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as a thanks for nothing weapons brotherhood?

Probably translates more clearly to "thanks for nothing brothers in arms" (my speculation)

 

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Or "All was for nothing brothers in arms"

 

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The latter. They had fought together for years and had exchanged TTPs and friendship, and had parted on bad terms. That's a summary, but it covers it.
Pat

Thanks Pat. I'd never seen that photo. I sent the link to a German friend of mine for the exact translation as he is a history buff too. Should make for an interesting discussion.