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OVERLORD SHOW
The 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings proved an ideal theme for the Solent Overlord Executive (SOE) military collectors club annual military vehicle show at Denmead, Hampshire. From May 25-27, anyone in the area could have been forgiven for thinking they were back in 1944 as US Army Jeeps, GMCs, British Army Bedfords and dispatch riders made their way along the A3 towards the venue. The success of past shows meant this year’s event was spread across three fields, with approximately 300 military vehicles, a host of re-enactment groups and two display arenas.
It was the perfect opportunity for any military modeller to get a close look at vehicles from both World Wars, the Cold War and more recent conflicts, such as in Afghanistan and Libya. There was also an opportunity to climb into some of the machinery, with the owners explaining the restoration process and highlighting specific details. Many owners are now experts in their field, having tracked down pieces of equipment and weapons to create that authentic wartime look.
Given the significance of this year, there were numerous highlights, but the re-enactment of the D-Day landings, complete with beach obstacles and repl…
