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Correct Markings for Sherman Firefly
Following on the post about correct markings for the Stuart, hopefully I can get your advice on correct markings for my Sherman Firefly.
What do I know...
From the original T Number, we know this vehicle finished up in June 1945 with Governor General Foot Guards... the history before then is not known. Unfortunately there were no unit or divisional markings visible - however I know that these were removed post-war when the vehicles were demobbed - so this is not so much a surprise. Moving forwards to a restored vehicle, I propose replacing all of the original markings (these have been photographed and will be remade as close to the original as possible). Markings I believe should be there and I don't know what they should be or for definite where they should be... are:
For the restoration therefore, I am proposing to have these:
Additional thoughts therefore...
Questions therefore...
Any other advice on this would be most helpful please. Original photos are here... http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/sh...ad.php?t=23489 Many thanks Tim |
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