17 August 2018, Issue 921
Bayonets, bits and bobs There’s more than a passing resemblance to the classic TV comic character Captain Mainwaring from Dad’s Army, but this is the product of nearly half-a-century of serious militaria collecting. Under the helmet is Welcome Bay’s Dave Cross, a founder and driving force behind the 20th annual Arms
and Militaria Show which takes place at Greerton Hall tomorrow and Sunday. Dave started collecting militaria back in 1974, with his first artefact being a flintlock pistol. Now his basement is a vast military museum. At the Arms and Militaria Show, Dave and other
enthusiasts will be displaying, buying and selling arms and armour, deactivated weapons, knives, swords and bayonets, documents and photos, helmets, caps and hats, uniforms and medals, with items up for purchasing, swapping and discussion. The full story is on page 7. Photo: Bruce Barnard.
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