101st Airborne, Easy Company, WWII

Greetings all.

I am fostering an interest in WW2 memorabilia, particularly items related to 101st Airborne, Easy Company.

I don't know where to look for such items other than eBay.

1) Are there other/better places to look?

2) I would obviously want to make sure that the items are legit.

3) I have no idea what kind of premium these things would carry. I'm not looking for clothing, firearms, or photos. What are the least expensive items? Buttons/patches?

 

Welcome. While I can't asssit with your interest, there are a number of people here with a military interest and I am sure they will be able to point you around!

 

Thanks for the fast and friendly response ;-)

I look forward to being a member here.

 

Welcome!
I'm more Navy than anything but all military is always of interest.
Gila's Uncle served in the 101st - 508th in WWII especially at the Battle of the Bulge.

 

Why did you choose this particular group?

 

Who?

 

OP (original poster)

 

It was specifically recommended to me from CoinTalk.

 

The division is comprised of brigades which are made up of battalions which contain companies. E would be a company level name. There may have been dozens of different company Es.

 

Easy Company, 2nd Battalion of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division... the "Screaming Eagles"... "Band of Brothers", etc.

 

Attend gatherings of other militaria collectors and get to know at least a few knowledgeable ones. Gun shows, reenactment groups, military vehicle shows, etc will all have some knowledgeable folks. Don't limit yourself to what shows up for sale online which may or may not be authentic; German WWII items are among the most-often-faked.