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Kompanie, PALA
130 is a group of WW2 German re-enactors located in central Florida.
Historically, PALA 130 was a Reconnaissance Battalion for the Panzer Lehr
Division, and 5. Ko. was its heavy weapons company. Working in conjunction with other Living History groups throughout
the state,
we endeavor to keep alive and honor the memory of the men and women who
shaped history and earned the right to be called "The Greatest Generation".
We do not agree with the ideology of the Third Reich, and in no way glorify
the true horrors of War. We are students of history and endeavor to honor
all Veterans. Alive or dead, regardless of nationality, all were
willing to lay down their lives for the country and people they loved. |
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5. Kompanie,
PALA 130 operates a mobile museum that offers a window into the
past. At air shows and other public venues, we give people an
opportunity to handle authentic World War 2 equipment and weapons.
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| We have a large collection of historical artifacts, many of which were brought back to to the United States as war trophies by American GIs. Among these are silverware, china and personal items that once belonged to Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun. We also have a typewriter used by Traudl Junge, Hitler's personal secretary. |
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WWII re-enactments and venues occur throughout the year, but the majority are held between November and May. PALA 130 also sponsors an event in Kentucky in
July. Different units throughout Florida specialize in depicting different military and paramilitary
organizations. British, American, German, Russian and French units are all available for you to explore, and units are always anxious to recruit new members. Most units can help new members by loaning them uniforms, weapons and equipment until they can afford their own.
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For a complete list
of Florida units, click "Units" on the navigation bar.
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If you would like to become involved with 5. Ko, PALA 130, or help with the museum, please contact Frank Abbott or David Lerch. |
