Original German WWII Yugoslav/Serbian POW Notebook & Photo Grouping Stalag VIIA Prisoner Related
An interesting and personal WWII grouping consisting of a small handwritten notebook, original photograph, and period German matchbook cover, all believed to have belonged to a Yugoslav / Serbian prisoner of war held in Germany during WWII.
The notebook contains several handwritten entries in what appears to be Serbian or Croatian language, along with German references. One page identifies the owner as:
“Milenkovic Stanko”
“Gef. Nr. 5659”
“Stalag VII A”
“Krefeld, Fichtenhain”
This translates to:
“Stanko Milenkovic”
“Prisoner Number 5659”
“POW Camp Stalag VII-A”
“Krefeld-Fichtenhain”
Stalag VII-A was one of Germany’s largest prisoner of war camps during WWII, located near Moosburg, Bavaria. The references to Krefeld and Fichtenhain likely relate to a labor detachment or work assignment connected to the POW’s captivity.
The notebook itself is filled with handwritten notes, poems, sayings, or personal writings, likely penned while in captivity. The entries appear to be written in Cyrillic script and remain untranslated beyond the identification page, adding to the historical and research value of the grouping.
Included is an original wartime photograph showing a group of Yugoslav/Serbian POW's standing outside a brick building. The image is believed to depict POWs associated with the notebook owner.
Also included is a small German wartime matchbook cover marked:
“Haushaltsware”
“Deutsche Zündwaren-Monopolges.”
This translates roughly to:
“Household Matches”
“German Match Monopoly Company”
The matchbook features the desirable “Pst!” whispering figure graphic often seen on period German match packaging.
The notebook shows period wear and age from use, with some corner and edge wear to the cover. The photograph remains in very good condition overall.
A very interesting and personal WWII POW-related grouping with strong research and display potential.
