Thomas Mayer-Maguire Author

Thomas Mayer-Maguire has been extensively involved in First and Second World War 'Living Hisotry' for a number of years, having presented many educational displays across the country. Tom is a professional engineer who has been an avid militaria collector for many years. He helps to run the Tommy Atkins Historical Society, a Living History group based in the Midlands. Tom has always had a keen interest in anti-gas equipment and military respirators. This collector's guide is the culmination of many years of collection experience and historical research. Brian Baker has been extensively involved in First and Second World War 'Living History' for a number of years, having presented many educational displays across the country. Brian is also a militaria enthusiast who has a particular interest in the Home Front and Civil Defence. He is the founder of 'Doing our bit', a historical group regularly doing talks for local schools around Leicestershire.