FIELD REPORTS
Latest dispatches from our historians and collectors.
IMPERIAL GERMAN ARMY UNIFORM 1914–1918: THE M1915 GREATCOAT AND CAVALRY UNIFORM
This blog post delves into the Imperial German Army uniform from 1914 to 1918, focusing on the M1915...
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HOW TO SPOT AN AUTHENTIC WW1 GERMAN UNIFORM: FACTS & CASE STUDY
This blog post explores the authentic features of the WW1 German uniform, focusing on the Pickelhaub...
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THE BRITISH ARMY COMBAT UNIFORM: FEATURES, ACCESSORIES, AND PRACTICAL DESIGN
British soldier uniforms have evolved significantly, from the iconic redcoats of the 18th century to...
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BRITISH MILITARY UNIFORMS: A SYMBOL OF TRADITION, DISCIPLINE, AND PRIDE
British military uniforms are steeped in history and meaning. This article explores the evolution of...
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FRENCH WW1 UNIFORM IDENTIFICATION THROUGH TROUSERS
French WW1 uniforms are often misunderstood, especially when it comes to trousers. Early in the war,...
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WHAT MADE FRENCH WW1 UNIFORMS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER ARMIES
French WW1 uniforms evolved rapidly as the realities of modern warfare became clear. Early-war soldi...
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FIELD GRAY AND THE WESTERN FRONT: HOW THE UNIFORM HELD UP
Germany’s WWI field gray (feldgrau) uniform was built for a battlefield shaped by long-range rifles,...
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READING HISTORY IN CLOTH AND STEEL: THE GERMAN WW1 UNIFORM
The German WW1 uniform wasn’t one fixed outfit. It changed as the war shifted from early movement in...
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WHAT TO CHECK BEFORE YOU BUY A BRITISH OFFICER UNIFORM REPRODUCTION ONLINE
British Army officer uniform reproductions are popular with collectors, reenactors, and people who e...
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