German WW2 Third Reich Army dagger, the blade stamped A.W. Jr. Solingen, with ivorine grip, belt hanger and knot. Overall length 39cm Brought home by Major John Barker, Parachute Regiment, TD. The Dagger was acquired by John Barker who landed in sight of Ranville Church June 1944 and established Brigade Headquarters in the grounds of the Chateau de Guernon-Ranville. Major John Barker was mentioned twice in despatches during the Normandy Campaign.