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The History of the 14 July Military Parade – In Paris,...
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For nearly 150 years, on 14 July, the French army has paraded through Paris — yet the history of this ceremony, followed each year by millions of French people, has never before been told. Drawing on more than 300 rare or unpublished photographs and a wealth of archival sources, Christian Benoit analyses this event, which symbolises the bond between the...
Female Collaborators, 1940–1945 - A History of the Women...
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"Female collaborators": the mere mention of the word calls to mind images of the thousands of French women crushed by the savage purges and publicly shorn at the Liberation for having "sinned" with the enemy. Sometimes, too, one recalls other events that marked the years of Occupation — such as the notorious trip to Germany undertaken by French actresses...
THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF COMMANDO BADGES THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF COMMANDO BADGES 2
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This work explores the history of the 104 commando badges officially recognised by the Service historique de la défense, from the first issued in 1972 to the most recent in 2023. It provides an overview of the various patents and their evolution over the years, as well as the many unofficial badges. The authors, Vivien Bureu and Ronan Levesque, both...
Vietnam Short - 1966 Jungle Short Olive - Pike Brothers Vietnam Short - 1966 Jungle Short Olive - Pike Brothers 2
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€107.50
The Tropical Combat Uniform was the standard uniform of American soldiers during the Vietnam War. Developed in the early 1960s, it was designed to withstand the extreme climatic conditions of the jungle. The uniform was made from very lightweight yet durable cotton poplin that dried quickly. The jacket and trousers featured various spacious pockets for...
The Occupation in Normandy
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The Occupation in Normandy

L20240106
€37.82
This collection of previously unpublished photographs invites the reader to discover the period of occupation in Normandy through the eyes of the German occupier. More than 500 images, all taken from soldiers' personal albums, are brought together here. They show us their daily lives — training, fortifications, reviews and official visits, as well as...
THE SECRETS OF THE CIVIL WAR
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THE SECRETS OF THE CIVIL WAR

L20240098
€18.86
Beyond the titanic battles, the Civil War emerges as one of the first, if not the first, modern conflicts in history. From the appearance of the first machine guns to the direction of artillery fire by observation balloon, from the first submarines and the first ironclad vessels to the large-scale use of the telegraph and the railways, this conflict was...
Lieutenant-Colonel Jeanpierre – Legendary Soldier
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The archetype of the man of war and the prestigious commander, Lieutenant-Colonel Jeanpierre, a heroic figure of the Foreign Legion, has his place in the glorious pantheon formed by those whose exemplary lives and deaths serve to build legends. It was at the age of 18, in 1930, that he enlisted as a private soldier in an infantry regiment, to be appointed...
The Siege of Leningrad - September 1941 - January 1944
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The siege endured by Leningrad (formerly Saint Petersburg) for nearly 900 days (1941–1944) at the hands of the Germans and their allies is one of the darkest episodes of the Second World War. The Nazis applied a policy of annihilation there, claiming at least 1.8 million victims, half of them civilians. The besieged found themselves confronted not only...
Navy & White Marcel Tank Top "LE GILETON DU PÉGRIOT" -... Navy & White Marcel Tank Top "LE GILETON DU PÉGRIOT" -... 2
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Navy & White Marcel Tank Top "LE GILETON DU PÉGRIOT" - Fleurs de Bagne

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€49.17
The Gileton du Pégriot is made in a historic French family hosiery mill for Fleurs de Bagne. 100% super-combed cotton Very Soft & Comfortable RICHELIEU Rib Knit In Richelieu knits, the jersey bands tend to roll to their reverse side, allowing the rib bands to draw closer together. This produces a vertical raised effect on one face and a vertical...
LA PATROUILLE DE FRANCE Illustrated
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La Patrouille de France: a legacy spanning 70 years. This official aerobatic display team of the French Air and Space Force has been thrilling audiences worldwide since 1953. This hardcover album illustrates the highlights of these aviators who have flown over New York, the Great Wall of China and many other iconic locations. To mark the 70th anniversary...
T-shirt 1927 Henley Shirt short sleeve Mojave blue - Pike... T-shirt 1927 Henley Shirt short sleeve Mojave blue - Pike... 2
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The origin of this t-shirt comes from the underwear of the 1920s. With short or long sleeves, they were worn under 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 main garment in summer.
Driving Mittens "Summer Gloves Sheep Nappa & Knit" - Stetson Driving Mittens "Summer Gloves Sheep Nappa & Knit" - Stetson 2
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Cold protection, handmade.  The combination of leather and knit makes these elegant Stetson gloves a practical and stylish companion. Different colours beautifully accentuate the characteristic appearance of the different materials. Two press studs allow the shaft width to be adjusted — for an optimal fit and extra protection against cold and wind....
MA-1 Pilot Bomber Jacket Black - Alpha Industries MA-1 Pilot Bomber Jacket Black - Alpha Industries 2
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The bomber, or Flight jacket MA-1, is a nylon jacket. It was created for pilots of the US Air Force and Navy. This type of jacket became famous through photographs of American pilots during the Vietnam War. Prior to that, pilots wore leather jackets, but the nylon bomber became the defining aviator jacket. The first bombers appeared in the early 1950s....
MA-1 Pilot Bomber Jacket Navy Blue - Alpha Industries MA-1 Pilot Bomber Jacket Navy Blue - Alpha Industries 2
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The bomber, or Flight jacket MA-1, is a nylon jacket. It was created for pilots of the US Air Force and Navy. This type of jacket became famous through photographs of American pilots during the Vietnam War. Prior to that, pilots wore leather jackets, but the nylon bomber became the defining aviator jacket. The first bombers appeared in the early 1950s....
THE NOTEBOOKS OF EUGÈNE DE BEAUHARNAIS - Garde des Consuls THE NOTEBOOKS OF EUGÈNE DE BEAUHARNAIS - Garde des Consuls 2
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The entirety of the notebooks was originally in the possession of General Mellinet: this officer, described at the time by General Vanson as a «glorious scarred veteran», commanded the Grenadiers of the Imperial Guard at Magenta. This soldier, a lieutenant in the national guards in 1813, was rapidly incorporated into the 88th line infantry regiment in...
War Diary of a Free French Doctor – With de Gaulle...
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A doctor in Pointe-Noire at the time of the declaration of war, Jean Vialard-Goudou joined the Free French Forces as early as July 1940 and, from Eritrea to Syria and from Libya to Tunisia, organised first aid for the wounded of the principal military campaigns in which the 1re BFL and then the 1re DFL took part, on or near the battlefield. From this...
The "Louv" Women's Canvas Khaki Boilersuit - L'Ouvrière... The "Louv" Women's Canvas Khaki Boilersuit - L'Ouvrière... 2
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Inspired by a 1940s workwear boilersuit, it draws on the codes of mechanic and pilot overalls. This boilersuit is both comfortable and rugged, and can be opened completely thanks to a central button fastening. Fitted at the waist and relaxed along the legs. Made in 400g cotton canvas, button fastening. 2 chest patch pockets. 2 side pockets. Made in France
1969 Chimayo Blanket blue – Pike Brothers 1969 Chimayo Blanket blue – Pike Brothers 2
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1969 Chimayo Blanket blue – Pike Brothers

P0699-18-0001
€115.83
This blanket is ideal at home, on a bed or sofa, as decoration, or even in the car or on a motorcycle for warmth or a picnic.  Large and soft, it is ideal for your comfort. - 100% virgin wool- North American vintage design- dimensions: 170 x 200 cm- fitted with a genuine leather strap- made in Portugal
UNITED WE CONQUER – Commandos Marine, ils racontent leur...
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The history of the Commandos Marine told by those who lived it, magnificently photographed by one of their own. Preface by Rear Admiral Pierre de Briançon, Commander of the Naval Fusiliers and Commandos Maritime Force. Léon Gautier passed away in June 2023, aged 100. He was the last representative of the 1er Bataillon de Fusiliers Marins Commandos,...
SABOTEUSES - Volume 2 - The Mole SABOTEUSES - Volume 2 - The Mole 2
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Normandy, 1942… The saboteuses have taken up their posts on French soil. For Paulette Kincaid, code name Aiguille, life is nothing but an adventure — between a romance with a butcher's boy and transmissions keeping the Allies informed about the situation in France. But doubt has set in since the execution of a network leader… There is said to be a mole in...
COLONEL PASSY - General de Gaulle's Master Spy
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The story of Colonel Passy (1911–1998) is above all the story of an extraordinary destiny. The 29-year-old captain who rallied to Free France as early as 1940 was among the handful of volunteers without whom General de Gaulle could not have hoped to succeed in his audacious gamble: to secure France a seat at the victors' table in 1945. With no prior...
Navy - History & Traditions - Carnet de la Sabretache Navy - History & Traditions - Carnet de la Sabretache 2
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All things considered, la Royale has only four centuries of history, having emerged at the beginning of the 17th century within the framework of France's policy of power and influence, conceived and developed by Richelieu. Over those four centuries, the French navy not only sailed and explored every sea and ocean on the globe, but also fully mastered the...
1947 OG-107 Shirt OD7 - Pike Brothers 1947 OG-107 Shirt OD7 - Pike Brothers 2
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1947 OG-107 Shirt OD7 - Pike Brothers

P0401-23-0034
€82.50 €115.83
The OG-107 uniform was worn from 1952 to 1963 by the United States Armed Forces (US Army). The previous uniform was the one designated as the "Pattern 1947". The 1947 model was a combination of the summer uniform worn in 1940 and the garment that would become the OG-107 in the 1950s. This transitional uniform was made from 100% cotton HBT (Herringbone...
Grey Cotton Linen 1905 Hauler Vest Smoke Grey - Pike... Grey Cotton Linen 1905 Hauler Vest Smoke Grey - Pike... 2
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This vest was produced using early 1900s vests as models. These were worn close to the body to avoid snagging on a tool or other protruding object. The vest's function was to protect shirts from dirt and wear. For this vest, Pike Brothers used a robust herringbone wool fabric. fabric 54% cotton, 46% linen fitted cut 2 front pockets half-belt at the back...
Band collar shirt 1923 Buccanoy Shirt Huaba Blue - Pike... Band collar shirt 1923 Buccanoy Shirt Huaba Blue - Pike... 2
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The 1923 Buccanoy Shirt is a must for formal occasions. It features a "MAO" collar, as straight-collar shirts were fashionable in the early years of the last century, in the 1920s and 1930s. For evenings and special occasions, it was possible to add a starched false collar. It therefore has a button at the back of the collar for this purpose. The stand...
THE NAPOLEONIC MILITARY REVOLUTION - Volume 1, Manoeuvres
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The political and social revolution of 1789 brought about an upheaval in the art of war, which reached full maturity under Napoleon I. The Emperor effected a synthesis between the theories of Enlightenment military thinkers and the early experiments in mass warfare conducted by the generals of the Republic. He stands at the origin of modern warfare. The...
THE THREE DAYS THAT BROUGHT DOWN FRANCE - 11–13 June 1940
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When France collapsed in June 1940, attention has often focused solely on the cabinet meeting of 16 June in Bordeaux, where President of the Council Paul Reynaud stepped aside to make way for Marshal Pétain. Yet this book, built on all available archives in Paris and Tours, shows that the Reynaud government — which left the capital amid the chaos of the...
1962 OG-107 Short Alcatraz White - Pike Brothers 1962 OG-107 Short Alcatraz White - Pike Brothers 2
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1962 OG-107 Short Alcatraz White - Pike Brothers

P0103-23-0004
€82.50
The Alcatraz fabric is a printed canvas that was used for prison stripes. Prison stripes appeared around 1850 and were intended to quickly identify escaping prisoners. The following details characterize the OG-107 short: 100% cotton Relaxed fit Button closure Pre-washed, won't shrink Warning. The fabric is printed and may bleed!
VERDUN 1916
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VERDUN 1916

L20230033
€23.70
Verdun — The most iconic battle of the First World War, today a symbol of peace for humanity. In the ecosystem of Great War battles, Verdun stands as an exception — but not because of the casualties, the subject of every fantasy, nor because of the number of shells fired, the violence, the new tactics and a thousand other superlatives: this confrontation...
THE BATTLE OF CHÂTEAUDUN - 18 October 1870
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August–September 1870: as the French army is in full retreat and regular troops are attempting to reorganise, National Guardsmen and francs-tireurs spring up everywhere, inflicting losses on the enemy — admittedly modest, but sufficient for the German high command to decide to eradicate them by intimidating, if necessary, the civilian populations...
Baldur Von Schirach - From the Hitler Youth to the...
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From the upper echelons of the Prussian bourgeoisie, Baldur von Schirach spent his childhood in the shadow of his father, who was committed to the far right. An ambitious young man, Baldur rose rapidly through the Nazi system: he joined the NSDAP at 18 and became leader of the Hitler Youth at 24. He managed its direction and organisation, overseeing the...
War in the Feminine - They Fight for France
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They are helicopter pilots, paratroopers, bomb disposal experts, base commanders or intelligence officers… But who are they really? How did they get there? How did they establish themselves in a man's world? Dorothée Olliéric, senior correspondent, went to meet these women, who open up here about their vocation and the reasons for their commitment. Their...
1937 Roamer Vest Dundee Grey Waistcoat - Pike Brothers 1937 Roamer Vest Dundee Grey Waistcoat - Pike Brothers 2
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€149.17
The 1937 Roamer Vest is a typical workwear waistcoat from the last century. It features 3 exterior pockets and one interior pocket to store all the small essentials of daily life. Our "French Asphalt" fabric is made from 100% cotton and has its origins in French workwear. French Asphalt was used as a lightweight summer fabric. Although rooted in the...
Thick Waxed Canvas Garden Bag Olive Green – Barebones Living Thick Waxed Canvas Garden Bag Olive Green – Barebones Living 2
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This vintage harvest and garden bag offers great versatility for outdoor or garden use. Its adjustable straps allow comfortable front or back carrying. The removable base makes it easy to quickly empty the harvest. Made from weather- and water-resistant paraffin waxed canvas, it features a removable waterproof inner bag lining. The lining can even hold...
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