26th Contemporary History Auction

Bidding on 285 lots has ended on 18th November 2018. 85% of all lots sold

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Knacke, Reinhold / Kammhuber - letter of recommendation

Knacke, Reinhold / Kammhuber - letter of recommendation

LOT 34-0072
SOLD
Auction ended        18th November 2018  |  02:47 pm CET
RESULT
105,00
EXCL. BUYER’S PREMIUM: 17,5 %

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Description
Original letter of recommendation by General Josef Kammhuber as "Der Kommandierende General des XII. Fliegerkorps" and commander of all Nachtjagd units.
Original ink signature. 5.11.1942 dated. 
 
He recommends Reinhold Knacke (Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves) to be promoted a Hauptmann stating he is credited with 39 aerial victories and his achievements as "Staffelkapitän".
He descirbed Hauptmann Reinhold Knacke as one of the most successfull nightfighters.  
 
Original photo of four young Leutnants showing Reinhold Knacke to the right.
 
DIN A4. Very good condition.

Condition
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