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Hi [FIRSTNAME], Many of you, our customers, are World War II history buffs and militaria collectors. A smaller portion of you are also involved in living history. I've enjoyed hearing historical reenactment stories from some of you over the years. Then I realized that it would be fun to share your exploits and passion with those of you that aren't familiar with World War II reenactments. This newsletter only serves as an introduction but I hope it gives you an appreciation for this special hobby. World War II Living History ReenactmentsSince 1975, museums, associations and other groups around the world
have been creating a living history of World War II. Museums primarily
showcase history with impressive relics from the past and trained
interpreters to tell the story to the public. Although museums offer an
accurate and interesting reflection of the past, it is not enough for
many.
Living the Past Through Historical Reenactments
Associations and other groups are more interested in historical
reenactments that allow the participants to live the history themselves
to better understand it. As a result, the public rarely sees their
work. This passionate group is made up of militaria collectors, history
buffs, professional military and veterans and can be found throughout
Europe, the U.S., and Australia.
Authenticity Is Important to Reenactors
These reenactors are not just bunch of guys (and gals) playing war.
Participants are expected to dress and act appropriate to the
particular military character they have chosen. They recreate authentic
World War II campsites to live in and work from. They organize and
participate in mock war battles that are as historically accurate as
they are able to reproduce... Read the rest of the story on our blog... World War II Living History Websites
Researching the Internet and consulting with some of you, we found a wealth of information on this subject. There is way too much to post here but this is a sampling of what others are doing. If you know of a great resource that would benefit others, please feel free to send it to us.
Links to WWII Living History Websites for more information, photos, articles, organizations, and more...
World War II CollectiblesWe have a lot of authentic militaria from World War II in stock. You can view our current inventory at our online store. In addition, I am going on a buying trip at the end of the month to get even more. I’ll let you know what I bring back in our next newsletter. Here is just a sampling of our authentic WWII collectibles:
 A-4 Aerial Delivery Container (Drop Bag)
These heavy canvas bags were designed to be used on D Day to drop food rations and medical supplies. They were featured in the “Band of Brothers” movie and “The War” documentary by Ken Burns on PBS. Most of the first 70 bags in our inventory were purchased by European reenactors. One of these is Klaas Doornbos and his fellow reenactors in the Netherlands that are members of the Classic Independent Aviators from the 391 Squadron. We have 30 left. More information...  WWII 10th Mountain Division Ski Goggles
Manufactured by Foster Grant in 1941 and 1942, these new goggles are still in their original box and wrapper. They were used in World War II in Italy and the Alps to prevent snow blindness as we worked our way through Europe. The polished glass lenses are a tinted dark green for protection from UV and infrared rays and glare. Two spare lenses, an adjustable elastic band, and case are also included. More information...
Calling All Reenactors!
Do you have a story or experience that others would enjoy hearing about? Send us your story of interest, preferably with pictures, and we may post it in our blog and/or use it in our next newsletter. We have customers from all over the world so please, we’d like to hear from you no matter where you are.
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