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Old 28-06-21, 06:49 PM
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Default an interesting Maori War CDV...

Just acquired, a relatively early CDV with interesting subject matter. Something tells me the person on the right is female...
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Old 28-06-21, 07:59 PM
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Hi Mark,

Lovely find. I think you're right, I would say his wife wearing his uniform. Look how long her sleeves are.

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Old 28-06-21, 10:13 PM
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Hi Mark,

Lovely find. I think you're right, I would say his wife wearing his uniform. Look how long her sleeves are.

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I am glad that you mentioned that, as my first thought was the soldier in uniform was of the feminine persuasion.
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Hmmm. Either they are ahead of their time or a might kinky....

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Old 29-06-21, 11:38 AM
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... it’s definitely a cool image, and it being relatively early as CDVs go is gravy
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Something tells me the person on the right is female...
An early version of 'Bob' from Blackadder Goes Forth !
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An early version of 'Bob' from Blackadder Goes Forth !
she's awesome...
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