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Buttons of the Austro-Hungarian Regiments

Buttons of the Austro-Hungarian Regiments

Elmara
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I think every searcher knows this. Finding a HAND knob with or without a number is a very common thing, but few people seem to know what is behind which number or even the color of the knob. I've managed to put together a little overview of how the regiments were. The information corresponds to the year 1914/1915. The button findings have been completed. Plus descriptions of the mountain hunting battalions and also the provincial gendarmerie headquarters.
Seven Days Czechoslovakia - Polish War

Seven Days Czechoslovakia - Polish War

Elmara
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It was 23 January 1919 and Czechoslovak troops, together with the legions, began the fight for the Polish-occupied Těšín region. In this seven-day war, Czechoslovakia had the upper hand from the beginning and quickly occupied the whole area. The war also brought about a rare dispute between Masaryk and Beneš, with Masaryk wanting to fight and Beneš fearing the reaction of the powers of the agreement.
In memory of Jiří POTŮČEK - TOLARA part 1

In memory of Jiří POTŮČEK - TOLARA part 1

kytara
19567 10
Radiotelegraph operator of the SILVER A paragroup, Svob. Jiří Potůček (codename Tolar), was dropped from a British aircraft together with six other paratroopers of the ANTROPOID, SILVER A and SILVER B groups in the occupied territory of the Czechoslovakia on the night of 28-29 December 1941....
The Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) Part 3

The Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) Part 3

janali
14329 1
Battle of White Mountain The Estates expected a miracle with the accession of Fridrich of Falt to the Bohemian throne. They were looking forward to the replenishment of the state treasury. His authority was sure to induce the Protestant princes of the Empire to support their uprising. And most importantly, his father-in-law, King James I of England, would support him politically, militarily and financially. But the expectation was not fulfilled
The Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) Part 1

The Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) Part 1

janali
13337 4
The first volume of a comprehensive work dealing with the circumstances of the origins, course and consequences of the Thirty Years' War. This period is also a very interesting period from the point of view of many searchers, and so I think that it will interest everyone, including in its engaging form.

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