Tommy1418 Posted 13 July , 2012 Share Posted 13 July , 2012 I've recently purchased a WW2 uniform complete with medal ribbons, which I intend using for re enactment purposes but have the age old quandry of do I remove the ribbons or not? It's obvious from my age that I did not serve in WW2 & would only be using it for re enactment purposes & not civic or memorial engagements.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulkheader Posted 13 July , 2012 Share Posted 13 July , 2012 Generally I would say that you make the uniform fit the period you are representing. However, if there are rare or unusual insignia etc on the uniform, then I believe, should be left intact, if this means obtaining a second tunic, so be it. Just my personal opinion for what it is worth. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERITAGE PLUS Posted 13 July , 2012 Share Posted 13 July , 2012 I would remove the medal ribbons on grounds of authenticity as they may not fit the criteria required for re-enactment e.g. wrong medal for area of combat. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 13 July , 2012 Share Posted 13 July , 2012 Keep the medals as it seems you are only wearing the costume for re-enactment purposes. When I was in Belarus 7 years ago a group were doing some sort of Great Patriotic War thing. Damn obvious that these were actors playing troops from 1941-45! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auchonvillerssomme Posted 13 July , 2012 Share Posted 13 July , 2012 It would depend on how realistic you want the enactment to be and not be criticised for wearing a complete set of ribbons for WW2 stars etc for an action taking place during the WW2 period. In my opinion you either do it properly or be mocked, but thats just me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 13 July , 2012 Share Posted 13 July , 2012 It would depend on how realistic you want the enactment to be and not be criticised for wearing a complete set of ribbons for WW2 stars etc for an action taking place during the WW2 period. In my opinion you either do it properly or be mocked, but thats just me. They could be Great War medal ribbons on a WW Two tunic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy1418 Posted 14 July , 2012 Author Share Posted 14 July , 2012 Thanks Chaps! Will research the ribbons on the tunic when it arrives & assess from there on in as to what I deem appropriate... :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now