What does the skull and crossbones on the Nazi uniform represent?
Dec 13, 2014 · The totenkopf used by the SS is different from that used by the German army in WW2. It's also largely an exaggeration (approaching a myth) that Hugo Boss had much of an …
Why are military uniforms often flared or poofy above the knee?
Feb 17, 2012 · 40 I've often wondered why do various uniforms have those "poofs" on the outsides of the legs just above the knee? Was there a particular purpose to this, or a practical …
Did German soldiers receive pay after the Allied invasion?
Feb 21, 2018 · They continued wearing WWII German uniforms until they got their own special uniforms after the war. The man who designed the Biber submarine was one of those killed …
Usage of German camoflage during World War II
Apr 20, 2015 · Although most do not know this, Germans used camouflage during the war. The grey uniform was only ceremonial. However, they are pictured without the camo 99% of the …
When did soldiers begin wearing ballooned pants? [duplicate]
Sep 25, 2020 · I was told by a veteran that it was not until the Korean war that American soldiers began to balloon their pants. Prior to that it was only paratroopers. Can this be validated?
Are these Polish WWI or WW2 uniforms? And any idea on the …
Sep 5, 2023 · Can anyone identify these uniforms and the military decoration that looks like an x or a cross on the shorter gentleman? The shorter gentleman is my great-grandfather. The only …
How were Mercy Dogs of WWI and WWII trained to know which …
Mar 27, 2023 · The Wikipedia article link in your question to Mercy Dogs says, "Dogs attached to Allied Powers were trained to take a piece of uniform and those with the Central Powers any …
world war two - Did Russian winter seriously contribute to German ...
Jun 27, 2018 · 20 The Russian winter was a contributing factor. The German winter is not like the Russian plains winter where the German army advanced. The German army was reportedly …
What is the origin of oak leaves in military insignia and …
Jul 19, 2023 · Several military insignia and decorations use an "oak leaf" motif: Majors and Lieutenant Commanders in the US Armed Forces have a single stylized gold oak leaf …
world war two - Help identifying my great grandfather’s WWI …
Dec 4, 2022 · He was definitely a member of the regular troops as the officers' uniforms had pockets in the front and were slightly different in the design. The insignia is so dark that could …