Markheliops

Ah, rough eh. Just like real field conditions then! Excellent. :-D

Hi all. Can we confirm the dates we are looking at as the Fri 4th, Sat 5th, Sun6th and Mon 7th. Need to work out my days off for next year. Ta Markheliops

Whats the score Tony. Markheliops

Excellent report Jim and top marks for pictures. Thanks for sharing. Ummm, think that lot could do with a Ward La France next year. :whistle: Markheliops

Told ya Joris. Best thing you done this year. Hope it all goes well - good luck. Markheliops

Hi Lee. PM sent with my details. I'll bring the Ward or 432. You have a few pictures of my newly acquired toy (432). Can you send them to me when you get five minutes. :-D Ta mate. Markheliops.

Hi all. Going to be a bit topical here. Let me start with I am not a Nazi nor to a condone making money from peoples suffering, like selling items from concentration camps. I am in agreement with all that has been written so far but I would like to raise this point. I have visited Auschwitz and believe me when I say it is heart breaking to see and hear what went on. These grisly camps were the scene of much misery and human suffering beyond most peoples imagination. The SS will be solely remembered for the atrocities committed in the Second World War. It should be remembered the SS were a fighting unit and they were a formidable fighting force. It is a shame the SS will only be remembered for the horrible things that went on during the war. All crimes against humanity should be deplored and it should also be remembered the Russians were no angles either. Some of the crimes committed against German civilians were no less brutal than the Jews suffered against the Germans. The Allies were no angles either. I hope people are not silly enough to think war crimes were only committed by the Germans and Japanese. War is War. Unfortunately, whilst in Bosnia I experienced and saw brutality which I would not reveal to you on this forum. I will never condone it but it will happen. The British have their fair share of crimes against humanity throughout the ages. I will repeat I have no time for Nazi's or their followers. I have spoke to ex- SS soldiers and read many books. Most feel deeply ashamed for what went on during the war. They also feel ashamed and saddened for their fellow soldiers who died during battle, in that they will not be remembered as soldiers fighting for their country. They will only be remembered for the atrocities. Some SS Soldiers were murderers and committed disgraceful acts against women and children and this should never be forgotten - other SS soldiers were brave, fierce and formidable opponents. A balanced view. One fighting unit can not be blamed for what went on during the war. I blame the Nazi party and the people who committed these acts. Markheliops

I'll keep the blonde if you don't mind. She still needs careful restoration. :whistle:

I'll take the Ward La France as long as: 1) It doesn't clash with the other small show. 2) They don't mind American markings on the beast. 3) The kettles on. :-D Markheliops

Hi all. Had enough and seen the light. Just call me Comrade. http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u233/Markheliops/00000006-1.jpg[/img] Tell you more when I get five minutes but I'm sure you lot can come up with a few comments. Markheliops.

My Ward's on the road - it just prefers to remain static - OK. :whistle:

Hi Mark Not sure about the RAF thing mate. My experiences were with RE EOD teams. As far as I am aware, only the front wings were painted red. In the early days, EOD vehicles use to display red flags at the front. I wait to be corrected but I have never seen EOD vehicles with red rear wings. Some owners like to paint the rear red but I don't think its correct. I wouldn't worry about repainting the wings. The Landy paint job is quite nice. Be a shame to ruin it for the sake of the rear wings. Markheliops

Arse - Look on the bright side Joris. One door closes - another opens. Could be the best thing you've done this year. I'm sure it will turn out okay. Markheliops

Hi Mark Nice Landy but lose the red paint from the rear wings. EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal vehicles only ever had red front wings. To my knowledge they never painted the rear. Markheliops

No and your not nearly as tall either. :-D

Hi Jack. Are these HMVF coveralls button fastening, zip fastening or that horrible velcro stuff? :argh: As long as its not velcro, can you put me down for two pairs please. I'm 5ft 10 tall, 34 waist. Suspect I will need large size please. Many thanks Markheliops

Hi Tony. The vehicles used in the calender - if it gets the go ahead - are HMVF members vehicles - WWII or Post War and any nationality. The photo-shoot will be purely on a voluntary basis with all proceeds going to whatever charity we happen to specify and as such, no payment will be made to members for the inclusion of them or their vehicles. The idea is to; Raise the profile of HMVF Raise funds for whoever And have a bit of fun. Markheliops

As people are dotted all over the place, it would not be unreasonable to suggest a few shoots around the country. I would suspect travel milage of say 100 odd miles will be exceptable. Depends who would be interested. Markheliops

Can I suggest if the project goes ahead - In the case of having more than 12 vehicles - more than one of the same type of vehicle appears as a single month. IE - 2 x Ward la France's for Jan, 2 x Foxe's for Feb, 2 x Jimmy's for Mar...... You get the idea. Markheliops

Anyone fancy a trip to Bulgaria - preferably who owns a low-loader. :-D

Couldn't agree more with the above. Markheliops

Looks a great show Lee. No tracks though - :cry: Wards still sick mate and won't be ready. Next year then. Markheliops

Your 1st on my list Lee - you just didn't know it. :-D Markheliops

Welcome to the holy land lozza. :wave: Markheliops

I remember that Muppet. He splashed mud all over my WLF information display board. :argh: Impressive vehicle though - and the girlie's in Polish uniforms was a rather welcome sight. :-D Markheliops