Unit Photo Identification

Discussions on Axis uniforms, headgear and insignia. Hosted by John G & William Kramer.
Post Reply
Nathan Aweigh
Member
Posts: 5
Joined: 22 Jul 2016, 22:52
Location: United States

Unit Photo Identification

#1

Post by Nathan Aweigh » 22 Jul 2016, 23:15

I suppose this is a common topic, but recently I came across an old photo in a family stash. They appear to me to be Prussian soldiers with uniforms similar to those pictured here: http://s400910952.websitehome.co.uk/imp ... %20fus.htm. However, I haven't been able to find any information about the men's caps, the unusual collar devices, or the badge the front and center man is wearing.

The upper device on the hats appears to be the imperial german cockade, but again, the light and dark colors seem to be opposite from the ones I've seen. I haven't been able to identify anyone in the picture, but from the pinholes near the top of the cardstock it seemed to be a family photo of great importance. If anyone could enlighten me on any aspect of this picture, it would be much appreciated!
Attachments
IMAG0423.jpg
IMAG0422.jpg

GregSingh
Member
Posts: 3880
Joined: 21 Jun 2012, 02:11
Location: Melbourne, Australia

Re: Unit Photo Identification

#2

Post by GregSingh » 23 Jul 2016, 05:18

:welcome:

I think these are Danish army uniforms.


User avatar
von thoma
Member
Posts: 6526
Joined: 10 Jul 2010, 04:40
Location: Spain

Re: Unit Photo Identification

#3

Post by von thoma » 23 Jul 2016, 05:59

Norwegian army.
XIX Century.
steink100.jpg
steink100.jpg (45.78 KiB) Viewed 430 times
" The right to believe is the right of those who don't know "

Nathan Aweigh
Member
Posts: 5
Joined: 22 Jul 2016, 22:52
Location: United States

Re: Unit Photo Identification

#4

Post by Nathan Aweigh » 24 Jul 2016, 23:18

Thank you very much!

Due to the identification of the uniforms, we were able to identify (almost positively) the correct ancestor. Thank you for all your help. It is a privilege to be a member of this forum.

Post Reply

Return to “Axis Uniforms, Headgear & Insignia”