WW2 RAF Helmet Receivers - Copies

A pair of 'dummy' Air Ministry 10A/12401 helmet receivers as used in conjunction with the Type C helmet. This is a pair of good quality copies that I previously used for a helmet display. Ideal for keeping the rubber c type helmet cups in shape.  read more

Code: 51244

WW2 3 x French Liberation - Victory Tin Pennants

Three French liberation bicycle / vehicle flag pennants. USA, Britain & France with French Cross of Lorraine. Constructed from tin and litho printed, each flag measures approx 70mm x 90mm excluding the fixing wire. I have seen these flags for sale before but never a set of three. These flags were used by the civilian population to celebrate and welcome their liberators.
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Code: 51231

WW2 Numbered Free French 'Forces Navales Francaise Libres'

A good original post 1940 ww2 period English made Free French Navy badge – small diamond shaped gilded bras enamel badge bearing the cross of Lorraine and France Llibre. The revers impressed with Regd no 83830 a registered design and patent date for 1939.  read more

Code: 51234

WW2 4 x Luftpost (airmail) Propaganda 1941

Propaganda played a huge part during the WW2 with propaganda leaflets being dropped by both sides upon civilians as well as military personal. Here are four examples of leaflets dropped on German cities by the RAF, dated 09-Jul-41, 26-Aug-41, 07-Oct-41, 14-Oct-41 - these make interesting reading once translated.


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Code: 50691

WW2 British Pat 37 Shell Dressing Haversack - 1942

Stamped M.E.C.o 1942, A simple design with a pair of wether flaps and a box type top flap to protect the shell dressings from the elements. The lid itself is secured with two web straps and a pair of brass buckles. Although the main body of the bag is made of woven cotton webbing, the carry strap is of a lighter weave, sewn to the rear of the haversack. The designation “Shell Dressings” is sten...  read more

Code: 50637

WW2 British Airborne Jump Smock 1942 Pat

Worn over the Dennison Jacket & equipment in order to reduce the possibility of fouling the parachute's lines during a jump. Jackets Parachutist 1942 Pattern dated Nov 1943. This is a larger size (5) Height 5-11" to 6', Breast 38-43". The outside back has the number 304 stencilled. You would have trouble finding one in better condition, no rips or tears, fully working zipper, complete with all ...  read more

Code: 51209

WW2 British Airborne or RAF Escape Vest 2nd Pat

These vests were used for multiple purposes, primarily to preserve heat, forming part of a layered clothing system. It was designed to be worn against the skin with other clothing on top - the warmth created by the body remained trapped in the 'baffles'. It was also issued to some aircrews as an escape aid as the vest could be unravelled and plaited to from a strong rope. One side of the vest i...  read more

Code: 51208

WW1 USA 1917 Pattern Remington Bayonet

Being sold as a 'semi relic' a 1917 pattern Remington bayonet, no scabbard. The blade retains a good profile with some degree of pitting. The remains of the Remington logo and stamping are partly visible on both sides of the ricasso. Bayonet catch does not depress. The wooden handle grips show signs weathering.

*** Apologies but no shipping outside the UK & buyers must be 18 or o...  read more

Code: 51211

WW2 Rare Nazi Propaganda Book - Wofür Kämpfen Wir?

One of hardest and rarest Nazi Internal Propaganda propaganda booklets out there. Wofür Kämpfen Wir? (What we fight for?) First Edition January 1944.

A substantial document intended for the German officer class to boost moral. It starts with 'facsimile' of a letter signed by Adolph Hitler, dated 8 January, 1944. Next is a two-page contribution by Alfred Rosenberg. Followed by pr...  read more

Code: 51161

Further Information on item 51161

Towards the end of the war and as German casualties mounted, it became clear to officials in the Nazi government that Landsers in the field needed all the inspiration they could get to go on fighting. Using a similar strategy to that found in the SS booklet Sieg der Waffen - Sieg des Kindes (Victory of Weapons - Victory of the Children),  read more

Code: 51160