We designed and created the last magazine, with many positive comments and for the first time, it was perfect bound and not saddle stitched something that added a certain amount of gravitas to the publication.
The most exciting thing in producing this was the sheer amount of pr content available surrounding the show, some of you will know that Rex is an avid collector on all things military, and this thirst for new and existing exhibits displays perfectly in the summer show.
Here you will not only find possibly every type of military vehicle ever produced from the thousands of exhibitors, but you will also find a very large and growing community of re-enactors that own and display vehicles. This is a fantastic treat for anyone with not only a military interest but also historical interest, as you can see just how the vehicles would have been used all those years ago.
Some of my favourite groups include the Second Battle Group, who won the 'Best Largest Living History Display Award' quite simply for their fine array of original German armour of the war years, you really will not see anywhere else in the country, the mix of vehicles that this group commands.
However groups do not have to be large in size to attract attention and a perfect example are the very dedicated 'Spirit Of Britain' organised by Simon Delaney, the attention to detail is just breathtaking, this is displayed in the group’s overall attitude to re-enactment, portraying various elements from the BEF (British Expeditionary Force, through to RAF ground crew, the group offers an alternative to re-enactment fans looking for a truly accurate portrayal.Before I left the meeting with Rex, it was very clear from our meeting that the 2011 show, was again set to be a bigger and host even more exciting items that perhaps even I'm not allowed to share with you...well not just yet anyway!
Words : Stuart Humphrey
Copyright : Edon Publishing Ltd
