Hi Ed unfortunately as of this moment I do not even know branch of service..Heer Luft or Kriegsmarine. All I have been told is that the dagger remains with the family, as opposed to the veteran/family. I have been told he is KC winner and highly decorated. This is all that I know. Having said this my picker is reliable and has been a great source of authentic items over the past few years I remain highly optimistic and hopeful smile cheers and best, Ryan