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LOT 2410
American Air Force WWII Anti-Flak Jacket
1939-1945 A.D.
28 in. (10 kg, 71 cm long).
A vest with an apron featuring manganese steel plates in canvas pockets, including a red quick-release cord. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of an Essex militaria collector.
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Anglo-Zulu War Artefacts from the Battle of Rorke's Drift
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A rare collection of battlefield artefacts, including a soldier's iron boot heel, a tiny Zulu throwing-spear blade, and Martini-Henry Boxer .450 brass cartridge bullet cases. 115 grams total, 23-82 mm
From an old South African collection, formed in the 1960s and 1970s. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
Under the command of Lieutenants Chard and Bromhead, a small number of British and colonial troops successfully defended the mission station from 3000 Zulu warriors. Eleven Victoria Crosses were awarded. The battle was made widely famous by the 1964 movie 'Zulu'. -
US Air Force WWII Aircraft Goggles Dark Adaption Set in Original Box
1939-1945 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Composed of a simple folding leather frame with ‘fur’ trim and red celluloid lenses, webbing and elastic strap with basic clasp fittings, papercovers on lenses present. 49.94 grams, 10.9 x 7.5 cm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an Essex militaria collector. -
American Airforce WWII First Aid Kit in Original Container
1939 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Canvas holder with zip and securing tab; internal pockets with contents in card boxes, scissors and other items; marked to outside 'Kit First Aid Aeronautic U.S.' with red cross on white square. 779 grams, 18.5 x 10 cm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an Essex militaria collector.
