Dear Bernd,

He also is wearing collar tabs, another "don't do" on a white tunic. Obviously this guy was a free thinker! It seems that these recently discovered photos again show that uniform "regulations" were only loosely followed by the civil police. I think these guys did pretty much what made them feel good out in the country.

Perhaps this guy's SS status made him feel entitled, perhaps it is an SS issue tunic. We will never know.

As far as sleeve length I have seen MANY war time photos with short sleeves. I don't think these were tailored to fit too much.

I believe Gary bought the photo.

Regards,
Bill Unland