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In Ohio, Bruce Crompton, a collector of military memorabilia, acquires a rare Sherman tank. Aware that the vehicle’s historical significance could boost its sale price, he decides to enhance its authenticity and market value before any transaction. To that end, Crompton consults a recognised tank specialist, hoping the expert’s advice will raise the tank’s credibility and appeal to buyers. He expects that a thorough verification of the tank’s components and a detailed provenance report will make it more attractive. The specialist, experienced with World War II armoured vehicles, examines the chassis, engine and markings, offering suggestions on restoration and documentation that could substantiate the tank’s lineage.

Bruce Crompton leads a First World War treasure hunt, seeking lost relics from the conflict. During the search he uncovers a mysterious medal belonging to a soldier who fought at the Battle of the Somme. The medal, shrouded in mystery, hints at a personal story from the infamous offensive, while the football, valued at a staggering sum, stands out as a strikingly lavish piece among the artefacts. In the same expedition he also comes across what's described as the world’s most expensive football, adding an unexpected twist to his collection of wartime finds. These discoveries illustrate the varied nature of his quest, blending solemn remembrance with surprising luxury.

Bruce Cromwell, an off‑beat collector of military artefacts, has been assigned the job of putting together an exhibition centred on the French Resistance. Though his tastes are idiosyncratic, the museum has asked him to draw on his extensive stash of wartime gear to illustrate the covert struggle of French fighters against the occupiers. Cromwell must organise the pieces into a coherent display that captures the spirit of the underground movement, while his unconventional approach to curating threatens to colour the presentation in unexpected ways. The commission forces him to balance his personal fascination with weaponry against the historical significance of the resistance effort.

In Ohio, Bruce Crompton, a collector of military memorabilia, acquires a rare Sherman tank. Aware that the vehicle’s historical significance could boost its sale price, he decides to enhance its authenticity and market value before any transaction. To that end, Crompton consults a recognised tank specialist, hoping the expert’s advice will raise the tank’s credibility and appeal to buyers. He expects that a thorough verification of the tank’s components and a detailed provenance report will make it more attractive. The specialist, experienced with World War II armoured vehicles, examines the chassis, engine and markings, offering suggestions on restoration and documentation that could substantiate the tank’s lineage.

Bruce Cromwell, an off‑beat collector of military artefacts, has been assigned the job of putting together an exhibition centred on the French Resistance. Though his tastes are idiosyncratic, the museum has asked him to draw on his extensive stash of wartime gear to illustrate the covert struggle of French fighters against the occupiers. Cromwell must organise the pieces into a coherent display that captures the spirit of the underground movement, while his unconventional approach to curating threatens to colour the presentation in unexpected ways. The commission forces him to balance his personal fascination with weaponry against the historical significance of the resistance effort.

Bruce Crompton leads a First World War treasure hunt, seeking lost relics from the conflict. During the search he uncovers a mysterious medal belonging to a soldier who fought at the Battle of the Somme. The medal, shrouded in mystery, hints at a personal story from the infamous offensive, while the football, valued at a staggering sum, stands out as a strikingly lavish piece among the artefacts. In the same expedition he also comes across what's described as the world’s most expensive football, adding an unexpected twist to his collection of wartime finds. These discoveries illustrate the varied nature of his quest, blending solemn remembrance with surprising luxury.

In Ohio, Bruce Crompton, a collector of military memorabilia, acquires a rare Sherman tank. Aware that the vehicle’s historical significance could boost its sale price, he decides to enhance its authenticity and market value before any transaction. To that end, Crompton consults a recognised tank specialist, hoping the expert’s advice will raise the tank’s credibility and appeal to buyers. He expects that a thorough verification of the tank’s components and a detailed provenance report will make it more attractive. The specialist, experienced with World War II armoured vehicles, examines the chassis, engine and markings, offering suggestions on restoration and documentation that could substantiate the tank’s lineage.

Bruce Crompton leads a First World War treasure hunt, seeking lost relics from the conflict. During the search he uncovers a mysterious medal belonging to a soldier who fought at the Battle of the Somme. The medal, shrouded in mystery, hints at a personal story from the infamous offensive, while the football, valued at a staggering sum, stands out as a strikingly lavish piece among the artefacts. In the same expedition he also comes across what's described as the world’s most expensive football, adding an unexpected twist to his collection of wartime finds. These discoveries illustrate the varied nature of his quest, blending solemn remembrance with surprising luxury.

In Ohio, Bruce Crompton, a collector of military memorabilia, acquires a rare Sherman tank. Aware that the vehicle’s historical significance could boost its sale price, he decides to enhance its authenticity and market value before any transaction. To that end, Crompton consults a recognised tank specialist, hoping the expert’s advice will raise the tank’s credibility and appeal to buyers. He expects that a thorough verification of the tank’s components and a detailed provenance report will make it more attractive. The specialist, experienced with World War II armoured vehicles, examines the chassis, engine and markings, offering suggestions on restoration and documentation that could substantiate the tank’s lineage.

Bruce Cromwell, an off‑beat collector of military artefacts, has been assigned the job of putting together an exhibition centred on the French Resistance. Though his tastes are idiosyncratic, the museum has asked him to draw on his extensive stash of wartime gear to illustrate the covert struggle of French fighters against the occupiers. Cromwell must organise the pieces into a coherent display that captures the spirit of the underground movement, while his unconventional approach to curating threatens to colour the presentation in unexpected ways. The commission forces him to balance his personal fascination with weaponry against the historical significance of the resistance effort.

Bruce Cromwell, an off‑beat collector of military artefacts, has been assigned the job of putting together an exhibition centred on the French Resistance. Though his tastes are idiosyncratic, the museum has asked him to draw on his extensive stash of wartime gear to illustrate the covert struggle of French fighters against the occupiers. Cromwell must organise the pieces into a coherent display that captures the spirit of the underground movement, while his unconventional approach to curating threatens to colour the presentation in unexpected ways. The commission forces him to balance his personal fascination with weaponry against the historical significance of the resistance effort.

Bruce catches wind of a lot of Second World War British RAF equipment that’s being put up for sale – gear that saw action at the Battle of Arnhem. The news sparks his interest straight away, as he and his fellow ex‑paratrooper Freddie are both keen on anything linked to that historic operation. Knowing how rare such items are, Bruce can’t help but think about the chance to own a piece of the very aircraft and supplies that once supported the airborne troops. The prospect of acquiring the memorabilia proves especially tempting for the two veterans, who have lived through the very events the gear represents.

Bruce catches wind of a lot of Second World War British RAF equipment that’s being put up for sale – gear that saw action at the Battle of Arnhem. The news sparks his interest straight away, as he and his fellow ex‑paratrooper Freddie are both keen on anything linked to that historic operation. Knowing how rare such items are, Bruce can’t help but think about the chance to own a piece of the very aircraft and supplies that once supported the airborne troops. The prospect of acquiring the memorabilia proves especially tempting for the two veterans, who have lived through the very events the gear represents.

To mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, Bruce Crompton organises the deployment of a handful of rare German half‑track vehicles, using them as the centrepiece of a battle re‑enactment designed to echo the historic fighting. The unusual machines, seldom seen in public, are assembled solely for this commemorative display, offering a tangible link to the wartime period. In a separate leg of the programme, Crompton travels to France where he devotes his time to locating and examining relics associated with VE Day, hoping to uncover objects that have survived the decades since the conflict. His quest for these artefacts forms the second focus of the episode.

To mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, Bruce Crompton organises the deployment of a handful of rare German half‑track vehicles, using them as the centrepiece of a battle re‑enactment designed to echo the historic fighting. The unusual machines, seldom seen in public, are assembled solely for this commemorative display, offering a tangible link to the wartime period. In a separate leg of the programme, Crompton travels to France where he devotes his time to locating and examining relics associated with VE Day, hoping to uncover objects that have survived the decades since the conflict. His quest for these artefacts forms the second focus of the episode.

Bruce Crompton heads a tight‑knit team that focuses on sourcing, repairing and selling Second World War military gear. Their routine centres on locating forgotten weapons, uniforms and assorted wartime equipment, buying each item, carrying out the necessary restoration work and then placing the refurbished pieces back on the market for enthusiasts. To locate the items they need, the crew travels around the world, scouring remote depots, auction houses and private collections for rare artefacts that have survived the passage of time. When a scarce piece is discovered, they bring it home, mend any damage, and offer the finished product to collectors who appreciate the history and craftsmanship of the original equipment.

Bruce Crompton heads a tight‑knit team that focuses on sourcing, repairing and selling Second World War military gear. Their routine centres on locating forgotten weapons, uniforms and assorted wartime equipment, buying each item, carrying out the necessary restoration work and then placing the refurbished pieces back on the market for enthusiasts. To locate the items they need, the crew travels around the world, scouring remote depots, auction houses and private collections for rare artefacts that have survived the passage of time. When a scarce piece is discovered, they bring it home, mend any damage, and offer the finished product to collectors who appreciate the history and craftsmanship of the original equipment.

Bruce Crompton sets out to track down artefacts linked to George S. Patton, widely regarded as one of history’s most renowned military leaders. His quest takes him across various locations as he seeks to recover items that once belonged to the legendary commander. After gathering the relics, Cromwell shifts his focus to negotiating a deal worth £200,000, and he's aiming to finalise it. Throughout the episode, he balances the thrill of hunting historic memorabilia with the pressure of closing a substantial sale. His determination to locate each piece reflects the weight those objects hold in military history. Securing the £200,000 agreement proves just as demanding, requiring careful negotiation and timing.

Bruce Crompton sets out to track down artefacts linked to George S. Patton, widely regarded as one of history’s most renowned military leaders. His quest takes him across various locations as he seeks to recover items that once belonged to the legendary commander. After gathering the relics, Cromwell shifts his focus to negotiating a deal worth £200,000, and he's aiming to finalise it. Throughout the episode, he balances the thrill of hunting historic memorabilia with the pressure of closing a substantial sale. His determination to locate each piece reflects the weight those objects hold in military history. Securing the £200,000 agreement proves just as demanding, requiring careful negotiation and timing.

After four years of painstaking restoration, Bruce Crompton is now hurrying to get his Panther tank ready for shipment to Australia. The work involved attention to every component, and the project finally reaches the stage where the vehicle must be prepared for transport. He checks the engine, the tracks and the armour plating, ensuring everything meets the standards required for transport. During these final stages, Crompton discovers an intriguing tank manual. The document draws his interest and he begins to examine its contents as he readies the Panther for its journey. The manual's pages, filled with diagrams and technical notes, hint at operational quirks that could prove valuable once the tank reaches its destination.

After four years of painstaking restoration, Bruce Crompton is now hurrying to get his Panther tank ready for shipment to Australia. The work involved attention to every component, and the project finally reaches the stage where the vehicle must be prepared for transport. He checks the engine, the tracks and the armour plating, ensuring everything meets the standards required for transport. During these final stages, Crompton discovers an intriguing tank manual. The document draws his interest and he begins to examine its contents as he readies the Panther for its journey. The manual's pages, filled with diagrams and technical notes, hint at operational quirks that could prove valuable once the tank reaches its destination.