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Mortain - Operation Lüttich Mortain - Operation Lüttich 2
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Mortain - Operation Lüttich

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Mortain Operation Lüttich - 1 August 1944, the Panzers counter-attack « All was lost for Germany after the defeat at Mortain » — Kurt Dittmar, Wehrmacht general, 25 April 1945 
 Just two months after D-Day in Normandy, Operation Cobra allowed the Allies to reach the gates of Brittany in record time. Deeply pierced on its left flank, the German front in...
Basic Pistol Instruction
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Basic Pistol Instruction

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Scope of competence for the pistol carrier Day / night shooting programme Simplified shooting stoppages Use of the bulletproof vest
HS Gazette Des Armes No.30 - Weapons under the Occupation...
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The defeat of 1940 and the occupation of the country by Nazi Germany quickly sparked a new conflict — an internal one this time — in which Collaborationist France, body and soul devoted to the Vichy regime, and groups of resistance fighters intent on preparing the liberation of the country would clash. The German army's attack on the USSR in June 1941...
GERMAN HEAVY TANK PROGRAMMES DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR GERMAN HEAVY TANK PROGRAMMES DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR 2
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Before achieving the deployment of the powerful Panzer VI Tiger I and II, armed with an 8.8 cm gun that would terrify an entire generation of Allied tank crews, the Germans had to study dozens of projects, sometimes reaching technological dead ends. Even before the Tiger clashed with the T-34/76 on the Russian plains, or the Panzer VIII Maus turned its...
A HISTORY OF OBJECTS OF THE RESISTANCE A HISTORY OF OBJECTS OF THE RESISTANCE 2
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The French Resistance has inspired numerous publications devoted to its clandestine organisations, its leaders and the social groups that composed it. However, very few works have focused on the objects that made up the daily lives of the resistance fighters. The poor relations of this history, these objects have not been studied in their own right and...
PANZERWAFFE Volume 1 - The Tactical Revolution PANZERWAFFE Volume 1 - The Tactical Revolution 2
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The history of the Panzerwaffe begins in 1916, when the Germans became aware of the potential impact of tanks on the art of war. Deprived of armour as a result of the limitations imposed by the Treaty of Versailles, they studied in depth the tactical lessons of the previous conflict in order to develop a revolutionary doctrine of employment and an...
1963 Service Socks olive drab - Pike Brothers 1963 Service Socks olive drab - Pike Brothers 2
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1963 Service Socks olive drab - Pike Brothers

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A pair of thick, soft socks to keep your feet warm! These socks are thick and feature a reinforced sole for extra comfort. They are ideal for winter. 75% cotton, 20% polyamide, 5% elastane Made in Portugal Sizes: S from 39 to 42 M from 43 to 46
Memoirs of Claude Monnot 1800–1815 – Grenadier of the...
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Account of Claude Monnot: enlisted as a Vélite, promoted to Grenadier of the Guard in 1806 and integrated into the Fusilier-Grenadiers in 1807. Commandant Monnot lived through everything. Who can claim to have witnessed the Coronation at Notre-Dame in the ranks of the Imperial Guard, and then that of the newly crowned King of Italy receiving the crown of...
THE 36TH AMERICAN INFANTRY DIVISION "TEXAS DIVISION" THE 36TH AMERICAN INFANTRY DIVISION "TEXAS DIVISION" 2
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The 36th American Infantry Division "Texas Division". The Allied liberation units — Italy, Provence, Rhône Valley, Vosges, Germany Delivery from 22 September This work is the only one in French recounting the history of the 36th Infantry Division of the United States Army, from its creation to the present day. This major unit, nicknamed the "Texas...
REIMS - 28 October 1359 - 18 May 1360 REIMS - 28 October 1359 - 18 May 1360 2
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Edward III's chevauchée broke before Reims, the City of Coronations. In 1359, Edward III of England held John II the Good prisoner after his crushing defeat at Poitiers (1356). France was slow to pay the enormous ransom for its sovereign. Weary of waiting, Edward decided to mount an expedition to have himself crowned King of France at Reims. The City of...
TILL THE JOB IS DONE - Letters from the Front
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Illustrated with newly colorized period photographs and battlefield relics, discover for the first time the complete correspondence of an American officer of the 4th Infantry Division, from the Norman fields to the dark Hürtgen Forest, by way of the Liberation of Paris! Poignant letters and a true story that prompt us to reflect on the ravages of war and...
THE ABWEHR - 1939-1945: German Secret Services in France
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The first comprehensive synthesis of the role played by German military intelligence in France under the Occupation. While many organisations of the Third Reich are well known — the all-powerful state militia (SS), the Nazi party's secret police (Gestapo), or its security arm (SD) — the Abwehr is less celebrated. Yet it played a crucial role during the...
HELICOPTER MIL MI-24 HIND: THE FLYING TANK
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Entering service in 1969, the Mi-24 (NATO reporting name "Hind") belongs to the very exclusive club of attack helicopters that have passed into legend. Designed to be the airborne equivalent of an infantry fighting vehicle, the Mil Mi-24 carries unmatched armament: a 4-barrel 12.7 mm Gatling cannon, four 57 mm rocket pods, and four AT-6 or AT-2 anti-tank...
Small Enamel Steel Plates Charcoal Black – Barebones Living Small Enamel Steel Plates Charcoal Black – Barebones Living 2
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Set of 2 small enamel steel plates with a hand-finished copper rim. Each piece is unique and they make a beautiful set when brought together on the table. 3-layer enamel steel Copper rim, hand-finished Hand washing recommended to preserve the original patina. Indoor or outdoor use Resistant to cold (freezing) and heat up to 700°C Unbreakable
Espresso Enamel Steel Coffee Cups Charcoal Colour –... Espresso Enamel Steel Coffee Cups Charcoal Colour –... 2
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Set of 2 espresso-format coffee cups in enamelled steel with a hand-finished copper rim. Each piece is unique and together they make a beautiful set on the table.3-layer enamelled steelCopper rim, hand-finishedHand washing recommended to preserve the original patina.Indoor or outdoor useResistant to cold (freezing) and heat up to 700°CUnbreakable
Charcoal Black Enamel Steel Bowls – Barebones Living Charcoal Black Enamel Steel Bowls – Barebones Living 2
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Set of 2 enamel steel bowls with a hand-finished copper rim. Each piece is unique and together they make a beautiful set on the table. 3-layer enamel steel Copper rim, hand-finished Hand washing recommended to preserve the original patina. Indoor or outdoor use Resistant to cold (freezing) and heat up to 700°C Unbreakable
1937 Roamer Vest Beaver black wool waistcoat - Pike Brothers 1937 Roamer Vest Beaver black wool waistcoat - Pike Brothers 2
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Our popular 1937 Roamer vest is made from heavy walking wool. The 1937 Roamer vest is a typical work waistcoat from the last century. It features 3 exterior pockets and an interior pocket for keeping all the small essentials of daily life.
THE CRAFT OF THE K-VERBÄNDE — All Versions of Human... THE CRAFT OF THE K-VERBÄNDE — All Versions of Human... 2
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In April 1944, following the failure of the U-Boote in the Atlantic, the Kriegsmarine pulls out all the stops to contain the threat of Allied landings in Europe. Among other defensive measures, it creates a special command bringing together flotillas of small coastal combat units. These formations are designated Kleinkampf-Verbände, or K-Verbände, and are...
GERMAN FORTIFICATIONS IN ALSACE-LORRAINE 1870–1918 GERMAN FORTIFICATIONS IN ALSACE-LORRAINE 1870–1918 2
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1870… Alsace-Lorraine becomes German for nearly half a century. Between 1871 and 1914, the victor built there a powerful fortified system articulated around the strongholds of Strasbourg, Neuf-Brisach, Metz and Thionville. All the new concepts developed in Germany were put into practice there, from the von Biehler forts to the powerful armoured and...
THE SENEGALESE TIRAILLEURS - From colonial subject to...
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The first comprehensive history of a legendary army corps. Created by imperial decree in July 1857, the first battalion of Tirailleurs is Senegalese in name only: this military corps formed within the French colonial empire in fact brought together the entire "force noire" — that is, the African soldiers of colour who fought for France. While studies on...
Blue wool/linen summer waistcoat with grey stripes - 1937... Blue wool/linen summer waistcoat with grey stripes - 1937... 2
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The cut of this waistcoat is inspired by waistcoat models from the 1900s/1920s. These were worn close to the body to avoid catching on a tool or other protruding object. The waistcoat's function was to protect shirts from dirt and wear. For this summer waistcoat, Pike Brothers used a fabric blending wool and linen. It is lightweight and comfortable....
1943 CPO Shirt Olive Wool Khaki Wool Shirt - Pike Brothers 1943 CPO Shirt Olive Wool Khaki Wool Shirt - Pike Brothers 2
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The U.S. Navy CPO Shirt – a classic among outdoor shirts. Life at sea has always been tough. Sailors' clothing had to adapt to the most demanding 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 from the U.S. Navy. The cut and fabric developed in...
"Leopard" 1966 Jungle BEO GAM Trousers - Pike Brothers "Leopard" 1966 Jungle BEO GAM Trousers - Pike Brothers 2
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The "Beo Gam" camouflage is inspired by duck-hunting garments of the 1940s. It appeared in the early 1960s during the Vietnam War. It was intended for special forces operating in South-East Asia.  The camouflage is created by combining various shapes in shades of brown and green, more or less dark, on a beige background. This camouflage was used...
JUNE 1940 THE BATTLE OF ABBEVILLE – From the Rhineland to Caen with the Company of the "List" Regiment
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The chronicle of the journey of the horse-drawn infantry gun company of the famous "List" Regiment, which distinguished itself in 1914 and was also the regiment of one Adolf Hitler. Day by day, we follow this unit from the Rhineland to Normandy, passing through Saint-Quentin, Amiens, Le Havre, Rouen and Giberville, near Caen. Day by day, we share the...
DES AILES DANS LES JAMBES – Memoirs of André Courval FAFL...
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After three escapes in answer to General De Gaulle's call, André Courval enlisted in 1940 in the Free French Air Forces. His Memoirs, enhanced by drawings from his own hand and personal photographs, recount the odyssey of a flying crew member from sub-Saharan Africa to the liberation of France.
Eugene Sledge – A Marine in the Hell of the Pacific
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Friday 15 September 1944, after three days of intense bombardment of the Japanese defences, the 1st Marine Division "Old Breed" landed on the island of Peleliu in the Palau Archipelago. The Marines' objective was to neutralise the garrison of this island and seize the Japanese airfield in order to secure the northern flank of General MacArthur's army,...
Jagdgeschwader 54: The Green Heart Eagles of the...
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Second volume of the history of the Jagdgeschwader 54. As the fate of the war in the East was being decided in early 1943, the Green Heart wing saw its III. Gruppe withdrawn from the sector to combat Allied raids on the Western Front: from duels over the English Channel to the sacrifice of Bodenplatte and the battles of the Normandy Landings.
Dark grey short-sleeve Henley T-shirt - 1927 Henley Shirt short sleeve iron grey Pike Brothers Dark grey short-sleeve Henley T-shirt - 1927 Henley Shirt short sleeve iron grey Pike Brothers 2
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The origin of this t-shirt lies in the undergarments of the 1920s. Whether short- or long-sleeved, they were worn beneath the shirt. The cut of the Henley Shirt is based on period patterns. 100% cotton, it is finer than the 1954 Utility Shirt and therefore lighter and cooler to wear. It is perfect under a shirt but can also be worn as a standalone garment...
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