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A New Decal and Decoration for the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Paris!
On August 19th 1944, the French Resistance began the Battle of Paris against the Germans and Vichy forces under its command. On August 24th, the Allies arrived as well, causing Paris to be liberated within hours. Hitler ordered that if the city could not be held, it should be destroyed, but the commandant of Paris, Dietrich von Choltitz, refused to carry out the order.
  • 16 August 2024
US Airborne Day: Get Yourself a New Decal & the UH-1C XM-30!
On August 16th 1940, the first airborne landing of American troops took place. Since 1943, the US Airborne Forces actively participated in combat operations during World War II — first during the invasion of Italy, and then in Normandy and the Ardennes. They played a vital role during D-Day, assisting with the Allies having a safer landing on the beaches.
  • 16 August 2024
Polish Armed Forces Day: Lanovski’s P-47M-1-RE and a New Decal!
On August 15th, Poland celebrates Polish Armed Forces Day, a national holiday dedicated to all branches of the country’s armed forces. A large military parade takes place on Warsaw’s main square, and concerts and public festivities are held throughout the country.
50th Anniversary of the Tornado’s First Flight: A Special Decal and a Discount!
On the 14th August 1974, the Panavia Tornado took to the skies for the first time. This multinational, multirole aircraft marks 50 years since its first flight in 2024 and still flies today with the Luftwaffe, Aeronautica Militare and Royal Saudi Air Force. The Royal Air Force, previously being one of the 3 original operators, retired their last Tornados in 2019. 
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The Travel Suitcase!
Pack your bags, it’s time for a well-deserved vacation. Whether you’re heading to the deserts of Sinai or the jungles of Vietnam, the fields of Poland or the Golden Bay area, your suitcase will definitely come in handy!
The Type 69-IIa and a Decal to Commemorate PLA Day!
Army Day is celebrated in China every year on August 1st. This date is both the day the PLA was created and the iconic symbol of the Chinese military — the flag and the coat of arms bear the “August 1st” symbol. The People’s Liberation Army has made many modernizations of its weapons and equipment, and now stands as one of the most powerful armed forces in the world.
Bastille Day: A Festive Decal, Discounts and Vehicles for Golden Eagles!
On July 14th, 1789, the first flame of the Great French Revolution was lit: the Parisians captured Bastille fortress. The day is celebrated as a national holiday with festivals, balls and military parades, including the largest parade on the Champs-Élysées, hosted by the French President.
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  • 12 July 2024
Moments of Valor: Argentina
In honor of Argentina’s Independence Day, we are publishing a new cinematic video from the “Moments of Valor” series, dedicated to veterans of the Falklands War.
Happy July 4th: A Tank, Fighter, and a Decal for US Independence Day!
Happy July 4th! The whole world knows when the USA celebrates Independence Day, it’s today, July 4th, a holiday! We’re joining the celebrations with a unique decal and some rarer Golden Eagle vehicles for purchase.
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Celebrating the Anniversary of the French Air Force with a Decal!
The French Air Force became an independent part of the country’s armed forces on July 2nd 1934, exactly 90 years ago! The French Air Force fought in World War II, and subsequently participated in conflicts in Algeria, Egypt, Mauritania, Chad, Iraq, Yugoslavia, Afghanistan and Mali. The French Air Force now has more than 500 aircraft in service, and two squadrons from the Deterrence Force are armed with nuclear missiles.
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  • 3 July 2024
A Plane, Ship and Decal for the Anniversary of the Japanese Self-Defense Forces!
In 1952, American instructors trained the first soldiers of the Japanese National Security Forces. Two years later on July 1st 1954, the Japanese Self-Defense Forces were formed. In January 1955, the United States transferred its first 85 aircraft to the Japanese Air Self-Defense Forces. In total they have 712 aircraft in service, of which 321 are fighters.
Celebrating Swedish Air Force Day with Aircraft and a Unique Decal!
Since its founding on July 1st 1926, the Swedish Air Force has been involved in very few conflicts. One squadron of volunteers came to the aid of Finland in the Soviet-Finnish war, but in WWII Sweden remained neutral. Officially, the Swedish Air Force took part in battles only during the Congolese crisis in 1961-1964, and in 2011 they patrolled the skies over Libya.
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  • 1 July 2024
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Celebrating British Armed Forces Day with a Decal!
In the UK, Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the last Saturday of June. This celebratory day was approved in 2006 as Veterans Day, and then renamed to also honor currently serving soldiers and officers. More than 185,000 people serve in the British Armed Forces, of which 111,000 are in the army, 36,000 in the air force and 38,000 in the navy.
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  • 28 June 2024
German Navy Day: Two Ships and a Decal!
On June 14th 1848, the newly formed German Empire founded a navy to confront Denmark, which had established a blockade on German ports. They took part in only one battle at Heligoland in 1849, but were unable to lift the blockade. In 1849, the empire ceased to exist, and in 1852 so did the navy. This memorable date remained and is celebrated as German Navy Day to this day.
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  • 14 June 2024
The MiG-21 SPS-K Returns for the Anniversary of the MiG-21’s First Flight!
On June 16th 1955, the first flight of the MiG-21 supersonic jet fighter, developed by the Mikoyan and Gurevich Design Bureau, took place. This is the most mass-produced supersonic aircraft in history: including Chinese variants, the number of MiG-21 units produced reaches 14,000
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  • 14 June 2024
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Italian Navy Day: A Decal and RN Geniere for Golden Eagles!
Members of the Italian Navy celebrate Italian Navy Day on June 10th. The Italian Navy was founded in 1861, shortly after the unification of the country. Today it has more than 30,000 staff, 184 ships and 70 aircraft. They patrol the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian seas, as well as the Strait of Otranto.
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  • 10 June 2024
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Turkish Air Force Day: Get Yourself a Decal!
On June 1st, 1911, the first aircraft squadrons appeared in the Ottoman Empire with the support of Germany and France. In the early years of modern Turkey, its leadership paid special attention to the Air Force and by 1940, the Turkish Air Force became the largest in the Middle East and the Balkans, with more than 500 aircraft. Today, about 50,000 people and about 300 aircraft are in service with the Turkish Air Force.
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Canadian Armed Forces Day: Get Yourself a Decal!
It’s customary to honor the Canadian Armed Forces on the first Sunday in June. Canada actively participated in World War II: the defense of Hong Kong in 1941, the raid on Dieppe in 1942, the liberation of Italy in 1943, Operation Overlord in 1944 and guarding convoys in the Atlantic Ocean. There are currently 68,000 people in the Canadian Armed Forces, 3,000 of which are stationed outside the country.