Documents from World War II,

An extraordinary collection of documents from World War II, offering a unique glimpse into the personal life of a family during the war years, this compilation is a true treasure trove for historians and document collectors who seek to bring history to life through personal testimonies and records. The collection includes two labor books belonging to Hildegard and Franz, a “Deutsches Familien-Stammbuch” (German family record book), a Reich Labor Service pass, a small notebook with nine handwritten pages, including names, addresses, and the note “Captured on 18.11.1944,” along with other names and dates. There is also a handwritten field post letter from a pastor, informing the wife of her husband’s disappearance on 17.11.1944, a poignant wartime testimony stamped with Field Post Number 07161/A, showing traces of reinforcement at three points on the back. Additional personal documents include a birth and baptism certificate, marriage certificate, two apprenticeship contracts, professional confirmations, a repatriation discharge certificate, and a marriage license. The collection also features 25 photographs offering a window into family life, with three large school photos, an atelier portrait, and 20 additional images, including one of a young WWII soldier. Other intriguing materials are a soldier’s service book (Soldbuch), a membership booklet of the Austrian Metalworkers’ Union, a driving permit issued by the City of Vienna for municipal trams, and an apprenticeship certificate from the Vienna Small Trade Association. This collection provides exceptional documentation of the living conditions and challenges of the time, offering valuable insights into personal stories during the war. For historians and collectors of wartime documents, this compilation is a remarkable addition that makes history immediate and tangible, with age-appropriate wear.