Warning! Lots of photos in this post!
Erin and I in front of a German tank. Photo by Will Ritcher of Itinerant Dispatches Images |
Photo by Will Ritcher of Itinerant Dispatches Images |
The aircraft that took part in the Battle for the Airfield were a Boeing PT-17 Stearman, used as a trainer, and a German Fiesler Fi-156 Storch. Many of the military vehicles at the event belong to the Collings Foundation but some are owned by individuals or reenacting groups.
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Tanks and trucks and planes oh my! |
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Can you tell these are American? :) |

We had the chance to talk with a member of a very unique group of living historians. I don't remember the specific group, I think he might have been part of the 82nd Airborne 2508. I say unique because these guys, unlike most guys who portray WWII paratroops, actually make live jumps from a WWII era C-47. They mostly perform at air shows and other big WWII events. Many are former military and all of them must be jump certified.
We watched a short video about the C-47 known as Whiskey 7 which will be taking part in the 70th anniversary of D-Day this June. Members of the Liberty Jump Team are working to raise enough funds to send the plane back to Normandy. They will participate in the 70th D-Day anniversary commemorations by jumping over the original D-Day drop zones. Talk about the ultimate living history experience! To find out more check out the site Return to Normandy.
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Watching a short video about U.S Paratroopers and the Whiskey 7 |
Want to know something that gets re-enactors really excited? Buttons. Yes, buttons. Cori's chambray shirt had white buttons when he bought it but after doing some research discovered that WWII area chambray shirts had black 2 hole buttons. We found some at out local fabric store and changed them. A couple of the army guys, who also portray sailors at some events, went nuts over them! I love this hobby! :)
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Can I join your tank crew? |
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I told Erin to pick a vehicle to stand next to and she picked the one with the 50 cal. That's my girl! :) |
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WWII staff car |
And one nice close up to end the day!
Out fit details
Cori - Dixie cup hat, chambray shirt, and dungarees all Navy surplus
Erin - Dress from Ebay, hat thrifted, fur cape from yard sale
Me - WAVE skirt from Ebay, shoes from Etsy, coat Morning Glorious Vintage, sweater and hat thrifted
Erin - Dress from Ebay, hat thrifted, fur cape from yard sale
Me - WAVE skirt from Ebay, shoes from Etsy, coat Morning Glorious Vintage, sweater and hat thrifted
Love the photos that look hand-tinted! You two ladies look stunningly authentic!
ReplyDeleteSo many vehicles! That looks like fun. You both have fabulous hair dos. :)
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Quinn
Can I just say that I'm quite jealous of your hair? It looks FABULOUS!!! You've mastered that style so well. Next time I see you, I might just have to get you to do mine... :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks ladies!
ReplyDeleteRebecca, absolutely I can help with hair! We have to get together again sometime soon. You should join Cori and I for a vintage event this year.
-Emily
Hi, my brother met you guys in Stow. We dress as WW2 British officers. What a coincidence finding this we page. I actually have a picture of you guys and us.
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