1936 Nazi German NSDAP Third Reich Adolf Hitler Photo Tobacco collector cards Himmler SS SA Hess

Interesting original period grouping of 5 German photographic collector cards from the Cigarette/Tobacco album or book Adolf Hitler 1936.” Each card has a black-and-white photographic image on the front and a fully printed German identification/caption on the reverse.

These are especially nice because all five are individually numbered and identified, allowing the scenes to be placed within the original series. The reverse text states that the photographic selection and artistic editing for the work were handled by Heinrich Hoffmann, Reichs-Bildberichterstatter der NSDAP, with additional design credits printed below.

Detailed Breakdown of the 5 Cards

1. Bild Nr. 97 – Gruppe 64 – Bavarian State Library

The front shows a group examining books, manuscripts, or historical material laid out on a table.

The reverse caption reads:

“Anlässlich der Überreichung einer von ihm erworbenen wertvollen Handschrift lässt sich der Führer die Schätze der bayrischen Staatsbibliothek zeigen.”

English translation:
“On the occasion of the presentation of a valuable manuscript acquired by him, the Führer is shown the treasures of the Bavarian State Library.”

This is an unusual indoor cultural/history image rather than the more commonly encountered parade or political-event scenes.

2. Bild Nr. 185 – Gruppe 67 – Munich, November 9, 1935

The front depicts Adolf Hitler speaking closely with a woman during a public gathering.

The reverse identifies the scene as:

“9. November 1935 in München. Der Führer spricht mit einer Parteigenossin, der Frau eines am 9. November 1923 Gefallenen. Im Hintergrund das Braune Haus.”

English translation:
“November 9, 1935 in Munich. The Führer speaks with a female Party member, the wife of a man who fell on November 9, 1923. In the background is the Brown House.”

The Braunes Haus / Brown House, identified directly by the period caption, was the NSDAP headquarters in Munich, making this an especially historically identifiable image.

3. Bild Nr. 114 – Gruppe 67 – “Die Ewige Wache” at Königsplatz, Munich

The front shows the monumental architectural complex at Königsplatz in Munich, with uniformed SS guards stationed beneath the large columns.

The reverse caption reads:

“Die ‘Ewige Wache’ am Königsplatz in München.”

English translation:
“The ‘Eternal Guard’ at Königsplatz in Munich.”

This is a striking architectural card showing the monumental Third Reich ceremonial setting and its guard detail.

4. Bild Nr. 13 – Gruppe 67 – Wartburg Castle

The front shows the historic Wartburg complex, with Adolf Hitler and Rudolf Hess standing in the foreground.

The reverse is simply titled:

“Auf der Wartburg.”

English translation:
“At the Wartburg.”

The Wartburg is one of Germany’s best-known historic castles, making this card a nice combination of German architectural and Third Reich-era photographic history.

5. Bild Nr. 180 – Gruppe 67 – Feldherrnhalle, November 9, 1934

Probably the strongest image in the group. The front shows a large gathering of uniformed NSDAP and SS members with flags and a prominent swastika standard.

The reverse caption states:

“Am 9. November 1934 vor der Feldherrnhalle. Der Führer mit seinem Stellvertreter Rudolf Heß und alten Kämpfern.”

English translation:
“On November 9, 1934, in front of the Feldherrnhalle. The Führer with his deputy Rudolf Hess and old fighters.”

This is a particularly interesting historical card because the period caption provides the exact location, date, Rudolf Hess identification, and event context.

Series Information Printed on the Backs

All five belong to:

Adolf Hitler 1936 Tobacco book

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The common reverse text credits:

Heinrich Hoffmann – described as the Reichs-Bildberichterstatter der NSDAP, responsible for selection and artistic editing of the photographs.

O. H. W. Hadank, Berlin – credited with the design of the binding and title.

Carl Ernst Poeschel, Leipzig – credited with the graphic design.

The printed text describes the work as presenting photographs intended to portray Hitler publicly through images selected by his official photographic circle. These reverse descriptions are valuable today because they preserve the original contemporary captions and publication context, rather than relying on modern identifications.

Included Card Numbers

Bild Nr. 13 – Gruppe 67 – Auf der Wartburg
Bild Nr. 97 – Gruppe 64 – Bavarian State Library
Bild Nr. 114 – Gruppe 67 – Ewige Wache, Königsplatz Munich
Bild Nr. 180 – Gruppe 67 – SS Feldherrnhalle, November 9, 1934 / Rudolf Hess
Bild Nr. 185 – Gruppe 67 – Munich, November 9, 1935 / Brown House

All 5 original cards shown are included.

Condition is very good overall for period paper collectibles, with normal age toning, light handling, occasional corner/edge wear and minor surface marks. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition.

A strong grouping for collectors of Third Reich photography, Heinrich Hoffmann material, Munich history, Feldherrnhalle imagery, Königsplatz architecture, NSDAP ephemera, Rudolf Hess material and period German photographic publications.

Items are sold exactly as shown/as is. We combine shipping and ship every day, including Saturdays.

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