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Our World War II collection honours this extraordinary chapter in history with museum-quality replica artefacts and commemorative collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWWII helmet replicas\u003c\/strong\u003e — Iconic steel helmets of the Allied and Axis forces, including British Brodie, US M1, and German Stahlhelm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign medals \u0026amp; insignia\u003c\/strong\u003e — Replica decorations and badges honouring the bravery of those who served\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilitary dog tags \u0026amp; field equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Authentic-style personal items carried by soldiers on the front line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRAF \u0026amp; naval memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e — Commemorating the Battle of Britain and the vital role of the Royal Navy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Front \u0026amp; propaganda pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e — Iconic imagery and keepsakes from the civilian war effort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're honouring a family member's service, building a military history collection, or searching for a meaningful commemorative gift, our World War II collection is a respectful tribute to those who gave so much.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mini-m42-german-stahlhelm-world-war-ii-steel-helmet-with-wooden-stand-ww2","title":"Mini M42 German Stahlhelm World War II (Steel Helmet) with wooden stand WW2","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThis Replica M42 Stahlhelm was the final iteration of the German military helmet used during World War II, introduced in 1942 as a simplified version of its predecessors, the M35 and M40. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"description\"\u003eIt was orginally designed for mass production, reducing manufacturing time while maintaining the essential protective features for German soldiers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: \u003cspan style=\"text-transform: capitalize;\"\u003egreen\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMaterial: \u003cspan style=\"text-transform: capitalize;\"\u003eiron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HISTORY PIECES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55560679063937,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/2895\/6033\/files\/s5867mini.jpg?v=1776871522"},{"product_id":"full-size-replica-victoria-cross","title":"Full-Size Replica Victoria Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThis full-size Victoria Cross medal is made from lead-free pewter that is bronze plated. It is supplied with approximately 12cm of ribbon. The medal is mounted on a fold-over information card that has a colour image of British troops, an aircraft and a tank together with a Victoria Cross on the front and has historical information about the medal on the reverse. The medal is presented in a clear medal wallet with the header card attached to the top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThe Victoria Cross (VC) was instituted in January 1856 during the reign of Queen Victoria. It is the highest recognition for valour “in the face of the enemy” that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces of any rank in any service, and civilians under military command. 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