Guys,
Got these 3 last weekend. The first two fairly standard reference books for recruits.
The last book very unusual in the same series that I posted with the soldiers faces and the other ones I've seen on here with artists prints. I have not seen any of these colour photos before, maybe you guys have?:)
I will post in two lots as the computer struggles.:o
Jock
Hi
Unsure were to put this but I find this an interesting site and I don,t know if any of you know of it.
hitlernews.cloudworth.com/
Sorry I don,t know how to post links.
Martin
My Grandpa gave me a real WWII Navy helmet after he had it for years. He bought it over 30 years ago from a lady. I think her husband or father was in the Navy during WWII. Ok I got it signed by KURYLA, Michael N. Jr.,COX and Wermer Gruk 1st Marine Division Korea 1953, Ed Jaggert American Division WWII. I also have signed autographs from the Band of Brothers I got done last year. I also just wanted to know a price range for a WWII Navy knife I think its from WWII. Thanks to anyone who helps me out. Anyone post fill free.(Band of Brothers) 101st Airborne autographs Forrest L. Gurth, Earl mcClung, Buck Compton and there is one more but I cant read it. (10 months before the Battle Of Iwo Jima) Dick Wheeler, one more but i cant make it out. One of them was the radio guy that called the capture in.
Hello. I am trying to get some information on some things that my grandfather brought back to the states after serving in ww2. First, I have this flag. I am curious if there is any way to tell if this may have been something more than an ornament. Parts of it have bloodstains, and there is writing on the flag which says that it was taken in Brahalsdrof. After searching towns in Germany I found a town called Brahlstorf, (I think they spelled the name wrong),near Schwerin where the 8th infantry saw heavy combat. The top of the flag has rings connected, I assume to hang the flag, and there are tassles hanging down from the bottom.
Secondly, I have no idea what this badge is. I assume he brought it home as a souvenier from a town he was in. Thanks so much for your help!
Geoff
Hello,
My grandfather fought in the 8th infantry division during ww2. He brought back some things after his service which my family has kept over the years. I am interesting in finding out more about the items he brought back. I would really appreciate any help that you could give me. First there are parts of a German uniform and a patch with German writing on it. I am wondering if anyone can determine what type of uniform these came from. On the next photo I have some badges. I have found information on the 2 assault badges, but am curious what the third badge is. Thanks so much for your help,
Geoff
hello,
i have lately bought an EK2 and kvk i would like to put my starting medal collection in a nice display case,
can you guys give me tips what to use or show me some examples?
or how to present the medals?
thanks!
Known by its German name, Tieffligervernichtungsabzeichen (Special badge for shooting down Low Flying Aircraft,utilizing only small arms weapons (1945) the badge
is comprised of a blackened metal plane on a silver cloth strip with two black stripes for shooting down one aircraft. There is no set monetary value as only twenty-seven allegedly were ever awarded. This same badge was awarded with a gilt metal plane on a gold cloth strip with two black stripes for shooting down a fifth aircraft. There is also no set value as none were thought to ever have been awarded.
Originally from an unknown German estate, it signifies a single act of bravery performed by this soldier. Eventually finding its way to the United States into a thirty-year
collection on the West Coast, this rare cloth sleeve patch has not often been seen since very few had ever been presented or have genuine examples emerged from this wartime period.
This example was a veteran’s bring-back, where and how he obtained it is not known as the veteran’s estate knew nothing about it.
I will be offering this item at the upcoming MAX Show - remember, everything is negotiable.
Known by its German name, Tieffligervernichtungsabzeichen (Special badge for shooting down Low Flying Aircraft,utilizing only small arms weapons (1945) the badge
is comprised of a blackened metal plane on a silver cloth strip with two black stripes for shooting down one aircraft. There is no set monetary value as only twenty-seven allegedly were ever awarded. This same badge was awarded with a gilt metal plane on a gold cloth strip with two black stripes for shooting down a fifth aircraft. There is also no set value as none were thought to ever have been awarded.
Originally from an unknown German estate, it signifies a single act of bravery performed by this soldier. Eventually finding its way to the United States into a thirty-year
collection on the West Coast, this rare cloth sleeve patch has not often been seen since very few had ever been presented or have genuine examples emerged from this wartime period.
This example was a veteran’s bring-back, where and how he obtained it is not known as the veteran’s estate knew nothing about it.
I will be offering this item at the upcoming MAX Show - remember, everything is negotiable.
Hi guy`s , just thought i`d show this example from my collection , it`s a Canadian Ross mark 11 bayonet produced by the Ross Rifle Co. Quebec . The mark 11 was introduced in 1912 , but the blade was modified during WW1 in 1915 from it`s original more rounded end to a much more aggressive point , leaving a very unusual profile . The scabbard is all brown leather with an internal chape . These bayonets were manufactured to match the Ross Rifle , and although these were fine weapons , it was found that they did not stand up to the rigours of trench warfare , and , in 1916 , Canadian troops on active service in Europe were re-armed with the SMLE and 1907 bayonet . this bayonet feels great in hand and i like it`s design very much .
cheers Al
