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Reddick Militaria has published or reprinted ten popular books on the subject of US and Third Reich Miliaria. We have collected thousands of images and documents over the years as a result of this work. The articles that we will add to this page will draw from this repository of miliaria information and other sources.
The Story of the 1st Infantry Division
The first Nazi awards began in the 1920s, before they had come to power in Germany, with the political decorations worn on early Party uniforms. After 1933, the state began issuing a variety of civilian decorations. However, it is the Third Reich military awards that are by far the most commonly recognized and sought by collectors. Reddick Militaria has published or reprinted ten popular books on the subject of Third Reich Miliaria. We have collected thousands of images and documents over the years as a result of this work. The articles that we will add to this page, from time-to-time, will draw from this repository of German miliaria information.
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The Story of the 1st Infantry Division
ON April 22, 1944, General Field Marshal Erwin Rommel issued an order to all troops defending Western Europe: "We must succeed in the short time left until the offensive starts, in bringing all defenses to such a standard that they will hold up against the strongest attack. Never in history was there a defense of such an extent, with such as obstacle as the sea. The enemy must be annihilated before he reaches our main battle field!"
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Up Front With Willie & Joe, A tribute to Bill Mauldin
For all who were around when WWII took place or are fascinated with the history of that war this is a beautiful tribute. It was posted on CNN.com on March 7, 2010 by Bob Greene, a published author and CNN contributor. You’ve got to love the impish grin on the face of the 21 year old Mauldin.
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German Helmet Shell and Liner Sizes
Article excerpt courtesy of R. James Bender Publishing, The History of the German Steel Helmet from 1916 to 1945 by Ludwig Baer, Translated by K. Daniel Dahl. There is much original German source material about the development of and various orders pertaining to these helmets.
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God Bless the People of The Czech Republic
Have you ever wondered if anyone in Europe remembers America 's sacrifice in World War II? Article includes photos of the annual Liberation Celebration of the City of Pilsen in the Czech Republic. May 6th, 2010 marked the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Pilsen by General George Patton's 3rd Army. Here, even 65 years later, townspeople love America and the American Soldier. By the thousands, the citizens of Pilsen line the streets for miles to commemorate the evnet. Here is the crash site of Lt. Virgil P. Kirkham, the last recorded American USAAF pilot killed in Europe during WWII.
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Replica of A Nazi Reichsbank Goldbar From The Third Reich Era
Hitler's ability to wage World War II across Europe, in parts of Africa and in the Atlantic Ocean was, as is always the case in war, entirely dependent on his ability to finance it.
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A Tribute to Darrell "Shifty" Powers
Shifty volunteered for the airborne in WWII and served with Easy Company of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, part of the 101st Airborne Infantry. If you've seen Band of Brothers on HBO or the History Channel, you know Shifty. His character appears in all 10 episodes, and Shifty himself is interviewed in several of them.
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