ABOUT

Welcome to the European Center of Military History and the year 2025!

As we step into this new year, we are proud to bring you something truly extraordinary: direct access to the foundation of history itself. This year, I am making my first-level archives available to everyone – these are the original documents written by the people who lived, fought, and experienced the Second World War. These firsthand accounts are the very sources that have informed countless books, articles, and research by historians over the years. By exploring these archives, you’ll be delving into the raw, unfiltered voices of history, uncovering the very materials that have shaped our understanding of WW2.

Why This Matters

In 2025, we believe in empowering everyone to connect directly with the past. These archives aren’t just records, they’re windows into the thoughts, fears, and hopes of those who lived through one of humanity’s most pivotal moments.

My Commitment

Authenticity: Every document I retype, I publish and I share is authentic, verified, and sourced directly from the original archives. Accessibility: My platform ensures these critical pieces of history are easily searchable and accessible to all. Context: Where possible, I provide additional insights to help readers fully understand the significance of each document. I will also start to share more information inside the original archives to help the reader understand what the men used in their combat zones; equipment, ordnance, weapons etc.

The EUCMH 2025 New Rules

Respect Starts with a Name. When registering for your free account on EUCMH, I kindly ask for your first and last name. Anonymous registration lacks the respect and courtesy I value in my community. By sharing your name, you’re contributing to a space built on trust and mutual regard, where every member is acknowledged as unique. It also reduces my hard work to eliminate the accounts generated by nameless every single month.

Authenticity Matters We’re sharing authentic, unaltered historical archives. Please engage with this material thoughtfully and honor the gravity of the stories they represent.

Constructive Contributions Only I do really welcome discussions and feedback, but let’s keep it constructive, respectful, and focused on fostering a better understanding of history.

No Tolerance for Plagiarism Any attempt to misrepresent or misuse the archives’ content will result in immediate action, including potential removal from the community.

Privacy and Security First By registering, you agree to respect the privacy of other users and the sensitive nature of the content shared on this platform.

Together, We Build a Meaningful Space These rules aren’t just guidelines. They reflect the respect we owe to history and to each other. Thank you for helping make EUCMH a platform that values authenticity, integrity, and collaboration.

Supporting a Non-Profit Mission

EUCMH is a non-profit organization, and my work relies entirely on the generosity of the community. I am supported through: Google AdSense: Enabling me to keep the platform accessible to all; Coffee for the Webmaster: is another way to directly support the dedication behind the scenes, and finally , a Secured Donation Platform: For those who wish to contribute to preserving and sharing historical archives. By supporting EUCMH, you help sustain a platform that brings history to life and makes it available to everyone.

For those interested in sharing archives or wartime memorabilia to be photographed and presented to the public, we welcome a wide variety of materials. You can send us items such as photographs, reports, deactivated ordnance, and more. However, please note that active weapons are strictly prohibited. Active weapons will be confiscated, ‘destroyed’ or transferred to private collection and in some cases, sold, as per local regulations. We aim to preserve history responsibly and in accordance with the law. I am based in Europe (the continent) and deeply appreciate your contributions to this vital work of preserving history. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who shares items or supports me in any way. Please don’t forget to support EUCMH through your generous contributions, donations, or by spreading the word about our mission. Together, we can ensure that these invaluable pieces of history are safeguarded for future generations.

Gunter ‘Doc Snafu’ Gillot

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