An original World War II German Luftwaffe photograph depicting a Luftwaffe non-commissioned officer (NCO) standing outside a military building while wearing his service uniform and visor cap (Schirmmütze).
Visible details include the Luftwaffe breast eagle, Luftwaffe collar insignia, NCO shoulder boards, belt buckle, and service visor cap. The photograph offers an attractive full-length view of the uniform and equipment worn by Luftwaffe personnel during the war.
The reverse bears a contemporary handwritten inscription reading “April 43”, providing a desirable period date to the photograph.
Condition
Good original condition with light age wear. Minor handling marks consistent with age. Reverse bears a period handwritten notation dated April 1943.
Specifications
Period: Third Reich (1933–1945)
Country: Germany
Branch: Luftwaffe
Type: Original Period Photograph
Subject: Luftwaffe NCO Standing Outdoors
Material: Photographic Paper
Dimensions: 9 × 14 cm
Dating: Handwritten “April 1943” on reverse
Originality: Original period photograph
Historical Note
Original dated photographs of Luftwaffe personnel are sought after by collectors as they document authentic uniforms and equipment in use during specific periods of the Second World War. Handwritten dates added by the original owner further enhance their historical appeal and provenance.
