Militaria, weapons/accessories

History of loss: After the American troops entered Zella-Mehlis on 4.4.1945, all weapons had to be handed in. Valuable exhibits from the weapons museum were requisitioned. According to witness statements, the best pieces of the weapons collection were brought to America; Responsible: Earl F. Engelbrecht City Commander USA; Organization: Military Administration; Administration: AMG. The remaining weapons not confiscated by the Americans were destroyed or also taken by the Russian occupiers in June 1945; Responsible organization: Military administration; Administration: SMA Th