Requirements to join
There are a just few minimal requirements we have for those who want to join our living history group. We ask that you be 18 years old or older and that you have a reliable means of transportation. That's it! Of course having the uniform and equipment is a plus, but don't let that be a deterrent. Keep in mind that this impression, much like the other impressions out there, can become very expensive. How much it costs is based on how elaborate you wish to make it. As time goes on, and this website expands, we will have photos posted to show the basic equipment you would need to start. To view a list of the uniform and equipment for the basic rifleman click the equipment list button below. Specialized equipment is also listed as an additional reference. Field equipment is listed but is in no way required.
If you are interested in joining the 6th Airborne of New England living history group click here.
Some Recommended Reading
FOR KING and COUNTRY: British Airborne Uniforms, Insignia & Equipment in World War II (Schiffer Publications)
-Harlan Glenn (July 1, 1999)
British Soldier, D-Day to VE-Day
-Jean Bouchery, (January 2011)
D-Day Paratroopers: The British, The Canadian and The French
-Jean Bouchery, (November, 2004)
These books listed are but a few of what we can recommend you read. They give a very good idea of the uniforms and equipment used by the British Army during WWII.
-Harlan Glenn (July 1, 1999)
British Soldier, D-Day to VE-Day
-Jean Bouchery, (January 2011)
D-Day Paratroopers: The British, The Canadian and The French
-Jean Bouchery, (November, 2004)
These books listed are but a few of what we can recommend you read. They give a very good idea of the uniforms and equipment used by the British Army during WWII.
* In no way is the 6th Airborne of New England affiliated with or endorsed by the above stated authors, their publishers or any other agent who represents them.
** The "Lord Kitchener Wants You" photograph was created by Alfred Leete Usage governed by Information Fair Trader Scheme (IFTS)
** The "Lord Kitchener Wants You" photograph was created by Alfred Leete Usage governed by Information Fair Trader Scheme (IFTS)