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La Redoute Ruinée, Sentinel of the Col du...
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La Redoute Ruinée, Sentinel of the Col du Petit-Saint-Bernard

L20210116
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Perched at 2,400 m., the fort of the Redoute dominates the Col du Petit-Saint-Bernard, watching over it like a sleeping sentinel. Since the Neolithic period, this pass has been one of the main routes for crossing the Alps. Over the centuries, it was developed to facilitate passage. In the Petit-Saint-Bernard region, the post of the Redoute Ruinée was...
La Traction Avant Citroën sous l'Uniforme - Tome 2 La Traction Avant Citroën sous l'Uniforme - Tome 2 2
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La Traction Avant Citroën sous l'Uniforme - Tome 2

L20210115
€37.87
The Citroën Traction Avant was the most-produced car in France before 1940: more than 250,000 examples were on the roads of the country and the world at the time. It is therefore no surprise to find it, during the Second World War, accompanying both armies and civilian populations on every front, in every territory, including the most remote. The...
LES RADIOS ALLIÉES - Volume 1 - British, American and... LES RADIOS ALLIÉES - Volume 1 - British, American and... 2
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LES RADIOS ALLIÉES - Volume 1 - British, American and Canadian Signal Equipment 1940-1945

L20210107
€75.36
"On 6 June 1944, on the beaches as in the hinterland, almost all orders and reports — with rare exceptions — for every combat arm were transmitted by radio-electronic links…" Celebrating human ingenuity, radio is the domain of intelligent, rigorous, innovative and open-minded individuals. Little known, radio-electronic communications nonetheless represent...
Vietnam Tiger Stripe Boonie Hat - 1966 Boonie Hat Tiger... Vietnam Tiger Stripe Boonie Hat - 1966 Boonie Hat Tiger... 2
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Vietnam Tiger Stripe Boonie Hat - 1966 Boonie Hat Tiger Silver

P0603-20-0020
€40.83
These boonie hats are typical of the American sun and jungle hats worn by U.S. G.I.s during the Vietnam War. Originally, they were part of the tropical equipment designed to protect soldiers from rain and sun. Over time, they became not only an essential part of soldiers' kit, but also a symbol of the pacifist movement of the late 1960s. Composition:...
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GAS STATIONS
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GAS STATIONS

L20200196
€28.34
The oil companies waged a ruthless battle to establish themselves on France's roads. Esso, Shell, BP, Total are among the best known, but the dozens of others such as Azur, Gargoil, Antar, Caltex, Lucilline, etc. should not be forgotten. This is the world of gas stations and garages that this book brings to life. A world where colourful advertising...
BROTHERS IN ARMS – Pacific War
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BROTHERS IN ARMS – Pacific War

L20200043
€23.22
"At last translated into English, this soberly written book lays bare the daily reality of the soldiers without embellishment." (Le Figaro Magazine) A reference document for historians, this exceptional account was also the primary source of inspiration for the series The Pacific, produced for HBO by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg. (Télérama)
CARENTAN, Linking Omaha Beach - Utah Beach, Part I CARENTAN, Linking Omaha Beach - Utah Beach, Part I 2
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CARENTAN, Linking Omaha Beach - Utah Beach, Part I

L20190139
€46.45
OUT OF PRINT This new work, published to mark the 70th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, retraces in images the epic story of the 101st Airborne Division in 1944. This first volume in a series of five works totalling more than 3,000 pages and 4,000 photographs is dedicated to the few days preceding D-Day.
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WEHRMACHT FIELD ARTILLERY DURING WORLD WAR II
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THE FIELD ARTILLERY OF THE WEHRMACHT DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR

L20180208
€37.82
On 1 January 1921, in order to comply with the clauses of the Treaty of Versailles, the Reichswehr retained no more than 204 7.7 cm guns and 84 10.5 cm howitzers. With the exception of this meagre allocation, the entire artillery park of the Deutsche Armee existing on 11 November 1918 was seized or scrapped.
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Encyclopedia of French Fighter Aircraft 1939-1942 Encyclopedia of French Fighter Aircraft 1939-1942 2
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Encyclopaedia of French Fighter Aircraft 1939–1942

L20180205
€37.82
This encyclopaedia devoted to French fighter aircraft of the 1939–42 period offers a sweeping panorama of the state of our aeronautical industry on the eve of an unprecedented cataclysm in the history of our country.
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ACHTUNG JABO! Allied Fighter-Bombers in Combat
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ACHTUNG JABO! Allied Fighter-Bombers in Combat

L20240179
€37.82
"Achtung Jabo!" This simple warning cry in a German column could spread terror among troops lacking anti-aircraft protection against the firepower of Allied fighter-bombers appearing in the sky to drop their bombs, fire their rocket salvoes and strafe their ranks. A key element of the all-out war waged against Axis forces at the tactical level by the...
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THE PANHARD EBR. A DISTINCTLY FRENCH INNOVATION THE PANHARD EBR. A DISTINCTLY FRENCH INNOVATION 2
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THE PANHARD EBR. A DISTINCTLY FRENCH INNOVATION

L20240094
€37.87
Emerging from the Second World War, the Panhard company successfully responded to an ambitious Army programme for an engin blindé de reconnaissance (armoured reconnaissance vehicle), abbreviated EBR. In doing so, it would quite literally make this EBR acronym its own, offering the armoured cavalry a mount that was both original and innovative. In post-war...
U.S. ARMY 1944. MARKINGS OF AMERICAN VEHICLES U.S. ARMY 1944. MARKINGS OF AMERICAN VEHICLES 2
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U.S. ARMY 1944. MARKINGS OF AMERICAN VEHICLES

L20240051
€23.65
New Edition - April 2024 The authentic markings for American trucks, Jeeps, and tanks of the Second World War have always been a delicate and complex subject, as they are closely linked to the organisation of the U.S. Army. This guide is designed as a simple tool for vehicle collectors and scale modellers alike, to assist them in the accurate restoration...
GRAUBLAU! LUFTWAFFE WOOL TUNICS GRAUBLAU! LUFTWAFFE WOOL TUNICS 2
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GRAUBLAU! LUFTWAFFE WOOL TUNICS

L20230081
€23.70
Luftwaffe tunics in grey-blue cloth (Graublau), whose cut blends tradition and modernity, were worn both as walking-out dress and in combat. These are rare uniforms, highly prized by collectors who favour pieces in their original patina, worn in action by combatants — pilots, artillerymen, and of course paratroopers. The aim of this book is to present...
DIXMUDE - 19 October – 10 November 1914 - Sailors and... DIXMUDE - 19 October – 10 November 1914 - Sailors and... 2
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DIXMUDE - 19 October – 10 November 1914 - Sailors and Belgians Defend the Yser

L20230007
€18.96
On 19 October, the French Navy commemorates the day of the naval fusiliers. This date corresponds roughly to the start of the Battle of Dixmude, which raged from mid-October (the first skirmishes took place on the 16th) to 10 November 1914. The naval fusiliers brigade distinguished itself during these particularly bloody engagements. They thus became the...
Paratroopers in Algeria - 1954-1962 The War in Colour
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Paratroopers in Algeria - 1954-1962 The War in Colour

L20220387
€38.86
The paratroopers' war as you have never seen it! Such is the subject of this unprecedented book — in both content and form — featuring exclusively colour photographs drawn almost entirely from private collections, illustrating texts that aim to trace the daily life of the airborne troops: their training, the units in which they serve, the operations in...
USMC HBT 100% Cotton 1941 Utility Trousers Tarawa - Pike... USMC HBT 100% Cotton 1941 Utility Trousers Tarawa - Pike... 2
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USMC HBT 100% Cotton 1941 Utility Trousers Tarawa - Pike Brothers

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€107.50
The HBT Tarawa trousers are directly inspired by the legendary P41 fatigue trousers worn by USMC (US Marine Corps) soldiers during World War II. They were worn from Camp Pendleton (California, north of San Diego) all the way to the beaches of the Pacific. Their overall appearance is that of early 1940s work trousers. The HBT (Herringbone Twill) fabric...
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Grey wool socks - 1963 Utility Socks Walt grey - Pike... Grey wool socks - 1963 Utility Socks Walt grey - Pike... 2
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Grey wool socks - 1963 Utility Socks Walt grey - Pike Brothers

S0301-21-0005
€12.50
A pair of thick, soft socks to keep your feet warm! These socks are thick and feature a reinforced sole for added comfort. They are ideal for winter. - 36% wool, 36% acrylic, 9% polyamide, 6% Coolmax, 3% elastane - Thick and warm - reinforced sole - Made in Portugal Sizes: S from 39 to 42 M from 43 to 46
Black long-sleeve henley T-shirt with button placket –... Black long-sleeve henley T-shirt with button placket –... 2
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Black long-sleeve henley T-shirt with button placket – 1927 Henley Shirt long sleeve...

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€57.50
The origin of this T-shirt lies in the underwear of the 1920s. In 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 model and therefore lighter and cooler to wear. It is perfect under a shirt but can also be worn as a main garment in summer.
Khaki Submariner Trousers - 1950 Submariner Royal Kaki... Khaki Submariner Trousers - 1950 Submariner Royal Kaki... 2
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Khaki Submariner Trousers - 1950 Submariner Royal Kaki Pant - Fleurs de Bagne

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€215.83
These trousers are inspired by the submariner trousers of the British ROYAL NAVY "SUBMARINER ROYAL NAVY PANT" Like many military items, it was developed using a technical fabric: the VENTILE canvas This fabric was created by the British ROYAL AIR FORCE in the 1940s to equip its pilots with lightweight, breathable and durable garments. It is also, above...
Sainte-Mère-Église - The 82nd Airborne Division Sainte-Mère-Église - The 82nd Airborne Division 2
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Sainte-Mère-Église - The 82nd Airborne Division

L20210067
€18.96
This book, containing more than 200 photographs and numerous first-hand accounts, will plunge you back into the heart of the fierce fighting waged by American paratroopers to liberate and hold Sainte-Mère-Église and its surroundings. It will take you through the extraordinary history of the creation of the American airborne arm and the epic of the...
Heavy Cotton T-Shirt MUROC DRY LAKE - In Memories Sportswear Heavy Cotton T-Shirt MUROC DRY LAKE - In Memories Sportswear 2
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Heavy Cotton T-Shirt MUROC DRY LAKE - In Memories Sportswear

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€29.50 €49.17
This T-shirt has a straight cut as in the 1940s. It is made from a very heavy cotton at 280 g/m², which makes it very comfortable to wear and very soft to the touch. The T-shirt is made in Portugal and the screen printing is done in France in a completely handcrafted manner. The ink used is water-based. The design depicts a belly tank racer (a race car...
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1928 Newsboy Cap Upland Brown – Pike Brothers 1928 Newsboy Cap Upland Brown – Pike Brothers 2
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1928 Newsboy Cap Upland Brown – Pike Brothers

P0603-20-0012
€65.83
We all have in mind an image from the 1920s to 1940s: that of a young newspaper boy with his flat cap and his newspaper bag slung over his shoulder. Typical cap from the 1920s–1940s — an essential accessory for a retro or city outfit that it will finish perfectly. Warm and water-resistant, it will be ideal in autumn and winter. - outer fabric: 100% wool...
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The 2nd U.S. Armored Division in the Eure – 20–25 August... The 2nd U.S. Armored Division in the Eure – 20–25 August... 2
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The 2nd U.S. Armored Division in the Eure – 20–25 August 1944

L20250081
€18.96
Objectives: Breteuil, Verneuil, Damville, Conches, Le Neubourg, Iville, Amfreville, Thuit-Signol The end of the Battle of Normandy. When the 2nd U.S. Armored Division arrives in the Eure, it spells the end for the remnants of the German divisions caught in its path, in full retreat from the Falaise-Chambois pocket. This great American formation is one of...
21. Panzer-Division Normandy 1944 - Testimonies & Objects
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21. Panzer-Division Normandy 1944 - Testimonies & Objects

L20250028
€18.86
During the Second World War, the German high command suspected that sooner or later the Allied forces would attempt a return to the European continent through an amphibious landing. This is why the construction of thousands of concrete fortifications was ordered, from the Basque coast to Norway, in order to repel that assault. In addition to this, the...
The Honour of a Colonel - From Algeria to Kolwezi The Honour of a Colonel - From Algeria to Kolwezi 2
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The Honour of a Colonel - From Algeria to Kolwezi

L20250001
€21.71
May 1978 – Kolwezi (former Zaire): thousands of Katangese rebels seize control of the city and hold hundreds of European hostages. Massacres begin… Faced with the urgency of the situation, President Valéry Giscard d'Estaing launched Operation Bonite. Without warning, without ground support, without the possibility of reinforcements and with "scarce and...
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France 1940 - The First Battle of Normandy France 1940 - The First Battle of Normandy 2
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France 1940 - The First Battle of Normandy

L20240206
€23.70
It is never easy to recount a defeat. Burdened by caricatural clichés perpetuated for too many years, this Battle of France tends to focus on a few facts regularly singled out. Historians have primarily focused on the French side. Here, we will look at the German side. Apart from our adversaries, who can say that the Franco-British troops fought with...
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THE IMPERIAL GUARD IN COMBAT THE IMPERIAL GUARD IN COMBAT 2
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THE IMPERIAL GUARD IN COMBAT

L20240204
€47.30
Napoleon I's Imperial Guard in combat! As a general work on the Imperial Guard and its military exploits, the series of previously unpublished plates that make up this book was most likely commissioned by an enthusiast of the Napoleonic period during the interwar years. Apart from a title given to each plate, there was no text, and we therefore...
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The Piron Brigade in Normandy — 8 August – 1 September 1944 The Piron Brigade in Normandy — 8 August – 1 September 1944 2
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The Piron Brigade in Normandy — 8 August – 1 September 1944

L20240108
€35.07
The Piron Brigade took an active part in the liberation of Normandy. In this period commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation, Heimdal presents a very thorough analysis of the operations of the famous Belgian brigade during the Normandy campaign. This volume analyses the tactical workings of the unit and its adaptation to modern warfare during...
Valmy, 20 September 1792 Valmy, 20 September 1792 2
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Valmy, 20 September 1792

L20240044
€18.96
Live free or die! The author retraces this founding historical episode of the 1st French Republic. It all begins with the flight of Louis XVI and the royal family, halted at Varennes-en-Argonne on 21 June 1791. The French would see in his failed attempt to leave France a flagrant collusion with foreign powers. Following bitter debate, during which each...
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KÉPI: A French Headpiece. Volume 2: the military képi... KÉPI: A French Headpiece. Volume 2: the military képi... 2
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KÉPI: A French Headpiece. Volume 2: the military képi from 1939 to the present day,...

L20230058
€37.87
PRE-ORDER ONLINE - BOOK AVAILABLE FROM 30 MAY 2023 The history of the képi is covered here in its entirety for the first time. This headpiece alone symbolizes the French soldier, but it is also, by extension, the official representation of the military man and the civil servant. A képi conveys a great deal of information about its wearer, beginning with...
The TIGER Saga The TIGER Saga 2
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The TIGER Saga

L20220357
€52.13
This book covers every aspect of this tank, providing a precise understanding of the reasons behind its success and renown. The "Tiger", lord of the Panzers, and yet so poorly understood. A machine completed too hastily, and yet a reputation worthy of a Teutonic knight. A contradictory machine combining the power and precision of a gun fitted with an...
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THE WEAPONS OF THE FOREIGN LEGION FROM 1831 TO THE...
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THE WEAPONS OF THE FOREIGN LEGION FROM 1831 TO THE PRESENT DAY

L20210185
€36.97
In the Legion you make do… That is how legionnaires have always known how to get the best out of the weapons issued to them. This work presents all the small arms used by legionnaires from 1831 to the present day. The author peppers his account with numerous anecdotes illustrating how these elite soldiers put them to use. He also covers marksmanship...
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