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A Rare Second World War British Paratrooper's 'Escape'

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A Rare Second World War British Paratrooper's 'Escape'

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A Rare Second World War British Paratrooper's 'Escape' String Vest, of typical design and construction.

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A Rare Second World War British Paratrooper's 'Escape'

Name: A Rare Second World War British Paratrooper's 'Escape'
SKU: 28875723
Price: 70 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £70 - £90

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