Adolf Pirker: Luftwaffe mans award book?

[Walkwolf]

Thanks for correcting me, Ade,
I wasn't totally sure.



Regards, Steve.

[Howitzer428]

About the dagger: in the photo provided on the booklet, he has the single bird in the middle of the field of background. I cannot, however distinguish if it has the red and white trim (in this case, a darker grey) that would distinguish him as an Unteroffizier (Equivalent of USAAF Staff Sergeant). I believe he holds the rank of Flieger (Equivalent of USAAF Private) He is not, however, a Senior NCO, at least from my knowledge. However, I am probably wrong, seeing as I am just going of my memory off ranks here. I'm sorry I couldn't identify this item earlier, just a stupid mistake. Any clarification on the ranks will be greatly appreciated!

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Guys, in the photo contained in the DRL sports badge book, he is indeed a private. If the dagger was his, he must have been promoted.

I will post a really nice wedding portrait photo I have (once I do a pic) showing an NCO wearing the dagger along with some more details.

Cheers, Ade.

[Adrian Stevenson]

As promised, a photo from my collection, of the dagger in wear by a senior NCO. And for good measure he even wears the DRL sports badge.

Cheers, Ade.

[pammy]

very nice ade!!!

[Howitzer428]

Thanks for the clarification!

[pammy]

here is a picture we call him pop pop

[pammy]

here are 2 more..

[Howitzer428]

here are 2 more..

Is this the same Adolf as the DRL sports booklet picture? Because if it is, he has been promoted to the rank of Leutnant, thus enabling him to wear the dagger you have.

[Adrian Stevenson]

If you compare the faces, they are the same person. Look at the shape of the mouth in particular.

Cheers, Ade.