Family purchased grouping to the WW1 and WW2 veteran Oberst Alfred Santmann. Santmann was awarded the German Cross in gold on 25.5.1942 commanding II./Art.Regiment 168. At the end of the war, Santmann served as commander of Artillerie-Regiment 1352 which was found in late 1944. His Regiment was part of 352. Volksgrenadier-Division and was involved combat in the Ardennes and West Germany in 1944/45.

Santmann's grouping was never available on the market before and comes straight from the family.

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Heer officer's dagger with matching hangers and portepee.

The dagger comes with an unmarked blade. Orange handle (minor chipping). Aluminium pommel and cross guard. The scabbard with two small dents. Both screws in place.

Overall matching patina.

Apart from the hangers in good condition.