Can anyone tell me what kind of document this is? Is there any value to it, I will probably just keep it unless I can trade it for something I could use.
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This document from Generalfeldmarshall Georg von Klücher reads as a Letter of Commendation; it translates as follows:
"I would like to express my full appreciation to you for brave and cold-blooded bombshells on Wolossovo on August 31, 1942.
"In the last minute, you have been able to extinguish a railway wagon loaded with 400 grenades and already burning. By this act, you have removed one of the troops and the station Wolossovo threatening danger."
The city of Wolossovo is located in the area of Leningrad.
Br. James -
It looks like 3./Feldzeug Bataillon 24 kept their cool during a Russian bombardment and managed to save the railway station by dealing with a wagon loaded with shells.
An interesting document, though it would be good to see it out of the frame.
MichaelComment
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With greatest respect, couple of minor clarifications -Originally posted by Br. James View Post
He's commended for his bravery and cold-blooded response (in this sense, staying cool and calm in the face of extreme danger) during an enemy air raid...
and he prevented a troop quarters from being destroyed.
best,
HUnless it was nighttime, or the weather was bad, and you were running out of gas - then it was a sweaty nightmare, like a monkey f*ing a skunk.
~ Dan Hampton, Viper PilotComment
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Thanks for the clarification of vernacular usage, Hank! Very helpful in understanding this document.
Cheers,
Br. JamesComment
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Thanks for the help. I thought about trading it, but I got it for a fair price so I think I might keep it. It's an interesting piece of history.Comment
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Agreed. A nice addition to any collection especially at a decent price.Originally posted by twoodson412 View PostComment
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