Major General Ignacio Comonfort. Gilt bronze with enamel. Measures 12 x 6 cm. Base plate with eight diamond-cut points. Above it is a Maltese Cross with red enamel, finished in scrolls, and gold-trimmed. In the center, a button with an olive leaf wreath on its exterior, the epigraph enameled in dark blue with gold lettering bearing the inscription: Division General Ignacio Comonfort. In the center, tricolor enamel, a Mexican eagle with wings down, turning to the left, and a serpent. The plain back has an enameled button in the center, the epigraph in white with gold lettering; “CORP OF DEFENDERS OF THE REPUBLIC, ” and in blue enamel in gold letters the inscription: “DISTINGUISHED SERVICES SINCE 1836, ” with a tricolor center and a Mexican eagle facing left with a serpent. The upper point of the base plate is elongated and bent to serve as a rein for a wreath of olive and laurel leaves in red and green enamel on both sides. The wreath has a tubular rein.
Major General Ignacio Comonfort. Gilt bronze with enamel. Base plate with eight diamond-cut points. Above it is a Maltese Cross with red enamel, finished in scrolls, and gold-trimmed. In the center, a button with an olive leaf wreath on its exterior, the epigraph enameled in dark blue with gold lettering bearing the inscription: Division General Ignacio Comonfort. In the center, tricolor enamel, a Mexican eagle with wings down, turning to the left, and a serpent. The plain back has an enameled button in the center, the epigraph in white with gold lettering; “CORP OF DEFENDERS OF THE REPUBLIC, ” and in blue enamel in gold letters the inscription: “DISTINGUISHED SERVICES SINCE 1836, ” with a tricolor center and a Mexican eagle facing left with a serpent.
Major General Ignacio Comonfort. Gilt bronze with enamel. Base plate with eight diamond-cut points. Above it is a Maltese Cross with red enamel, finished in scrolls, and gold-trimmed. In the center, a button with an olive leaf wreath on its exterior, the epigraph enameled in dark blue with gold lettering bearing the inscription: Division General Ignacio Comonfort. In the center, tricolor enamel, a Mexican eagle with wings down, turning to the left, and a serpent. The plain back has an enameled button in the center, the epigraph in white with gold lettering; “CORP OF DEFENDERS OF THE REPUBLIC, ” and in blue enamel in gold letters the inscription: “DISTINGUISHED SERVICES SINCE 1836, ” with a tricolor center and a Mexican eagle facing left with a serpent.
Major General Ignacio Comonfort. Gilt bronze with enamel. Base plate with eight diamond-cut points. Above it is a Maltese Cross with white and red enamel, finished in scrolls, and gold-trimmed.
This is a rare and valuable collectible for history enthusiasts. The USS New Mexico (BB-40) 1938 20th Anniversary Cruise Book “The Binnacle” is an original period item that provides a glimpse into the past. It is a must-have for anyone interested in militaria and the history of Mexico. The book is in its original form and has not been reproduced. It is a unique piece of history that will make a great addition to any collection.
New Mexico Military Institute. Published by: the Corps of Cadets NMMI. 9.25″ X 12.25″ illustrated hardcover. We of the 1936 Bronco staff have endeavored to pioneer along two lines. One fundamental objective was to publish an annual which, when all income had been received and all bills and paid, would not show the deficit. We have been most fortunate in this respect. Our secondary objective was to do away with some of the stiff formality with which previous Broncos have been shrouded. To help in accomplishing this we have introduced an imaginary those typical cadet whom we have called Johnny. It is hoped that through Johnny’s eye’s we have presented an accurate portrayal of cadet life. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “arkansasbob57″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Original/Reproduction: Original
New Mexico Military Institute. Published by: the Corps of Cadets NMMI. 9.25″ X 12.25″ illustrated hardcover. We of the 1936 Bronco staff have endeavored to pioneer along two lines. One fundamental objective was to publish an annual which, when all income had been received and all bills and paid, would not show the deficit. We have been most fortunate in this respect. Our secondary objective was to do away with some of the stiff formality with which previous Broncos have been shrouded. To help in accomplishing this we have introduced an imaginary those typical cadet whom we have called Johnny. It is hoped that through Johnny’s eye’s we have presented an accurate portrayal of cadet life. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “arkansasbob57″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Original/Reproduction: Original
20″ x 12″ photo of the officers & crew of U. New Mexico BB-40 pictured on forecastle, gun barrels, and forward cage mast c early 1920’s. Frame and glass are original to the time period of the photo which was probably taken and produced at the U. Fleet anchorage, San Pedro, CA. Please disregard the sun glint highlights seen in the listing photos. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “mlterry47″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
New Mexico Military Institute. Published by: the Corps of Cadets NMMI. 9.25″ X 12.25″ illustrated hardcover. We of the 1936 Bronco staff have endeavored to pioneer along two lines. One fundamental objective was to publish an annual which, when all income had been received and all bills and paid, would not show the deficit. We have been most fortunate in this respect. Our secondary objective was to do away with some of the stiff formality with which previous Broncos have been shrouded. To help in accomplishing this we have introduced an imaginary those typical cadet whom we have called Johnny. It is hoped that through Johnny’s eye’s we have presented an accurate portrayal of cadet life. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “arkansasbob57″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Original/Reproduction: Original
New Mexico Military Institute. Published by: the Corps of Cadets NMMI. 9.25″ X 12.25″ illustrated hardcover. We of the 1936 Bronco staff have endeavored to pioneer along two lines. One fundamental objective was to publish an annual which, when all income had been received and all bills and paid, would not show the deficit. We have been most fortunate in this respect. Our secondary objective was to do away with some of the stiff formality with which previous Broncos have been shrouded. To help in accomplishing this we have introduced an imaginary those typical cadet whom we have called Johnny. It is hoped that through Johnny’s eye’s we have presented an accurate portrayal of cadet life. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “arkansasbob57″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Original/Reproduction: Original