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Webstore: Universal Carrier

The Universal Carrier, or Bren carrier as it became popularly known, was just that – a multi-purpose, tracked and armoured vehicle that filled a whole variety of roles with all British and Commonwealth troops in every theatre of World War II. Well-loved by the men they supported, they were used to ferry troops up to…

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Webstore: Dad’s Army: Jones

Local Butcher and veteran of many previous conflicts (as he is want of reminding everyone), Jones’ many catchphrases run throughout the show… “The first thing to remember: There’s no substitute for cold steel. They do not like it up ‘em, they DON’T LIKE IT UP ‘EM” During the dark days of 1940, Britain was under…