merkleThey had no moral qualms about taking the oath to Hitler, and the German Army was the largest single contributor to the atrocities committed in Eastern Europe and Russia. They all became anti-Hitler after they lost – if they’d won would there be people wearing the uniforms of the Allies at these events? I doubt it.
you could say the same for the Soviet army, and Stalins crownies, those who dress as them, Stalin sent many more to the death camps,and persicuted his own people much more than horrible adolf ever did, then you got the Japanese re-enactors, you could say the same, .. Vietnam re-enactors, and the attrocities in Vietnam, more ordnance dropped on Vietnam than the 2 world wars together, and people are still dying from bombs and mines,left by the fighting forces, i have even seen Croatian re-enactors at a show, portraying croats from the bosnian war, ( they too commited atrocites,)
and also I have seen the Isreali re-enactors portraying isreali troops from the 1967 war,and after, especailly those with military vehicles, from that period.
and Isreal has broken more international laws than any other country regarding stealing land, etc, and Mossad kidnappings than any other country i am aware of,and control of Palestine, yet no one blinks a eye at any of these other types of re-enactment groups, the list goes on and on.
I think its more to the point that These other groups were not a direct threat to the UK, like the Nazi’s war machine was, and thank god we beat them.
yes there are alot of iddiots in re-enactment, and also in all other walks of life, .
I drives me mad with the british fascination with nazi germany, as the apitomy of all evil, and yes i agree it was, but there is so many other countries and conflicts with sometimes as eqaully as disturbing genocide, and attrocities, which no one seems to care about.
Re-enactment is there to teach, show , people what equiptment was used, and uniforms etc, a hands on approach if you like. and yes many collectors enjoy it.
but to tar everyone who collects german militaria, or more to the point German re-enactors as “Nazi sympasysors (yes i know i cant spell:rolleyes:)
is a little unfair… does this mean that every Soviet reenactor is a stalinist commie, ??
I only used the qoute from above as a “For example” there is no intension fo offend anyone… just thought it would be something worth mentioning, and worth giving a little thought too, 🙂
merkleThey had no moral qualms about taking the oath to Hitler, and the German Army was the largest single contributor to the atrocities committed in Eastern Europe and Russia. They all became anti-Hitler after they lost – if they’d won would there be people wearing the uniforms of the Allies at these events? I doubt it.
you could say the same for the Soviet army, and Stalins crownies, those who dress as them, Stalin sent many more to the death camps,and persicuted his own people much more than horrible adolf ever did, then you got the Japanese re-enactors, you could say the same, .. Vietnam re-enactors, and the attrocities in Vietnam, more ordnance dropped on Vietnam than the 2 world wars together, and people are still dying from bombs and mines,left by the fighting forces, i have even seen Croatian re-enactors at a show, portraying croats from the bosnian war, ( they too commited atrocites,)
and also I have seen the Isreali re-enactors portraying isreali troops from the 1967 war,and after, especailly those with military vehicles, from that period.
and Isreal has broken more international laws than any other country regarding stealing land, etc, and Mossad kidnappings than any other country i am aware of,and control of Palestine, yet no one blinks a eye at any of these other types of re-enactment groups, the list goes on and on.
I think its more to the point that These other groups were not a direct threat to the UK, like the Nazi’s war machine was, and thank god we beat them.
yes there are alot of iddiots in re-enactment, and also in all other walks of life, .
I drives me mad with the british fascination with nazi germany, as the apitomy of all evil, and yes i agree it was, but there is so many other countries and conflicts with sometimes as eqaully as disturbing genocide, and attrocities, which no one seems to care about.
Re-enactment is there to teach, show , people what equiptment was used, and uniforms etc, a hands on approach if you like. and yes many collectors enjoy it.
but to tar everyone who collects german militaria, or more to the point German re-enactors as “Nazi sympasysors (yes i know i cant spell:rolleyes:)
is a little unfair… does this mean that every Soviet reenactor is a stalinist commie, ??
I only used the qoute from above as a “For example” there is no intension fo offend anyone… just thought it would be something worth mentioning, and worth giving a little thought too, 🙂
merkleThe crash of RH831 at Colerne on March 08th 1956 was witnessed by my father . He was waiting to take off in Balliol 525 and saw it crash . He never mentioned the accident much as it affected him. He had to fly Sqdn (Reverend)Ldr Must on March 09th from North Luffenham to Colerne in Balliol 525 as a result of the accident.
He was rated as Above average on the Balliol and Average on the Brigand . He never felt at home flying them and the Buckmaster was always u/s.
Really very interesting. allways had a love of RAF Colerne, and the Brigand,
PM Sent 😉
merkleYou’re completely right there Pagan! He’s not really into jets so there could be a chance of removing it if there was a very good home. He let me have a JP stick top and I felt smug as until Gareth picked up a 43 dated rim wound clock.
Ian . ..
No wonder they call you Swag Trousers… haha:D:diablo:
I heard you a Gar got the BEST trinkets in ALL the LAND 😀 ..
when we going out hunting again Ian 🙂 😀 :diablo:
I wants me a Jav top :);):diablo:….. or a bit of a certain sea hawk.. PM me your address, and i will send all relevant info, and newspaper report mate 😉
merkleNice cockpit project on offer;
in a word …. GORGEOUS !!…. Shame i aint got 3k burning hole in my pocket at this mo, sodding recession and all :rolleyes:
merkleThanks Ian…Wow
Yeh one day i am determined to find one in the ground …. 25 years a still searching, even a britsh early harvard grip, it might not have the brake lever, but still a nice piece to find , 😀
merkleChippie WK610
as we are on the subject, does anyone have any piccies of Chippie WK610
which was involved in a mid air collision in 1967, near portishead, (both crews baled)
been trying to find a pic of her for years, they were part of the bristol university air sqaudron .
Thanks in anticipation,
Chris 😀
merkleI have just taken ownership of WW453 Provost T.1 ,(ex Strathallen Collection) about a month ago, she is 80% complete but in a sorry state . I have removed the panel and I am currently restoring that She is devoid of seats , Engine, Prop , various glass panels, wheels and Sundries, I hope to restore her to static condition over time. and in the colours she first flew in whilst with 2 FTS whilst at RAF Hullavington .
Any help with photo’s, Parts, or if anyone is interested enough to help with the restoration, and it would also be nice to speak to anyone who flew in the old girl , Please get in contact.
I hope you all find this of interest.
merkleI was in the group , infact it’s the whole reason I am so potty on Aviation , George was one amazing man, I was in contact with his wife up to a few years ago .
i also am doing a lot for WAM ,
please contact me ,
merkleJust another thought, Please, If anyone knows of any derelict Nissan/Romney type huts that are in danger of demolition, or derelict, we would love to have them, we have access to a huge lorry and a 40 ton Lift Hi-ab. the most crucial parts wanted are the frames, and window frames, the rest can be done using new materials, . we have lots of concrete hard standing and areas where these huts originally stood that we would like to re erect , by saving ones that are lying derelict around the UK,
they would be used for not just aircraft but also aircraft related things such as museum, cafeteria , Reenactors are keen to display in and around buildings etc , from all genre of WW1 -WW2 and early post war. like i said there are a Aviation team, and Military team,
of people looking to make this place something special
any help would be greatly received
merkleHi Sopwith
as much as aircraft do land there, you would need to arrange it with the land owner. aircraft do come and go on special days, as the site is not always manned
and the work regarding the enlarging off the runway is ongoing.
as of yet it has only been small auster /Piper cub that have visited on certain occasions,
merkleIt already is active , there’s a couple of WW1 types and a pietenpol aircramper that fly from there , also a couple of Auster , piper that pop in , always one stipulation it’s got to be vintage types
merkleThanks for the support guys, yes for me its a big project, but it is with the very best of advice and help.
merkleDear all , I know I’ve harped on about Westonzoyland for what must seem like a Decade , but finally there is a massive positive drive to get things done , by the land owner and my good friend Mr Childs , and so many others .
Reenactors , MVT members , so many have been involved in the Westonzoyland AG show , now a permanent base has been built and ongoing being built , we have a hanger , and the start of a 150ft 1942 dated Nissan hut , which is the airfield cafeteria a clubhouse , with many more large Nissan huts on the way , this is a team effort , of which I play a little part , larger grass runways are being put in ,
the dream is eventually a airfield akin to the dhutyleworth collection , this is going to take time , but I applaud all those involved working tirelessly to make this dream come to fruition .
this museum and it’s events are where Aviation , military vehicle and Reenactors have come together to make something good , with full backing from council and Mayor .
we have facilities to restore some types , and keen them under cover , especially looking for 1950s types ,T7 meteor which served there and Vampire which often were seen in the Somerset skies in the 50s .
as for Provost WW453 , she is , was spares ship for WV499 which is being restored to fly .
so I have the task (any help would be appreciated if anyone wants to get involved)
to restore the provost WW453 to static condition , she is in pieces , but 95% complete
I hope you all find this of interest , it’s been a long time coming
merkleAny idea what AH8379 is ???, I’ve scanned the list and can’t see it on there
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