This ‘Bren carrier’ is part of the British 3rd Infantry Division, which took part in operations in the Netherlands during the later part of the war. The crew is taking in the sight, enjoying a little bit of peace before moving on with the patrol.
This diorama displays the British Expeditionary Force in France during the 1940 campaign. An A10 Cruiser tank is entering the village, where a Scamell Pioneer truck has parked further up the road to assist in clearing mines and setting up the communication lines for command.
A DUKW (or Duck) has arrived at the vulcanic beach of Iwo Jima. The U.S. Marines jump out to see if the vehicle can be moved up the beach.
A Panzer IV from the 20th Pz.Div. drives over a bridge made by the engineers. It’s the first time that a tank makes use of this bridge, so the bystanders look closely if the construction will hold the weight.
This scene depicts one of the challenging battles that took place in the bocage regions of Northern France. German Fallschirmjägers tried to utilise the terrain to make life difficult for the allied forces.
A Ki-61 Hien is getting prepared to take off Chofu Airbase for another mission to hunt for enemy heavy bombers. The starter truck approaches to help start the engine and extra fuel has arrived at the scene.
A M2 Bradley supporting the 1 NL Corps makes its way to the main road, while the press photographers try to capture the perfect image.
A Folland Gnat belonging to RAF Valley is ready to take off in Wales. The Folland Gnat was originally developed as a light and affordable jet fighter, but went on to be used extensively by the Royal Air Force as an advanced fast jet training aircraft.
British crew members of the 2nd Household Cavalry take a rest outside of their DAC MK I. They have parked close to the field of a shepherd.
A Stug III from the 16th Panzer Division and it’s crew are glad to see that ammo and fuel has arrived with an Opel Blitz truck. After some labour the men take a break, with coffee and some rations. The next battle awaits.