Award Document Iron Cross 1st Class to Heinrich Bühner, Grenadier-Regiment 525

Type:Original Wehrmacht award document (Urkunde)Award:Eisernes Kreuz 1. KlasseRecipient:Unteroffizier Heinrich BühnerUnit:8./Grenadier-Regiment 525Date:16 August 1943Signed by:Oberst und Divisionsführer Eberhard von SchackmannLanguage:GermanDescription:Original and authentic award document for theIron Cross 1st Class, awarded toUnteroffizier Heinrich Bühnerof8th Company, Grenadier-Regiment 525, dated16 August 1943.The document is officially issued'Im Namen des Führers und Obersten Befehlshabers der Wehrmacht'and bears an original handwritten signature ofOberst Eberhard von Schackmann, serving asDivisional Commanderat the time. An original Dienstsiegel (official stamp) is present.Historical Context:Grenadier-Regiment 525was part of the298. Infanterie-Division, which saw extensive combat on theEastern Front, including heavy fighting duringOperation Barbarossa, later defensive battles inUkraine and southern Russia, and sustained losses during Soviet offensives in 1943. The award date fits well within the period of intense defensive fighting following the Battle of Kursk.Signatory – Eberhard von Schackmann:The document is signed byEberhard von Schackmann, a highly decorated German officer. He was a recipient of theGerman Cross in Gold (1942)and theEhrenblattspange, distinctions that underline his status as a front-line commander with recognized combat leadership. His signature adds significant collector value to this document.Additional Notes:On the reverse side, period or collector-added handwritten notes are present, listing biographical and award-related information concerning Eberhard von Schackmann. While not part of the original issuance, these notes reflect later collector research and add historical interest without detracting from the document's authenticity.Condition:Good original condition.– Original folds as issued– Light age-related toning and wear– Punch holes present (common for archived documents)– Clear text, signature, and stampNo repairs or restorations.