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Worzel Gummidge and Dr Who - five annuals comprising Worzel Gummidge Annual 1979, 1980 and 1981 and the Doctor Who Annuals 1973 and 1974 all featuring Jon Pertwee [5]

An original vintage (presumed late 1940's) blue and white enamel French street sign for ' Rue Du 51e Regiment D'Infanterie ' ( 51st Infantry ). The street named in honour of the BEF British Expeditionary Force, 51st Infantry who liberated the area during the invasion of France / D-Day. The sign of curved-edge form, with mounting holes to each corner. Rare sign. Measures approx; 27cm x 47cm. 

Property of one Captain Hubert William Ponsonby - 5th Baron of Mauley ' Baron De Mauley ' - his original WWII Second World War civil defense Home Guard brodie helmet. The helmet complete with chin strap and liner, the rim dated 1941. Supplied within an associated cardboard hat box which has been named to ' De Mauley '.  Ponsonby was a WWI captain who served with the 2nd Battalion 1st Gloucestershire Regiment, and later Captain of his local Home Guard unit. A rare and interesting piece of history.  NOTE - Further items relating to Ponsonby can be found in lot 300 and 301. 

WWII RAF 87 Squadron Interest - a rare early-mid 20th century ' Cricket ' style cap, as owned by Wing Commander John Scatliff Dewer DSO DFC, of 87 Squadron. The cap in traditional style, with white banding and stripes. A label to the interior reads ' Dewer ' (faint) and other details. The cap comes presented on its original plaster stand. An interesting piece of WWII Royal Air Force history, from a very well known serviceman.  Wing Commander John Scatliff Dewar, DSO, DFC (1907 – 1940) was a World War II Royal Air Force fighter pilot, who was killed in action during the Battle of Britain. Dewar was given command of No. 87 Squadron RAF on 29 November 1939 and led the Squadron during operations during the Battle of France, distinguishing himself by his superb piloting and leadership skills. On 7 May 1940, returning from a sortie in bad weather and low on fuel, Dewar had to force land his Hurricane at an unserviceable airfield at Villefranche. As he touched down his wheels dug into the mud and the aircraft overturned, severely injuring his right shoulder. In spite of his injury, he refused to ground himself and continued to fly. He claimed a Dornier Do 17 shared and two Junker Ju 87s of I./StG 2 on 11 May, and another Ju 87 the next day. For this and his leadership of 87 Squadron he was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO). On 20 May 1940, in the face of the advancing German Army, Dewar ordered his squadron to return to England. He was killed during the Battle Of Britain in 1940 and is buried at St John the Baptist church in North Baddesley, Hampshire.  Provenance; Purchased by the vendor's Grandfather from the estate of Kay Scatliff Dewer (John's wife) after her death in 2001. 

An original WWII Second World War Luftwaffe German cockpit compass, by repute from a crashed Messerschmitt BF 110C-4, which was attacked by a fighter during the Battle of Britain on 6th September 1940. It is believed that the attacking plane was a Hurricane from 111 Squadron. The attack took place during a mission over Kenley. The Messerschmitt was abandoned by the crew who safely bailed out following an explosion in the aircraft which then crash landed on the golf course at Cannons Hill, Coulsdon around 9.30am - where this compass was recovered as a souvenir. Provenance supplied by vendor. The bezel marked with ' FK38 ' and ' F123233 '. Interesting piece of German aircraft history. 

A rare collection of x6 original WWII Second World War period SAS Special Air Service beret cloth patches. Various forms, but all with the ' Who Dares Wins ' motto. Rare and interesting collection of commando patches.

A scarce original WWII Second World War ' Guinea Pig Club ' cloth uniform patch. Black, with central brown and white winged Guinea Pig emblem. As issued to aircrew who received burn wounds during the war. Rare. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War 1944 Airborne Paratroopers' steel helmet. As worn by 7013455 Private William Henry Smith of the 1st Airborne Royal Irish Rifles who was killed in action soon after D-Day on 20th June 1944. The helmet being a complete example with inner liner, hessian padding and canvas chin strap. Some paint loss to top, and remnants of original insignia remain to top. Supplied with a photograph of Smith, and a note which explains '(This was).. recently found at a house clearance at Williams' parents' home in Northern Ireland at No. 53 Shankill Road, which was being demolished. It is thought his helmet was brought back from France by a fellow Royal Irish Rifles colleague after his death as a memento for his bereaved parents Mary and William Smith'. Ex-museum display. A rare and poignant piece of WWII memorabilia. 

A rare and interesting collection of WWII items relating to a Lady Agnes MacDougall - a Wren during the Second World War. The collection comprising; a boxed group of WWII medals addressed to her - the medals including a 1939-45 Star, Atlantic Star and War Medal (along with a set of miniatures with an additional miniature Defence Medal), a pair of 1944 dated War Department stamped deck gunner gloves (in white), and a ship's ensign with notation for HMS Wanderer. A rare and interesting collection. Flag approx; 87x178cm.  It is believed that Lady Agnes MacDougall was either married to, or was courting an officer who served aboard HMS Wanderer during the time.  HMS Wanderer (D74/I74) was an Admiralty modified W class destroyer built for the Royal Navy. She was the seventh RN ship to carry the name Wanderer. She was ordered in January 1918 to be built at the Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Company, Govan in Glasgow, being launched in May 1919. She served through World War II where she was jointly credited with five kills on German U-boats, more than any other ship of her class. In December 1941 the community of Sutton Coldfield in Warwickshire officially adopted her. In 1943 she was one of twenty one V&W class destroyers to be converted as Long Range Escorts. She was decommissioned after the war and sold for scrap in 1946.

A rare original WWII Second World War SAS Officer's peaked uniform ' crusher ' cap. The cap with makers marks to inside, retaining original leather strap and brass buttons with an original ' SAS ' ' Who Dares Wins ' patch to front. The cap initialled ' JEM ' to underside of inner band. Rare. 

An incredible rare original WWII Second World War Burma Campaign / Chindit section of a captured Japanese flag. The flag being a large section, contains the entire red centre, and is filled with Japanese writing. The flag is accompanied by a letter which reads 'My father Jack Farrow fought in Burma in the 2nd World War fighting the Japanese. He was serving under Lord Mountbatten. My father and his unit captured a hill occupied by the Japanese who were hiding up trees and hiding down holes ready to attack. But luckily my father and his unit got to the top and took the flag...Because my father got the flag first he shaved it by taking a 1/4 off for his friend. According to what he was told, and told me, the writings on the flag are names of Brothels - but that I'm not sure'. The names inscribed upon the flag are more likely the friends and neighbours of a young Japanese soldier sent off to war - a 'good luck' type offering. The flag section measures approx; 78cm x 73cm, with some discolouration and staining from age. An interesting piece of WWII history. 

An exceptionally rare WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Escape & Evade ' clandestine hidden pipe ' dagger '. The dagger secreted within the mouthpiece of a traditional smoking pipe, which can be drawn by removing the mouthpiece. The small rounded blade mounted with a bullet casing to base. A very rare item. Measures approx; 15cm long in total. Blade length approx; 6cm. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare ex-museum display WWII Second World War era MI9 issued lump of ' detonator coal '. Being a standard large lump of coal, with a hole drilled partially through the centre, in which a detonator would be housed. As used during sabotage missions during the conflict by Allied troops in Europe. A rare item. Measures approx; 23cm long.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Special ' matchbox with concealed compass and map. The matchbox being a ' General Gordon ' matchbox, with a false bottom which opens to house a miniature compass and folded section of map showing part of Europe. Rare and unusual item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original WWII Second World War MI9 issued hidden ' Swinger ' type compass, within a gramophone needle. The swinger compass (to be used in water) fits discreetly into a channel to the rear of the Swiss-made gramophone needle. Supplied within its original lined case. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued 'special ' compass. The compass being an unmarked British made compass of miniature form, and was found secreted behind a false bottom within the box of matches. The matches being of Italian origin ' Saffa-n No.7 '. Retains some original matches. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare believed original WWII Second World War MI9 issued  ' escape and evade ' string vest. Later-issue type, with wide cotton shoulder supports. Very coarsely 'knitted' heavy string vest. These vests were issued to some aircrews as an escape aid.  If needed the vest could be unravelled and plaited to form a strong rope to aid escape, and several together could form a rather long rope. No makers marks present. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' hidden ' compass ring. Comprising of an early 20th century silver 975 white metal finger ring, the top with a secret opening compartment which reveals a miniature secreted compass. The compass of basic form, in brass with arrow to centre. Rare. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredible WWII Second World War MI9 issued chess set. The set being a standard chess group, complete with cardboard folding board. One piece containing a secreted ' spinner ' type compass (to be used in water). Along with a related Red Cross parcel postcard to a Commander W. A. Wood of Stalag XB 31, Germany, which shows as received on 17/10/41. As purchased by the vendor's grandfather shortly after the war. A rare, if not unique piece of WWII history. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare ex-museum taxidermy display of a WWII Second World War MI9 issued special message carrying Homing / Carrier Pigeon. The pigeon well mounted on a naturalistic base, with wings raised as if taking off. An original pigeon foot-strap can be found to its foot, along with a message capsule. Fantastic display piece. Measures approx; 19cm tall.  During World War II, the United Kingdom used about 250,000 homing pigeons for many purposes, including communicating with those behind enemy lines such as Belgium spy Jozef Raskin. The UK maintained the Air Ministry Pigeon Section during World War II and for a while thereafter. A Pigeon Policy Committee made decisions about the uses of pigeons in military contexts. The head of the section, Lea Rayner, reported in 1945 that pigeons could be trained to deliver small explosives or bioweapons to precise targets. The ideas were not taken up by the committee, and in 1948 the UK military stated that pigeons were of no further use. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original WWII Second World War MI9 issued  ' special message key '. The key taking the form of a large antique example (13cm long), and contains a 'special' removable bolt to the end of the key which gives access to a hollow chamber. As used by allied agents working in France to leave secret messages. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 related likely RAF issue ' escape and evade ' wrist compass. The compass being a Japanese made ' Doxa ' compass, with original leather strap present. A locking pin releases the compass needle. Compasses of this nature were usually issued to allied airmen who would require them should they need to bail out of their aircraft over enemy territory. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original WWII Second World War MI9 issued champagne cork with hidden compass. The cork of standard form with a cut special compartment which houses a miniature brass escape compass. As issued by the SOE during WWII for foreign agents in occupied territories / POW camps. Rare.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredible original WWII Second World War MI9 issued 1945 dated British bakelite shaving brush, fitted with a hidden ' escape & evade ' compass. The brush being a ' Leng Sterilised ' brush. The end can be pulled out to reveal a miniature secreted compass. Rare item. Measures approx; 8cm long.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare ex-museum taxidermy display of a WWII Second World War MI9 special message carrying Homing / Carrier Pigeon. The pigeon well mounted on a naturalistic wooden base. A foot-strap can be found to its foot, along with a secret message capsule. Fantastic display piece. Measures approx; 37cm tall. During World War II, the United Kingdom used about 250,000 homing pigeons for many purposes, including communicating with those behind enemy lines such as Belgium spy Jozef Raskin. The UK maintained the Air Ministry Pigeon Section during World War II and for a while thereafter. A Pigeon Policy Committee made decisions about the uses of pigeons in military contexts. The head of the section, Lea Rayner, reported in 1945 that pigeons could be trained to deliver small explosives or bioweapons to precise targets. The ideas were not taken up by the committee, and in 1948 the UK military stated that pigeons were of no further use. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A pair of incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Escape Dominos ' - secret maps hidden within each domino. Both tops being faux ivory, and each removes to reveal a small section of a map showing Germany and Spain. Rare and fascinating pieces of military history. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued shirt collar and stud with hidden compass to top. The collar with makers stamp for Faulat Factory, Belfast and broad arrow. The stud being a miniature compass of simple form. Both appear in generally good but used condition. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare WWII Second World War MI9 issued razor, with compass razor blade. The blade made by Fleet, with broad arrow for military issue, and still present within its original tin. The blade being magnetised, and when placed in water will always point North. Supplied within its original tin box. Rare. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued secret dagger ' hatpin '. The dagger of steel form, with a rope / string wound end, and a four-sided blade to other end. Worn as a bodkin or hatpin, but able to be used effectively as a dagger. As worn by French / British agents working in occupied France during the war. Measures approx; 25cm long. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued special escape dice with hidden compartment. The dice appearing to have been unopened - the compartment still sealed shut. It is entirely possible a miniature compass is still secreted within, although we are unable to verify this. The dice measuring just 1cm on all sides. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued Merlin ' Spy ' sub-mini miniature camera. As made in 1936 by United Optical Instruments Co. in Essex, and issued to all SOE agents as part of their kit. The miniature camera appears to be in working order (but is naturally untested). A rare piece of spying / special agent related kit. Supplied with an associated leather case.  The Merlin is a cast metal subminiature camera using special 20mm roll film. A roll of film yields seven 18x18mm frames. It was made by United Optical Instruments of Southend-on-Sea, England - possibly in the late 1930s. It has a single-speed shutter and a fixed-focus f/16 lens. The body had a flip-up frame viewfinder, and was finished in a crackle-effect paint, available in red, blue, green and black. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredible original WWII Second World War MI9 issued special compass uniform button. Rarer balance type. The button could be unsewn and the two sections unite to form a balance compass. As issued to allied airmen should they be shot down and find themselves in enemy territory. The compass noted by means of three painted dots. A rare piece of kit. Supplied along with two other WWII miniature escape compasses (x3 items total).  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original WWII Second World War MI9 / SOE Special Operations Executive related barbed wire ' garotte '. The garotte of usual simple form, with steel end plates and a 'sprung' barbed wire centre. Rare and gruesome piece of kit. Total length approx; 68cm. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Dagger ' Fountain Pen. The pen exterior being a standard period fountain pen in mottled pink and black bakelite. The lid unscrews to reveal a deadly four-sided short dagger. As issued by the SOE during the war to allied troops behind enemy lines, or prisoners of war. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An interesting WWII Second World War related POW Prisoner Of War or SOE / MI9 type special book. The German book with hidden compartment to inner pages. Retains the original contents found within the book which includes some French currency and a small special message capsule. Ex-museum display object. Rare.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original Houghtons Ltd of London made ' Ticka Watch Camera ' spy camera - as used during both the First World War and Second World War. The camera in the form of a pocket watch, with a detachable eyepiece fitment. Designed to be small, easily carried and mistaken as a timepiece, the camera was popular with military officers and those working undercover or in secret. They were introduced in around 1905 and production continued up until 1939. This camera is supplied within an original tin case, and with reprinted instructions. A rare camera.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original WWII Second World War US Army American OSS (Office Of Strategic Services) issued ' hidden compass ' razor set. The set being a standard US Army issue ' Khaki Set ' razor blade set. The handle with small compartment containing a ' spinner ' compass (for use in water). Appears complete. Rare piece of secret equipment.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Dagger ' Fountain Pen. The pen exterior being a standard period fountain pen with makers marks for Stephens. The lid unscrews to reveal a deadly four-sided short dagger. As issued by the SOE during the war to allied troops behind enemy lines, or prisoners of war. Rare item. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued special dagger ' hatpin '. The dagger of steel form, with a rope / string wound end. Worn as a bodkin or hatpin, but able to be used effectively as a dagger. As worn by French / British agents working in occupied France during the war. Measures approx; 22cm long. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original 1940's WWII Second World War MI9 related Fountain Pen with hidden compass. The pen appearing to be an unused example of a ' Majestic ' fountain pen, contains a miniature hidden compass within the screw-cap section of the lid. With its original box present. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A scarce WWII Second World War RAF Royal Air Force MI9 / SOE issued miniature brass ' escape ' telescope - as issued to airmen likely to find themselves in occupied territory. The miniature brass telescope being a two draw variation. Comes as-issued within an ' England's Glory ' matchbox. Rare item.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued secret message ' Bolt '. Unmarked bolt, with a ' secret ' removable unscrewable head which reveals a small inner compartment. Bigger than other known examples, possibly for explosives or film use. Used by the British and French agents in occupied France to hide messages. Measures approx; 9cm when fully screwed in. A rare piece of military history. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare WWII Second World War MI9 / SOE issued unused reel of trip wire. The small reel of green wire (for camouflage purposes) retains the original label which reads ' Trip Wire - Important - Run Wire Through Finger And Thumb To Remove Kinks Before Use '. Rare.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Dagger ' Fountain Pen. The pen exterior being a standard period fountain pen ' British Made'. The lid unscrews to reveal a deadly three-sided short dagger. As issued by the SOE during the war to allied troops behind enemy lines, or prisoners of war. Rare item. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An original WWII Second World War RAF Royal Air Force miniature cigarette lighter, with hidden compass to base. The lighter being a standard-issue aluminium miniature canister lighter, containing a tiny brass ' escape ' compass to base. Total height approx; 5cm. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A believed WWII Second World War French Resistance used ' secret ' coin. The ' coin ' actually being a small container, in the form of a Napoleon III Five Francs coin. Hinged, and opens to reveal a small compartment for messages. Measures approx; 3.5cm diameter.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare WWII Second World War period silk ' escape ' map of Borneo, Sumatra and Java. Double sided, the map printed on silk. Appears to be undated, but presumed c1944 (many areas marked '44'). Measures approx; 63x97cm.  During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' map of ' Salzburg to Mojstrana '. Single sided, the map printed on silk. Undated. Marked as ' Most Secret ' to top corner, with a red line denoting the best route possible to follow, and frontiers marked in green. Measures approx; 56x52cm. During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredibly rare WWII Second World War era believed Free France / French Resistance ' Collaborators' Death Coffin ' warning object. The crudely carved coffin featuring a sliding lid which opens to reveal a carved skeleton with articulated hips. To the top of the coffin is affixed a crude brass ' Cross of Lorraine '. Measures approx; 13cm long. These ' Warning Coffins ' or ' Death Coffins ' were believed to have been sent to those who collaborated with the Germans as a means of showing the resistance was watching them. Other examples exist in the hands of private collectors, museums, and the Imperial War museum. 

An original WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' map of Crete and Italy. Double sided, the map printed on silk. Dated to 1940 / 1941. Scale 1:1,750,000. Folded. Measures approx; 61x52cm.  During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A collection of x4 WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' maps, all double sided, to include; Marseille and Tunis (x2), Cairo, and Tunis and Rome. All marked ' Restricted ' to corner. Largest approx; 89x61cm.  During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued secret dagger pencil. Being a standard ' Coloray ' pencil, with a large metal spike dagger secreted inside. A rare example. Measures approx; 18cm long. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family.

A WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' map of ' Scandinavia And The Baltic '. Double sided, the map printed on silk. Dates indicate this likely c1940 / 1941. Printing error to one side (section missing). Measures approx; 56x47cm.  During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An incredible WWII Second World War MI9 issued clothes brush, with hidden saw blade secreted within the handle. The brush being a standard clothes brush, the top removable via two pins and reveals a small hacksaw blade, in a specially dug-out compartment. Rare and interesting item. Measures approx; 19cm long in total.  From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' map of ' Siam, Malaya and Sumatra '. Double sided, the map printed on silk. Undated, but likely c1944. Measures approx; 96x61cm. During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

An unusual WWII Second World War related ex-museum display Parachute Supply Pigeon. The display comprising of a dummy pigeon, strapped within what appears to be an original 1944 dated War Department issued pigeon carrier, and affixed to a miniature parachute. Ex-display. A rare and interesting item.  During the war pigeons were dropped in small containers attached to a parachutes into occupied Europe. Locals who found the birds sent messages back advising of the status of the Germans in their locality.  Many of the pigeons flew over four hundred miles to deliver their secrets. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' map of ' French Indo China and Siam '. Double sided, the map printed on silk. Undated, but likely c1944. Measures approx; 58x92cm. During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A WWII Second World War related silk ' escape ' map of ' Burma, Siam, French Indo China, and China '. Double sided, the map printed on silk. Undated but believed to be circa 1943 / 44. Measures approx; 63x98cm. During World War II, the United States and Great Britain produced in excess of 3.5 million silk maps and cloth maps for Allied military personnel to use as escape maps.  In 1940, the British military intelligence unit, known as MI 9, started issuing silk maps for use by British aircrews shot down over enemy occupied territory in Europe.  The silk maps were intended to assist airman in evading capture.  MI 9 also smuggled silk and tissue paper escape maps into POW camps in Germany along with other escape aids to encourage POWs to attempt escape. From the collection of the late Arthur Muggeridge - Arthur T. Muggeridge, born 18th December 1919 - it’s thought he spent most of WW2 in the Royal Artillery and was at Dunkirk in 1940 during the evacuations and was minorly injured by Luftwaffe bombing whilst on one of the navy ships. He later took part in a special raid called Operation Claymore 4th March 1941 in Norway where he was injured once again in the leg by shrapnel. Later again, he was injured a third time when a field artillery gun misfired causing deafness which is believed to have resulted in him being discharged from the military. In his later life he collected mainly military items and particularly spy / clandestine objects. Whilst visiting Devon in the 1960's he became acquainted with Charles Frazer Smith who had worked for MI6 & MI9 in the war, and designed spy items for the SOE and others. Arthur died aged 91 after a short illness on 27th Feb 2010. His amassed collection is now being offered for sale by his family. 

A collection of original WWII Second World War uniform items belonging to a James 'Jimmy' A. W. Dent. Tank commander - who was most famously in the first British tank to enter Brussels at the end of the war. The collection comprising; x2 dress jackets and their accompanying trousers / shorts, a named undershirt (named to JAW Dent), and a captured German leather pistol holster with empty magazine inside. Interesting collection.  The full story of Dent can be read here: www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/liverpool-driver-tank-liberated-brussels-7712095

A unique piece of WWII history - an original Japanese flag taken during their surrender in August 1945. The Second World War flag of usual form - white ground, with central red dot. Retains the leather supports to the leading edge. Cotton construction. To the corner is written ' Flag obtained 30th August 1945 - In Hong Kong - When the Japanese surrendered to British Forces - God Save The King ' with a 'victory' hand symbol drawn. A rare and unique piece of history. Flag measures approx; 72x95cm. Provenance; originally purchased by the vendor from a member of the Royal Navy Marine party who was aboard HMS Swiftsure during the period, and who owned and inscribed this flag.