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I can answer questions on World War Two weapons, tactics, and strategy. I can answer questions on Weapons systems and their development. I can answer guestions on Space exploration history. I am a World War 2 expert. I study Military Weapons Systems and the usage of those systems.

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I work for Saint Petersburg College as a TRS or Technology resources specialist. I read 10 to 15 books a year on World War 2 and weapon systems. I also have a BA in History from USF.

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I have a BA in history from USF.

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2012-02-09 WWII Jet Fighters:

Greetings    It is an honor to help.  The prototypes of the ME-262 used BMW 003 but in the production models the Jumo 004 engine was used.  The BMW 003 needed more time to mature but was put into production

2012-02-08 Father,s war history:

Greetings  There may be a couple of sources to check.  The Holocaust museum just had a large exhibit on the Ritchie Boys.  They may have some information; the first 2 links should help.  I would also try

2012-02-04 5" MK V shell casing:

Greetings  Glad to help.  You have a shell casing form a 5 inch naval gun.  The round was built in January of 1945 most likely for the Mark 12 5 inch gun.  This gun was used on a variety of ships from

2012-02-02 box:

Greetings  You have a box for 105mm ammunition.  From your information the manufacture date was most likely March or May of 1964.  The US Army used many 105s in Vietnam as were they were easier to transport

2012-02-02 wwll rifle:

Greetings    I would have a Gunsmith check it to be 100% certain and see if it can fire.  I have seen prices range for 300 to 600 dollars, but the economy for these guns is depressed due to the overall

 

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