This week at Ack-Ack Militaria we ask you sit down and have a nice Easter Weekend Cuppa!!

We will re-examine and look at some new items related to the world of WW2 beverages.

Future topics will include P44, First Aid, Home Guard, tentage and comping, bicycles, etc.

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Code: 459

Phoney War period propaganda teapot made to replace aluminium stocks that would be used for the war effort. Manufactured by Ducal for Dyson & Horsfall of Preston it is transfer printed with ‘Liberty and Freedom’ to one side and ‘War Against Hitlerism’ on the other with a profusion of allied flags.

In good clean condition with some very light crazing consummate with its age.  read more

Code: 457

110.00 GBP

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Often described as a pilot ‘ration set’ these faux leather sets have been thought of as being used by both RAF and Ferry pilots for sustenance, during long flights.

The set comprises of a cream painted, tin plate sandwich tin, in good overall condition, a ‘Thermovac’ vacuum flask, in unbroken condition with its paper label still in situ and its faux leather, ‘card’ carry bag/box....  read more

Code: 458

65.00 GBP

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Ultra-rare ration tin of, ¼ Pound, vacuum-packed Lyons Coffee.

Priced to reflect condition of tin and full, unopened contents.  read more

Code: 456

75.00 GBP

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Often cited as being part of the new P44 kit, intended for the Far East, this late war cooker is becoming harder and harder to source. Comprises its storage tin, with clear ‘decals and the majority of its paint intact, and two-piece folding cooker the item is in very good condition.

One must never underestimate the importance of tea to the British soldier during both World Wars. ...  read more

Code: 455

95.00 GBP

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Recovered from a test trench this unidentified milk bottle is a rare survivor, salvaged during building work by myself during building work at a school in East Ham, London. We were led to believe that the school was built on ‘hardcore’ retrieved from Blitz rubble. The rubble contained many broken tea pots and cups, smashed jam jars, etc. and this was one of just a few items that came out intact.  read more

Code: 454

A nice little pack filler, this WW2 period tea diffuser is chrome plated and of British manufacture. This item would allow loose tea leaves to be re-used and would keep the precious brew free from leaves.

One must never underestimate the importance of tea to the British soldier during both World Wars. Tea was vital to the soldiers’ morale. Naturally, it contains caffeine and can ...  read more

Code: 453

25.00 GBP

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Recovered by myself during the 65th Anniversary events around Arnhem and was gifted to me by a resident of Oosterbeek, who claimed it had been in their ‘outhouse’ since the war ended.

One must never underestimate the importance of tea to the British soldier during both World Wars. Tea was vital to the soldiers’ morale. Naturally, it contains caffeine and can provide a boost of en...  read more

Code: 452

125.00 GBP

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One must never underestimate the importance of tea to the British soldier during both World Wars. Tea was vital to the soldiers’ morale. Naturally, it contains caffeine and can provide a boost of energy; but there are many who find it calming, as well. Tea is a part of British culture, even more so in the 1940’s than today. To the soldier, it was more than just a beverage; it was a reminder o...  read more

Code: 451

65.00 GBP

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