Lot no. 321
Crate for Tellermine 35, metal model designed to carry two machines. The handle is present. The two locking hooks are in working order. The unit retains approximately 80% of its original sandy yellow paintwork. The interior fittings (rack) are missing. There are no visible markings. The item shows moderate wear and a patina characteristic of its age. Condition II+. According to the seller's information, this item comes from the Sisters' Home in Houffalize. At the time of the German counter-offensive launched on 16 December 1944, Houffalize was on the axis of advance of the German forces aiming to break through the allied lines. The town was occupied by German troops, in particular the 116th Panzer Division. The Allies, seeking to cut off enemy supply lines, planned strategic bombing raids on key infrastructure, including the bridges over the Ourthe River crossing Houffalize. Tellermine 35 box, a metal model designed to carry two mines. The carrying handle is intact. Both closing clasps are functional. Approximately 80% of the original sandyellow paint is preserved. The internal rack is missing. No visible markings. The item shows moderate wear and a patina consistent with age. Condition II+. According to the seller, this piece comes from the Home des Sœurs in Houffalize. During the German counteroffensive launched on December 16, 1944, Houffalize lay along the axis of German troop movement aimed at breaking Allied lines. The town was occupied by German forces, notably the 116th Panzer Division. In an effort to disrupt enemy supply lines, the Allies planned strategic bombings on key infrastructure, including the Ourthe bridges through Houffalize.
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About the sale06/21/2025
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Militaria Collection by Jean Marie Krzywanski dedicated to the Battle of Bastogne 1944-1945
6600 Bastogne - Belgium