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WW2 German Death Card Josef Mehringer 1944 Grenadier Italy KIA1 Available • Pre-owned - Fair
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Original German WWII death card (Sterbebild) for Josef Mehringer, featuring portrait and Marian religious image on reverse (“Mater Dolorosa”). Approx size: 2.5 x 4.5 inches Condition: Light age toning, minor edge wear, small stain on reverse Original period piece Details from card: Rank: Gefreiter Unit: Grenadier Regiment From: Sittelsdorf (farmer’s son) Killed: April 16, 1944 in Italy Age: 19 years, 6 months Translation (front): “In pious remembrance in prayer for the brave soldier Josef Mehringer… who on April 16, 1944, at the age of 19 years 6 months in Italy, suffered a hero’s death. You always wrote to us of a joyful reunion, but fate denied you seeing your homeland again. Rest gently in foreign soil—we will not forget you.” “Lord’s Prayer – Hail Mary” Back: “Mater Dolorosa” (Sorrowful Mother) Keywords: WW2 German death card, Sterbebild, Grenadier, Italy campaign, KIA 1944, Wehrmacht, military ephemera, soldier portrait, WWII paper

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