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READ OUR LATEST BOOK REVIEW!
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Escaping Has Ceased to be a Sport chronicles the experiences of Frank Unwin MBE, a territorial gunner in the Royal Artillery, from enlistment to being sent overseas. After arriving in Egypt he took part in the North African campaign before being captured at Tobruk in 1942. Thereafter followed three years of captivity ...
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Read the full review here ....

Show dates - What's on when?
​2018!

Militaria, military vehicles, parts and displays
Want to know when the next militaria event is on and where? Visit our Calender.

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RESEARCHING WW2 OFFICER SERVICE RECORDS
RESEARCH a British Officer or soldier. 

Whether you are researching the name written on some documentation or from an article of uniform, such as a uniform or cap, then we may be able to point you in the right direction. Visit OCAD's Collector's Corner for some useful hints and tips.
A guide to selling your militaria
Identify my militaria
What is it?! 

Collecting military antiques is certainly a rewarding hobby, but it can also be frustrating at times, whilst researching is part of the fun it may not always give you the answers that you crave. Not to worry, OCAD Militaria is here to help. 

Why not post that question or mysterious item on our Facebook page or Twitter and let another collector answer it for you?
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"Euroclones"

An essentiel guide to postwar steel helmets
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Matthew Cook - War Artist.

​For those of you who are not already familiar with the artwork of Matthew Cook, then you are truly missing out. As well as having won commissions from major corporations his illustrations have been featured in the Times newspaper. Regardless of subject matter they conjure up a certain atmosphere and are compelling to the eye ... ​

Read the full article here ....
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Not without my helmet!







 It is mid-war 1942, Singapore has fallen to the Japanese, the British have secured a key victory against the Deutsch Afrika Korps at El Alamein, while the Russians are making an epic stand in Stalingrad which will eventually turn the tide of war on the Eastern Front against the Germans once and for all. ....

Read the full segment here ....
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NEW ITEMS HAVE BEEN ADDED!
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​CHECK OUT OUR NEW GIFT SHOP WITH SOME GREAT PRESENT IDEAS AND GOODIES!
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Understanding Austrian Army Peak Caps

​Peaked caps are used by all ranks of the Austrian  military (Osterreich Bundesheer), which includes their air force. As such the detailing on the caps are relatively standard and branch and rank easy to identify.

Read the full article here ....

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2WW Visor cap collector's book. 

OCAD Collection book previews coming soon
The first of its kind, a reference book specifically devoted to WWII British Officer's visor caps.


READ THE FULL SEGMENT HERE! or click on the book cover.

Free WW2 paper models!
​ Download and make yours now!

OCAD Militaria's paper models

Everyone loves a Freebie...
Why don't you have a go at building some of these free paper models?

Find out more here!
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​Three Reasons Why War Memorabilia Collecting is a Viable Investment Strategy
From Kurt Whiteman of Legacy Collectibles
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When you consider your long-term financial investment strategy, you may not consider items such as collectible rifles, daggers, and medals to be a viable option for your portfolio. Truth is, collecting war memorabilia is a practice that can yield many long-term benefits for your financial future. Here are three reasons why it is a viable investment strategy.
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Read the full article here ....

Militaria Links

Forum, militaria dealers, collections and museum links
Whether you are looking for a militaria dealer, need some reference or want to compare a specific piece, visit our links page. It is full or useful and interesting info, from forums to museums.

The OCAD Museum

World War II online uniform, cap, hat and helmet museum
The OCAD Museum of WWII Uniforms and Headdress is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, (* weather and hosting permitting of course).

It is an on-line collection of original military antiques mainly concerning the period surrounding the Second World War.

The collection boasts articles of headdress and uniform from the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Royal Marines and British Army, as well as exhibitions devoted to the United States of America, Belgium, France, Germany, and the Soviet Union.

Use the museum for reference, research or just to kill a little spare time. Donations to the museum are warmly appreciated.

Exhibit of the Month!

OCAD Muesum's Exhibit of the Month





​Read the full feature here!
Hot topic:  
Favourite WW2 tank? 

57% of voters said the US Sherman tank.

Interesting Articles

Have you read our article on the US M1 helmet? We have other great articles for you to read over a quiet coffee break. 

If you fancy yourself as an author or would like to share your expertise or a glimpse of your collection then let's see if we can publish your article here.
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