Stephan98k
aka 8x57IS
You've probably wondered what happened when a soldier lost his weapon, here is the answer to this question. As example for a lost K98k in 1944 the soldier had to pay 50 Reichsmark, a lot of money at that time.
Maybe somebody has a Soldbuch with such an entry and shows a picture of it.
Army Decree-Sheet published by the Army High Command
1066. Loss or damage to service equipment which had been used by killed in action or deceased members of the Wehrmacht.
In the case of loss or damage to clothing and equipment as well as to firearms, which had killed in action or deceased members of the Wehrmacht in official service use, a demand on the bereaved (heirless) for the compensation for lost value may not be carried out.
O.K.W., October 8, 1940
---- 2 f 32/Beih. 1 ---- WB (IX a).
Maybe somebody has a Soldbuch with such an entry and shows a picture of it.
Army Decree-Sheet published by the Army High Command
1066. Loss or damage to service equipment which had been used by killed in action or deceased members of the Wehrmacht.
In the case of loss or damage to clothing and equipment as well as to firearms, which had killed in action or deceased members of the Wehrmacht in official service use, a demand on the bereaved (heirless) for the compensation for lost value may not be carried out.
O.K.W., October 8, 1940
---- 2 f 32/Beih. 1 ---- WB (IX a).