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Original WWII German Sterbebild (death card) commemorating Obergefreiter Andreas Höfer of an infantry regiment, who was killed in action on 22 July 1941 during the invasion of the Soviet Union near Dolschek from a gunshot wound to the head. Born in St. Pantaleon, he died at age 24 in the opening phase of Operation Barbarossa.
The card features his portrait in uniform and a devotional verse beneath, bordered in black for mourning. The reverse shows religious artwork of Christ receiving a soul, symbolising eternal peace. Printed by Innviertler Verlagsgesellschaft, Braunau, this is an early-war example of a soldier’s memorial from the Eastern Front.
Issued during the early months of Germany’s 1941 invasion of the Soviet Union, this card honours one of the countless young men who perished in the brutal opening campaign. Such memorials served as both remembrance and religious consolation for families at home.
Fair to good condition with light creasing and minor edge wear. Image and text remain clear.
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Did a lot of comparing before buying and ended up here. Item turned up exactly as pictured, which honestly is all I ask for these days. Packaging was solid too. Would buy again.
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Not my first militaria purchase, but probably the first time I didn’t feel like I had to “decode” the listing. Straightforward, clear photos, realistic condition notes. That alone earns trust.
What I liked most was the way the history was presented. Factual and clearly written for collectors instead of glorifying anything. That matters to me.
Bought one piece initially just to test the waters. Ended up placing another order a week later. That should say enough.
Everything arrived on time and matched the listing. No drama, no excuses, no surprises. That’s increasingly uncommon with online militaria.
First time ordering from overseas and I was a bit hesitant. Communication was great, shipping was fast and the item arrived in the condition shown. Very good!
I collect mainly German pieces and I was pleasantly surprised by how accurate the description was. Nothing overstated, nothing hidden. Kind of rare now. Very happy with the purchase.
I don’t usually leave reviews, but this one felt deserved. Honest listing, fair price, no nonsense. The piece now sits proudly in my collection. Thanks Mr. Taylor
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