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Chris Moore mans the PAF display while proudly hanging our best in show award atop the fly, Sunday morning.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Sam keeps a sharp lookout for any encroaching Germans as a member of the II Corps in Italy. The mud alone near the Vickers would have been an ample deterrent.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Chris portrays a member of the 1st Armoured Division with a Dingo MkII.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Miroslaw displays his TKS tankette replica along with other 1939 related equipment. This rarity was the hit of our display.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Our intrepid paratrooper Holden consults a map of Driel before setting off to look for a water fountain.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Holden has removed the Wellbike from the drop container and effectively demonstrates why 6’2″ paratroopers might have been too tall.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Although not conveniently sized for Wellbike’s, tall paras are good for carrying Bren guns.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
When running with scissors was deemed too dangerous, somebody gave Holden a knife.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
We were very honored to be the feature subject on T.V. Polonia. Our friends at the Military Attaché Office in Washington arranged for a crew to document our activities. Here, Chris tries not to say something embarrassing on international T.V.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Lt.Col. Budniak is able to give a much more thought provoking interview in Polish, than Chris’ limited ability to say “thank you,” “I am lost” and “where is my luggage?”
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
Alisa our WAAF gets some camera time with the real Polish Air Force.
MTA, Jamestown, VA – March 20-21
The tank museum’s annual flame thrower demonstration day had a great public turn out as always. June was the perfect timing for us to display equipment relevant to the Carpathian Brigade in North Africa.
AAF tank Museum, Danville, VA – June 12
The British No.I Mk.III* was the main infantry rifle issued to British & Polish troops at this stage of the war. Likewise the U.S. built M1928 Thompson would be the submachine gun of choice. Here we see an example of what the interior of a 50 round drum looks like when loaded with de-milled bullets.
AAF tank Museum, Danville, VA – June 12
Our table layout focused mainly on early war equipment and typical items a soldier might carry on campaign.
AAF tank Museum, Danville, VA – June 12
The BREN gun was the squad automatic weapon for all British/Polish infantry rifle sections.
AAF tank Museum, Danville, VA – June 12
Three types of two-inch mortar bombs are on display, illumination, smoke and high explosive.
AAF tank Museum, Danville, VA – June 12
The WWII Polish LHG was honored to provide both indoor and outdoor displays showcasing Poland’s military contribution to the Allied cause. In addition our friends at the Wheels of Liberation museum also provided vehicles and equipment.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
An outside view of the residence of the Ambassador where the event was held. The inside was expansive allowing room for many guests and displays.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Scores of civilian and military dignitaries attended the event representing many countries.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Here the U.S. Air Force ensemble opens the ceremonies with the national anthems of Poland and the United States. As a reminder of the origins of Soldiers Day, Chris Moore & Chris Petronis provided uniforms representative of the Polish Army and Air Force during the Polish-Russo war of 1920.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Chris Moore is there to ensure the Polish Air Force is well represented.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Holden sets up before the ceremonies begin. Yes, that’s real sweat although not original to 1944.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Christopher Petronis in 10th Dragoons service dress with reproduced regimental colors.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Major General Wisniewski & Miroslaw Hrycak from WOL outside. John Gott director of operations at WOL in street clothes, ready to begin the hard work of loading vehicles before the inevitable summer afternoon thunderstorm.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
A mixture of WWII Polish LHG and WOL equipment from the 1939 campaign.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Our table recognizing the men and women of the II Corps in Italy.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Here Col. Lipiniski, veteran of the 12th Lancers Regt, II Corps stands beside a mannequin representing how a 12th Lancer AFV crewman was dressed in 1944
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Here Holden suffered through the August humidity and heat outdoors to stand by a WOL jeep to represent the 1st Polish Parachute Brigade.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
Our men with current serving Polish officers.
Polish Soldiers Day, Washington, D.C. – Aug 26
In support of the museum’s airshow we portrayed the HQ element of 305 squadron (bomber) PAF. In addition, the WOL museum provided a correct airborne jeep and British 6lb anti-tank gun for our Polish Para Brigade trooper.
Military Aviation Museum – Virginia Beach, VA – Oct 2-3
A quick group shot of the PAF and Para Brigade contingent.
Military Aviation Museum – Virginia Beach, VA – Oct 2-3
Squadron Leader Moore determines it’s cooler outside in the sun, than in the stifling heat of the HQ briefing tent.
Military Aviation Museum – Virginia Beach, VA – Oct 2-3
Living accommodations for the Air Force in the field were slightly better than the average infantryman.
Military Aviation Museum – Virginia Beach, VA – Oct 2-3
Good view of the rear end modifications on the standard para jeep.
Military Aviation Museum – Virginia Beach, VA – Oct 2-3
The para jeeps dedicated to towing the A-tk guns were modified to carry ammunition for the gun on the hood.
Military Aviation Museum – Virginia Beach, VA – Oct 2-3