R.A.S.C. Normandy Veterans - Unique Collection of Ephemera

Pte Edward Bradfield Smith R.A.S.C. (1909 - 1995)
This collection (tribute) recounts the life of a Normandy veteran, as documented by his son-in-law through a handwritten account (some typed) and a binder of memorabilia. The main focus is his military service, which spans two periods: with the Kings Regiment (Liverpool) from 1925 to 1932 and later as a driver with the Royal Army Service...  read more

Code: 51917

WW2 British Mk.II Helmet - Royal Army Service Corp

A British Mk.II helmet associated with the RASC. The inside of the helmet retains most of its factory paint. The date and maker stamps are hard to make out as covered by paint and the chinstrap lug. The Mk.I liner is stamped J.C.S & W Ltd 6 1/4 - 1939 or 1938. The outside has the painted of the Royal Army Service Corps. The helmet came with the netting as seen but I believe is post war.  read more

Code: 51894

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Code: 51893

WW2 British Printed 12th Air Formation Signals Patches

One patch appears to be grubbier than the other. Specialist control rooms and forward sections which provided liaison between Army and RAF support to army operations on the ground and used they were used to great effect in the campaign in North West Europe. These have been removed from their original uniform with one appearing slightly grubbier than the other.  read more

Code: 51918

Michelin Map No 102 - Dated 1947

This is an original 1947 dated Micheline Guide for the Battle of Normandy. This was produced in order provide a guide for people visiting Normandy and to see the various battle fields, fortifications and of course to pay their respects to the fallen interned at the various military cematearies.  read more

Code: 51721

WW2 France - A Guide for Allied Troops

This guide was produced and carried by Allied troops for the invasion of Normandy. The guide provides background in terms of the French under the German occupation as well as a guide to expected behaviour, etiquette as well as the translation of words and useful phrases.  read more

Code: 51720

WW2 3 x Thompson Magazines - Thirty Round

Three thirty round magazine stamped by The Seymour Products Co. All mags loaded with two x .45 rounds. UK Sales Only.

Thompson submachine guns utilised two main types of magazines: 20-round box magazines and 30-round box magazines. The M1 and M1A1 models, the primary military Thompson variants used in WWII, were designed to accept only box magazines.  read more

Code: 51919

WW2 2 x Thompson Magazines - Thirty & Twenty Round

Thirty round magazine stamped for Cosby Co, whilst the twenty round magazine is stamped Auto Ordnance Corp. Both mags loaded with two x .45 rounds. UK Sales only.

Thompson submachine guns utilised two main types of magazines: 20-round box magazines and 30-round box magazines. The M1 and M1A1 models, the primary military Thompson variants used in WWII, were designed to accept only...  read more

Code: 51920

WW2 Picture Post Magazine - P/O Keith Gillman

Picture Post magazine dated 31, August 1941. Featuring one of the most iconic photographs taken at the time of the Battle of Britain. Front cover,
Pilot Officer K.R. Gillman of 32 Squadron. Sadly P/O Gillman was killed in action on the 25th August 1940, a week before his photograph appeared on the cover of the magazine.  read more

Code: 51921

M1 Garand Clip Complete with Eight Inert Rounds

An Garand clip loaded with eight inert rounds. Each round is stamped PPU 30-06 SPRG. The base of the clip is stamped IMI. UK Sales Only.

The M1 Garand rifle uses a distinctive metal clip, also called an "en bloc" clip, to feed its internal magazine. This clip holds eight rounds of .30-06 Springfield ammunition. When the last round is fired, the empty clip is automatically ejected...  read more

Code: 51922