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Militaria
Questions regarding historical warfare objects, their identification and value.
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How do you get World War 2 LEGOs?
in ww2 and ww1 childen had to make their own toys out of reycilble objects.such as a pretend robot with a secrat compartment in the back of his/her head by cutting a 3 side rectangle, skittles out of bottles and covered with paint, a go cart made out of wood or a catcher wich is a ball (scrunched up paper)on string and you catch it in a half of a bottle of a coke bottle (the lid end.) these are great to use for ww1 and ww2 topics.
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What is the value of a Charleville 1777 Musket with bayonet?
Are you talking about a modern reproduction for re-enactment purposes, or an original antique? If the former, the maker's name and date of manufacture would assist. original antique in 70 % condition
Breed's Hill, in Boston MA, is the site of most of the Revolutionary War action commonly known as the Battle of Bunker Hill.
see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Bunker_Hill
Who won the Cold War the Soviet Union or US?
I'd say there was no winner. The USSR did collapse later on mainly because it did not have funds coming into its nuclear program like the US did.
But let's just consider the Cold War just as it is.
Reagan getting credit for the end of the Cold War is just incorrect because the final end of the Cold War was in the time of JFK.
Russia did take it's missiles out of Cuba as JFK asked but let's face it, the USSR wasn't going to launch an attack. And even if it was, it didn't need to be 26 or so miles away from it's target, it could have guided it eastward from the Soviet Union (If they could sent sputnik I and II our of earth's atmosphere, they could have launched a missile to the US). Reagan started negotiations with Gorbachev but in the end, Kennedy finished it.
Gorbachev played a very significant role, which Americans tend to ignore but it has to be noted that the US was in shock after the first sputnik launch. Gorbachev on the other hand was no Stalin. He was quite a peaceful man who sought to put an end to the war and give the Soviet Union a chance at peace after the long devastation under the hands of Hitler and then Stalin.
I don't see Gorbachev as having any intention at firing the nuclear weapons because the U.S. couldn't afford an attack like that and a retaliation could have very well ended in Armageddon for the entire world. The USSR put the missiles in Cuba just to get it out and in return, the US had to give up several "leverages" that it had on the USSR in terms of weapons.
And after the fall of the Soviet Union, the U.S. continued and still continues to make weapons of mass destruction.
Why did Spartan mothers say to their sons Come home with this shield or on it?
When a hoplite (classic Greek infantryman) died or was severely wounded in battle, his comrades would carry him back atop his shield; when soldiers flee from battle in panic, they typically drop their equipment so as to run faster. Returning with, or upon, his shield meant that that Spartan had not fled the battle out of cowardice or (even worse) surrendered.
One may find it incomprehensible that a mother would demand that her son accept death rather than dishonor; however, in Spartan culture, martial honor was the highest virtue, and weakness the ultimate sin. Furthermore, in Sparta, individuals were regarded almost purely as tools of the state. Recall JFK's line from his inaugural address, "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country" - the Spartans lived and died according to that principle. Spartan boys were drafted in the army at a very early age (as far as I know, as soon as they were old enough to walk & run) and sent to a training program far harsher than any boot camp on our planet today. All Spartan men (except those who had dishonored themselves) were soldiers, and all Spartan women were soldier factories. For those mothers, sending their sons to conquer or die was as natural as it was for American mothers to buy war bonds to support their sons in uniform during the Second World War.
To win a decisive war, military theorist Carl Von Clausewitz believed that this is best accomplished by destroying the enemy's army. He did make mention that the capture of the enemy's capital city was important, however, that city had to be a significant military target and lose many of its defenders in the combat.
Where does the Air Force get its funding?
The United States Air Force gets its funding from the same place the other branches of the service get their funding -- from the National Defense Authorization Act, which is approved by both houses of Congress and signed by the President every year.
The money itself comes to the US federal government in the form of income taxes collected from US citizens.
What is the value of a German luger with all same serial number 3892?
Between $100 and $10,000, depending on model and condition. There are MANY different Lugers.
How much is a 1915 German luger p08 worth?
This is sort of like how much is a 1915 automobile worth? Just as there are many models of cars, there are many models of Luger. Value will depend on EXACT model, condition, and originality. It may range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars for some rare versions. An accurate answer will require a hands-on assessment from a person that knows Lugers.
What are Nathan hale's greatest accomplishments?
he was a succelful teacher and he was ask to be in the army
Why the british use red uniform?
Answer
The �Red Coats� (The Thin Red Line)
On 19 February 1645, the English parliament passed the New Model Army Ordinance. The infantry regiments wore coats of Venetian red with white facings. The original intention was to use blue uniforms, but red was cheaper. The dye used for much of the history of the Red Coat, was cochineal dye. Very few items of clothing invoke images of fear, alarm, heroism, distane, and yes loathing. Look to the long list of battles that English soldiers have worn Red in to realise why. It is useful to appreciate for example that to see a Regiment of Red Coats forming in front of an enemy of England only meant one thing. Death or Glory. For the enemy it mean�t a ferocious fight. This itself caused dread amongst any enemy. Plassay in 1757,Albuhera, the Storming of Badajoz, the Corps of Marines at Trafalgar,Waterloo in 1815, The Taku Forts, and Balaclava to name a few.
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Also in the days when armies fought fixed battles involving armaments using gunpowder, battlefields were choked with a haze of obscuring gunpowder smoke. The Bright unifomes of the protagonists enabled commanders to see and identify their troop positions during the battle.
When was the US Marine Corps eagle globe anchor adopted?
1868... in its current form. It derives partially from ornaments worn by the Continental Marines and the British Royal Marines, and is usually topped with a ribbon reading "Semper Fidelis". The eagle stands for a proud country, the globe signifies global service, and the fouled anchor signifies maritime traditions. The eagle is a crested eagle found worldwide, not the bald eagle that appears in other American symbols and is native to North America only. The eagle is standing on the western hemisphere and is a holding a scroll with the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis, on it. It is inscribed with gold letters, "Department of the Navy, United States Marine Corps
What American frigate destroyed the british warships the gurriere and the java?
There were multiple American naval victories during the war of 1812. It's possible you're referring to "Old Ironsides," officially known as the U.S.S. Constitution, which destroyed the British vessels H.M.S. Guerriere and H.M.S. Java.
What is the value of my 1911 16 inch blade bayonet with a USN MK1 Scabbard?
depending on overall condition between $150 and $250
What kind of helmet does the North Korean army currently use and is it made of metal or not?
I think they use the MICH or ACH or LWH
Commander of the us forces employed against Iraq in operation desrt storm?
George H. Bush (Commander in Chief)
Richard Cheney aka: Dick Cheney (Secretary of Defense)
Us Army Gen Colin Powell (Joint Chief of Staff)
Michale P.W. Stone (Secretary of the Army)
Joint Task force Command deployed to the middle east.
GEN. Norman Schwarzkopf (Joint Forces CINC, appointed COMMANDER of US Desert FORCES)
LTG. Yeosock (Us Army Commander) LTG. Boomer (US Marine Commander) LTG. Horner (US Air Force Commander) VADM. Mauz (US naval Commander) COL. Johnson (Special Operations Commander) The initial question was "Who was the commander of US forces employed against Iraq in Desert Storm?" edited to reflect "deployed" 1-26-09
the initial answer to the question was "Norman Schwarzkopf". That answer is however incorrect as the President of the United States is the supreme US forces commander. Answer edited on 1-26-09
China has the numbers, but America has the guns & Australia has the heart.
China has the largest army.
What do Army Rangers do on missions as opposed to Green Berets?
Rangers do some Special Operations missions, but the jobs of Special Forces and Rangers are different, Rangers are Elite Light Infantry, while Special Forces go behind enemy lines and train fighters to assist in taking down a common enemy/opposing force.
How does a naval commissioned officer address chief warrant officer?
All Warrant Officers are addressed as "Mr."
I usually addressed them by their first name. In formal situations they would be Chief Warrant Officer xxx. In informal situations with lower ranks present, I sometimes used the term 'Gunner' when talking with those with a specialty in weapons or EOD.
What is the value of a 7.62 bore Chinese sks?
The Soviet & Chicom (Chinese Communist) SKS was a Vietnam War carbine used by the North Viet/VC communist forces. It was replaced later by the AK47. To obtain a value check the "Blue Book" on firearms. Or go to a SKS website.
Note: The SKS (and the K54 pistol) was the ONLY enemy rifle that could be legally brought home by GIs in the Vietnam War as a war souvenir. Captured US firearms or fully automatic firearms could not be brought home.
What is the value of a 22 Lr Stoeger luger?
i just bought on for $199 a good deal.
There are two versions of the 22LR. One is the earlier all steel and the other a much lighter alluminum frame. The first version is a sought after pistol and worth more. Typically between $400 - $500.
Actually you are turned around with this weapon. Stoeger first made this Luger with an Aluminum frame from 1969-1979. In 1980, they went to a steel frame and then only produced them until 1985. Value is assessed mainly by condition of these pistols, and not by production date. (I have a first year Stoeger with a serial number of 13xx). Also the more (original) clips you have along with an original holster or even the box, will significantly improve value.
How do the marines and army differ?
The Marines are a component of the Department of the Navy, and the Army is a component of the Department of the Army. Also, the Army and Marine Corps have different force structures, missions, and cultural/heritage items.
