Engraved Gun Taken From Dead Nazi SS Officer | Buchenwald Camp | WW2 Walther PP | Walk-in Wednesday

Published on June 22, 2019
Duration: 5:29

This video details a 1937 engraved Walther PP pistol allegedly taken from a dead SS officer at the Buchenwald concentration camp by Lt. Col. Tedford Blaisdell. The pistol, serial number 215383p, features factory oak leaf and acorn engraving and was found in an Akah shoulder holster. It was likely a private purchase, not military issue, possibly a gift to an SS officer.

Quick Summary

A 1937 engraved Walther PP pistol, serial number 215383p, was allegedly taken from a dead SS officer at Buchenwald concentration camp by Lt. Col. Tedford Blaisdell. It features factory oak leaf and acorn engraving and was not military proofed, suggesting a private purchase.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Engraved Walther PP Provenance
  2. 01:28The Capture Story: Lt. Col. Blaisdell at Buchenwald
  3. 02:48Documentation & Technical Details: Serial Number & Engraving
  4. 04:13Historical Analysis: Private Purchase vs. Military Issue

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the history behind the engraved Walther PP pistol shown?

The 1937 engraved Walther PP was allegedly taken from a dead SS officer at the Buchenwald concentration camp by Lt. Col. Tedford Blaisdell after the camp's liberation in 1945. It features factory engraving and was documented in 'Veteran Bring Backs Vol II'.

Who captured the engraved Walther PP pistol from the SS officer?

Lt. Col. Tedford 'Ted' M. Blaisdell, a pilot for the Army Air Corps, captured the engraved Walther PP pistol. He found the SS officer deceased at Buchenwald concentration camp and took the pistol from his shoulder holster.

Is the engraved Walther PP pistol military issue?

No, the pistol is not Waffenamt proofed, indicating it was a private purchase. It's theorized to be an expensive item, possibly a graduation gift from a wealthy family to an SS officer.

What are the key features of the engraved Walther PP pistol?

This 1937 Walther PP (serial number 215383p) features factory oak leaf and acorn engraving. It is chambered in 7.65mm (.32 ACP) and was found in an Akah shoulder holster.

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