Original portrait photograph of a Luftwaffe soldier wearing a M35 or M40 Luftwaffe helmet with the Luftwaffe eagle decal clearly visible on the side. The soldier is also dressed in a Luftwaffe uniform with collar tabs displaying two gulls, indicating a rank of Obergefreiter (Senior Lance Corporal).
Photographer Signature: The photograph is signed by “Julius Drexler, Kiel-Klausheide 28.”, indicating the photographer and possibly the location where the photograph was taken.
Size: This is a larger format photograph, suggesting it was intended as a professional portrait or promotional photograph.
Reverse: The handwritten note reads “Kriegs-Winter 1942”, implying it was taken during the winter of 1942.
This photo remains in excellent condition, with only minor creasing at the edges. A fine addition for collectors of Luftwaffe memorabilia and wartime photography.
Dimensions: 11.5 X 16.5 cm (approx)
