Presented is an original CCC tent blueprint for Ft Sam Houston. The Civilian Conservation Corps, established in 1933 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, employed millions of young men in conservation and infrastructure projects during the Great Depression. The Army, including officers like Capt. Halsey, managed CCC camps, providing logistical support, including tents, uniforms, and equipment.
This is sho 5 type winter tunic from the former Japanese army. It’s from war time. The stand-up collar of the Showa 5th style has been modified to a folded collar. Made of wool and supplied by the government. Military stamps from the Army Clothing Factory Headquarters, made in 1934, size 4. There are some insect bites etc. On the wool, but the wool fabric and lining are in good condition. The length is approximately 66cm (not including the collar) and the shoulder width is approximately 43cm. Perfect for your collection or mannequin! How about military collectors? International Buyers – Please Note.
This item is a. Pre-World War II Japanese lacquerware tray. Believed to have been produced as a. Commemorative piece for the victorious return (Kaisen Kinen). Kwantung Army, 12th Flying Regiment. Of the Imperial Japanese Army. At the top of the tray, the inscription reads. ? – “Commemoration of Victorious Return”. ? – “Kwantung Army, 12th Flying Regiment”. The center of the tray features a finely executed aircraft motif, depicting a single-engine military airplane, symbolizing Japan’s early military aviation era. The design is rendered in a traditional Japanese decorative technique consistent with prewar commemorative lacquerware. Was Japan’s most prominent military force stationed in Manchuria, and its aviation units played a critical role in reconnaissance and air operations during the prewar period. Was one such unit, and items like this tray were typically created to commemorate successful missions or safe return from deployment. This tray was likely presented to officers, unit members, or related personnel as a. Ceremonial and symbolic object. Rather than for daily use. Japanese Lacquerware Significance. Traditional Japanese lacquerware is made using. Applied by hand in multiple layers. Because each piece requires extensive time, skill, and drying periods. Mass production was not possible. Making prewar lacquerware inherently rare. Urushi lacquer is also known for its durability-rather than deteriorating, it. Hardens and deepens in character over time. Which can be seen in the surface texture and subdued gloss of this piece. In Japanese culture, trays and ceremonial vessels were deeply connected to. Rituals, celebrations, and formal occasions. Within the military, such items symbolized respect, remembrance, and honor, serving as tangible records of service and achievement. Shows age-related wear, surface scratches, and minor lacquer thinning. No major cracks or structural damage observed. 23.8 × 23.8 cm. (9.4 × 9.4 inches). This is a rare and evocative artifact combining. Imperial Japanese Army aviation history. Kwantung Army regimental provenance. Traditional prewar Japanese lacquer craftsmanship. An excellent piece for collectors of. Japanese militaria, aviation history, or prewar ceremonial objects. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
This is an original. Imperial Japanese Army commemorative set. Consisting of three historical items dating from the early 20th century to the pre-WW2 period. Each piece reflects a different phase of Japan’s modern military history and was produced as an actual commemorative item rather than for later decoration or reproduction. A heavy pewter sake cup decorated with an eagle and military banner motif. Inside the cup is an engraved. Having offered my life to the Emperor. I celebrate this day of honor. This inscription represents the voice of a. Commemorating survival and honor after the Russo-Japanese War rather than mourning the fallen. Such personalized poetic inscriptions are less common than standard issue victory cups. 2 Imperial Japanese Army – Korea. 78 Discharge Commemorative Sake Cup. Ceramic sake cup inscribed. “Korea – Infantry Regiment 78″. The lower design features a. Map motif extending from Japan toward Korea and Manchuria. Reflecting the geopolitical worldview of the period and Japan’s continental expansion. This cup is a valuable primary artifact documenting the everyday reality of Japanese soldiers stationed on the Korean Peninsula. 3 2600th Imperial Year Commemorative Brass Plaque (1940). Brass commemorative plaque engraved. “Commemoration of the 2600th Imperial Year”. Issued during nationwide celebrations in 1940 (Koki 2600), marking the mythical founding of Japan. Such items were produced for ceremonial and symbolic purposes across military and civil institutions. Together, these items illustrate. The Russo-Japanese War and its veterans. The Japanese Army’s presence in Korea. State ideology and national celebrations leading into WWII. This is not a decorative set, but a. Group of genuine historical artifacts. Reflecting how soldiers and institutions commemorated service, survival, and national identity. All items show expected age-related wear, surface scratches, and patina consistent with original period use. Please review photos carefully. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
Ring Poland WW2 WWII Eagle Polish Army Pendant Coat of arms Polska Europe Jewelry Silver-plated Bronze Bog z nami Size 10 19.85 mm 3g Badge 25x18x4 mm 2.1g Poczta 32×27 mm? 3080. Do you always want to be the first to see new interesting items? Subscribe to my items, add to your favorite sellers. Be the first to see, win and enjoy the win! Thank you for your time!
Rare original 1934 revised edition of “Senreishu” (Battle Case Study Collection). Compiled under the supervision of Lt. Shigeharu Suematsu, Principal of the Imperial Japanese Army Academy. This comprehensive tactical manual covers Strategy, Weaponry, Fortification, Transportation, and Aviation warfare. Including more than 150 fold-out operational maps, diagrams, and tables used for officer training. It contains detailed plans of fortifications, communication networks, artillery emplacements, and Manchurian battle maps. Reflecting the Imperial Army’s tactical doctrine before WWII. Fold-out operational charts: 158 pages. Explanatory notes: 10 pages. ? Size: 22.2 × 15 × 3 cm. ? Publisher / Year: Army Academy, Showa 9 (1934, Revised Edition). ? Condition: Aged paper, minor tears and stains, but well-preserved for its age. A valuable primary source for military historians and collectors of prewar Japanese army materials. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
December 25, 1936 (Showa 11). This was an official training textbook distributed to infantry regiments and schools during the prewar period. The manual provides comprehensive instruction on the. Mechanism, operation, disassembly, maintenance, aiming, and firing methods. Of the Type 92 Heavy Machine Gun. Illustrating the internal structure, tripod mount, and feeding system. A highly valuable reference for understanding the engineering and operation of Japan’s principal medium machine gun of the era. Bound in black cloth with the title. “Type 92 Heavy Machine Gun Manual”. Embossed in gold on the spine. The back cover bears an impressed manufacturing mark. 15 × 10 cm. , designed for field use by officers and NCOs. Issued shortly after the adoption of the Type 92, this edition represents the. Earliest stage of instructional doctrine. For Japan’s standard heavy machine gun – a weapon widely deployed across the China front and the Pacific theater. A rare surviving original, distinct from later reprints or postwar reproductions. Aging, corner wear, light stains, minor cover damage; complete with no missing pages. An authentic and significant artifact of. Imperial Japanese Army small-arms education. Offering a firsthand look into the technical precision and doctrine of the prewar Japanese military. Own a Piece of History. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
This is an original Imperial Japanese Army training photo album from. Koki 2597 (1937) – the year immediately before the full outbreak of the Second Sino-Japanese War. The album documents the 1st Cavalry Student Company of the. Toyohashi Imperial Japanese Army Instructor School, an elite military education institution responsible for training future officers and instructors. What “2597” Means (Very Important). The number 2597 on the cover refers to the Japanese imperial calendar (Koki). Koki 2597 = 1937 (Showa 12). 1937 marks a critical turning point in Japanese military history. Rapid transition from theoretical training to real combat-oriented education. Preparation for large-scale ground warfare in China. Emphasis on modern combined-arms tactics. Historical Context (Why This Album Matters). By 1937, the Imperial Japanese Army was urgently preparing officers for. River crossings under combat conditions. Chemical warfare (poison gas training & gas masks). Bridge demolition and sabotage operations. Reconnaissance and scouting missions. Cooperation with aircraft and engineering units. This album visually records those exact training doctrines, making it a primary historical source, not a later compilation. Contents & Scenes Shown. River crossing exercises (real rivers, not staged). Bridge demolition training (Tenryu River steel bridge). Gas warfare drills with masks. Field camps and long-term maneuvers. Military facilities and school buildings. Portraits of officers and trainees. Group photographs of entire units. These are not ceremonial photos – they depict operational training. The album includes images related to Major General Kanji Tsuneoka. A senior Imperial Japanese Army officer. The presence of a general officer indicates this album was produced within an official military education framework, not as a private souvenir. About the Toyohashi Army Instructor School. Unlike regular army units, this school trained. Core personnel responsible for spreading doctrine across the army. Graduates were expected to lead and teach, especially during wartime expansion. Wear, aging, and paper deterioration consistent with age. Why This Album Is Rare. After World War II. Most Japanese military education materials were destroyed or discarded. Albums documenting chemical warfare and demolition training were especially rare. This makes the album a scarce visual record of pre-war Japanese military doctrine. This is a genuine 1937 Imperial Japanese Army training photo album capturing the moment Japan shifted into full wartime posture. A highly desirable piece for. Researchers of pre-war Japanese doctrine. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
ORIGINAL 1920’S INTERWAR PERIOD UNITED STATES ARMY AIR CORPS PILOT WINGS, 3 INCH FULL SIZE, PIN-BACK. WEIGHT: 24 GRAMS UNMARKED STERLING. During World War II, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three degrees, including Pilot, Senior Pilot, and Command Pilot. A polished silver colored version of these badges is currently used as the United States Air Force Pilot Badges. From August 1941 to November 1942, the Enlisted Aviator program was restarted. Candidates had to be at least 18, possess a high school diploma, and have graduated at the top of their high school class. Graduates were rated as Flight Staff Sergeants or Flight Technical Sergeants and wore the same pilot’s wings as officers. They were usually assigned to pilots of transport and auxiliary aircraft to free officer pilots to pilot the more prestigious fighters and bombers. Auxiliary pilots received their own special wings to indicate their status and specialty. In November 1942 all enlisted pilots were promoted to Flight Officer rank and enlisted cadets were graded as Flight Officers or Second Lieutenants depending on merit. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
This is an original commemorative metal ashtray produced to mark the opening of the. Osaka Imperial Japanese Army Aviation Arsenal. During the early Showa period. The inscription cast into the base reads. Osaka Army Aviation Arsenal – Opening Commemoration. The Osaka Army Aviation Arsenal was established as a. Logistics and maintenance center. Supporting the Imperial Japanese Army’s growing air power. Unlike front-line air units, aviation arsenals played a crucial behind-the-scenes role. Aircraft maintenance and repair. Storage and supply of aviation equipment. Technical and logistical support necessary for sustained air operations. Osaka was selected due to its strong industrial base, advanced metalworking capabilities, and well-developed transportation networks. The opening of this facility reflects Japan’s shift in the 1930s toward. Long-term, systemized air warfare preparation. Why an Ashtray? In Imperial Japan, it was customary to produce. Such as sake cups, trays, and ashtrays-as official commemorative gifts for military milestones. This ashtray was likely distributed to officers, engineers, or personnel involved in the establishment of the aviation arsenal. It represents a rare example of how military history survives not only through medals or documents, but through everyday objects. Material & Construction. Solid cast metal construction. Heavy and durable, not a lightweight souvenir. Aviation-related motif visible on the base. The industrial character and casting quality strongly reflect military production standards of the period. Shows age-related wear, surface patina, and minor marks consistent with original use. No major damage or structural issues. Collector’s Note. This piece offers insight into the. Logistical foundation of Imperial Japanese Army aviation. An area often overlooked compared to combat units. A compelling artifact for collectors of. Imperial Japanese Army history. Aviation logistics and support units. Pre-war / early WWII military industrial artifacts. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).