Original WWII German Propaganda for Soviet Soldiers – The Russian Liberation Army (Vlasov Army) – Rare

Description

German WWII propaganda leaflet aimed at Soviet Red Army soldiers, trying to persuade them to surrender and switch sides. It combines strong antisemitic imagery with practical “instructions” for defection.

Illustration:
A caricature of a Jewish-looking Soviet officer holding a flag. On the flag are outlined portraits of Lenin, Stalin, and other Bolshevik leaders.

Caption in Russian:
«Под жидовским знаменем…»
“Under the Jewish banner…”

This reflects Nazi antisemitic propaganda, claiming that the Soviet regime was run “under Jewish control.”

Back side (Russian & German text)

Header (Russian):
“To all servicemen in the Red Army!”

It tells Soviet soldiers that if they surrender, they will be treated well.

Promises given (in Russian):

Separate and suitable housing.

Inviolability of personal property (money, valuables, clothing, military rank, etc.).

Immediate and constant abundant food supplies from German depots.

Medical aid.

Immediate evacuation from the combat zone.

Issuance of a special personal pass.

“You will be received as comrades.”

“We keep our word.”

At the bottom (Passierschein – Pass / пропуск):
It states this leaflet serves as a valid pass for unlimited numbers of Red Army commanders, soldiers, and political workers (politruks) who go over to the German side.

It also extends the “invitation” to:

The Russian Liberation Army (Vlasov Army).

Ukrainian, Caucasian, Cossack, Turkestan, and Tatar liberation detachments.

Instructions:
“You can cross over even without a pass: it is enough to raise both hands and shout ‘Stalin kaput!’ or ‘Bayonets in the ground!’”