Original German WWII-Era Busch Rathenow Marschkompass II Bakelite Marching Compass with Scarce Leather Carry Case ZULU War It was then known as

It was then known as the "Flag of auxiliary vessels of the fleet (flotilla) support command" from 1950 until 1964

back of each photo has hand written notes

the army quickly developed and issued tropical uniforms and equipment in time for the Deutsches Afrika Korps (German Africa Corps or DAK) personnel’s arrival in Tripoli in February 1941

his men followed

Original German WWII-Era Busch Rathenow Marschkompass II Bakelite Marching Compass with Scarce Leather Carry Case ZULU War It was then known asOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent original German Busch Rathenow Marschkompass II, a compact marching and sighting compass dating from the pre WWII WWII period. Manufactured by Emil Busch A. G. of Rathenow, this pattern is distinguished from the heavier brass bodied Marschkompass I by its lightweight black Bakelite housing. Especially desirable, this example is accompanied by its fitted black leather carrying case. The exterior