Document grouping to Gefreiten (Leutnant) Karl-Heinz Hentzel serving with Infanterie-Regiment 77 and Infanterie-Bataillon z.b.V. 500 (penal battalion). During his service with the penal battalion, he was awarded the 1939 Iron Cross 2nd Class and East Medal. Killed in action on 28.9.1942 in the Caucasus. Noted in his Wehrpaß on page 34.
Heer Wehrpaß issued on 24.4.1936. Original applied photo. His units are listed on page 12. From 21.7.1942 he served with the penal battalion. Both awards are listed on page 23. Page 22 shows his demotion from Leutnant to Gefreiten. Campaign list from 2.9.1941 until 5.1.1942 (Eastern Front). A very rare Wehrpaß!
