Are Swastikas and Confederate Flags Doomed? Just days after two people were gunned down in cold-blooded murder in Louisville, Kentucky, dealers and collectors gathered at the city’s Expo Center for the National Gun Day Show. While most of us have … More
JAG File
WINTER’S COMING…
Top tips for historic military vehicle winter storage I know that not all of our historic military vehicle (HMV) owners live in snowy northern climates, but from my perspective these days, that is about all I see — and have … More
Collecting…An Experience
Many say to me, “The young aren’t interested in history.” These observers go on to explain, “The young people don’t collect…they rather have experiences.” In fact, one fellow even went so far as to cite the AM radio host, Rush … More
ARMISTICE SIGNED IN A RAILWAY CAR
While most recognize November 11 as Veterans Day, this year, the day will mark the 100th Anniversary of the Armistice of 1918 that provided the foundation for ending WWI. Signed to go into effect on “the 11th Hour of the 11th … More
So Sorry. I Just Saluted The Kaiser
“Oops! I just saluted the Kaiser,” I said to my granddaughter after a little bit of gas slipped out (the way it seems to do on old guys). “Whattya mean, Papa?” she asked. I chuckled as I recalled my dad saying … More
You Can’t Change a Leopard’s Spots
My parents have left me with a lot of sayings, many of which probably aren’t “appropriate” anymore. Just last week, Mom declared — loud enough for everyone in the nursing home dining room to hear — “Everyone around here has … More
WORTH MORE THAN THE PAPER ON WHICH THEY ARE PRINTED?
A recent survey of Military Trader readers revealed that the number one perceived threat to the hobby is the proliferation of fakes. This outranked fear of confiscation of relics or the laws prohibiting private ownership of military relics. More than anything … More
Share your passion: Become a Military Trader AMBASSADOR
Share the passion: Be an AMBASSADOR We love militaria and our hobby that revolves around it. Whether we are collectors of helmets, medals, weapons, vehicles, or any other type of military relics, there is no doubt, we are a devoted … More
Yo. Represent!
Yeah, I am an old guy, but I understand the contemporary use of the term, “Represent!” For those of you who “ain’t aboard the trolley,” the urban dictionary classifies “Represent” as a verb meaning, “Go and be a good example … More
Opinions are Like Machine Guns…
Opinions are Like Machine Guns… You might have one, but not everyone wants to see it or hear it. Okay, I paraphrased and readapted what my dad used to say about opinions — this is a family-oriented blog, after all! … More