The Howitzer 1930 West Point Yearbook USMA Illustrated Color Map & Ephemera
Publisher: United States Military Academy. Dust jacket: None, as issued. Cover: Green leatherette with embossed gilt eagle and shield emblem, some wear to edges, fraying at head and foot of spine. Text block: Bottom edge of text block has been water stained. Otherwise Clean and well-preserved, with no marks or tears. Binding: Tight and intact. Ephemera: Includes a class address list and 20th-year reunion information (pictured). This is an original 1930 edition of The Howitzer, the annual yearbook of the United States Military Academy at West Point. Richly illustrated with full-page engraved portraits, historical photographs, and satirical sketches, this volume provides a detailed glimpse into the life and traditions of West Point cadets during this era. The book features a color map of West Point, depicting the campus in detail with decorative elements reflecting the academy’s rich history. Additionally, a full-color plate showcases cadet life with a striking period illustration. Included with this volume is an original class address list and 20th-year reunion materials, adding historical significance and provenance to this particular copy. The advertisements section at the rear includes period sponsors such as Brooks Brothers, Tiffany & Co. And the Wright Aeronautical Corporation, further immersing the reader in the 1930s atmosphere. An exceptional piece of military and academic history, this yearbook is a must-have for collectors of West Point memorabilia, military history, or early 20th-century publications.