Germany, NSDAP. A Kurhessen Greeting Plaque inscribed “Kurhessen Greets its Guests” by Gebrüder Fest Archive who saw extensive wartime service

who saw extensive wartime service with both Schützen-Regiment 12 and Panzergrenadier-Regiment 12 of 4

Footnote: The 2nd Jäger Battalion initially fought in France

The inside of the pouch was formerly divided into two sections by the use of a narrow horizontal strap near the top but it has been lost to time

reverse inscribed "MOD OCH KUNSKAPER" inside an open-ended wreath of laurel leaves

As noted on the dust jacket: "This unique book is an account of the Arctic and Antarctic Expeditions between 1818 and 1961

Germany, NSDAP. A Kurhessen Greeting Plaque inscribed “Kurhessen Greets its Guests” by Gebrüder Fest Archive who saw extensive wartime serviceIn silvered bronze; maker marked Gebrder Fest, Hanau A M on reverse; measuring 109 mm x 60 mm; extremely fine condition.