(WORLD WAR TWO.) Occupation broadside issued by the United States military government in Frankfurt,
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Militaria & War MemorabiliaRelated Militaria & War Memorabilia
More Items in Militaria & War Memorabilia
View MoreRecommended Collectibles
View MoreItem Details
Description
(WORLD WAR TWO.) Occupation broadside issued by the United States military government in Frankfurt, 4 days after the German surrender. Broadside, 16½ x 23½ inches, in parallel English and German; partial separations at folds, other minor wear. Frankfurt am Main, Germany: Gerhard Blümlein, 12 May 1945 The United States Army. led by the 5th Infantry Division, captured the German city of Frankfurt am Main on 29 March 1945. Germany surrendered effective 8 May, and this broadside was issued in Frankfurt four days later. It announces a curfew: "No person within the Stadtkreis Frankfurt will be permitted to circulate on the streets without a permit of Military Government between the hours of 2100 and 0500. . . . Military guards are instructed to shoot any persons seen outside their houses after hours who attempt to hide or escape." None traced in OCLC or at auction.
Buyer's Premium
- 30%
(WORLD WAR TWO.) Occupation broadside issued by the United States military government in Frankfurt,
Estimate $400 - $600
1 bidder is watching this item.
Get approved to bid.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in New York, NY, usOffers In-House Shipping
Local Pickup Available
Payment
Auction Curated By
Vice President of Swann Galleries
Related Searches
TOP