A third reich period German RAD (National Labour Service/Reichsarbeitsdienst) “Dienstauszeichnung” (Long Service Award) for 12 Years of Service (3rd Class)
As the carrier made its way across the top of a dyke
with hallmark on a ring
and many were knocked out of the battle
with a leather scabbard constructed of black leather featuring a replacement leather snap-button closure to secure the knife into place
Germany, Heer. A Soldbuch & Medals To Wachtmeister Bartylla, Bataillon 164 In Metz Archive A third reich period GermanDated 28 August 1939, measuring 105 mm (w) x 145 mm (h), with 26 pages of records, includes an obituary of Bartyllas brother Paul, who died on 27 September 1943 while in service with the Kriegsmarine in the North Sea, age appropriate material fatigue evident, otherwise in better than very fine condition. Includes an identification tag, constructed of aluminum, stamped with three suspension loops, the obverse with a dual inscription of W. M. A. Zwittau