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19-82 ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH - AUTOGRAPH - RITTMEISTER MANFRED FREIHERR von RICHTHOFEN. Arguably the single most important autograph coveted by collectors would be that of Rittmeister Manfred Freiherr von Richthofen. The legendary "Red Baron" ("Der Rote Kampfflieger" to the Germans) came to the Imperial German Air Service from the cavalry. He had graduated from military school before the beginning of WW I and had proudly joined an Ulanen Regiment (Ulanen-Regiment Kaiser Alexander III von Rußland (Westpreußisches) Nr 1). Beginning WW I on the Eastern Front, von Richthofen quickly realized that this would not be a war of cavalry charges--of men and their noble steeds facing the enemy, then charging with drawn swords. As the situation rapidly deteriorated to trench warfare, he realized that to charge this enemy he needed a "horse" with wings. Thus he sent a very impertinent letter to his commanding general requesting transfer to the Air Service. After all, he had not joined the cavalry to deliver cheeses! [Pretty cheeky for a young leutnant from the minor nobility in eastern Prussia]. Nevertheless, von Richthofen got his request and received his transfer. Manfred Von Richthofen started his career first as an observer, then wrangled his way into pilot training. His first efforts as a pilot were not exactly successful; he managed to crash his airplane! He did finally pass the course and was assigned to a squadron. At some point after this, Germany’s finest, most successful pilot, Oswald Boelcke, was allowed to institute the first Jagdstaffel. Dubbed Jastas for short, Boelcke’s idea was that single-seater scouts would be assigned to their own squadrons and have the flexibility to prey upon enemy aircraft. They were removed from observation duty (although they did often protect observation planes) and were unleashed on French and British aircraft. Prior to this single-seater planes were assigned to observation squadrons, and on a limited basis the pilots had been allowed to go out and harass enemy planes. Boelcke’s concept went far beyond this. He unleashed "hunting squadrons" on the unprepared enemy. This seems very basic to us but in 1916, barely a decade after the first recorded flight, this was a radical departure from what airplane usage had been prior to that time. Of course this change was heralded by the invention of the "interrupter gear," which allowed machine guns to fire through the blades of a propeller. As Boelcke organized his new squadron, he sought out eager young pilots whom he could mold to this new type of combat. His star pupil was, of course, Manfred von Richthofen. He was even once asked who his best pilot was and who held the greatest promise. Boelcke without a bit of hesitation indicated that it was von Richthofen. Boelcke was killed in a collision with one of his own pilots in October 1916. Von Richthofen witnessed this terrible event where his mentor perished with 40 confirmed victories to his credit. At the time of his death Boelcke had more than DOUBLE the number of his closest contemporary’s kills. Manfred von Richthofen achieved his 16^th victory in January 1917, and was awarded the coveted Pour le Mérite. He was assigned his own Jasta (Jasta 11), which to that point had been an under performing unit. Under his command a quick turnaround soon produced such famous aces as Kurt Wolff, Karl-Emil Schäfer, Karl Allmenröder, Ernst Udet, and Lothar von Richthofen. Such was Manfred von Richthofen’s success that he was given command of the first Fighter Wing, JG 1 (Jagdgeschwader Nr 1). This unit (made up of Jastas 4, 6, 10, and 11) with its brightly colored planes (including Manfred von Richthofen’s red Albatros D. Va and Fokker Dr 1 planes) became the "Flying Circus." Manfred von Richthofen was shot down in July 1917. He narrowly avoided death as he was shot in the head. The reality was that while he took several months to recover he was never the same person. He became morose, brooding and certain that he would not survive the war. He had seen most of the pilots noted above whom he had commanded fall in combat. His flying became erratic. Although he continued to do his duty, this was not the same Manfred von Richthofen of October 1916-July 1917. Finally, in April 1918 he attained his 80^th victory. He was put forward for the award of the Pour le Mérite with Oak Leaves. This was denied and he was instead awarded the Order of the Red Eagle 3^rd Class with Crown and Swords. General Erich von Ludendorff, von Hindenburg’s right arm, scoffed at this denial, saying von Richthofen was worth more than a division for what he did. Finally, on 21 April 1918, what von Richthofen had felt was coming caught up with him. He was shot down while pursuing what he felt was an easy score. Arguments rage to this day whether he was shot down by RAF pilot Roy Brown or Australian machine gunners on the ground. Like his hero Boelcke, who had a squadron named after him on his death (Jasta Boelcke) JG 1 was renamed for Richthofen. It was even carried forward as an elite unit in the Luftwaffe during WW II. Now that we have properly set the stage, today we offer you an original photograph (mounted on postcard stock) of Manfred von Richthofen in a formal parade that contains his autograph. This photograph shows a number of men in formation in stahlhelms before a number of senior officers, including generals. If one looks closely, the second man with a stahlhelm is none other than Manfred von Richthofen. He is wearing his famous Ulanka (tunic for an Ulanen) and on the tunic one can see his Prussian Pilot’s Badge. He is standing ramrod straight at attention. Below him his name can be clearly seen in black ink. The signature is quite clear and distinctive. I do not know at what point in the war this photograph was taken. This item is of particular interest as it is an ORIGINAL photograph, as opposed to one of the popular Sanke Cards that von Richthofen signed in great numbers. A story goes that the adjutant of JG 1 used to go into the country with a stack of the Rittmeister’s signed cards and traded them for food and wine! This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an autograph of the most famous airman of WW I, and one of Germany’s leading military heroes, no matter what era. $3,995.00. . Reduced to $3,495.00!!

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19-183 AUTOGRAPHED COPY - ERNST UDET’S AUTOBIOGRAPHY -"MEIN FLIEGERLEBEN." This is a copy of Ernst Udet’s autobiography. In the 1930's Hermann Göring formed and led the Luftwaffe. As a part of this effort, he encouraged writing about WW I’s air war. Books of all sorts were written and published about WW I’s events, men, planes, etc. Ernst Udet was the highest-scoring ace who survived WW I. He became a leading figure in the Luftwaffe. He encouraged the development of the Stuka dive bomber. He eventually became a political scapegoat and committed suicide. The book is illustrated and has a separate chapter on Manfred von Richthofen. The Baron was impressed with Udet’s work and had him transferred to Jasta 11. The book is dedicated and signed by Udet on its flyleaf, dated December 1937. The signature is clear and bold in black ink. $750.00

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14-138 FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH OF MAX IMMELMANN. This is a simply marvelous larger format portrait photograph of Max Immelmann. The photograph measures 7 1/4" x 3 1/4" and is uniquely mounted in a period frame that would have hung from a wall and measures 12" x 8 1/4." The photograph is an original of one of the most popular of the Sanke Cards produced of Immelmann. It has him standing wearing a bayonet, Iron Cross 1^st Class, Prussian Pilot Badge, and a five-place medal bar. He is also holding his visor cap in his hands. This photo was most likely given to a family member or friend as it is signed in black on the obverse: "Max Dez. 1915." This would have been taken the month before he received the PLM. The portrait photograph is placed in the frame in a way that creates a shadow box effect. The frame, as mentioned previously, is a period type and the wood is brown. Between the brown molding and the gilt trim of the shadow box is a brown velvet that adds to the distinctive look of the frame. $2,495.00

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16-134 XJB DOCUMENT GROUP TO A PILOT. This grouping is offered on consignment. This is an intriguing document group to a man who served as a pilot and squadron commander during WW I. Included in the grouping are the following documents, all for Hermann Krüger:

Promotion Patent for 2. Rheinisches Feldartilleree-Regiment Nr 23 garrisoned in Coblenz. Krüger was promoted to leutnant on 27 January 1910.

Award document for the 1914 Iron Cross 1^st Class. This is a very ornate, large document, as the award for the Iron Cross 1^st Class came on 21 August 1915, barely a year after the war began. Krüger was the Führer of Feld-Flieger-Abteilung Nr 41. This document was signed and bears the unit stamp of a General der Infantrie (equal to a three-star general in the U.S. Army), who commanded the XXVI. Reserve-Armeekorps. This document has been folded. It has some minor separation where the document has been folded. They have not been repaired.

Award document for the Albert Order Knight’s Cross 1^st Class with Swords. At this time Krüger was a hauptmann and commanded Feld-Flieger-Abteilung Nr 41. The document is dated 10 May 1917. It is signed by the King of Saxony, Friedrich August. This is a very high-level award and a bit unusual, since usually this decoration was awarded in the 2^nd Class.

Document for the award of the Commemorative Pilot’s Badge (often referred to as the Retired Pilot’s Badge). At this time Krüger was assigned as the gruppenführer of Flieger 9. This document is dated 24 February 1918. This is a very rare document. It is personally signed by the commander of the Imperial German Air Service (Der Kommandierende General der Luftstreikräfte), Generalleutnant Ernst von Hoeppner. The document bears his bold signature, along with the rubber stamp for his office and command.

It is difficult to find even one document to a man who was an aviator and squadron commander. To find four of them, with three of the four being for awards and badges, is a real treat. The star of this group is the VERY rare document signed by von Hoeppner. It is challenging enough to find the Pilot’s Badge award document. To unearth one for the even rarer Commemorative Pilot’s Badge, and have it signed by the commander of the Imperial German Air Service is a stunning surprise. $2,495.00

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Aviation Related Artifacts

14-175 MESSAGE STREAMER USED FROM A GERMAN AIRPLANE. This is an unusual message streamer. It was flown from German airplanes to deliver written messages to German troops operating on the ground. This item is a red and white cloth that measures 29 1/2" x 8 3/4". There is a long metal-like spike, which gives the streamer some weight as it floats to the ground. The material is in very good condition. $395.00 . .

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Cigarette Cases and Cigarette Boxes

14-288 AVIATION-RELATED CIGARETTE BOX. This is a metal box measuring 3 1/4" x 5" x 1 1/4." At first glance one would think this box is made of a burled wood. In fact, it has been painted to give it just such an appearance. It is actually metal! Mounted on the lid is the propeller of an airplane. Some leaves are intertwined between the blades of the propeller and the center hub. This device is silver-toned. It looks most handsome affixed to the top of the box. Inside, the box is lined with cedar, which would have been ideal for protecting the freshness of tobacco products. Thus, this box probably was intended to hold cigarettes on the desk of an aviator. I cannot tell if this is wartime production or postwar. It is interesting and reasonably priced. $125.00

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21-47 XLD ZEPPELIN CIGARETTE CASE. This is a very high-quality cigarette case that has a full-sized Commemorative Airship Badge on the front. Also on the front of the case are the initials "HS," engraved in the upper left corner. There are some designs engraved into the exterior of the cigarette case. On the catch the case is marked Alpaca, which denotes that the makeup of the case is essentially nickel(German silver). Both elastic keepers in the interior of the case are present. The case has a nice patina to it. Overall, it is in fine condition. $1,050.00 Reduced to $895.00!!

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Aviation-Related Desk Items

24-15 INK BLOTTER MADE FROM A PROPELLER. This is a unique ink blotter that makes an interesting desk piece. The blotter is made of segments of wood from a propeller(I cannot say whether it is British, American, French, or German). The top of it has a hand-carved propeller that measures 5". The top unscrews to allow access to the bottom of the blotter. This way the blotting paper could be removed when it became too soiled. This would look great on your desk. $150.00

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14-256 TABLE MEDAL - EAST WEST TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT 1928. This is an ultra high quality table medal that commemorates the East to West Trans Atlantic Passage. This flight was made by pilots von Hünefeld and Hermann Köhl, who was a WW I PLM winner. The flight took place on 13 April 1928. It was actually more difficult than Charles Lindbergh's’s West to East trip, which, even today, is assisted by favorable tail winds. The reverse of the table medal shows the plane that was used. It also announces that the takeoff point was Bremen. The table medal is manufacturer hallmarked and silver hallmarked for .900 silver on the edge. $250.00 .

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Plates & Tableware

14-293 SOUP BOWL FOR PLM WINNER AND WWII LUFTWAFFE GENERAL ARTHUR LAUMANN. Arthur Laumann was born in 1894. When the war began in August 1914, Laumann volunteered and served in 3. Rheinisches Feld-Artillerie-Regiment Nr 83. (This regiment was newly raised in 1912 and garrisoned in Bonn-Düren). Having spent much of the war at the front, Laumann was finally accepted for pilot training in August 1917. In March 1918 he was posted to FA(A) 265. In May of 1918 he was transferred to single-seater service with Jasta 66. He briefly commanded this jasta as Jastaführer from July-August 1918. He was then honored to be transferred to Jasta 10, which was one of the four squadrons that had been assigned to JG 1 (later known as Jagdgeschwader Nr 1 Freiherr von Richthofen after the death of the famed ace in April 1918) under the initial command of Manfred von Richthofen. {Upon his death in April 1918 von Richthofen was succeeded by his hand-picked replacement, Wilhelm Reinhard. Reinhard was killed while testing aircraft in July 1918. The final commander of JG 1 was none other than Hermann Göring, who remained the commander until the armistice in November 1918. Interestingly prior to the air crash that took the life of Reinhard, the airplane was flown by Göring! Those of you who are fans of The Blue Max by Jack D. Hunter may find this similar to the crash of then Jastaführer Otto Heidemann immediately after Bruno Stachael flew the plane}. Returning to Laumann, after he joined JG 1 in August 1918 he received the 1914 Iron Cross 1^st Class and the Knight’s Cross with Swords of the Hohenzollern House Order in late September. On 25 October 1918 Laumann was awarded one of the last Orden’s Pour le Mérite given to a pilot. It was the last one awarded to a member of JG 1. Laumann finished the war with a total of TWENTY-EIGHT confirmed victories. Laumann rejoined the Luftwaffe in the 1930's and was an early commander of JG 26, which was the most famous of the Luftwaffe fighter wings during WW II. Toward the end of WW II he served as the Air Attache at the German embassies in Greece and Yugoslavia. He died in 1970. This soup bowl is 9 ½" in diameter. The bowl is one of amazing quality. It sports a magnificent gold trim at the edges with a wide band of black. A stylized "L" for Laumann appears on the black in gold. Underneath the bowl is manufacturer hallmarked, but I do not recognize the firm which produced it. This is an important artifact from a well-known WW I fighter pilot and a member of JG 1 during the final months of the Great War. $425.00 . . .

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14-267 BAVARIAN BEER STEIN FOR FELDFLIEGER ABTEILUNG Nr 7. This is an attractive example of a beer stein from one of the early war Bavarian squadrons, Feldflieger Abteilung Nr 7. This stein is quite large. It holds a full litre, compared to most steins and krugs that we see that hold half a litre. This stein stands 11" tall. It has a marvelous exterior topped by a pewter lid. Its thumb opening device features a rampant Bavarian Lion. Engraved on the lid is "Zum Andenken a. s. Kameraden (In Remembrance of our Comrades)." Hand painted on the exterior of the stein is a shield, topped by a crown. It has a propeller through its center. Below that appears the inscription "Bayr. Feld-Flieger=Abt. 7." On the bottom of the stein we see that it was manufactured by Mettlach. Due to the markings on the base it is very likely that this stein was manufactured in the 1920's or 1930's, as opposed to during WW I. It is in excellent condition and shows honest age and wear. $1,350.00

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14-197 WW I AVIATION PLATES. This is a most unusual set of three plates that features a German biplane in flight. It appears to be an early war observation plane with a two man crew aboard. The plates are white with a blue border around the edge. In the 12 o’clock position appears the airplane with the initials M. F. S. around it. The reverse of each piece indicates that it was manufactured by the firm of Rosenthal from Bavaria. Under that appears "Franz Kreski Bromberg," which may have been the store that sold them, but I am not sure about this. There are three plates in the set, two of them are dinner size plates which are 9 3/4" in diameter. The third is oval shaped and would measure 10 ½" x 6 3/4" at the widest points. The plates are well used (signs of use in the center from meals is evident where forks, knives or spoons were used), but the blue border and the airplane motif are in exceptional condition. I would estimate these plates to be from 1913-1917. A unique aviation item from the war. I would prefer to sell these as a group but would consider selling them individually. Please call or write for a price on an individual piece. $395.00

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Miscellaneous Items

14-319 BAVARIAN AVIATION STICKPIN. This is an unusual, aviation-related, Bavarian stickpin. The badge it is based on generally is portrayed as a mobilization badge used in 1914 before WW I’s beginning. A legitimate Prussian flight badge also employs the same theme. While I have not seen the Bavarian mobilization badge, I feel this stickpin is the same variation. The miniature badge atop the stickpin measures 1" x 1/2." Its Wittelsbach Crown is open and of amazingly high quality. The pin is knurled, which is typical of high-grade stickpins. It is hallmarked on the reverse for the firm Lerch. It is also hallmarked for silber and .950. This is an ultra-high-quality stickpin that I first owned about ten years ago, and recently reacquired it. $475.00

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14-323 XJB BAVARIAN FLYERS’ ASSOCIATION BADGE. This is a consignment item. This is a badge for a veteran who was a member of a Bavarian Flyer’s Association. It is very well made and measures 1" x  1 1/2." On the reverse we see that it was manufactured by Deschler of Munich. $295.00

 

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14-317 AVIATION DONATION BADGE. During the Imperial German Period, the German people were very supportive of aviation efforts. Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin turned to the German people for financial support when one of his zeppelins crashed and was destroyed. Zeppelin Spende Tags were quite popular in Germany, and large amounts of money were raised. The same thing was done to help raise money for airplanes.  Today we offer a different variation of an aviation donation medal. The example is made of zinc. It shows an early, two-winged aircraft. The medal measures 1 1/2" in diameter. Attached to the medal is a ribbon with three rows of black, and two of white. On the back of the ribbon a small eyelet is sewn in to allow it to hang from a garment. It is an intriguing variation. $75.00

 

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14-312 CLOCK IN AIRPLANE PROPELLER’S CENTER. Today we offer a rather unusual piece. It is constructed from pieces of a propeller. The main piece is the propeller’s center, including the hub. The main piece measures 15 ½" x 8" x 4 ½." A circular brass disc measures 6 ½" in diameter. Six large bolts appear on the disc. In the center of the disc is a space that measures 2 ½" in diameter. Inside this space a small alarm clock has been installed that measures 2 3/4" in diameter. The central portion of the display rests on four pieces of propeller that have been fashioned into legs. These four legs are in turn attached to the base, which is also a part of a propeller. The stand is 15 ½" x 5 1/4" x 3/4." On the stand, the propeller display is 15 3/4" tall. It is a rather impressive piece. The graining to the various parts of the propeller that have been glued together is quite handsome. The alarm clock does tick when I wind it. I am unable to set it, however. Thus, we must consider this a static display, unless the new owner wants to tinker with the eliciting clock or replace it with another. In a manner of speaking, this might be considered an offshoot of trench art. That said, it is VERY unusual to see such a large piece like this. It is very striking to look at. For you aviation collectors, it is a nifty piece. $1,195.00

 

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14-65 1912 AVIATION DONATION DAY MEDAL. In Germany both before and during the war there was a tremendous interest in some of the newer services of the armed forces. This included the zeppelin, submarine, and air services. Count von Zeppelin was always receiving donations from the general public to help finance his efforts, especially when his airships crashed and he needed to start over again. The interest in supporting U-boat development and airplanes was equally as robust. This medal was given in 1912 to people who donated money to the cause. The obverse features an eagle in flight and the reverse has National Flugspende 1912. I have had perhaps two of these in the past, but I have never seen what the ribbon looked like until now. It is quite tattered as it was made of silk with a single large band of white flanked by two smaller black bands. Attached to the top is the original small safety pin which was attached the medal to a person’s clothing. The bronze toned medal is in excellent shape and perhaps if the original ribbon had been made of cotton or something other than silk it would have held up better. A really interesting pre war item of aviation in Germany. $95.00.

 

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14-49 PATRIOTIC PIN WITH THE FLIEGERTRUPPEN DEVICE. This very long pin is about 4" wide. It has a metal winged propeller as used on officer shoulder boards which has been soldered to a cross piece. A very well made patriotic piece for a wife, sweetheart, etc. $150.00.

 

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14-196 COIN PURSE WITH AVIATION SCENE. This is a small leather change purse which has a silver scene showing a plane flying over the country side as seen on the Prussian Pilot Badge. In very nice condition. $150.00

 

 

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14-260 FRAMED REPRODUCTION OF PRUSSIAN ARMY PILOT BADGE. While I cannot say with certainty when this was produced, this is a framed representation of a Prussian Army Pilot Badge. From the look of the framing, I would say that it is at least 20 years old and possibly even older. The pilot badge, while full size, does not appear to be full depth. I cannot say if it was made from a metal of some sort or if it is possibly a resin casting. It does have pleasant detail and is very attractive. The frame that encloses the pilot badge measures 5 1/4" x 5 1/4." It would be more accurately described as a shadow box arrangement. There are no mounting hooks on the reverse, but that would be easy enough to remedy. It also can stand on its own on a table, desk, or book case. $75.00

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14-346 DOORSTOP SHAPED - FRENCH SPAD OR NIEUPORT.  This is a doorstop, which keeps a door from moving or from slamming shut. It dates to the 1920's or 1930's. The doorstop is configured like a French Spad or Nieuport. It measures 20" long and 9 1/2" tall. Areas at the wheel and at the tail allow the clever device to sit smoothly on the floor. It is heavy, weighing a total of 5 lbs. It is in very good condition and would look great holding the door to your study or collecting room. I would use it myself, but I have a thundering herd of cats who drive me crazy running in and out. It is absolutely charming. There will be extra shipping due to the weight of this item. $195.00

 

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14-356 FABRIC SECTION - GERMAN AIRCRAFT. It has been eight-to-ten years since we have offered you fabric from a German airplane. This is a most impressive section of original aircraft fabric in the traditional lozenge design. It measures 5 1/4" x 5." You may not be able to see it in the attached photographs, but the swatch contains aircraft dope (which is correct) rather than varnish (which just sinks into the fabric). It gives the fabric a shiny finish. A small, period tag is sewn to the fabric. It measures 1 1/2" x 3 1/2." (It is not totally square. A patch measuring 2" x 3" prevents it). The tag says "Under surface camouflage fabric removed from a crashed German machine November 1918." $395.00 TP

 

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14-360 XJMcC ENGRAVED PRUSSIAN ARMY PILOT BADGE - ENGRAVED 1914 IRON CROSS 1^st CLASS - VIZEFELDWEBEL GUSTAV SCHNIEDEWIND. This is a consignment item. Today we offer a fine Prussian Army Pilot Badge and a handsome 1914 Iron Cross 1^st Class, both of which are engraved. Their owner’s name was Vizefeldwebel Gustav Schniedewind. He serving in an army infantry regiment before WW I began. He transferred to a Pionier-Battalion, where he served early in the war. He transferred to the Air Service in 1916. He served in an observation squadron at first, then again near the war’s end. In between he flew with Jasta 1(F) and Jasta 17. During that stint, he shot down a total of five airplanes and two balloons. He flew in Palestine. Schniedewind received the Gold Military Merit Cross as his highest award. His grouping includes a Prussian Army Pilot Badge, which was presented to him by his fellow pilots on 23 May 1918. It was the same day when he was seriously wounded flying for Jasta 1(F). The badge boasts fine detailing on the obverse. The reverse exhibits the dedication to him. Also, it is hallmarked .800 silver above the catch. Below the catch is a weep hole indicating that the badge is a two-piece hollow example. The 1914 Iron Cross 1^st Class is a non vaulted (flat) example. The obverse’s paint rates about 90%. The reverse is engraved with 9 October 1917. (It took place after his fourth victory with Jasta 17). Research is available about this ace, which you will enjoy. $1,895.00WG

 

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