Decoy British WWII Exploding parachutist

[jayteepee_1999]

My Nan use to make these "Oscars" but there is little known about these items. I think this would be a good opportunity to discuss such a subject... What do you think?

http://home.att.net/~1.elliott/paratrooperdummyhistorysite.html

The link shows information on the item, does anyone else have an interest of info?????

Does anyone have any, especially for sale (the non exploding type)?

JTP

 

[phoenix]

They were actually known as RUPERT.A few came up for sale a few years ago,but unfortunately I missed them.There are quite a few in Normandy museums.

 

[jayteepee_1999]

Yep agree with Rupert UK Version, Oscar US Version