79 Grouping to Sergeant Ernst Ernst Meyer, 1./Sturzkampfgeschwader 77
German cross in gold. Cupal,, the wreath gilded and underlaid with red enamel. The swastika enamelled in black. Reverse fitted pin with maker's mark "20" of Zimmermann, Pforzheim. Four hollow rivets on the back. In it's beautiful original case of issue made of black imitation leather with embossed golden trim. Inside with black spray felt inlay, the lid with white artificial silk lining.
A fine example in exceptionally beautiful condition.
Comes with the large original award certificate dated 25 September 1942, with embossed seal and facsimile signature of Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring and countersignature of the Chief of the Luftwaffe Personnel Office, General der Flieger Kastner (original signature). Enclosed congratulatory letter from the Commanding General of the VIII Fliegerkorps Fiebig dated 3.10.1942 on the award of the German Cross in Gold as well as congratulations from the Bann Altenkirchen 247 dated 21.10.1942 on the award of the German Cross in Gold.
Luftwaffe Honour Goblet for special achievements. Fine silver - alpaca finish. With dedication engraving: "UNTEROFFIZIER ERNST MEYER AM 27.5.42".
In the bottom maker's mark "JOH. WAGNER & SOHN FEINSILBER ALPAKA AUFLAGE". Very nice example with fine old patina.
Accompanied by the award certificate for the Luftwaffe Honour Goblet dated 27.5.1942. With facsimile signature of Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring and original signature of the Chief of the Luftwaffe Personnel Office, General der Flieger Kastner.
Medal in commemoration of 1 October 1938. Bronze, on 1-piece clasp. Comes with award certificate dated 1.10.1939, with original signature of a Lieutenant Colonel and Commander of Luftgau- Nachr.Rgt.6. The award certificate is mounted on cardboard.
Badge for air gunners with lightning bundles. Silver,ed tombac version, reverse fitted with pin for wearing. With maker's mark "C.E. Juncker, Berlin SW". In original blue case with golden inscription in Fraktur script. Accompanied by the award certificate dated 21.8.1940, with original signature of the Chief of the Luftwaffe Personnel Office, Lieutenant General Harrer. The certificate is mounted on cardboard.
Iron Cross 2nd Class. Silver-plated/magnetic, on ribbon, with award certificate dated 21.11.1940, with original signature of the Commanding General of the II. Flieger-Korps, General der Flieger Loerzer. The certificate is mounted on cardboard.
Ribbon for the Eastern Medal 1941/42. With the award certificate dated 12.4.1943, with the original signature of Major Bruck, who was in charge of the squadron. With transmittal card from the Luftgaupostamt Breslau dated 28.7.1943, with original signature of a first lieutenant.
Award certificate for the Frontflugspange in bronze dated 15.8.1941, with original signature of the Commanding General of the IVth Flieger-Korps, Lieutenant General Pflugbeil.
Iron Cross 1st Class. Silvered/magnetic, on pin. Flat design, pin with maker's mark "20" (Zimmermann, Pforzheim). In the original black case with silver Iron Cross - imprint. Comes with award certificate dated 20.8.1941, with original signature of the Chief of Luftflotte 4, Generaloberst Löhr.
Squadron Clasp for Stuka and Bomber Pilots in silver. Silver-plated zinc, reverse fitted with pin for wearing. Comes with award certificate dated 10.10.1941, with original signature of the Commodore of Sturzkampfgeschwader 77, Oberstleutnant Graf v, Schönborn-Wiesentheid.
Squadron Clasp for Stuka and Bomber Pilots in gold. Tombac version. Reverse fitted with pin for wearing. Comes with award certificate dated 28.2.1942, with original signature of the Commodore of Sturzkampfgeschwader 77, Oberstleutnant Graf v, Schönborn-Wiesentheid.
Squadron Clasp for Stuka and Bomber Pilots in gold with pendant, fine zinc finish, reverse fitted with pin for wearing. Comes with award certificate dated 28.11.1942 with original signature of the Commodore of Sturzkampfgeschwader 77, Major Ennecerus.
Black Wound Badge, 2nd model, 1941-45. Blackened tombac version, on pin. Comes with award certificate dated 3.1.1943, with original signature of the group commander, Captain Bruck.
Award certificate for the Wound Badge in Black dated 4.2.1943, with original signature of the Chief Physician of the Heilbronn Reserve Hospital.
Krim shield (2 pieces). Iron, bronzed, on uniform cloth with paper cover on the back, Comes with the award certificate dated 15.3.1943, with facsimile signature of GFM v. Manstein.
Romanian medal "Crusade against Communism" bronze, on ribbon, with award paper bag. Comes with the provisional award certificate for the medal with clasp "DNJSTR": Dated 31.5.1943, with original signature of a first lieutenant and squadron captain.
Romanian Golden Airman's Cross for Bravery with Swords, 2nd model 1940-47. Gold-plated, on ribbon, in original award box. Comes with award certificate dated 29 March 1943 with embossed seal and original signature of King Michael I of Romania, as well as letter of transmittal dated 2.5.1944, with congratulations and original signature of a Captain and Squadron Captain.
3-piece field clasp, on pin.
Letter from First Lieutenant and Squadron Leader Oellrich with death notice to Meyer's family. Certificate "Heldentod" dated 15.10.1943, with original signature of the commander of II.Gruppe/Stu.G.77, Major Leicht. Death certificate from Kirchen/Sieg dated 20.3.1944. Obituary of the family.
Wehrpass 1937 with photo. In addition, letter of transmittal from the Altenkirchen military registration office dated 5.1.1944.
Certificate of appointment as sergeant, 25.9.1942, with original signature of the squadron leader, Captain Pabst; declaration of commitment for flying personnel, with extension of service from 4 to 12 years; 2 undelivered field post letters.
2 photo albums and additional photos. Group photos and HJ flying trips, large photos in dress uniform, family photos, glider photos, air force training in Straubing and Oschatz/Sa. Plus large-format portrait photo.
16 photos of his brother, the OFw. of the Luftwaffe Wilhelm Meyer.
Sergeant Ernst Meyer was shot down during the 646th enemy flight on 8.7.1943 together with the Knight's Cross recipient and Squadron Captain Captain Karl Fitzner near Bjelgorod/Russia.
Beautiful and extensive complete grouping of this brave Stuka gunner.
Very rare in this volume for a non-commissioned Stuka gunner.