Heer Officer Brocade Belt in Box w/ Armband – Veteran Bring Back

Product Description: An exceptional Heer Officer Brocade Belt in Box w/ Armband – Veteran Bring Back, preserved as a complete wartime trophy brought home by 1st Lt. Edward H. Kennerdell. This remarkable set includes a finely detailed Heer officer brocade belt, matching aiguillette, NSDAP BeVo armband, original presentation box, and accompanying capture paperwork, providing a compelling provenance directly linked to its wartime acquisition.

The brocade belt, aiguillette and armband remain in near-mint condition. The original box exhibits some wear to the bottom and remains structurally sound. Overall, this set is in excellent-plus to near mint condition and represents a rare opportunity to acquire a visually striking and historically significant war trophy, complete with original “bring back” captured papers. This Heer Officer Brocade Belt in Box w/ Armband – Veteran Bring Back is a highly desirable example for collectors of German military dress and wartime bring-backs.

Historical Description: A compelling group of WWII U.S. Army Veteran War Trophies, representing tangible remnants of personal service and battlefield experience during the Second World War. Such trophies were often collected by American soldiers as mementos of their campaigns in Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific, serving both as keepsakes and symbols of their participation in historic military operations. Common items included enemy equipment, insignia, helmets, small arms components, and personal effects, each carrying direct connections to the conflicts and locations where they were acquired.

These war trophies offer a unique lens into the daily lives of servicemen, reflecting both the challenges of combat and the traditions of collecting battlefield souvenirs during the mid-20th century. Each piece provides historical context and provenance, making such collections particularly valued by historians and collectors alike for their authenticity, narrative power, and enduring connection to the individual experiences of U.S. Army personnel during World War II.

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