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Hi: It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Mr. Brian Crowe who died on March 31, 2008. I would like to express my deepest condolences to the...
Joe Drouin
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May 25, 2008
7:52 pm
2725
Hello Rinaldo, Thank you for the corrections, I thought the hat didn't offer much protection for regular troops. Thanks again. Bill ... ...
William Gunn
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May 25, 2008
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Hello Manuel, Thanks for the info, I will update the site. Looks like I need to post some more unid'd badges, you guys have id'd the rest. Thanks again. Bill...
William Gunn
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May 25, 2008
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2727
Hello Ray, Thank you for the info, every little bit helps, you sure filled in a lot for me. I have updated the site and since I made so many mistakes the first...
William Gunn
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May 25, 2008
9:55 pm
2728
Hi Bill, sorry I wasn't clear enough: the hat is part of the dress uniform for all Alpine (Mountain) Troops. The insignia is different according to the branch....
Rinaldo
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May 26, 2008
3:04 pm
2729
Take pics or scan? What is the best scanner for objects? I have tried a Mustek and a Kodak scanner will little success....
onegunn
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May 28, 2008
8:43 pm
2730
... a Mustek and a Kodak scanner will little success. FWIW. Have used CANON for years and works fine, but know there are others that should work fine. Think...
chuteanddagger
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May 28, 2008
8:47 pm
2731
Hi Harry, When I use a scanner it comes out too dark to clean up with an editing program. The kodak scanner images were very pixelated, terrible for a photo ...
William Gunn
onegunn
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May 28, 2008
9:09 pm
2732
... with an editing program. The kodak scanner images were very pixelated, terrible for a photo scanner/printer. It appears that the light in the> scanner is...
chuteanddagger
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May 28, 2008
9:14 pm
2733
I have used an old Agfa scanner for years and the resolution is fantastic - depth of filed is the usual problem with scanners but mine seems to be as good as...
Shaun david Aumua
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May 28, 2008
10:43 pm
2734
Hello Group, First, thanks for the response to my question. Lots of good info, this group has quite a pool of experience. It's going to take me awhile to...
onegunn
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May 30, 2008
12:45 pm
2735
hi, im from Portugal , and some years ago , i make a trade with eric, but as i cant get what he want , we combine that i will sent that late, but as i was...
escorpiompt
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Jun 1, 2008
11:02 pm
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I am right here. You can send me an email message at this address: ehlarson@... Cheers, Eric ... eric, ... late, ... the ... he...
iccus1
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Jun 1, 2008
11:16 pm
2737
hi, i have for trade few US oval patches & aluminum. you can see in "Greece" folder. thank you. Giannis...
g_t_176
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Jun 6, 2008
2:43 pm
2738
Hello I'm looking for anyone who might be interested in trading any British Army units: cloth formation signs or DZ/TRF patches for Polish Army ...
pochwa2008
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Jun 14, 2008
6:09 pm
2739
I now have 6 pages of unidentified badges, insignia, and patches from around the world. Even a couple, or more, airborne/paratroops/special ops badges....
onegunn
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Jun 14, 2008
6:09 pm
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Hello Group, I just added 50+ unidentified DUI's and other insignia to my site. Many insignia have been identified, thanks to those who helped out. Take a look...
onegunn
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Jun 14, 2008
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2741
Hello Bill, In unidentified3, last badge it is Girl Guide Association badge (girl branch of Scout Movement) In unidentified4, Veritas and Libertas badge is the...
mbolo2002
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Jun 14, 2008
10:22 pm
2742
Hello Manuel, Thanks for the id's. I guess the girl scout badge needs a page of it's own. I really appreciate any id's you can provide. It's taken me months to...
William Gunn
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Jun 15, 2008
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2743
There isn't any real translation, but it's commonly referred to as "Ranger." The red ones indicate a veteran of the ARW. I've never heard of the blue one....
Patrick Powers
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Jun 19, 2008
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2744
Does anyone have access to the Irish ARW insignia? I can put my paws on most any US Army and many US Navy insignia. Thanks for your help. Patrick...
Patrick Powers
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Jun 19, 2008
1:29 pm
2745
Sorry for delay in posting, but 'C&D No. 150 went out in mail on 14 June. US members should have soon and foreign by end of week or early next week. Enjoy, ...
chuteanddagger
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Jun 19, 2008
1:34 pm
2746
Hello, Patrick   The unit's official name is "Sciathán Fiannóglach an Airm", which roughly translates into English as "Army Ranger Wing". "Fiannóglach"...
Ray Cool
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Jun 19, 2008
2:28 pm
2747
Thank for your detailed response, Ray. I've done quite a bit of reading since I discovered the ARW. You don't happen to know where I could trade for or...
Patrick Powers
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Jun 19, 2008
8:39 pm
2748
I have posted a photo of a brass badge someone may be interested in. It is brass, approximately 8 inches long and 4 inches high, enamelled. Let me know if you...
Steve
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Jun 24, 2008
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2749
Hi there I havent posted in this group in years but since its about the ranger wing here goes:The official designation of the unit is Sciathain Fianoglach an...
allan pullen
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Jul 1, 2008
1:13 pm
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Hello J,   I have passed on the information required about the insignia of the ARW. I don't like stepping on anybodys toes but just to correct some...
Ray Cool
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Jul 1, 2008
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Hi Razor,how are you?Your right about the tab being worn over the brigade patch.But theres is no red border on the fianoglach tab just black and gold.As...
allan pullen
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Jul 3, 2008
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Hi Allan, Razor is actually right, serving members wear a red border around the tab. ... brigade patch.But theres is no red border on the fianoglach tab just ...
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Jul 9, 2008
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Fiannoglach,how are you?Is this Finbar? It`s jack,trying to get in touch with you the last few months,could`nt get a reply??. There`s a few patches on ebay the...
allan pullen
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