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The World War Two ETO Jacket Explained
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A quick overview of the ETO jacket, a British made American tunic, made in the style of British battledress.
The World War Two Era American Ethocel Canteen
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Earlier in the year I did an explainer video on the various types of US canteen you will come across (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sX39F...). This video covers the plastic, or ethocel, canteen I didn't mention in the original video...
The American M1 Helmet, Dates-Styles-Manufacturers
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A quick quide to help identify the age and manufacturer of American M1 helmets. How can you quickly assess the age of one of these helmets? What are the key things to look out for? What does a fixed bale vs. a swivel bale denote?
The American M1910 and M1942 Canteens...A Brief History
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This is a quick look at some of the items coming up for sale shortly and some that sit within my own collection. I'm focussing upon the M1910 canteen as used by American troops in the First World War upon the M1942 canteen using in the Second World War, Korean War and even by some during Vietnam.
The "Burn" Test...How To Test For Genuine Medal Ribbon
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Testing for genuine medal ribbon...If you are able to get hold of a loose thread there is a test to determine the material of the ribbon.