# A World at War (1939 - 1945)


:::{figure-md} ewald-with-horses
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<img src="/images/Ewald-with-Horses.jpg" alt="Ewald with Horses" width="300px">

Ewald with Horses, circa 1939
(second from right)
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:::{figure-md} soldier-ewald
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<img src="/images/Ewald-Fellow-Soldiers.jpg" alt="Ewald with Fellow Soldiers" width="300px">

Ewald with Fellow Soldiers, circa 1940
(second from left)
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:::{figure-md} purple-heart
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<img src="/images/verwundetenabzeichen.jpg" alt="Verwundetenabzeichen" width="300px">

Verwundetenabzeichen, 1942 (Bundeswehr Purple Heart Award)
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## Military Evaluation
:::{figure-md} military-assessment
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<img src="/images/military_assessment.jpeg" alt="Military Assessment" width="300px">

Military Evaluation, 1943
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```{eval-rst}
.. index:: military; evaluation
```
### Translation
Office 24 759 - A

O.U., July 30, 1943

Evaluation of Sergeant Ewald Rapp, born 1.4.1912

Sgt. Rapp has a straightforward and honest character and healthy ambition. His professional knowledge is good in
all aspects. During the Poland and France campaigns, he was well-proven in his responsibilities as forage master
and leader of the baggage train. His prudence, and his care for both man and horse were demonstrated, especially 
in the current campaign, where his leadership qualities were demonstrated as he led the entourage in the most 
difficult of situations. He has great physical capabilities and is an excellent rider. His behavior in the front lines
is absolutely sure, and he demonstrates exemplary behaviour towards superiors. Rapp is very popular among his 
comrades-in-arms. His family relationships are appropriate. Rapp has been awarded the KVK War Merit 2nd Class with 
Swords, the Winter Battle in the East 1941–42 Medal and the Iron Cross 2nd Class. At this office it is unknown 
whether Sergeant Rapp was awarded the black or silver Wound Badge. Sgt. Rapp was reassigned from active service
on Dec. 4, 1942 due to severe injuries.

Finsterwalds (signature)

Captain and Battalion leader

:::{figure-md} marta-and-boys-including-ditmar
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<img src="/images/Marta_and_Boys_including_Ditmar.jpg" alt="Ewald with Horses" width="300px">

Marta and Boys, circa 1943
(second from right)
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:::{figure-md} statement-of-service
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<img src="/images/statment_of_miltary_service.jpg" alt="Statement of Military Service" width="300px">

Statement of Military Service, 1977
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