Fallschirmjäger in Stalingrad

The unknown story of 4. Kompanie / Fallschirmjäger-Fla-MG-Btl.7, which fought in Stalingrad from early September 1942 until its remnants, together with the rest of 6. Armee, either lay dead in the snow or were marched into captivity.This Kompanie was truly unique, being the only one of its type in existence. It was formed from young, elite paratroopers and contained four platoons: two were equipped with 5cm anti-tank guns: the other two with 2cm anti-aircraft guns. It came to Stalingrad with a ration strength of 5 officers and 250 NCOs and men and from September to November 1942 participated in costly combat around Orlovka, a small village west of the dreaded city.

• 48 pages on quality paper
• A5 format
• Softcover
• 3 maps

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