Original WWII German 1943 WehrpaB Notiz-Essential Worker Exemption-Karlsbad

Original WWII German Wehrpaß-Notiz (Military Pass Notice), Muster F, dated 1 October 1943 and issued through the Wehrmeldeamt Karlsbad.

This wartime document records that the named individual, born 28 May 1900 in Elbogen, had been designated “unabkömmlich”—meaning that he was considered indispensable or essential to his civilian workplace and therefore was not to leave that employment without authorization from the appropriate labor office.

The typed notice states in part that the individual was placed at the disposal of the designated workplace and could not give up that employment without the consent of the responsible Arbeitsamt (Labor Office). Such classifications were used during the war when workers were considered important enough to the German economy or war effort that their civilian employment affected their military availability.

The document is especially attractive for display due to the large official German eagle and swastika Wehrmacht-era ink stamp at the lower left, along with additional official markings, handwritten entries and the clearly marked “Wehrmeldeamt Karlsbad” issuing office.

Document Details

• Original German Wehrpaß-Notiz
• Muster F form
• Dated 1.10.1943
• Issued by Wehrmeldeamt Karlsbad
• Birth date entered as 28.5.1900
• Birthplace appears as Elbogen
• Essential-worker / unabkömmlich employment notation
• Large period eagle-and-swastika official stamp
• Handwritten wartime entries and signature
• Printed and typed German text
• Reverse shows period ink transfer and handling marks

Historical Interest

A very good example of the administrative relationship between the German military registration system and civilian labor authorities during WWII. Wehrpaß notices such as this accompanied an individual’s military records and documented changes or restrictions affecting military service and employment.

The “unabkömmlich” designation is particularly interesting because it indicates that the holder’s civilian work was considered important enough that he was required to remain at his assigned workplace rather than simply leave or change employment.

Condition

Good original wartime condition with expected age toning, several period fold lines, creasing, light edge wear and handling. The official stamp remains strong and clearly visible, and the handwritten and typed entries are generally legible.

Please examine all photographs carefully as they are an important part of the description.

Guaranteed as described and sold strictly as a historical WWII collectible.