Recently, perhaps because of, and more likely in spite of, the recent All Quiet on the Western Front remake, I decided to put together a German World War I uniform display. Needless to say, I was shocked by the prices. In the end, I opted to take the more “affordable” route and sought out a trench coat, gas mask, belt, ammo pouches, and jack boots. I already had an M18 helmet in my collection.
The results were pretty good, and I was pleased. It goes nicely in my small display room.
I shared a photo with my cousin, who has an interest in military history but doesn’t collect. He responded, “That would look cool with a skeleton as the