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Collection: Uniforms and equipment
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Men and women serving on both sides were issued with items of uniform and equipment. People also carried personal equipment. The Collection includes:
- Clothing including uniforms (although that worn on campaign was often later replaced due to wear and tear)
- Personal equipment such as first aid kits
- Other equipment such as radios and tools
- Weapons and the techniques and tactics for using them
- Badges worn to identify the unit to which troops belonged
- Medals generally awarded after the Second World War both for service and bravery