MilitariaToday

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas! Who got Militaria for Christmas?

Merry Christmas!

19/12/2024

A great headline and photo from the start of the Falklands.

13/12/2024

The Tirpitz, sister ship to the legendary German battleship Bismarck, met a dramatic end during World War II. Known as the "Lonely Queen of the North," the Tirpitz was a massive naval threat, weighing over 52,000 tons and armed with powerful 15-inch guns. Stationed in Norwegian fjords, she posed a constant danger to Allied convoys heading to the Soviet Union.

To neutralize her, the Allies launched several daring attacks. Despite multiple bombings and torpedo strikes, the Tirpitz survived much of the war, earning her a reputation as a nearly indestructible fortress.

However, on November 12, 1944, the RAF launched Operation Catechism, a decisive air raid. Using Tallboy bombs—massive 12,000-pound weapons designed to pe*****te armored targets—RAF Lancasters struck the Tirpitz near Tromsø, Norway. A direct hit caused catastrophic explosions, capsizing the ship and killing over 1,000 crew members.

The destruction of the Tirpitz was a significant Allied victory, ending the German battleship era and eliminating a potent threat to Arctic supply routes.

12/12/2024

Some really cool camo gear there!

24/11/2024

The Militaria Shop are doing thier ww2 helmet giveaway again!

25/09/2024

Awesome!

11/09/2024

We have added a few items this afternoon. All are items we have more than 1 of in stock so get in whilst they last. The most interesting being the Royal Air Force Chamois Gloves back in stock. We had 5 pairs but are already down to 4 remaining. We also have tank suit hoods, and lots of other goodies being listed.

16/08/2024

Summer sale of 15% off now on at The Militaria Shop

10/08/2024

A cracking mix of stuff at The Militaria Shop

10/08/2024

Benedictine Abbey at Monte Cassino in Italy. Showing 1940, then the devastation after the battle in 1944 through to 2014 after its restoration.

30/07/2024

A factory worker in London leaving a message on the barrel of British Guards Armoured tank in 1942. "GO IN AND WIN BOYS"

22/07/2024

Militracks at the Overloon War Museum never fails to deliver a spectacular event.

21/07/2024

Ahh yes, the famed Harry Potter / Saving Private Ryan crossover.

13/06/2024

One Tiger tank towing another out of trouble on the Eastern Front in 1943.

12/06/2024

Oops 😅
Someone is being called into the bosses office in the morning.

09/06/2024

Not too often you get a bulk offer like this! Check out Rocksteady antiques for more details.