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Post by malegant on Nov 29, 2010 22:04:52 GMT 8
Hey guys, as I was going through the forums, I realized (no surprises here) that a considerable amount of people are going for WW2 US Airborne Impressions, specifically 506th PIR 101st ABN. I thought maybe this deserved a thread. A way to unite and share our new finds! First off, I'd like to introduce myself: my name's Noel, and I'm gunning for four ABN impressions. Yes, at the same time. I figured it would be cheaper to expand laterally (within divisions) rather than between armies, if not between branches. Also because I have three nephews who are all doing ABN and who are basically sharing kits with me. My target impressions are: - SMG Gunner, E Coy, 506 PIR, 101st ABN - Normandy - Captured STG 44 Gunner, Pathfinder, 506th PIR, 101st ABN - Normandy - M1 Rifleman, E Coy, 506th PIR, 101st ABN - Nijmegen (M43 Jumpsuit) - SMG Gunner, 505th, 82nd ABN - Normandy Getting a medic helmet + medic brassard + medic kits would also allow a 5th Impression: - Medic, 505th/506th, 82nd/101st ABN - Normandy/Nijmegen Last week, I just got the following: - One (1) M1942 Reinforced Jumpsuit (Junrey) - One (1) Par of Jump Boots (Mang Ner Lorenzo) - Horsehide Riding Gloves (atthefront.com) - Felt Shoulder Pads (atthefront.com) [not pictured] - M1C 506th Helmet with 1/2" Net, First Aid Kit, & Leather Chin Strap, WW2 Parts (atthefront.com)  |
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Post by malegant on Nov 29, 2010 22:08:26 GMT 8
Update: I just got the following: - Four (4) 4"x6" Invasion Flags (48 Stars) (WPG)  - Four (4) Red Tongue "Screaming Eagles" 101st ABN Patches (WPG)  Just sent them to Junrey for application. |
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Post by jimmiroquai on Nov 29, 2010 22:57:24 GMT 8
Just a heads up, i don't think the 506th used the invasion flags. The 82nd did though. Correct me if i'm wrong.  |
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Post by kalbs on Nov 29, 2010 23:01:58 GMT 8
Just a heads up, i don't think the 506th used the invasion flags. The 82nd did though. Correct me if i'm wrong. Correct, The 101AB did not use the sleeve flag |
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Post by malegant on Nov 29, 2010 23:04:27 GMT 8
@doc Jim: Hey Doc! I just checked "The World War II GI" book, and yeah, they did. Holy Hell nagpanic ako dun. Hahahhaha but thanks for the check.
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Post by malegant on Nov 29, 2010 23:06:06 GMT 8
@kalbs: Hmm that's weird. The books said they did. I'll hold off on having them put on then. |
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Post by vandal on Nov 30, 2010 12:24:22 GMT 8
hi im airborne fan myself I just completed my airborne outfit today. just to make sure no foul on my attire. I prefered the 82nd airborne because im sure they wore the 48 stars u.s. flag during normandy and they were the first one who jumped during the invasion minus h hour.
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Post by darktide on Nov 30, 2010 13:02:50 GMT 8
I have seen several pics of paratroopers that had no divisional insignia at all and the invasion flag was on the left sleeve, not the right. Based on some articles and captions in photographs, I believe it was on the left during the early part of the war.
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Post by mcshine2 on Nov 30, 2010 14:38:59 GMT 8
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Post by malegant on Nov 30, 2010 18:42:27 GMT 8
Just got these from Sonia's, care of Labrador. THANKS ALBERT! - U.S. Shoulder holster - Kerr Pattern Sling for Thompson SMG  |
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Post by malegant on Nov 30, 2010 19:30:27 GMT 8
And, just a few minutes ago, from WPG: - M2 Knife with parachute cord lanyard - Legtie - M42 Trouser Suspenders  |
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Post by kalbs on Nov 30, 2010 21:31:26 GMT 8
@kalbs: Hmm that's weird. The books said they did. I'll hold off on having them put on then. Ya, don't wear it for Normandy 101AB paratrooper. Any regiment like the 501st, 502nd or 506th. Where the confusion comes from are there are a few photos showing 101AB with 82nd troopers together in Normandy showing the 101 patch is shown on one trooper and the flag on the other trooper. The other confusion comes from that the flag was worn for Operation Market Garden but generally removed soon after landing. This mistake has been carried over and over in toys, models and books. |
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Post by malegant on Nov 30, 2010 22:04:42 GMT 8
Ya, don't wear it for Normandy 101AB paratrooper. Any regiment like the 501st, 502nd or 506th. Where the confusion comes from are there are a few photos showing 101AB with 82nd troopers together in Normandy showing the 101 patch is shown on one trooper and the flag on the other trooper. The other confusion comes from that the flag was worn for Operation Market Garden but generally removed soon after landing. This mistake has been carried over and over in toys, models and books. Ahh too right mate. Thanks for shining some light on that one. Good thing I was planning on an 82nd trooper impression then. I'll just hold on to the rest should anyone be interested. Cheers! |
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Post by malegant on Dec 10, 2010 22:48:08 GMT 8
My orders from Service of Supply (www.serviceofsupply.com) just arrived.  - Helmet Scrim (4 colors) - Luminous Disc M1C Helmet is from atthefront.com Back (L-R) - Carlisle Boxes - Helmet Scrim - Gas Brassard (fabric, so I can use it over and over again!) - 505th-style rigger pouches (for my 505 PIR, 82ABN Pathfinder impression) - M1942 jumpsuit buckles (right in front of the rigger pouches) [Junrey couldn't find ones that match the actual buckles] Front (L-R) - Blousing Bands - Leg Ties [Junrey couldn't find fabric that matches as of the moment] - Parachute Cord Bootlaces - All laid out on top of a Camouflage Parachute Scarf. |
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Post by mcshine2 on Dec 11, 2010 9:22:00 GMT 8
you've been busy eh ;D
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