Sturmbannfuhrer Heinz Macher Signed photograph

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EK2, EK1, KC & oak leaves, German Cross in gold, Close combat clasp gold, Gold wound badge, General assault badge. Original post-war signature.

 

His KC commendation reads: “Over the eastern campaign Macher distinguished himself by bravely participating in attacks against Pawlograd. He rallied his Kompanie, eliminated two companies, 2 tanks, forcing 10 to retreat. Exceeding this assigned task, he eliminated MG nests and a Pakfront in close combat, capturing an anti-tank ditch.

 

He became Himmler’s adjutant in 1944, and acted as bodyguard during Himmler’s capture in 1945. Macher survived the war and died December 21st, 2001.