ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Militaria

Militaria are things like weapons, uniforms, equipment, and other items that people who are in the military use. They can also be things that are related to military history, like medals or old documents.

Think of it like a toy box for soldiers. Just like you have toys that you play with, soldiers have their own special toys that they use when they are doing their job. Some toys might be big guns or helmets to keep them safe. Others might be fancy medals they earn for doing a really good job.

People who like to collect militaria are often interested in history and want to learn more about how soldiers did their job in the past. They might collect things like old uniforms or weapons and display them in their homes, like how you might put your favorite toys on a shelf to show off to your friends.

But it's important to remember that while toys are fun to play with, soldiers use their militaria to protect our country and keep us safe. So, it's important to respect and honor their service and sacrifice.