Operation Market Garden: The Airborne Museum ‘Hartenstein’
The Airborne Museum Hartenstein, is one of the best known museums dedicated to the battle for the 'bridge too far' and the focal point for commemorative celebrations every September.
The Royal Australian Artillery UAS Drone Operator’s Brevet
In 2023, the Royal Australian Artillery introduced a new brevet for drone operators, recognising the 20th Regiment’s TUAS pilots in their Surveillance and Target Acquisition role for the Australian Army. Let’s take a look at the insignia worn by the Royal Australian Artillery UAS drone operators.
The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA)
The MNDAA has been crucial in advocating for Kokang autonomy within Myanmar's ethnic insurgency. However, internal conflicts and Chinese influence threaten its unity, raising concerns about the alliance's future and stability. This is part of a series of articles examining the history and insignia of Myanamar's warring factions.
The French Foreign Legion Museum – Myth, Legend and History
We can certainly risk a few Legionnaires for France. After all, they are mostly foreigners. Minister to François Marneau in...
The Memorabilia Of Fred Casey, An Original SAS Rogue Hero
In March 2020, a remarkable collection of wartime memorabilia belonging to original SAS member Trooper Fred “Killer” Casey was auctioned. His archive offers a rare glimpse into the life of an SAS soldier whose service spanned from Dunkirk to the deserts of North Africa and behind enemy lines in Europe.
Exploring The Pegasus Museum And Belgium’s Airborne Heritage
The Pegasus Museum, located in Diest's Citadel, showcases the history of Belgium's airborne forces from 1942 to the present. Founded in 1976, it preserves military heritage through themed exhibits. Despite challenges, including legal restrictions, veterans ensured its survival, making it a key site for those interested in airborne and special operations history.
Museo Storico delle Aviotruppe: The Italian Paratrooper Museum
The Museo Storico delle Aviotruppe (Paratrooper Museum) explores the history and achievements of the Italian Airborne Forces, a pioneer in military parachuting
The Odd Angry Shot – An Iconic Aussie Vietnam War Movie
Watch the classic Australian SAS Vietnam War movie, "The Odd Angry Shot" and rare additional SAS archival footage from the war.
A Unique US Army Vietnam War Zippo to an ‘Honorary’ Aussie
One of the more unusual pieces in my Vietnam Zippo lighter collection is this 1968 dated US Army 5th Battalion...
The Museum of Parachuting and Special Forces – Wisła Poland
Explore the Muzeum Spadochroniarstwa i Wojsk Specjalnych in Wisła, Poland, showing the rich history of Polish parachuting and special forces from WWII to today.
An Australian Vietnam War Era Zippo Lighter – 7 RAR 1967-68
A look at a rare Australian Vietnam War era Zippo lighter, produced at the conclusion the 7th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment’s first tour in April 1968.
A Vietnam War AATTV MIKE Force Aussie Advisor’s Zippo
Zippo lighter belonging to John Vincent of the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam AATTV who trained and led the indigenous Montagnard troops of MIKE Force during the Vietnam War
The Israeli ‘Lightning Of The Heavens’ Parachute Badge
In July 2021, paratroopers from Israel, Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia, and the UK participated in a commemorative parachute jump at Cerklje...
‘PANGOLIN TIMES’ – Aussie Troops in Rhodesia Dec 1979 – Mar 1980.
From December 1979 until March 1980, the Australian Army carried out Operation DAMON, the Australian contribution to the Commonwealth Monitoring...
The 101st Airborne Museum Bastogne – Belgium
In 1944, facing threats on two fronts, Germany attempted to divide the Allies with Operation Watch on the Rhine. Despite German efforts and a Siege at Bastogne, the resilient 101st Airborne Division held firm, becoming legends. The 101st Airborne Museum in Bastogne now stands as a tribute, offering a rich collection of artifacts and narratives from the battle, highly acclaimed by veterans, historians, and enthusiasts alike.
Australian Victoria Cross ‘Passed’ at Auction – 26 Nov 2024
A medal group including the Victoria Cross for Australia belonging to Corporal Daniel Keighran was ‘passed’ during a recent auction in Sydney. The Afghanistan campaign gallantry group, the first ever awarded to the Royal Australian Regiment and the first to a non-Special Forces recipient went to auction on 26 November 2024 with an estimate of Au$1.25 million, however it failed to reach the reserve price.
