A thread about the Kampfgruppen

[torstenbel]

Hi Delta, where did you find that pic? I did not think that any of those would be still be around and in existence ... wow. Cheers, Torsten.

That´s the IFA F9 309/4, the military version of the IFA F9. The F9 309/4 was developed for the national peoples army.



delta576

[tony james]

Nice car . i like the looks if it.

[delta576]

Hi Delta, where did you find that pic? I did not think that any of those would be still be around and in existence ... wow. Cheers, Torsten.

... Source: http://v2.virtualhost24.de/53650398dd00c734a/index.html

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Thanks, I like the look of it. The modern photo. is it yours?

Hihihihi .......... No, it isn't!!! I found this pic with google. ;o)

delta576

[torstenbel]

says on that website that there are only three known examples of that model F9 still about ... I had never seen this version before ... very nice

[delta576]

....back to the KAMPFGRUPPEN.

Here are some pic of the KG Rostock:
























delta576

[Guardian 5]

Genossen,

Here are additional photos from the series that depicted the KdA fighter wearing a grenade pouch on his belt.

I look forward to seeing what other sharp-eyed viewers will pick out from the rest of the pictures.

We'll start out with a KdA fighter standing by a VOPO officer while observing the field exercise.

On the back of the photo, the following is written: "Tü 76 / 17.09.78".

I am guessing this means Truppenubungsplatz 76, September 17, 1978.

All the best,
TJ

[Guardian 5]

Nice action pic.

[Guardian 5]

Here a small unit leader is seen juggling binos, a radio, and a map sheet; a scene familiar to armies around the world.

[Guardian 5]

Oops, the pic didn't take, here it is again.

[Guardian 5]

"At the ready" - Note the presence of the NBC suit carried in approved NVA fashion.

[Guardian 5]

"Your field of fire is from the old ruin to the fallen tree..."

[Guardian 5]

Gratuitous a$$ shot. You're welcome.

Note elasticized waist on the tunic.

"Tü 76 / 17.08.78" is written on the back.

[Guardian 5]

RPK gunners take five.

[Guardian 5]

"Gebt feuer!"

[Guardian 5]

P.O.W. or medevac?