A nice and un-issued hand embroided Devonshire Regiment shoulder title
This is a perfect example of a nice and un-issued hand embroided Devonshire Regiment shoulder title. The Devonshire Regiment was a line infantry regiment of the British Army which served under various titles and served in many wars and conflicts from 1685 to 1958, such as the Second Boer War, World War I and World War II. In 1958 the regiment was amalgamated with the Dorset Regiment to form the... read more
A nice British made Canadian Infantry Corps printed shoulder title
This ia a good example of a nice British made Canadian Infantry Corps printed shoulder title. Originally formed as the Canadian Infantry Corps on 2 September 1942 to encompass all existing infantry regiments, including regiments of foot guards, in the Canadian Army. The corps was granted its "royal" designation in 1947 and was designated Royal Canadian Infantry Corps 30 April 1947, to be redesi... read more
A nice little set of two original photo prints made during a visit by General Sir Bernard Paget of the Free Norwegian Forces on 27.05.42 and 07.05.43
This is a neat little set of two original prints made during a visit by General Sir Bernard Paget of the Free Norwegian Forces in Britain. These two photo's were made on 27.05.42 and 07.05.43 in the area of Brahan Castle in Scotland. The two photo's depicting the General in conversation with Officers and NCO's. of the Free Norwegian Forces. The photo's are measuring 12.0cm by 9.0cm and stilll ... read more
A nice original British MK7 water bottle cork
I was lucky to find recently a small amount of five original un-issued British MK7 water bottle corks. Each cork is fitted with a zinc top. Ideal for your restoration project. I can offer them for an atractive price (they are of course priced per single piece!). Please do note that this item does not show 'sold' before the last item has been sold. read more
4.00 EUR
A unusual and difficult to find original print of Field Marshal Montgomery visiting elements of the 1st Airborne Division on 14.03.44
This is a great example of a unusual and difficult to find original print of Field Marshal Montgomery visiting elements of the 1st Airborne Division on 14.03.44. On the right side of Field Marshal Montgomery we recognize Aide-de-Camp Captain (War Substantive) Graham Chatfield Roberts. This example is printed on a semy gloss paper and is measuring 12.0cm by 9.0cm. read more
A nice embroided Canadian shoulder title to The Westminster Regiment
This is a good example of a embroided Canadian shoulder title to The Westminster Regiment. The regiment mobilized 'The Westminster Regiment (Machine Gun), CASF' for active service on 1 September 1939. It was redesignated: '1st Battalion, The Westminster Regiment (Machine Gun), CASF' on 7 November 1940;Footnote 22 and '1st Battalion, The Westminster Regiment (Motor), CASF' on 25 November 1940. I... read more
A nice little set of three original photo prints made during a excercise of the Free Norwegian Forces on 27.05.42
This is a nice set of three original prints made during a exercise of the Free Norwegian Forces in Britain. These three photo's were made on 27.05.42 in the area of Brahan Castle in Scotland. The three photo's depicting a Vickers Machine gun crew of soldiers of the Free Norwegian Forces. The photo's are measuring 12.0cm by 9.0cm and stilll got there original reference numbers on the reverse. Ha... read more
A nice and RARE to find Officers and other ranks The 49th (West Riding) Reconnaissance Regiment cap i.e beret badge
This is a neat example of a rare WW2 Reconnaissance Corps 49th West Riding Division beret badge, white metal example with a Yorkshire rose to the centre. The 49th (West Riding) DIVISION was a pre-war territorial formation consisting of the 146th, 147th & 148th Brigades. The first two recruited in Yorkshire and the third in the Notts. & Derbyshire area. The 49th REGIMENT was formed in September,... read more
A nice little Belgium national flag as intended to wear by Belgium volunteers on there upper arm of there battle-dress blouse
I was lucky to find recently a small Belgium or British made Belgium national flags as intended to wear by all ranks of the Belgium volunteers who were part of the Allied Army's in England during the war. Members of No 4 Troop, No 10 Commando (I.A.) wore these flags below the No.10 Commando shoulder title on there right shoulder. These Belgian flag's are difficult to find and are is a n... read more
A good un-issued 1st pattern embroided 1st Armoured Division formation badge
This is a neat example of a un-issued 1st pattern embroided 1st Armoured Division formation badge. Until 27 August 1941, the division was stationed in the United Kingdom on anti-invasion duties, anticipating a German invasion, under the command of Major-General Willoughby Norrie, who had taken command on 24 August 1940. It then embarked for Egypt under the command of Major-General Herbe... read more
A Canadian made two piece cap badge to the South Saskatchewan Regiment
This is a good example of a Canadian made two piece cap badge to the South Saskatchewan Regiment. During the Second World War, The South Saskatchewan Regiment participated in many major Canadian battles and operations, as part of the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division. The South Saskatchewan Regiment fought in the Dieppe Raid of 1942, Operation Atlantic, Operation Spring, Operation Totalize, Operat... read more
A nice Canadian/British made cap badge to the 17th Duke of York's Royal Canadian Hussars
This is a good example of a nice Canadian/British made cap badge to the 17th Duke of York's Royal Canadian Hussars. The regiment subsequently mobilized the '3rd Canadian Motorcycle Regiment, CASF (17 H)' for active service on 24 May 1940. It was redesignated '17th (Active) Duke of York's Royal Canadian Hussars, CASF' on 1 February 1941. It embarked for Britain on 23 August 1941. Detach... read more
A nice printed British made 5th Armoured Division Canadian shoulder divisional sign
This is a good example of a printed British made Canadian 5th Armoured Division divisional sign. The 5th Armoured took part in the Italian Campaign until the end of 1944 seeing notable action on the Hitler Line after the Allied breakthrough at Cassino in May 1944 and also during Operation Olive on the Gothic Line in August 1944. During the latter battle its single infantry brigade was a... read more
A difficult to find plastic (bakelite) The Border Regiment cap badge
This is a good example of a nice plastic cap badge to The Border Regiment. The 1st Battalion The Border Regiment is famous for their action's during the Battle of Arnhem in September 1944. The badge is in a nice condition for it's age and is made by the well know firm of Stanly&Sons in Walsall. It has the number 1-A on the back. It is one of the few who are diffucult to find these days.... read more
A nicely made Canadian Calgary Regiment cap i.e beret badge
When the Canadian Armoured Corps was created, the Calgary Regiment lost its status as an infantry regiment and transferred to the new corps. A reserve regiment remained in Calgary. The regiment was composed of 400 members of the reserve battalion, drawing also from reinforcement personnel from the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada and the Loyal Edmonton Regiment. The original 'A' Squadron ... read more
A nice Canadian cap badge to The Westminster Regiment
This is a good example of a Canadian made cap badge to the Westminsetr Regiment. The regiment mobilized 'The Westminster Regiment (Machine Gun), CASF' for active service on 1 September 1939. It was redesignated: '1st Battalion, The Westminster Regiment (Machine Gun), CASF' on 7 November 1940;Footnote 22 and '1st Battalion, The Westminster Regiment (Motor), CASF' on 25 November 1940. It ... read more
Out of print book : Some talk of private armies by Len Whittaker
This is a excellent copy of Some talk of private armies by Len Whittaker published in 1984 by the Harpenden based company of Albanium Publishing. More than 30 other clandestine units which abjured anything likely to advertise themselves or their activities, are also mentioned in the narrative. read more
A nice World War Two Royal Navy Combined Operations arm badge in yellow
I was lucky enough to find last week three identical right facing World War Two Royal Navy Combined Operations arm badges in yellow. These badges were worn by Royal Navy Commandos such as Combined Operations Pilotage Parties (COPPs), Obstacle Clearance Units (LCOCUs) and Royal Navy Parachutist. I can offer them for an atractive price (they are of course priced per single piece!). Pleas... read more
A nice full matching set of serif type lettering Royal Signals shoulder titles
This is a neat example of a nice full matching set of serif type lettering Royal Signals shoulder titles. These Royal Signals shoulder titles replaced the Royal Corps of Signals titles during mid 1944. This nice set with a cheese cloth backing is in a nicely used removed from uniform condition. Difficult to find. read more
A nice red on black embroided Royal Navy shoulder title
I was lucky enough to find four single red on black embroided Royal Navy shoulder titles. I'am not sure about the period. I can offer them for an atractive price (they are of course priced per single piece!). Please do note that this item does not show 'sold' before the last item has been sold. read more
A nicely used British/Canadian standard issue CIGARETTES pocket tin
This is a nice example of a standard issued British/Canadian Cigarettes pocket tin. These standard issued Cigarettes tins came in different sizes and layouts. This example has seen some use in the past. A nice and diffucult tin to find these days. read more
45.00 EUR
A nice single right facing embroided Airborne 'Pegasus' Division shoulder formation sign
This is a neat example of a -albeit regrettably single - right facing Airborne 'Pegasus' Division formation sign. First introduced in 1942 and designed by Major E.Seago based on the Greek saga of the winged horse Pegasus and his rider Bellerophon. This example is in a perfect issued condition and these patches are harder to find these days.
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A perfect matching set of British made late war period Le Regiment de la Chaudiere shoulder titles
I was lucky enough to find this perfect matching set of British made late war period Le Regiment de la Chaudiere shoulder titles. Le Régiment de la Chaudière (Mitrailleuses) mobilized Le Régiment de la Chaudière (Mitrailleuses), CASF on 1 September 1939. It was redesignated as Le Régiment de la Chaudière, CASF on 24 May 1940; and as the 1st Battalion, Le Régiment de la Chaudière, CASF o... read more
A nice un-issued late i.e early post war type 'Light Bulp' qualification badge
This is a good example of a un-issued late i.e early post war type 'Light Bulp' qualification badge. The badge who was given to members of the Airlanding Regiments and supporting units who were flown in by glider and had not done the regular Parachute course which were earning them the Parachute wing. Instead of the 7 jump require for the Parachute wing they did 5 jumps to earn them the... read more
A nice 1941 dated British Camouflage Training pamphlet No.46 Part 1
This is a good example of a nice 1941 dated British Camouflage Training pamphlet No.46 Part 1. A early Second World War guide to camouflage in Western Europe. 'Not to be published' - front cover. 26/G.S. Pubns./191. 42 pages, illustrations. This example nis in a nice issued condition. read more