Category: Books & References

ASMIC and Chute & Dagger

Electronic subscriptions to the ASMIC and Chute & Dagger insignia collector groups are cheap coming in at under $25 and they provide an invaluable database resource for our hobby.

REFERENCE BOOK: PARABAT Vol.1 – A Guide to Collecting Insignia of the South African Airborne Units 2021 Edition

During the 1970’s and 80’s, South African paratroopers, affectionately called ‘Parabats’ or simply ‘Bats’ were at the forefront of...

A handful of the World War 2 British Airborne wings and insignia in my collection. Photo: Julian Tennant

Books & References Insignia

BOOKS: British Airborne Insignia & Airborne Insignia Volume 2 by Oliver Lock

Airborne insignia provides a popular collecting focus for many collectors and as a result has become a lucrative market for...

Books & References

REFERENCE BOOK: Metal Uniform Embellishments of the Australian Army – Post 53 (‘QE II series’) – Volumes 1 & 2

Metal Uniform Embellishments of the Australian Army – Post 53 (‘QE II series’) volumes 1 & 2 by Mark Corcoran...

Books & References Insignia

Australian Army Dress Manual: Chapter 4 – Badges & Emblems. Free Pdf file download

The Australian Army Dress Manual is available as a pdf download, online from the Army website. Chapter 4 –...

Books & References Insignia

REFERENCE BOOK: US Army Special Forces Team History and Insignia 1975 to the Present by Gary Perkowski

US Army Special Forces Team History and Insignia 1975 to the Present by Gary Perkowski Hardcover Size: 8 1/2″ x...

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REFERENCE BOOK: Commandos et Forces Suppletives Indochine 1945 – 1954 by Jacques Sicard

Commandos et Forces Suppletives Indochine 1945 – 1954 by Jacques Sicard with assistance from M. Duflot and F. Pitel. Softcover:...

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REFERENCE BOOK: Badges of the French Foreign Legion 1923-1989 by Philippe Bartlett

Badges of the French Foreign Legion 1923-1989 by Philippe Bartlett Hardcover: 63 pagesPublisher: P. Bartlett; 1st edition (1989)Language: English &...