German Kriegsmarine | Naval Service ID Book with Sailor Portrait | Circa 1943
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German Kriegsmarine | Naval Service ID Book with Sailor Portrait | Circa 1943
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Historical Context & Origin
Region: Germany
Material: Paper booklet with cloth-bound cover, ink, and photographic insert
Period: World War II Era, dated 1943
Description
This authentic World War II-era German Kriegsmarine Soldbuch represents a highly collectible and historically significant personal identification and service booklet issued to a member of the German Navy.
The booklet retains its original yellow cloth cover, featuring a printed naval-style insignia design to the exterior. The interior pages display detailed handwritten entries, official Kriegsmarine stamps, and administrative markings, along with an affixed period photograph of the sailor in uniform. The photograph is secured in place with original fasteners and partially overlapped by official ink stamps, consistent with period regulations to prevent tampering.
The document records personal and service-related information including name, identification number, blood group, and equipment details such as gas mask allocation. The issuance date is recorded as 3 March 1943, placing it firmly within the mid-war period of German naval operations.
Kriegsmarine Soldbücher were essential field documents carried by sailors at all times, functioning as identification, pay book, and service record.
Features
- Original WWII German Kriegsmarine Soldbuch
- Yellow cloth cover with printed insignia
- Issued during wartime (dated 1943)
- Original portrait photograph of the sailor
- Multiple official Kriegsmarine stamps and markings
- Handwritten personal and service details
- Compact folding identification booklet format
Cultural Significance
Kriegsmarine Soldbücher are among the most personal surviving artifacts of World War II, offering insight into the daily lives and administrative structure of German naval personnel. Compared to more commonly encountered army examples, Kriegsmarine documents are often considered more desirable due to their relative scarcity and association with naval operations.
Condition
Fair to good antique condition consistent with wartime use. The cover shows heavy wear, staining, and handling marks. Interior pages exhibit toning, ink aging, and use-related wear. The photograph remains intact with expected oxidation around fasteners. Overall, a complete and authentic example with strong visual and historical presence.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 4.75 in
Width: 3.75 in
Age (Approximate)
82 years old
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Descripción
Historical Context & Origin
Region: Germany
Material: Paper booklet with cloth-bound cover, ink, and photographic insert
Period: World War II Era, dated 1943
Description
This authentic World War II-era German Kriegsmarine Soldbuch represents a highly collectible and historically significant personal identification and service booklet issued to a member of the German Navy.
The booklet retains its original yellow cloth cover, featuring a printed naval-style insignia design to the exterior. The interior pages display detailed handwritten entries, official Kriegsmarine stamps, and administrative markings, along with an affixed period photograph of the sailor in uniform. The photograph is secured in place with original fasteners and partially overlapped by official ink stamps, consistent with period regulations to prevent tampering.
The document records personal and service-related information including name, identification number, blood group, and equipment details such as gas mask allocation. The issuance date is recorded as 3 March 1943, placing it firmly within the mid-war period of German naval operations.
Kriegsmarine Soldbücher were essential field documents carried by sailors at all times, functioning as identification, pay book, and service record.
Features
- Original WWII German Kriegsmarine Soldbuch
- Yellow cloth cover with printed insignia
- Issued during wartime (dated 1943)
- Original portrait photograph of the sailor
- Multiple official Kriegsmarine stamps and markings
- Handwritten personal and service details
- Compact folding identification booklet format
Cultural Significance
Kriegsmarine Soldbücher are among the most personal surviving artifacts of World War II, offering insight into the daily lives and administrative structure of German naval personnel. Compared to more commonly encountered army examples, Kriegsmarine documents are often considered more desirable due to their relative scarcity and association with naval operations.
Condition
Fair to good antique condition consistent with wartime use. The cover shows heavy wear, staining, and handling marks. Interior pages exhibit toning, ink aging, and use-related wear. The photograph remains intact with expected oxidation around fasteners. Overall, a complete and authentic example with strong visual and historical presence.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 4.75 in
Width: 3.75 in
Age (Approximate)
82 years old
Learn More
Learn more about World War II Naval service records and Military documentation
Browse our collection of WWI and WWII Military Artifacts
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