Identification of Pionier Schulterstücke (Pioneer shoulder boards) for a Major with "4" cyphers attached.

[KSH]

Hi guys,

I know that usually Arabic numerals on Heer shoulder boards refer to the regiment of the soldier, but I also know that sometimes the numerals refer to an independent battalion instead.

I have been told that the Waffenrock which the boards are on belonged to a Major serving with Pionier Bataillon 4. Might this be the case or has this Major probably belonged to another Pionier-unit also wearing "4" cyphers? As I understand the above identification was made only based on the shoulder boards.

All opinions and input is most welcome and most appreciated. Thank you all in advance!


Regards,

Kenneth

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Kenneth, I would go with the Pionier Battalion 4 designation.

I had a look at Lexicon to study for other possibles, but I think that one is most likely correct.

Cheers, Ade.

[KSH]

Hi Ade,

Thank you for taking the time to help me out, I appreciate it very much! I also felt that the Pio.Btl.4 designation was the most probable one - but I have been told many things by many people that turned out to be wrong in the end. When in doubt - I ask those who know better

Regards,

Kenneth