Deniss Ignatjev, Author at not-TOYS

04 Dec

Kalinin K-1 Soviet Passenger Aircraft

December 4, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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The Kalinin K-1, also recognized as RVZ-6, served as a pioneering Soviet passenger plane designed to accommodate three passengers. Init...

04 Dec

Between World Wars, History

Kalinin K-7 Soviet Heavy Experimental Aircraft

December 4, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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The Kalinin K-7 was a prototype Soviet aircraft designed and built in the 1930s. It was one of the largest aircraft of its time and was...

04 Dec

Models Gallery, Scale Models

KV-1 Prod. 1942 WW2 Soviet Tank Scale Model

December 4, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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Soviet Heavy Tank KV-1, manufactured in 1942. Spring 1943, a vehicle from an unidentified Red Army unit. Scale model in 1:35 scale.The ...

01 Dec

History, World War II

MG-34 Machine Gun Team in the Battle of Mariupol

December 1, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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The MG 34, or Maschinengewehr 34, stands tall as a symbol of German engineering brilliance during World War II. This versatile machine ...

30 Nov

Models Gallery, Scale Models

In Ambush! US Airborne in Normandy Vignette

November 30, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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A small but dramatic vignette depicting an American Airborne in ambush. Place: Normandy, France, 1944. The work was commissioned for...

30 Nov

History, World War II

HMS CORAL being broken up in Dry Dock in Malta Dockyard

November 30, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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Malta played a crucial role in World War II, particularly in the Mediterranean theater, where it became a strategically significant and...

30 Nov

History, World War II

HMS Shark passing HMS Hood in Malta Harbor

November 30, 2023
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HMS Shark was a British Royal Navy submarine that served during World War II. Here's a brief overview: Construction and Commission...

30 Nov

History, World War II

HMS Royal Oak leaving the harbor at Malta

November 30, 2023
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HMS Royal Oak was a Royal Navy battleship that served during World War I. Here's a brief overview: Construction and Commissioning:...

30 Nov

Cold War, History

Soviet T-64 tank stuck in the mud

November 30, 2023
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The T-64 is a Soviet-designed main battle tank that was introduced in the 1960s. Here's a brief overview: Development and Design: ...

30 Nov

History, World War II

Blohm & Voss BV 141 WW2 German tactical reconnaissance aircraft

November 30, 2023
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The Blohm & Voss BV 141 was a unique German reconnaissance aircraft developed during World War II. Here's a brief overview: Un...

30 Nov

Models Gallery, Scale Models

A6M2 Type 11 Zero Fighter Diorama

November 30, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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Another stunning diorama in our photo gallery: a damaged Japanese A6M2 Type 11 Zero fighter in 1/48 scale. Enjoy the viewing!The A6M2 Z...

30 Nov

Models Gallery, Scale Models

Kriegsmarine Battleship Bismarck Diorama

November 30, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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Today's update in the model gallery is dedicated to the German battleship Bismarck. This stunning maritime diorama is crafted in 1:700 ...

28 Nov

History, World War II

Winston Churchill gets a Christmas day visit from Generals Eisenhower and Alexander

November 28, 2023
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Sir Winston Churchill (1874–1965) was a British statesman, military leader, and orator who played a crucial role in the United Kingdom'...

28 Nov

History, World War II

Winston Churchill, with leather ear guards, watching gunnery practice on HMS Renown

November 28, 2023
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Sir Winston Churchill (1874–1965) was a British statesman, military leader, and orator who played a crucial role in the United Kingdom'...

28 Nov

History, World War II

Churchill speaking to the crew of HMS Exeter

November 28, 2023
By Deniss Ignatjev
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Sir Winston Churchill (1874–1965) was a British statesman, military leader, and orator who played a crucial role in the United Kingdom'...

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