John

There's a card/label holder on the side of the container,what exactly was in and on it ?

Jos.

I think it would have been section/squad allocation and markings for that particular unit. In thise days, most equipment that paratroopers used was collected on the drop zone, often with a different coloured parachute to identify its package.

Regards,

John.

Thanks guys,

I really enjoyed the info. I'm so pleased to finally get one. And Kev, I would like to see some nice pictures of your Italian Fighting Knife. Those don't do it justice...

Regards,

John

Hey John, any chance of a reverse closeup of the Memel pendant ?

Just for you, mate!

Hi,

No, no 'Schinkle', I'm afraid. I will take some more pics of the reverse of the Memel, tomorrow, when I finish work.

Regards,

John

Hi all.

I have just started to get interested in some of the German groups. I bought this, group, EK2, Eastern Front, Flower War 22 marz 1939 & 1 oktober 1938. I was wondering what units would have got this combination. Any takers?

Regards,

John.

Well, the Centurion seems to be right up there!!

Hi all,

I bought this a few days ago, for ?130 ($250 ish). My first and only one! It came from a friend who bought it off a guy at work, who in turn was given it by his Grandfather, who had brought it back from WW2. I will find out the unit when he goes back to work. Unfortunately, the blade is well worn down as it had been used in the garden for 50 years! I selfishly (silently) cursed the old boy, but then, he earned it, so therefore he's entitled to do with it what he wished.

The blade is detachable, but I'm not too sure what the spike is for. Also marked on the spike is, " R,B,NR." and underneath it "0/0561/0019".

And no, it's not for sale, I'll be buried with it!!

Hi, I'm not an expert...

Not sure about the liner & chin strap... looks like they were made last week. All looks too new for me. I do hope that I'm wrong!!!

Regards,

John

Interesting point of view. One thing I was thinking, was that he may, like many other Germans, have gone to the US after the war? Or would he have left the 'LW' of that time in disgust? One thing , though, I would have been surprised if he had become a Nazi...

Regards,

John

Hi Stephen,

Indeed, that I don't doubt! However, had he survived the War, I wonder what would have become of him, and what would his role(if any) have been in the run up to and during WW2? He was an aristocrat, and so what he have thought about the Third Reich?

John

True, but for me, it still disapointed a bit. Perhaps it was a misconception that most of his kills were in dogfights...

regards,

John

Great thread guys.

I've really enjoyed following this one! I must admit, though, I was quite disapointed, when I picked up a book 'cataloging' his kills. The vast majority were old fashioned or out of date two seaters. It sort of took away the aura for me. Am I being unfair? This great history, though.

Regards,

John

If that's who I think it is... fascinating character, called ' Fighting Mac', and ended in suicide, I believe, over his sexuality... am I correct?

Regards

John

Hi Dan,

Great badges. I'm thinking about getting the Naval Wound badges, but have no idea what to pay. Any ideas?

Cheers,

John

BJOW,

I disagree! How much for the fingers?

Regards,

John

Hi Raj-Rif,

Welcome to GMIC!

Interesting post. What was the religeous make up of this Division? Was each Indian Division made up of one religeon, or was it multi religeous/cultural?

Regards,

John

Does anyone know if there were any Mentions In Despatches given during the Paras action at Majar Al-Kabir, where the Brotish RMPs were killed? It would be the same action that Sergeant Robertson was awarded the Conspicious Gallantry Cross.

Interesting, but the PSNI has downsized massively recently. There are still alot of troops based there, but in todays climate, for how much longer? Every large incident (Portadown for example) sees the deployment of troops. I wonder if soon, other County Forces will support, like over here....

John

Somehwere else to visit before they knock it down...

And the rear?

What do you reckon, Chaps? Bought in UK. Have a guarantee money back option... I don't have any experience of these!

A bit late, guys, but as promised...

Hi Guys.

Great responses. I always thought that the USA method of awards was more cut & dried that ours. It's not, but just as long winded as ours (G.B.) .

Regards,

John

Sorry guys, been busy at work the last few days... I will get some more pics on tomorrow night.

It's a Shackleton,,, I must admit that that all I renenber about them is the fact that they patrolled the N. Atlantic for 40 years too long.. this is an original with 30mm guns in the nose.