Wehrmacht Collection

'KV-1' heavy tank
A Soviet 'KV-1 ' heavy tank, knocked out by German anti-tank fire, with a Wehrmacht horse-drawn lorry passing it. (The Kliment Voroshilov (KV)

September 1, 1939. The Second World War begins with the German attack on Poland, 1939. Creator: Unknown photographer
September 1, 1939. The Second World War begins with the German attack on Poland, 1939. Private Collection

Cans left by Germans after the Battle of Ardennes, January 1945
1720407 Cans left by Germans after the Battle of Ardennes, January 1945 by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cans left by Germans after battle of Ardennes january 1945)

Operation Barbarossa, 1941 (photo)
GBW439344 Operation Barbarossa, 1941 (photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); (add.info.: Several German tanks enter a village en route to the Eastern Front; Over 4.5 million troops of the Axis)

General Heinz Guderian (2nd from right) and the Red Army commissar Borovensky (3nd from right) during preliminary negotiations, 1939. Found in the Collection of Russian State Military History Archive

Operation Barbarossa. The route of the 7th Infantry Division from Warsaw to Moscow, 1942. Private Collection

Brothers, enlist in the Reichswehr. German poster 1920. Man in soldier s
Brothers, enlist in the Reichswehr. German poster 1920. Man in soldiers helmet holding a plough. Behind him is a field of wheat and flowers

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The Wehrmacht, the German armed forces during World War II, played a significant role in shaping history. From their technological advancements to their military strategies, they left an indelible mark on the world. One of their notable achievements was the V-2 rocket. This diagram showcases the intricate design and engineering behind this groundbreaking weapon that pushed the boundaries of warfare. General Heinz Guderian, seen standing second from right in a photograph alongside Red Army commissar Borovensky, represents the complex dynamics between enemies during wartime, and is a reminder that even amidst conflict, there can be moments of unexpected connection and understanding. German Soldiers at Lille station in 1940 captured through a black-and-white photo depict both strength and vulnerability. These brave men were part of an unstoppable force that swept across Europe but also faced immense challenges and sacrifices along the way. The haunting image of a fallen German soldier with his gun still by his side serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. In Italy 1943, countless lives were lost on both sides as battles raged on relentlessly. After fierce fighting during the Battle of Ardennes in January 1945, cans left behind by Germans symbolize not only their presence but also highlight how war leaves remnants scattered throughout landscapes long after conflicts have ended. A paratrooper depicted in an anonymous photograph from 1942 embodies bravery and daring tactics employed by soldiers who took to the skies to gain strategic advantages over enemy lines. Operation Barbarossa was one of Germany's most ambitious military campaigns. The accompanying photo captures its magnitude while reminding us about its devastating consequences for those involved - soldiers and civilians alike. The Iron Cross 2nd Class with Ribbon and Button awarded since 1939 exemplifies recognition for valor within Wehrmacht ranks – it became synonymous with courage displayed on various fronts throughout World War II.