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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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€26.54
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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€20.38
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...
Winning at Sea in the 21st Century: Tactics in the Fifth...
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After decades of apparent calm, the prospect of naval combat is once again plausible. While the 20th century ended with the unchallenged dominance of Western naval power, the 21st century opens with a challenge to the established order, particularly in the "global commons" of which the sea is a part. The rivalry between naval forces, which might have...
1937 Roamer Vest French Asphalt - Pike Brothers 1937 Roamer Vest French Asphalt - Pike Brothers 2
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1937 Roamer Vest French Asphalt - Pike Brothers

P0302-22-0006
€157.50
The 1937 Roamer Vest is a typical workwear vest from the last century. It features 3 exterior pockets and an interior pocket to store all the small essentials of daily life. Our "French Asphalt" fabric is 100% cotton and originates from French workwear. French Asphalt was used as a lightweight summer fabric. Although rooted in workwear, it has a more...
Wooden spatula - SPATULA WALNUT - Barebones Living Wooden spatula - SPATULA WALNUT - Barebones Living 2
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€20.79
Smooth walnut wood spoon or spatula with brass hanging ring. The wood does not scratch. Perfectly suited for non-stick pans. Clean with a sponge or brush. Material: FSC-certified walnut wood. Hand wash only. Not dishwasher safe. Copper-plated stainless steel hanging eyelet. Dimensions: Spoon: 36 x 5.7 x 1.9 cm. Spatula: 36 x 6.4 x 1.3 cm. Weight:...
Wooden spoon - SPOON WALNUT - Barebones Living Wooden spoon - SPOON WALNUT - Barebones Living 2
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Smooth walnut wood spoon or spatula with brass hanging ring. The wood does not scratch. Perfectly suited for non-stick pans. Clean with a sponge or brush. Material: FSC-certified walnut wood. Hand wash only. Not dishwasher safe. Copper-plated stainless steel hanging eyelet. Dimensions: Spoon: 36 x 5.7 x 1.9 cm. Spatula: 36 x 6.4 x 1.3 cm. Weight:...
Black Kitchen Apron - Barebones Living Black Kitchen Apron - Barebones Living 2
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Black Kitchen Apron - Barebones Living

BB-CKW-480
€40.83
Very thick and heavy-duty cotton apron for craftsmen, DIY enthusiasts or barbecue Designed with direct input from our partner chefs, this modern and durable garment features unique and practical details specific to open-fire cooking. The heavy-duty cotton construction means years of use, and the extra front pocket keeps your phone, pen or thermometer...
Men at War: Chronicles of '70 – Unpublished Testimonies...
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From the regimental postman to the priest, from the Pontifical Zouave to the sailor, discover eight testimonies from the Franco-Prussian War. These texts, published here for the first time, will bring this first modern war to life at ground level: the sieges, the social and political upheavals that led to the episode of the Commune and the collapse of the...
ATLAS OF WARS - The Early Modern Period: 16th, 17th and...
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Marignano, Lepanto, Vauban, Peter the Great, Bonaparte... These names resonate throughout the history of modern warfare and have endured across the ages: the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries remain the great centuries of innovation in the art of war. Modern warfare swept across land and sea. No part of the globe was spared. The Europeans, in their colonial...
Cognac Leather Gloves - Leather Classic Gloves Barebones... Cognac Leather Gloves - Leather Classic Gloves Barebones... 2
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Classic leather work gloves. Ideal for gardening, the thick leather will protect hands from cuts and splinters. Elegant enough to be worn in town as well. Premium first-quality natural cowhide leather Specifically designed for outdoor use Self-hemmed Elasticated shirred back Keystone thumb Dyed using certified natural dyes free from chemicals Handmade in...
VINTAGE HAIR STYLES OF THE 1940s: A Practical Guide
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The 1940s were exciting times for women, heralding new looks and, crucially, new hair styles. Vintage Hair Styles of the 1940s provides a complete guide to those hair styles. It takes a step-by-step approach to demonstrate how to achieve the styles for yourself or for your clients at home, in a salon or in the studio. More than thirty of the most common...
1905 Hauler Pant Blue Wabash - Pike Brothers 1905 Hauler Pant Blue Wabash - Pike Brothers 2
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1905 Hauler Pant Blue Wabash - Pike Brothers

P0101-23-0001
€140.83
Haul, tow, pull, hoist: words that evoke the origin of the 1905 Hauler Pant. This trouser has its roots in the working world of the 19th century. Pike Brothers recreated it based on an old photograph from the 1890s. The photo, taken in an old brewery, shows a warehouseman leaning against a beer barrel. Craftsmen, like brewery workers, often had to carry,...
1943 CPO Shirt Otsego Red Flannel Shirt - Pike Brothers 1943 CPO Shirt Otsego Red Flannel 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, 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 appeared in the U.S. Navy. The cut and fabric, developed in...
1943 CPO Shirt Ohio red - Pike Brothers 1943 CPO Shirt Ohio red - Pike Brothers 2
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1943 CPO Shirt Ohio red - Pike Brothers

P0401-22-0044
€132.50
The U.S. Navy CPO Shirt – a classic among outdoor shirts. A sailor's life has always been hard. Their clothing, too, had to adapt to the most demanding weather conditions. Over the years, specific shapes 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,...
WORLD HISTORY OF AIRCRAFT CARRIERS, FROM ORIGINS TO THE...
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An auxiliary platform during the First World War, the aircraft carrier rose to the rank of Capital Ship during the Second, granting the air arm mobility and permanence in a theatre far from land bases. Its impact on international relations became considerable through its capacity for conventional or nuclear strikes against coastal fringes where the bulk...
Bir Hakeim — Event and Memory Bir Hakeim — Event and Memory 2
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Bir Hakeim — Event and Memory

L20220416
€33.18
Bir Hakeim. The name rings out like a defiance. The victorious defence of Bir Hakeim by the Free French Forces marked a turning point in the history of General de Gaulle and the Free France movement, launched under difficult conditions in 1940. The military and political project had as its objective to return France to the war after the defeat of the...
CRÉCY 1346 — The First Great Battle of the Hundred Years'...
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On that Saturday, 24 August 1346, night had long since fallen. It was nearly midnight. A small band of horsemen arrived before the château de Labroye, 5 km north-east of Crécy-en-Ponthieu. The gate was closed, the drawbridge raised — fugitives from the French army had already warned the garrison that the battle was lost and the English victorious. The...
1941 USN Seaman Sweater Navy - Pike Brothers 1941 USN Seaman Sweater Navy - Pike Brothers 2
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1941 USN Seaman Sweater Navy - Pike Brothers

P0204-22-0001
€157.50
The classic 1941 Seaman Sweater as worn by US Navy crews in the 1940s. At once classic and timeless. Our Seaman Sweater is characterized by the following details: period cut 100% merino wool authentic woven label in the collar made in Portugal
FRENCH SAILORS, 1789–1830 — A Study of the Social Corps...
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Following Les uniformes des officiers de la marine, 1830–1940, published in 2011, and Équipages et fonctionnaires de la marine, corps et uniformes, 1830–1940, published in 2017, Admiral Éric Schérer takes us on a retrospective journey into the navy of the turbulent periods of the French Revolution, the Consulate, the Empire and the Restoration. This book...
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