Lot 9042
Generalarbeitsführer Carl Laur - a rare grouping, participation in Mussolini's state visit 1937 and an invitation from Adolf Hitler
Orders and Military Collectibles from 1919 onwards | A109r | Live auction | 1186 Lots
Description
Illustrated volume titled (tr.) “Munich, the Capital of the Movement, Greets Benito Mussolini,” in its original slipcase; this edition was issued only to high-ranking individuals. Appointment certificate for the rank of Oberarbeitsführer, dated June 21, 1934, signed by Reichsarbeitsführer Konstantin Hierl. Appointment certificate for the rank of Arbeitsgauführer, dated April 20, 1935, featuring a facsimile signature of Hitler and signed by Reich Minister Wilhelm Frick. Two invitation cards from “Der Führer und Reichskanzler” for the state visit of Benito Mussolini to the Führerhaus at Königsplatz in Munich, dated September 25, 1937. Four documents granting access to the “Führerhaus”, including a seating plan listing the name Carl Laur. Visiting card identifying him as Generalarbeitsführer and leader of Labor District No. 29 (Bavaria-Ostmark). Accommodation card for the state visit. Commemorative medal for the Reichstag election of March 5–12, 1933; fine silver; marked “Bayer. Hauptmünzamt” (Bavarian State Mint) on the rim; in its original case. A total of 44 photographs, primarily from his time in the RAD (Reich Labor Service), including images of his funeral, press photos, the Nuremberg Rally, and photos with Hitler, Hess, and Hierl. Certificate for the RAD Long Service Award (4th Class), three postcards, newspaper clippings, and the lyrics to the “Deutschlandlied”. Additionally, four photos from his service with a chevaulegers regiment, a commission document (promotion), and a regimental booklet. A rare estate belonging to a Generalarbeitsführer (a rank comparable to Major General). Shows signs of age and use.353134
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