Original German WWII identity tag, stamped 4544 / Stamm Kp. / Pz.Aufkl. E.u.A. Abt. 55 — Stammkompanie (cadre company), Panzer-Aufklärungs-Ersatz- und Ausbildungs-Abteilung 55 (Armored Reconnaissance Replacement and Training Battalion 55).

Panzer-Aufklärungs-Ersatz- und Ausbildungs-Abteilung 55 trained replacement personnel for the armored reconnaissance units — the "eyes" of the panzer divisions, operating armored cars and half-tracks ahead of the main force. The Stammkompanie held the battalion's permanent cadre staff responsible for processing and training incoming recruits.