What were Esbit stoves used for? Prior to 1945 there were a few different types of these stoves offered, of which the most commonly encountered today is the Model 9. Esbit stoves were issued to German soldiers in 2WW and were also available for soldiers to buy. “Esbit” is a type of hexamine-based solid fuel invented in …
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Camouflage face paint sticks are comfortably sized and can easily fit into pockets and carried. These temporary paints are highly useful for individuals looking for camouflage for various uses. They can be applied and removed easily. This paint lasts for only a few hours and causes no damage to the skin. Face paint has been …
Field telephones are telephones used for military communications. They can draw power from their own battery, from a telephone exchange (via a central battery known as cb), or from an external power source. Some need no battery, being sound-powered telephones. Historical information: Fields telephone were used in 2WW. Physical description: The military field telephone, with handset, is a portable instrument for army communications generally at a …
The product was a sophisticated safety-razor which promoted the slogan “The razor that is stropped and honed in its case.” Case: The case is a rigid, rectangular frame enclosed by two detachable lids; one lid carried a stone and the other a leather. The lids could not be interchanged. With a lid removed, a handle …
This is a Canadian General Service 2WW lapel pin. It is marked Sterling on the back, along with an IMPRISONMENT CLAUSE. The front has a crown and maple leaf on a crest shape design. There is a number on the back. This is for Honor to Serve the Country and in the War for the …
Medal, The Africa Star: Second World War The Star was awarded for one or more day’s service in North Africa between 10 June, 1940 and 12 May, 1943, both dates inclusive. Navy and Merchant Navy – For any service at sea in the Mediterranean between 10 June, 1940 and 12 May, 1943. Army – The …
This artifact is a Japan-made, Fire Lite, “Tu Tone” cigarette lighter, with a black and white plastic finish. It is quite scarce, produced only a handful of times with differing color schemes – in red/black, red/white and this white/black specimen. The lighter has several detailed product markings: The top of the thumb flint striker is …
The absence of any residual shoe polish (boot polish) or other leather type dressing suggests this brush may have been used for lint and dust removal from uniforms. This brush type was likely used by an officer or aide to a Commissioned Officer to maintain the appearance of tunics, trousers etc. History: Clothes brushes were …
The photo shows a unique, vintage, key-shaped, ‘Lucky’ farthing pocket/ pen knife with a 1911 King’s Head farthing coin set into it. This novelty artifact was made by Richards, Sheffield England. There is a loop at the top where a keychain may be added. Knives were manufactured between 50’s -70’s with different coins used. Dimensions: …
What kind of sewing kit did soldiers use? Sewing Kit: This kit example from the First World War was called a “Housewife.” The typical sewing kit carried by Canadian soldiers included needles, thimble, buttons for Battle Dress and shirts, thread (both thin for badges and thick for darning socks, gloves, and other woolen items), and …
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