A 1938 Fallersleben Volkswagen Factory Cornerstone Laying Ceremony Badge GTRexclude When the Second World War

When the Second World War broke out in September 1939

In a twist of fate

quadruple staple-bound with glued cover

reverse engraved "A MAGLIANO ALBERTO STUDENTE" inside wreath and "S

Early 1st Model Luftwaffe Dagger by David Malsch - This early 1st Model Luftwaffe Dagger exhibits highest quality mounts - solid nickel fittings throughout

A 1938 Fallersleben Volkswagen Factory Cornerstone Laying Ceremony Badge GTRexclude When the Second World WarA 1938 Grundsteinlegung des Volkswagenwerkes badge (May 1938); in silvered zink; horizontal pinback; unmarked; measuring 40 mm x 30 mm; near extremely fine condition. Footnote: On May 26, 1938, Hitler laid the cornerstone of the Volkswagen factory in Fallerselben, which was to produce the VW Beetle Kraft durch Freude Wagen Strength through joy car. The factory only built a handful of cars by the start of the war. It was re tooled to produce the Type