Thanks for posting

Sincerely

Larry

Except for the 3rd Division -which could be a color issue - the Division patches are consistent with Canadian tradition going back to WW1. 3rd Cdn Div has traditional had a "French Grey" patch:

http://www.canadiansoldiers.com/vehicles/markings/formationsigns.htm

Larry

KStN 21 (1.11.1941) http://www.wwiidaybyday.com/ shows a Gerätwart (Drogist) (zugl.Kw.Beifahr.), as part of the " IVb (zugl.Divisionsarzt)". Would this be filled by an Apotheker?

Thanks for your time

Larry

Dear gentlemen, is it possible to acquire rang lists by having them sent to an e-mail?

Hello

Send me your email address and I Will try to send you a copy.

I received it in large packets and they are apparently too large for my email server to send. Also I am not overly computer savey and seem unable to remedy the situation,

Sincerely

Larry

Apparantly it's known as the "Dachau pirate skull trap"....

http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/forums/showthread.php?t=288096&highlight=Fake+SS+traps&page=2

Larry

Interesting...thanks for that Robin

Larry

Hi All

Is there any chance of figuring out who the man was?

Many thanks

Larry