Rare Historical Find Beneath Utrecht’s Neude Post Office Floor

A remarkable discovery was made beneath the floor of a historic building on Neude street in Utrecht—a Postschutz identification tag. This rare find sheds light on a small but significant paramilitary unit from World War II.

The ID Tag

The identification tag, typically worn by members of the Postschutz, measures 5 x 7 cm and was unearthed during renovations.

The Discovery Location

Located at the heart of Utrecht, the Neude is home to many historical buildings. It was in one such building—a former postal office—where this intriguing artifact was found.

What the Postschutz Was

The Postschutz, or Postal Guard, was a paramilitary organization in Nazi Germany established in 1933. Initially tasked with protecting postal services, it evolved to handle military responsibilities and became part of the Waffen-SS during World War II. The members of this small unit were responsible for guarding post offices and postal transport facilities, and their identification tags are now rare historical artifacts