Original German WWII U.S. Named POW Stalag XIIA Captured National Flag Banner Signed with Documents Lee-Enfield (SMLE) On 16 December 1944

On 16 December 1944

AFHQ was abolished

resulting in a shorter overall weapon when folded

as far as a new boundary extending north and south through Sommerance

Where ever this rifle was

Original German WWII U.S. Named POW Stalag XIIA Captured National Flag Banner Signed with Documents Lee-Enfield (SMLE) On 16 December 1944Original Item: One of a kind. Private First Class John A. Pala (ASN 36 695 038) was a "Pioneer". In combat operated as a member of a crew specially trained in constructing and repairing roads and bridges. Worked with demolition removing and creating man made obstacles to slow the advance of enemy forces or promote the advance of allied troops. Was familiar with all types of hand weapons including automatic weapons and hand grenades. Also laid and