MOMENTAN AUSVERKAUFT
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-100764321609
ISBN-139780764321603
eBay Product ID (ePID)44181961
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicEurope / General, Military, Antiques & Collectibles, History
AuthorJames B. Klokner
IllustratorYes
Dimensions
Item Length11 In.
Item Height0.9 In.
Item Weight48.1 Oz
Item Width8.5 In.
Additional Product Features
LCCN2004-117449
Book TitleIndividual Gear and Personal Items of the GI in Europe : 1942-1945
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal940.54/88
Intended AudienceTrade
SynopsisDetailed reference of personal items issued to the soldiers in Europe. Individual gear, toiletries, tobacco and personal effects from North Africa to the Rhine are covered in intimate detail., Finally, a wonderfully detailed reference history of personal items issued to the soldiers in Europe. Individual gear, toiletries, tobacco and personal effects from North Africa to the Rhine are covered in intimate detail. Over 400 beautiful color images and numerous compelling period photographs, many never-before published, offer a thoughtful analysis of a soldier's most valued possessions. This book illustrates from a unique perspective a sentimental side of the soldier in the foxhole as it documents and categorizes the many personal items he carried into battle. Historians, collectors, and veterans alike will undoubtedly relish the information meticulously researched and appreciate the nostalgic period advertisements and anecdotes included in this extraordinary compilation. This book is by far the best and most complete study available of personal items of the American soldier during World War II and truly an indispensable resource., Detailed reference of personal items issued to the soldiers in Europe. Individual gear, toiletries, tobacco and personal effects from North Africa to the Rhine are covered in intimate detail. Over 400 beautiful color images and numerous compelling period photographs, many never-before published, offer a thoughtful analysis of a soldier's most valued possessions. This book illustrates from a unique perspective a sentimental side of the soldier in the foxhole as it documents and categorizes the many personal items he carried into battle. Historians, collectors, and veterans alike will undoubtedly relish the information meticulously researched and appreciate the nostalgic period advertisements and anecdotes included in this extraordinary compilation. This book is by far the best and most complete study available of personal items of the American soldier during World War II and truly an indispensable resource.
Publication Year2005
FormatHardcover
Dewey Edition22
LC Classification NumberD743.27.K55 2005
Number of Pages200 pages
