What is the best book I can buy on German WWII decorations?
thanks
mike
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NO ONE BOOK IS THE BEST
I recommend the following to have a good basic library.
1. Formans Guides - although mainly a price guide, there are some good examples of original pieces both front and backs.
2. For Fuhrer and Fatherland - This book has quite a few reproductions listed as original, however the historical background is very good.
3. Detlev Niemann - Another price guide. With good photos.
4. Andre Husken - Another price guide. With some good original and very rare pieces.
5. Doehle's guides 1943-and 1954 - Original war time reference. Good information, with horrible photos.
6. Iron Times - Excellent photo's in color of the Iron Cross series.
7. jorg Nimmerguts Vol 4 on German medals, badges and other decorations.
You will find good information in all, but no one book is the best.
1. Formans Guides - although mainly a price guide, there are some good examples of original pieces both front and backs.
2. For Fuhrer and Fatherland - This book has quite a few reproductions listed as original, however the historical background is very good.
3. Detlev Niemann - Another price guide. With good photos.
4. Andre Husken - Another price guide. With some good original and very rare pieces.
5. Doehle's guides 1943-and 1954 - Original war time reference. Good information, with horrible photos.
6. Iron Times - Excellent photo's in color of the Iron Cross series.
7. jorg Nimmerguts Vol 4 on German medals, badges and other decorations.
You will find good information in all, but no one book is the best.