Established in 1993, Military Trader is dedicated to the collecting, preservation, restoration, study, and display of historic military artifacts. Spanning interests from military uniforms to medals, or helmets to ordance and weapons, Military Trader is your best source for in-depth technical articles, artifact profiles, product and hobby news, current values, military auction coverage, and show calendar.
Military Trader • SEPTEMBER 2024 • VOLUME 31, ISSUE 9
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HOMEFRONT NEWS
Collecting isn’t a 24/7 commitment
Somber symbols • German concentration camp guard insignia
MILITARY TRADER VEHICLES
THE ATOMIC JEEP! • The Davy Crockett Willys could fire a nuclear warhead
Discovering the medals of LATIN AMERICA
History on the tracks • Heritage Railways in Britain are still rolling
DODGE DAYZ AT FINDLAY • Some fabulous M37s — and more — were out in force in 2024
Being There • The military life of WWII soldier Ted Weber
AUSTRIAN ICON • The Steyr 1500A was a rugged, multi-purpose warrior
TECH TIPS
CALENDAR • Confirm all information with show promoter before traveling. The time, dates, and/or location may have changed!