German Cross in Gold Holders of the SS and Police Volume 7 “Wiking:” Adolph to Kempcke

The first of two volumes, "Wiking" Part I includes the most detailed Combat Elements chapter of the series to date in both text and photos. The divisional commanders are also covered in expanded text detail and unpublished images. The 78 German Cross in Gold recipient biographies covered in Part I include the two longest of "Wiking," Swords holders Hans Dorr and August Dieckmann. Among the 33 Roll of Honor Clasp and Close Combat Clasp in Gold holders are further unpublished images and details, including previously unconfirmed award holders. An addendum adds significantly to prior volumes with previously unpublished award ceremony images of "Das Reich" and the complete surviving award documents for another German Cross in Gold holder. A comprehensive study essential to anyone interested in armored units of the Waffen-SS.