fv1609 Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 (edited) A wide range of re-enactment from 2,500 BC Greek Army to the Vietnam era. Heavy mediaeval content of re-enactors & similarly with stalls. The rain stayed away during the day, there were a lot of visitors although pictures don't show that as I went around with the camera at the end of proceedings. But the view from most traders was that although people came they didn't want to spend any money. WW2 was represented pleasingly will equal proportions of Americans, Brits & Germans, which makes a change from so many events were there is a disproportionate representation from one country. Unfortunately a number of WW1 groups were already committed to a WW1-only event at Bateman's in Sussex but at least the conflict was represented by a soldier medic & a nurse. I met a lot of very nice & interesting people buried away in their various disguises including a former Shorland driver in 18th cent guise & a Ferret owner in 2,500 BC Greek Army. There were lots of interesting other depictions that were too numerous to photo or where any pics would be spoilt by visitors stood in the way. Living about 7 miles away I was able to field the Shorland & Pig together for the first time at a show. First the basics! I notice it got turned away from the public on the second day so I'm not sure if someone had taken advantage of it. I think the term WC is incorrect as it is not a water closet, but maybe the public don't what the term latrine means Edited August 16, 2011 by fv1609 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 7, 2011 Author Share Posted August 7, 2011 An extensive display of dental instruments & equipment An ex-Israeli half-track Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 7, 2011 Author Share Posted August 7, 2011 (edited) One of these is a Ferret owner. At the rear representing WW1, a soldier & nurse, followed by a 1960s 'Stop the War' peace campaigner. Edited August 8, 2011 by fv1609 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 8, 2011 Author Share Posted August 8, 2011 Sorry missed this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 9, 2011 Author Share Posted August 9, 2011 A couple more: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rover8FFR Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 Can't see the attraction here Clive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rover8FFR Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 Living about 7 miles away I was able to field the Shorland & Pig together for the first time at a show. Really Like this Photo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 9, 2011 Author Share Posted August 9, 2011 Can't see the attraction here Clive. I definitely think you are working too hard Wayne! Surprised nobody has taken a guess at who the Ferret owner is amongst the Greek army. I'll leave it a little while & see who is voted as who looks the most likely to own a Ferret. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Drake Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 Has to be B, the Ferret owner. With all that armour C must own a tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFowler Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Living about 7 miles away I was able to field the Shorland & Pig together for the first time at a show. Really Like this Photo Me too ! Anymore for the Pig gallery mate ? :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 Me too ! Anymore for the Pig gallery mate ? :-D Oh well alright then! I believe each to be the oldest surviving example. Complete with boot laces if you have a really keen eye for detail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFowler Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Oh well alright then! I believe each to be the oldest surviving example. Complete with boot laces if you have a really keen eye for detail! Have you any history to say that they have worked in the same area in the same era Clive ? They really look good together mate ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 Andy yes I have copies of the V5(NI) & service record cards for both. I have pictures of OI on the border in 1959 & couple of it under attack in Aug 1969 and a picture of PZ when issued in 1966. All a bit above the heads of most MOP. I just had my board with a few pics of PZ & my FAQs: No it is not home made & no it doesn't float etc:nut: Although I think I need one for OI with: NO it is NOT a Saracen NO it is NOT based on a Land Rover These seem to be the current top two assumptions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 Has to be B, the Ferret owner. With all that armour C must own a tank. Yes well done Paul it is indeed B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 Some better quality pictures here: http://wyrdlight.com/BP11/BP11Flash/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 16, 2011 Author Share Posted August 16, 2011 So it might not be on next year. If it is maybe September, apparently in August people might be playing games in London, which is of no interest to me. But I wonder how many shows may suffer from a drop in attendance or simply feel they can't compete with such goings on. Anyway here's a TV clip of this years effort. Doesn't show the diversity of displays as this was shot well before most exhibitors had arrived & set up. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-14430232 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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