This item belonged to Hauptmann H.A., recipient of the German Cross in gold, the Close Combata Clasp in silver and holder of several Tank Destruction Badges in silver. He commanded 14./Gren.Rgt.253 which was part of 34 Infanterie-Division. Hauptmann A. defended a bridge of the Dnepr river with two Assault Guns of 3./Pz.Jäg.Abt.34 allowing the XXIV. Korps to cross the river. This avoided the destruction of 4 Wehrmacht divisions. His commander, Oberst Ferndinad Hippel (commander of 34.Inf.Div.) was awarded the Knight's Cross on the same day: 22.10.1943.
Grouping of Hauptmann H.A.'s wife and her first husband who served with the Luftwaffe and was killed in action.
Several interesting technical related photos as well photos of her and her first husband in Luftwaffe uniform. A comprehesive grouping with room for a lot of additional research.
Over 200 photographs in total containing many period time family photos.
