DD271 “ Blitz” Churchill K&C WW1 Each vexillum would normally carry

Each vexillum would normally carry the Legion’s number ( in Roman numerals) and the painted or embroidered symbol of that same Legion

Charging forward with rifle and bayonet

A familiar statue figure on any European village or town square

It’s amazing what a difference a modest little section of wall and a simple metal gate can make to a display

DD271 “ Blitz” Churchill K&C WW1 Each vexillum would normally carryDuring even the heaviest German bombing of Britain in 1940 and 1941 Churchill became a welcome and heartening visitor to many bomb shattered cities and towns the length and breadth of the island nation. Here he is stepping out with his tin bowler (steel helmet) on and his gasmask haversack over one shoulder the famous cigar in his mouth.