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Original Wehrmacht Erkennungsmarke (ID disc) belonging to Kraftfahr Ersatz Abteilung 27, stamped with the soldier’s personal number 5622 and blood group “A”. The unit, Krf. Ers. Abt. 27, served as a motor transport replacement and training battalion that provided drivers and mechanics to front-line motorised units.
This soldier was assigned to 1. Kompanie (1st Company). The unit was attached to the 157th Infantry Division, later absorbed into the 467th Infantry Division after the 157th’s destruction during the Eastern Front campaigns.
Ersatz-Abteilungen were responsible for training and replacing casualties within their specific service branch. Kraftfahr Ersatz Abteilung 27 was headquartered in Germany and provided replacements for motorised and logistics troops serving on both the Eastern and Western Fronts.
After the destruction of the 157th Infantry Division in late 1944, surviving personnel and support units were reassigned to the 467th Infantry Division, a reconstituted defensive formation operating in southern Germany until the war’s end.
Excellent relic-grade condition with full legibility of text and original patina. Light oxidation and age wear consistent with ground-found examples.
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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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