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Post by polak on May 9, 2007 22:53:48 GMT -5
let me just add: in the PTO, regs were much lax than in the ETO. You can roll your sleeves up if you want, but its not accurate for the ETO, let alone the 101st. Since yesterday, I looked through some of my books and found 3 pics of guys with their shirt cuff unbuttoned and folded back one time. Only one pic of a guy with his sleeves rolled up more than that. I did find one pic of a guy with his jacket rolled up a little. It was because the jacket sleeves were too long and he only had them rolled up enough to show his wrist. These pics are all from the fighting on the Brittany Peninsula in the Battle for Brest during August/September of 1944. If you're gonna see it anywhere in the ETO, it'd be there. Even then, it was rare, and only leg infantry. The 42 jacket is just that - a jacket. It was not common to roll up the sleeves of a jacket back then. It isnt common today either for that matter. You wont see it in the ETO with either the 101st, 82nd, or even the 17th airborne. And yes, I practice what I preach. img.photobucket.com/albums/v606/CCoy5thRangers/STANWIX_05/steve_classA.jpgThis pic is of me in my class A's. It was taken on a weekend in July at the grand opening of the Fort Stanwix National Park Visitor Center in 2005. It is in the 'cool of the evening' at 73 degrees. (yes we did check the temp - its smart to do when wearing wool.) I wore the wool shirt, tie and Ike jacket for over an hour. TAKE THE CIB OFF.
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Post by polak on Dec 24, 2006 19:43:07 GMT -5
Still, sweeping remarks won't make one's intelligence quotient reflect that.
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Post by polak on Dec 24, 2006 19:27:37 GMT -5
Mmh, that blows. I own a real one, and they're fantastic. Funny, because the one I own holds more ammunition, too. It was either that or the Garand, and way too many people who do WW2 Airsoft USGI impressions carry the Thompson. So, I guess I'll have to save up some more.
And Nimlas, they were used in the ETO, though this reference is only from a picture I have of my uncle while he was in Italy. One of the folks next to him has a slinged 1897.
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Post by polak on Dec 24, 2006 16:37:40 GMT -5
I'm contmeplating on buying an 1897 "Trench Gun," as it was used not only in the first and second World Wars, but also in the Vietnam conflict, another genre in which I reenact. I would like to know if it would be worth my while to buy this weapon, as I know its only purpose would be for close quarters combat, and the shells (which cost a ton) are a huge hassle to pick up after firing rounds at the enemy while trying to advance.
Of course, I could just buy another Grease Gun, have it break, and repeat.
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Post by polak on Dec 24, 2006 16:32:42 GMT -5
Find me a place that will sell wide low quarters and I will give you a cookie.
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Post by polak on Jul 23, 2007 2:59:52 GMT -5
Lord, I wish I had cash.
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Post by polak on May 14, 2006 20:18:02 GMT -5
Purdy.
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Post by polak on May 12, 2006 15:43:07 GMT -5
I've seen tons do it on the back and front only, and some with all four. Generally, it's by preference.
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Post by polak on May 12, 2006 15:42:04 GMT -5
I've seen tons do it on the back and front only, and some with all four. Generally, it's by preference.
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Post by polak on May 9, 2006 16:16:17 GMT -5
If it's uncomfortable, then it is right. That's how I put it.
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Post by polak on May 5, 2006 23:51:32 GMT -5
S'why most marines removed insignia before combat. The less rank you have, the less will be expected of you, meaning you're not a priority to snipers. Your life might just be saved, unless you are carrying a radio. Blast. And I was on a roll.
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Post by polak on Apr 28, 2006 22:10:52 GMT -5
It really depended on the operation or opinion. Sometimes you did, and sometimes you didn't have anything. You just trusted him.
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Post by polak on Apr 22, 2006 21:49:34 GMT -5
I have one. Real one. Awesome.
Hold the trigger back, pump, and you'll get a shell off with every pump. Semi-Automatic. Loud, deadly, and cool as hell. Ten outta ten.
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Post by polak on Dec 25, 2006 17:58:53 GMT -5
No, not you guys. Like...others. And just look at pictures. The deal is, I am a very simple person, who gets pissed at anyone for any reason, for very miniscule reasons. It's a huge fault of mine.
Anywho, yeah. Just take a hike every weekend and get dirty.
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Post by polak on Dec 25, 2006 17:45:08 GMT -5
Here's the deal that I really hate. You see, during the war all uniforms and parts of gear were produced in varying facilities, producing different shades and color variations in a soldier's outfit. No two men mirrored each other, in other words. But the FARBs and whining turds of reenacting have screamed at me several times for have gear that does not match, which means they thought all those with boots on the ground in the ETO all looked the same, and that it isn't "khaki." The last part was right, but I really hate these folks.
I love ATF.
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Post by polak on Mar 11, 2006 0:34:49 GMT -5
Heh, yeah, got a few old crusty relatives who fought at the Warsaw Uprising, and some how, ended up here. I'll just consult them.
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Post by polak on Mar 10, 2006 16:04:16 GMT -5
Ah, all of this is correct, and I'll agree with most of it. The Polish are a much different society than those surrounding them, as they have remained surprisingly nationalistic through all of their existence as a nation. Jackboots were extremely popular among the Polish. Jackboots were acquired by Polish, German, or Russian military folks, as were many other items. Sheepskin coats were an ethnic dressing style of the Poles. Many boys wore Boy Scout uniforms, as the Polish scouting movement was popular. Most partisans did hail from the rural areas, and more often than not, there was not too much military gear around. The MP-40 is a slightly stereotyped partisan weapon, as the Polish had a huge number of K98s, as Prussian manufacturers sold the Polish schematics, and many '98s were made in Poland, though they were slightly different in comparison to the German models. armiam.com is probably your best source for any other information, as you could ask serveral Polish people about the several organizations that existed to fight off the Germans and Russians. In fact, the Polish underground did not stop anti-communist operations till the fall of the Soviet Bloc. Anyways, here is the guide to your "identification" as a Polish partisan. White and Red armbands and appurtenances (home made) were stitched or worn on sleeves or hats as a signal of their allegiance, marked with differing initials. Many do not know that there were organizations that the poles fought under, and many thought they were just unorganized mobs. Nu-uh. EX: ZWZ-Zwiazek Walki Zbronjej (Association for Armed Struggle) was formed in November of 1939 as a reaction to the invasion of the Germans and Soviets, though it later formed into the Armia Krajowa in 1942. NSZ-Narodowe Sily Zbronje (National Armed Forces) was formed in September of 1942, fighting the Nazis in the General Government area. Most fighters were ex-soldiers or civilians, though some units joined the Armia Krajowa during 1944. Some communists declared that the NSZ was an anti-semite program, which may be largely false. AK-Armia Krajowa (Home Army) was one of the better known forces, one largely combined of other Polish forces. at it's maximum output during the war, they had as many as 300,000 members altogether, being the fourth largest armed force under Allied command. They operated all throughout Poland, and were connected to their Polish brethren fighting with the British. Cichociemni-Though they were not based in Poland, they were a very exclusive force that is almost unheard of, though they commited several valiant acts. Polish paratroopers backed by both the British and Polish were flown over cities and dropped in by the British, sometimes in some very dangerous situations. There were not many though, so don't plan to reenact as one. There were some Communists, and also a Jewish underground, though you could find that information very easily.
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Post by polak on Feb 21, 2006 17:24:12 GMT -5
Yeah, you guys look too clean to be portraying the paratroopers. Just roll around in the mud for awhile, sit around for about a few hours, and you'll look authentic.
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Post by polak on Jan 18, 2006 16:44:01 GMT -5
MY EYES. looks good.
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Awards?
Jan 8, 2006 20:47:25 GMT -5
Post by polak on Jan 8, 2006 20:47:25 GMT -5
Well, I was wondering about this for awhile last night. Should we wear the ribbons of the United States Army that were worn in World War II? I know some foreigners do it, because it is not their country, and they are not penalized or berated for it. I am sure that some of us may have served, and should wear our medals proudly. Though, I do not think we should be handing out Purple Hearts, Bronze Stars, et cetera. Here are the following that I think might be able to be handed out: European/African/Mediterranean Medal: www2.powercom.net/~rokats/smedals3.html#EAMECMAmerican Campaign Medal: www2.powercom.net/~rokats/smedals3.html#ACMAmerican Defense Service Medal: www2.powercom.net/~rokats/smedals3.html#ADSMGood Conduct Medal: www2.powercom.net/~rokats/smedals.html#GCMThose are the only that even qualify for usage, but I still think they should not be used at all. If you'd like medals to wear and re-enact, go Russian. They have many. Sound off, whaddaya think?
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Post by polak on Jan 10, 2006 18:38:39 GMT -5
OH LORD!
Too late to buy that Thompson now, I just got an M3 in the mail, with an extra magazine also. I fired it and it is good, so that's a plus, and it is a heavy-weight. So, now I can start working on that impression. Great thing is, it could double for my growing Viet-Nam impression.
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Post by polak on Jan 9, 2006 18:12:01 GMT -5
I was thinking of doing the Fourth Infantry.
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Post by polak on Jan 9, 2006 16:49:05 GMT -5
I have calculated the cost, sans rifle, and it comes out to roughly $600 USD. I am fortunate enough to have inherited a Real M1 Garand that can fire blank rounds, though due to my age, I cannot participate in that sort of re-enacting yet. Here is what I was thinking on the shoe issue.
Since I wear anywhere from a 9-11, and my foot can fit into a regular wide shoe and a normal shoe if I am fortunate, I will probably buy a shoe that is two sizes too large and wear that, as I have a lot of luck with those.
I am still stuck on the gun issue, though I am certain that an M3 is out of the question, though it'd be nice if there was an electric version. So, I will probably end up buying the Thompson or something. I was also able to get another person interested in WWII Airsofting in my AP English class, so I suppose I am making some headway.
Any unit ideas? I will definately not be doing any of the following:
101st 82nd Rangers in General FSSF Anything that is "really" popular
I know, I am strange, but almost every other person I have seen is a part of some famous unit. I just wanna have some normal grunt unit, leaving the rest to others.
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Post by polak on Jan 8, 2006 23:14:29 GMT -5
I understand. Never liked the Thompson too much, though I think I could go with that. I'll probably get the gun and buy my gear piece by piece. For all of my gear, uniform, et cetera, what should I invest in first?
Problem is, I have a very wide foot. Unfortunately for me, not many companies make WWII era wide shoes.
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Post by polak on Jan 8, 2006 16:49:13 GMT -5
Alright, So I do not have much. I have roughly somewhere between $100-$300, and I would like to get my gun before anything else. To not completely blow my cash on something, I am thinking of an M3. Any suggestions?
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Help!
Jan 8, 2006 16:22:18 GMT -5
Post by polak on Jan 8, 2006 16:22:18 GMT -5
Hah! Y'could say the same thing about Navy Dress Blues, but it's true. It will bug you to the point of killing yourself.
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Help!
Jan 6, 2006 17:06:13 GMT -5
Post by polak on Jan 6, 2006 17:06:13 GMT -5
Bingo. A weapon is nice, but getting the rest of your kit together in advance is wonderful! Plus, you'll be ready to jam once you get the garand.
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Help!
Jan 6, 2006 16:01:54 GMT -5
Post by polak on Jan 6, 2006 16:01:54 GMT -5
I'd say go with the Grease Gun and the Uniform. Even if you do not have the gun of preference, you can still play.
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Post by polak on Jan 5, 2006 16:37:15 GMT -5
Finding 7.92 rounds that were unspent was highly unlikely, and most Thompsons were issued to the British and Western allies, though the Russians did have a small amount. We actually sent them more money than arms. Yes, there were paratroopers, but they had only so many operations. This is because during Operation Barbarossa, most of the Soviet Air power was diminished within the first weeks.
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Post by polak on Jan 4, 2006 17:22:22 GMT -5
You people have it bad and good. Why? Well, out of all forces, the Russians have the cheapest gear, and it never leaves your pocket empty. Though, nobody in Airsoft has gotten the bright idea to make a Mosin Nagant. So, either get an expensive PPSh or just get a Mauser and man up. Otherwise, you are royally screwed. NEXT! here is what you must do, Tovarsich! Find the following sites. www.tridentmilitary.com/Reproduction.uniforms.htmlostfront.comThis is the best site available for Russian gear, though there are others. Trident Militaria, a business out of the Ukraine, lets you, the buyer, take control! They don't mess around and let you find things on your own. They've already set everything you'll need up for you. They have all of the gear you'll need sans rifle, and all of their gear is guaranteed to have the quality of the Soviet Union! Hah, I joke. But really, they do have some interesting things. Looking for a quick unit that is inexpensive and great? Stop by here, buy everything you'll need, and though your rifles may not be correct, you'll all look sharp. Good luck finding a Mosin Nagant though.
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