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German Second World War memorial certificate, known as a Gedenkblatt für Gefallene, dedicated to a Wehrmacht soldier who died during the conflict. Such documents were commonly presented to the families of deceased servicemen as a memorial and acknowledgement of their military service.
The certificate commemorates Obergefreiter Math. Kreino, who served with the 9. Kompanie, Infanterie-Regiment 317 (9th Company, Infantry Regiment 317) of the German Army (Heer).
It bears the German inscription “GETREU SEINEM FAHNENEID STARB IM KAMPF UM DIE FREIHEIT GROSSDEUTSCHLANDS”, translated as: “Faithful to his oath to the flag, he died in battle for the freedom of Greater Germany.”
The document also includes the expression “DEN HELDENTOD FÜR FÜHRER, VOLK UND VATERLAND”, referring to a heroic death for the Führer, people and fatherland, wording characteristic of National Socialist propaganda.
The certificate is signed by an Oberleutnant und Kompaniechef (first lieutenant and company commander).
