A Crete surviving J1 Juncker para!

[Giel VW]

Hi guys,

This bugger went through Crete, made it through the war but sadly its owner didn't

Hope you guys like this special one!

Giel

[AndyC]

It looks like it have had a hard life...



Andy

[Thomas Durante]

A true soldier! Certainly has the been-there look, great wear pattern and patina on this one Giel. Any info on the recipient and which units he served with? Must be one of the first paratroopers I would think with such a badge like this early Juncker.

Tom

[Adam S.]

What's the provenance?

[Giel VW]

Hi guys

Thanks for the first replies!

I erased the photos of the lot for now as I need to look some things up myself. I didn't notice in in hand, but when I scanned and posted the badge I noticed there was a name scratched in the wreath.

I was able to buy this whole lot which came straight from the family. The lot included not only his decoration but also his documents which I had to let go because the price went skyhigh due to the ehrekette which was also with it. I was left with this badge, ek1, ek2, a compas, shoulderboards and a handfull of mini's.

[fdodge]

Wow Giel. Great score

[AFF96]

Congrats Giel!! I just love these been there done that attributed badges.....a stunner

[Atomic]

Really a very nice battle worn J1 para with a eventful life.Great catch Giel!Pieces directly from the vet family are always special.

Regards
Joachim

[Nick Carraway]

Top shelf Giel! That is a stunning early para. Add the history to it and you have a score!

[greg1878]

Lovely Giel, I bet that eagle could tell a few stories
Greg

[Ludwig]

Nice one!

[Giel VW]

Thanks guys!

Here's the little grouping

[Christopher G.]

Very nice Giel! Hopefully you and the other owner can exchange information should one of you decide to sell and hopefully one day reunite the group.

Congrats one a fine group!

Regards,
Chris

[Eddie]

Another super find Giel

[Steven Baumgartner]

I love the worn look to this one! What do you think is the reason for all the scratch marks on the back of the eagle?