WWII German Luftwaffe Soldbuch Identification Booklet with Photo | Circa 1939–1945
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WWII German Luftwaffe Soldbuch Identification Booklet with Photo | Circa 1939–1945
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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, circa 1939–1945
Description
This authentic World War II-era German Soldbuch (military identification and service booklet) represents a rare and historically significant personal document issued to a member of the Luftwaffe, the aerial warfare branch of wartime Germany.
The booklet retains its original blue cloth cover, featuring a gilt-stamped Luftwaffe eagle emblem and decorative border, now exhibiting natural wear consistent with age and use. Within, the document contains handwritten personal details, official stamps, period ink entries, and an affixed portrait photograph of the soldier in uniform.
Interior pages present multiple official Luftwaffe administrative stamps and unit markings, alongside recorded personal data including physical characteristics, blood type, and gas mask size—standard elements of German military documentation of the period. Ink signatures, regiment identification such as “Inf. Ers. Btl. 335,” and dated entries further support its authenticity and historical use.
Such Soldbücher served as essential identification and service records, carried by German servicemen throughout the war, documenting military service, issued equipment, and medical information.
Features
- Original WWII German Luftwaffe Soldbuch
- Blue cloth cover with gilt eagle insignia
- Period portrait photograph of the soldier
- Handwritten entries with official ink stamps
- Includes physical description, blood type, and unit details
- Multiple Luftwaffe administrative and unit markings
- Compact folding booklet format
Cultural Significance
Personal military documents such as this Soldbuch provide an intimate view into the lives of individual servicemen during World War II. Beyond their collectible value, they function as primary-source artifacts reflecting military organization, identification systems, and the bureaucratic structure of wartime Germany.
Examples retaining original photographs, legible entries, and intact structure are increasingly scarce, making them highly desirable to collectors and historians alike.
Condition
Good antique condition consistent with age and wartime use. The cover displays expected wear, fading, and surface abrasion. Interior pages show toning, handling wear, and natural ink aging. The photograph remains intact, and the booklet is complete and well-preserved overall.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 4.75 in
Width: 3.7 in
Age (Approximate)
80–85 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, circa 1939–1945
Description
This authentic World War II-era German Soldbuch (military identification and service booklet) represents a rare and historically significant personal document issued to a member of the Luftwaffe, the aerial warfare branch of wartime Germany.
The booklet retains its original blue cloth cover, featuring a gilt-stamped Luftwaffe eagle emblem and decorative border, now exhibiting natural wear consistent with age and use. Within, the document contains handwritten personal details, official stamps, period ink entries, and an affixed portrait photograph of the soldier in uniform.
Interior pages present multiple official Luftwaffe administrative stamps and unit markings, alongside recorded personal data including physical characteristics, blood type, and gas mask size—standard elements of German military documentation of the period. Ink signatures, regiment identification such as “Inf. Ers. Btl. 335,” and dated entries further support its authenticity and historical use.
Such Soldbücher served as essential identification and service records, carried by German servicemen throughout the war, documenting military service, issued equipment, and medical information.
Features
- Original WWII German Luftwaffe Soldbuch
- Blue cloth cover with gilt eagle insignia
- Period portrait photograph of the soldier
- Handwritten entries with official ink stamps
- Includes physical description, blood type, and unit details
- Multiple Luftwaffe administrative and unit markings
- Compact folding booklet format
Cultural Significance
Personal military documents such as this Soldbuch provide an intimate view into the lives of individual servicemen during World War II. Beyond their collectible value, they function as primary-source artifacts reflecting military organization, identification systems, and the bureaucratic structure of wartime Germany.
Examples retaining original photographs, legible entries, and intact structure are increasingly scarce, making them highly desirable to collectors and historians alike.
Condition
Good antique condition consistent with age and wartime use. The cover displays expected wear, fading, and surface abrasion. Interior pages show toning, handling wear, and natural ink aging. The photograph remains intact, and the booklet is complete and well-preserved overall.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 4.75 in
Width: 3.7 in
Age (Approximate)
80–85 years old
Learn More
Learn more about the structure and historical role of the German Soldbuch through Adler Militaria
Browse our collection of WWI and WWII Military Artifacts
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