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The Grognards Speak – 400 Testimonies from Napoleon's...
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The Grognards Speak – 400 Testimonies from Napoleon's Soldiers

L20240079
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Unpublished correspondence of soldiers and officers of the First Empire held at the Service historique de la Défense (1794–1815) The history of the Grande Armée is a matter of scale. While the exploits of its commanders-in-chief have engaged numerous historians over two centuries, the growing interest in the daily lives of its soldiers reflects a...
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Aviation at Diên Biên Phu - From the Genesis to the Fall...
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Aviation at Diên Biên Phu - From the Genesis to the Fall of the Entrenched Camp...

L20240062
€35.07
From 20 November 1953 to 7 May 1954, French aircrews were progressively pushed to — and beyond — the limits of human endurance. Without the crews of the Armée de l'Air, the Aéronavale, the Aviation Légère d'Observation d'Artillerie, the requisitioned civilian airlines, and American pilots who were heirs to the Flying Tigers, the entrenched camp at Diên...
BMW Twin-Cylinders 1950/69 from the R51/3 to the R69/S... BMW Twin-Cylinders 1950/69 from the R51/3 to the R69/S... 2
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BMW Twin-Cylinders 1950/69 from the R51/3 to the R69/S Telescopic and Swing-Arm...

L20240034
€56.87
BMW Telescopic and Swing-Arm Generation "magneto" R67 R67/2 R67/3 R68 R51/3 R50 R60 R69 R50/S R50/2 R60/2 R69S R50US R60US R69US The "BMW magneto models" are, post-war, the R67/2, R67/3, then the R51/3, R68, and finally the Earles-fork motorcycles R50, R60, R69, R50/S and R50/2, R60/2, R69/S — immortalised by their Earles forks — except for the last ones...
History and Art: Berezina 1812. A Tribute to the 126th RI... History and Art: Berezina 1812. A Tribute to the 126th RI... 2
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History and Art: Berezina 1812. A Tribute to the 126th RI - Carnet de la Sabretache

L20240015
€18.96
The only unit of the current French Army to bear the battle honour "La Bérézina 1812" on its colours, the 126th Infantry Regiment celebrated the 210th anniversary of the event on 25 November 2022, beneath the Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile. This volume recounts its role during the crossing of the Berezina, in the course of which the 126th Line Regiment...
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PAINTING WWII & MODERN ARMOUR PAINTING WWII & MODERN ARMOUR 2
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PAINTING WWII & MODERN ARMOUR

L20240014
€23.65
Far more than a simple technique, this work offers an entirely new approach to painting armour: the black-and-white technique, or how to establish contrasts — as well as numerous visual effects (dirt, wear marks or surface discolouration) — even before the base coat is applied! The author presents, in precise detail and through illustrated step-by-step...
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THE RUSSIAN KIROV-CLASS NUCLEAR-POWERED CRUISERS
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THE RUSSIAN KIROV-CLASS NUCLEAR-POWERED CRUISERS

L202301550
€28.34
In this 120-page work, Benjamin Gravisse provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the Kirov class, before presenting all its technical equipment and armaments, then detailing the operational history of each vessel. This softcover book is richly illustrated with photographs and plans as well as 3D views of the Kirov (renamed Admiral Ushakov...
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Paratroopers in Algeria 1954–1958
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Paratroopers in Algeria 1954–1958

L20230143
€26.54
A dark legend surrounds the paratroopers sent to Algeria. These units, marked by the defeat at Diên Biên Phu and determined to deploy every available means to avoid a new setback, are said to have theorised counter-subversive doctrines involving the use of torture, before going on to participate in the overthrow of the Fourth Republic and the putsch of...
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PARATROOPERS OF THE 14th RCP IN ALGERIA - FROM DOUBT TO...
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PARATROOPERS OF THE 14th RCP IN ALGERIA - FROM DOUBT TO REVOLT (SEPTEMBER 1959 - APRIL...

L20230088
€32.23
During the Algerian War, the paratroopers were at the forefront of the fighting. They faced the most hardened moudjahidines in the most remote djebels. Yet, nearly six decades later, does anyone still remember that some of these elite units had conscripts making up the majority of their ranks? Such was the case of the 14th Régiment de chasseurs...
HS UNIFORMES THEMATIQUE N°7 - THE 10th PARACHUTE DIVISION...
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HS UNIFORMES THEMATIQUE N°7 - THE 10th PARACHUTE DIVISION - PARAS IN ALGERIA 1956-1961

L20230080
€13.74
HISTORY - WEAPONS - UNIFORMS - INSIGNIA - EQUIPMENT HORS-SERIE UNIFORMES THEMATIQUE N°7: THE 10th PARACHUTE DIVISION - PARAS IN ALGERIA 1956-1961 Under the direction of Marc Bruschi & Paul Villatoux. 98 illustrated pages, colour and b&w photographs CONTENTS: THE 10th PARACHUTE DIVISION, A "PRAETORIAN GUARD" JUMP SUITS AND CAMOUFLAGE COMBAT DRESS THE...
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THE EXILE OF THE COLLABORATORS 1944-1989
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THE EXILE OF THE COLLABORATORS 1944-1989

L20230022
€22.75
Ministers at Vichy, police chiefs, press magnates, radio presenters, cinema actors or ordinary individuals, they left in August 1944 in the wagons of the enemy and then went into hiding. For some, their exile lasted 45 years! Yves Pourcher offers us here a gallery of history's shipwrecked souls. August 1944. The day before, they had still been ministers,...
1940 Army Denim Trousers indigo 9 oz – Pike Brothers 1940 Army Denim Trousers indigo 9 oz – Pike Brothers 2
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1940 Army Denim Trousers indigo 9 oz – Pike Brothers

P0101-22-0001
€140.83
1940 Army Denim Trousers Indigo – Military denim trousers Until 1942, blue denim was the standard uniform of the U.S. Army. Introduced in the mid-1920s, it was designed to be worn over the wool field uniform, providing additional protection while ensuring comfort and freedom of movement. The 1940 Army Denim Trousers Indigo faithfully reproduces this...
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The Egyptian Campaign 1798–1801 The Egyptian Campaign 1798–1801 2
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The Egyptian Campaign 1798–1801

L20220450
€65.40
The Egyptian Campaign 1798–1801: The Genesis of the Sons of Mars This new book in the Épopées collection takes you to Egypt in the footsteps of those sons of Mars, the future phalanx of the armies of the Empire. Live the account of an unimaginable epic: that of the soldiers of the First Republic, those who had already shared so many laurels with the...
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1928 Newsboy Cap Goliath cord mustard – Pike Brothers 1928 Newsboy Cap Goliath cord mustard – Pike Brothers 2
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1928 Newsboy Cap Goliath cord mustard – Pike Brothers

P0603-22-0018
€57.50
We all have an image of the 1920s to 1940s in mind: that of a young newspaper seller with his flat cap and his newspaper bag worn across the shoulder. A classic cap from the 1920s to 1940s — an indispensable accessory for a retro or city outfit that it will complement perfectly. - outer fabric: 55% linen / 45% cotton - lining: 100% cotton - heathered grey...
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T-Shirt NAVY Naval Aviation Grey on Blue - In Memories... T-Shirt NAVY Naval Aviation Grey on Blue - In Memories... 2
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T-Shirt NAVY Naval Aviation Grey on Blue - In Memories Sportswear

IMS-TSNAVYFIGHTINGSQUADRONBLEU
€29.50 €49.17
This straight-cut T-shirt is styled as worn in the 1940s. It is made from a very thick cotton at 240 g/m², making it exceptionally comfortable to wear and very soft to the touch. The T-shirt is made in Portugal and the screen printing is produced in France entirely by hand using artisanal methods. The ink used is water-based. Heather grey colour
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THE DESERT WAR 1941–1943 – Heroes and Feats of Arms THE DESERT WAR 1941–1943 – Heroes and Feats of Arms 2
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THE DESERT WAR 1941–1943 – Heroes and Feats of Arms

L20220394
€23.60
North Africa: its dunes, the thirst, the suffocating heat, its endless tracks and its heroes. For if the Desert War, from 1941 to 1943, left its mark through the great tank battles that took place there and the special units that took part, one must not forget that this war was also a human story. From the ordinary soldier stoically manning his anti-tank...
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1940 THE BLOCKHOUSES OF THE ARDENNES - Useless Sentinels
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1940 THE BLOCKHOUSES OF THE ARDENNES - Useless Sentinels

L20220364
€23.70
While the fortification of the north-eastern borders was virtually complete, the General Staff decided to erect a series of advanced concrete posts along the German border, known as « maisons fortes ». Tasked with raising the alarm in the event of a surprise attack and triggering the demolition of infiltration routes towards the fortified line, these...
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Portable USB LED Lantern Olive - Beacon Hanging Lantern... Portable USB LED Lantern Olive - Beacon Hanging Lantern... 2
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Portable USB LED Lantern Olive - Beacon Hanging Lantern Light - Barebones Living

BB-LIV-233
€65.83
The Barebones Beacon lamp features a dimmer that allows you to fully illuminate your surroundings or simply set the mood. This portable lamp hooks up easily with its carabiner or stands on its sturdy base. The Beacon comes with a 20 cm USB cord and an additional 85 cm cord for its rechargeable battery. The latter lasts over 200 hours at low brightness and...
1943 CPO Shirt Moleskin dark red - Pike Brothers 1943 CPO Shirt Moleskin dark red - Pike Brothers 2
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1943 CPO Shirt Moleskin dark red - Pike Brothers

P0401-21-0030
€140.83
The U.S. Navy CPO Shirt – a classic among outdoor shirts. A sailor's life has always been tough. Their clothing, too, had to adapt to the harshest weather conditions. Over the years, specific cuts and materials established themselves in the navy. The 1943 CPO Shirt is one of those garments that emerged in the U.S. Navy. The cut and fabric, developed in...
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L'ECLAIREUR - "You don't choose to join the KGB, the KGB...
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L'ECLAIREUR - "You don't choose to join the KGB, the KGB chooses you."

L20220301
€21.80
L'Éclaireur — From recruitment to training, the true and astonishing story of the only KGB spy to have infiltrated the ENA in order to penetrate the French administration "You don't choose to join the KGB, the KGB chooses you." When he entered the Institute of State International Relations (MGIMO) in Moscow at the age of seventeen, Sergei Jirnov was far...
SUBMACHINE GUNS OF THE WORLD Volume 1
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SUBMACHINE GUNS OF THE WORLD Volume 1

L20220299
€54.98
SOUTH AFRICA - ALBANIA - ALGERIA - GERMANY - ARGENTINA - AUSTRALIA - AUSTRIA - BELGIUM - BURMA - BRAZIL - BULGARIA - CANADA - CHILE - CHINA - SOUTH KOREA - CROATIA - DENMARK - EGYPT - SPAIN - ESTONIA - UNITED STATES - FINLAND - FRANCE The first submachine guns were developed during the Great War. After 1918, the weapon was of only moderate interest to...
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THE AXIS FORCES - Extraordinary Stories and Battles...
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THE AXIS FORCES - Extraordinary Stories and Battles 1939-1945

L20220298
€32.23
This gripping and compelling work presents numerous feats of arms by the Axis forces (Germany, Italy, Japan, Finland and others) that are often little known. It uncovers incredible and extraordinary stories, highlighting the military qualities of Axis elite troops fighting under difficult conditions, yet frequently carrying the day through their...
Raw Denim Jacket - 1963 Roamer Jacket 11oz Metal - Pike... Raw Denim Jacket - 1963 Roamer Jacket 11oz Metal - Pike... 2
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Raw Denim Jacket - 1963 Roamer Jacket 11oz Metal - Pike Brothers

P0301-17-0005
€165.83
The 1963 Roamer Jacket is a classic denim jacket worn during the 1960s. Short, fitted jackets were particularly popular with cowboys, as they were designed for riding. This version features contemporary details such as the shorter cut, the expansion pleats on the front button placket, and the characteristic back cinch. Details: - Raw denim 11 oz - 100%...
The CNR Programme — National Council of the Resistance
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The CNR Programme — National Council of the Resistance

L20210192
€14.22
The Programme of the National Council of the Resistance was adopted, clandestinely and unanimously, on 15 March 1944 in occupied France. This programme "for France" remains highly relevant today by the force of its ideas. L'Esprit du Temps reissues this founding text with the preface by Stéphane Hessel, one of the signatories of the programme, written in...
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THE FIRST FRENCH ARMY - From Provence to Germany, 1944-1945
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THE FIRST FRENCH ARMY - From Provence to Germany, 1944-1945

L20210099
€24.64
The definitive study of the army that liberated southern France. On 15 August 1944, the First French Army landed in Provence. Numbering some 300,000 soldiers in its ranks, it liberated, that summer, the major cities of southern France. It was subsequently sent into Germany, the Alps and northern Italy. This First French Army was commanded by General de...
STURMARTILLERIE DE LA WAFFEN-SS Volume 2 Totenkopf -... STURMARTILLERIE DE LA WAFFEN-SS Volume 2 Totenkopf -... 2
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STURMARTILLERIE DE LA WAFFEN-SS Volume 2 Totenkopf - Polizei - Wiking x2

L20210042
€37.44
In this second volume on the Sturmgeschütze of the Waffen-SS, the reader will find the history of the assault guns of the "Totenkopf" division, initially organized as a single battery and later expanded into a powerful three-battery Abteilung. Plunged into the ordeal of the Demyansk Pocket in the winter of 1941/42, the Sturmartilleristen endured almost...
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U-Boote in the Mediterranean - Volume 1, September...
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U-Boote in the Mediterranean - Volume 1, September 1941–May 1943, to the Rescue of the...

L20200255
€51.18
The history of the 62 U-Boote that fought in the Mediterranean During the summer of 1941, the British decimate the convoys crossing the Mediterranean to supply Rommel's Afrikakorps. The Kriegsmarine is called to the rescue! The first U-Boote pass through the Strait of Gibraltar at the end of September 1941. After their combat mission against Royal Navy...
1969 US NAVY USN Wool Blanket Plaid Pike Brothers 1969 US NAVY USN Wool Blanket Plaid Pike Brothers 2
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1969 US NAVY USN Wool Blanket Plaid Pike Brothers

P0699-16-0002
€115.83
This blanket is ideal at home, on a bed or sofa, as decoration, or even in a car or on a motorcycle to keep warm or for a picnic.  Large and soft, it is ideal for your comfort. - 100% virgin wool - anchor design and USN (US Navy) logo - dimensions: 170 x 200 cm - fitted with a genuine leather strap - made in Portugal
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Nord 1914, the Invasion
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Nord 1914, the Invasion

L20200205
€20.85
French military plans before 1914 envisaged a war fought mainly in eastern France. The Schlieffen Plan, drawn up by the German General Staff, threw the Kaiser's armies into Belgium, from where they pushed into the north without stopping, with the objective of destroying the French army between Paris and the Vosges. After the check on the Marne, the two...
1923 Turtle Neck Grey Rollneck Sweater – Pike Brothers 1923 Turtle Neck Grey Rollneck Sweater – Pike Brothers 2
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1923 Turtle Neck Grey Rollneck Sweater – Pike Brothers

P0204-15-0001
€165.83
This sweater is inspired by a U.S. Navy submariner's model from the 1920s–1930s. Its cut is timeless and it continues to be worn to this day. It is very warm; its close-fitting cut and high collar are perfect for facing the rigours of winter, the mountains or the sea. It pairs perfectly with the N1 Deck Jacket. - 100% virgin wool - Color grey - Slim...
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MILITARY SUBMARINES
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MILITARY SUBMARINES

L20200143
€46.45
Discover the submarines that shaped history, from the eighteenth century to the present day. Fifty-two submarines are examined here in detail, including the semi-submersible Turtle of 1775, the French submarine cruiser Surcouf of 1929 fitted with two 203 mm guns, the formidable German U-Boot Type VII that decimated Allied convoys during the Second World...
LES BLANCS-SABLONS LE CONQUET 25 April 1513 – The Franco-Breton Navy Repels the Royal Navy
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LES BLANCS-SABLONS LE CONQUET 25 April 1513 – The Franco-Breton Navy Repels the Royal Navy

L20200100
€15.17
Every summer, the Blancs-Sablons beach at Le Conquet draws thousands of tourists in search of fresh air and invigorating bathing. How many know that five centuries ago, a fierce naval battle was fought off that beach, between English sailors and French and Breton sailors? And that the reddened waters of the Iroise Sea washed dozens of corpses onto the...
AFGHANISTAN 2011–2012 The Lafayette Brigade V in Kapisa
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AFGHANISTAN 2011–2012 The Lafayette Brigade V in Kapisa

L20200087
€18.96
In 2010, the 1st Mechanised Brigade of Châlons-en-Champagne stood up Task Force La Fayette V, designated to serve the following year in Afghanistan, a state plunged for four decades into a particularly deadly conflict. It was in the majestic but extremely dangerous setting of that distant country that these men carried out their duty as soldiers with...
Grey wool jacket – 1932 Surveyor Cricketeer Jacket Dundee... Grey wool jacket – 1932 Surveyor Cricketeer Jacket Dundee... 2
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Grey wool jacket – 1932 Surveyor Cricketeer Jacket Dundee grey – Pike Brothers

P0301-25-0008
€290.83
The 1938 Cricketeer jacket is a loose-fitting jacket with a half-belt and an action pleat on the back. This style was originally a shooting jacket that did not restrict the wearer. Thanks to its freedom of movement and sophisticated look, it found its way into the 1930s men's wardrobe. More details on the 1938 Cricketeer jacket: Outer fabric: 100% wool,...
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