This is an original prewar Imperial Japanese Army commemorative lacquer tray associated with the 1st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment. The front features a detailed gold-colored image of an anti-aircraft gun, together with the inscription: “1st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment” The 1st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment was established in 1925 and is regarded as the first permanent anti-aircraft artillery regiment of the Imperial Japanese Army. It was later stationed at Hamamatsu, an important military and aviation center. The regiment represents the early development of Japan’s organized ground-based air defense at a time when military aviation was rapidly becoming a major factor in warfare. An especially interesting feature is the Japanese inscription near the top: “Shikishima no Yamato-gokoro wo hito towa ba” This is the opening portion of a famous poem by the Edo-period scholar Motoori Norinaga: Asked what is the spirit of Japan, it is the fragrance of mountain cherry blossoms in the morning sun. The verse became strongly associated with ideas of Japanese identity in the prewar period. Its presence together with an anti-aircraft gun and military unit name makes this more than a decorative tray-it reflects the military culture and values of its era. The reverse is marked with the name: “Maeda” This was most likely the surname of the original owner or recipient, adding an individual human connection to the piece. Another particularly interesting point is that an example of a 1st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment commemorative lacquer tray is preserved in an official Aichi Prefecture wartime-history collection, showing that this type of object is recognized today as material connected with Japan’s military history. The tray shows age-related wear, scratches, rubbing and other signs of use. Please carefully examine the photographs for condition. For collectors of Imperial Japanese Army militaria, artillery history, air-defense history, or Japanese wartime lacquerware, this is a distinctive piece combining unit identification, weapon imagery, traditional Japanese culture and the name of an individual owner. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note.
WWI Imperial German Prussian Army Artillery Veterans Parade Marching Stick. WWI Imperial German Prussian Army Artillery Veterans Parade Marching Stick, Measures 37 1/4 Inches Overall, Mint Condition. As Photographed with wear and age as seen (please see photos for condition). A Great Candidate for any Collection, War Room, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
Understanding a weapon begins with understanding its internal structure. This original reference manual contains the. Illustration volume Appendix No. Japanese Army Ordnance Course. During the Taisho era. Unlike an ordinary textbook, this volume consists almost entirely of. 44 large technical plates. Illustrating the internal construction of artillery ammunition, shells, fuzes, grenades, igniters, and related ordnance equipment used by the Imperial Japanese Army. The drawings are highly detailed cross-sectional engineering diagrams intended for artillery officers and military students studying the design and function of modern ammunition. One of the most interesting features is that the book bears a. Red “Secret” (Maruhi) military stamp. Along with the ownership stamp of an. Imperial Japanese Army artillery second lieutenant. Numerous handwritten annotations remain throughout the diagrams, showing that this was an actual working reference rather than an unused archive copy. The publication dates to. A period when the Imperial Japanese Army was actively studying and modernizing its artillery technology after World War I. Many of the designs reflect European ordnance concepts that influenced Japanese military development during the interwar years. Rather than focusing on combat history, this book documents the engineering and educational side of the Japanese Army. It offers a rare look at how officers learned the construction of shells, fuzes, grenades, and ignition systems nearly a century ago. For collectors of Imperial Japanese Army material, military engineering, artillery history, or original technical manuals, this is an outstanding and visually impressive reference. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
Spanish M-1907’Modello II’ Mounted Cavalry Artillery Parade Sword Toledo Spain. Original Spanish M-1907’Modello II’ Mounted Cavalry Artillery Parade Sword Toledo Spain, 41 Inches Overall, Good Issued. As Photographed with wear and age as seen (please see photos for condition). A Great Candidate for any Collection, War Room, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring our customers a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
This is an original Imperial Japanese Army photo album commemorating the Manchuria deployment between 1934 and 1936. The album documents the overseas service of an Imperial Japanese Army field artillery regiment, recording the daily life, training, equipment, and surroundings of Japanese soldiers stationed in Manchuria during the early Showa period. Soldiers’ daily life and group portraits. Field artillery guns and equipment. Military training scenes and formations. Uniforms, insignia, and period gear. Landscapes and urban scenes of Manchuria. Rather than staged combat propaganda, the album presents a calm, documentary-style record of a Japanese Army artillery unit during a relatively stable pre-war phase. The unit documented in this album is identified as Field Artillery Regiment No. 22, a Japanese Army artillery regiment responsible for providing fire support to infantry formations. Artillery units played a crucial role in Imperial Japanese Army operations, requiring technical skill, coordination, and disciplined organization. This album captures the regiment before the later stages of the war, when material shortages and severe losses became widespread. Manchuria had become firmly established under Japanese control. Military organization and training were still relatively well-equipped. Large-scale total war conditions had not yet fully emerged. As such, this album preserves a moment before the extreme deterioration and collapse experienced by many units later in the war. Approximately 90 years old. Age-related toning, stains, and wear present. No major structural damage. Overall condition consistent with original military albums of this era. Please review all photos carefully. This album is more than a collection of old photographs. It is a primary historical document offering insight into. Imperial Japanese Army artillery units. Early Showa-era overseas deployment. The lived reality of soldiers stationed in Manchuria. Highly suitable for collectors of Japanese military history, Manchurian studies, and pre-World War II primary sources. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
Original German Interwar Militaría – 1928 Frankfurt Heavy Artillery Convention Badge. This is a national gathering badge for a German heavy artillery veterans / tradition community in the late 1920s. Why the “1923” matters. Many interwar veterans’ groups used a founding year prominently in their iconography. There is collector-market evidence of a heavy-artillery “ring” using 1923 in the organization name and insignia style example: “Waffenring der Deutschen Schweren Artillerie 1923″ type material. This badge’s 1923 flaming grenade motif strongly fits that pattern. Type: German Teilnehmerabzeichen / tinnie for an artillery veterans convention. Design: Shield badge with flaming artillery grenade and oak leaves; grenade dated “1923”. Maker marked (reverse): “FÜHCKES BERLINISCHHAUS / LÜDENSCHEID”. 1 3/8″ x 1″ (about 35 x 25 mm). Condition: Excellent overall detail -lettering and emblem are crisp. Uniform age toning/patina (nice collector look). Normal surface rub to high points consistent with honest age. Pin/hinge/catch present (major value factor for these). No obvious cracks or major bends visible in the photos. Collector Notes: These interwar “Artilleristentag” pieces were produced for organized reunions/conventions and are sought after by collectors of Weimar Republic, German artillery, and veterans association insignia. Check out our other WW1 items. Conflict: Pre-WWII / Interwar (Weimar Republic). Region of Origin: Germany. Type: Badge / Pin / Tinnie (Teilnehmerabzeichen). Theme: German Artillery / Veteran Reunion. Maker Marked: Yes – “FÜHCKES BERLINISCHHAUS / LÜDENSCHEID”. Material: Metal (silver tone / white metal). Condition: Used / Vintage (patina, see photos).
This is an original Japanese military photo album documenting the deployment of an artillery unit during the. The album was produced as a commemorative record of mobilization and includes period photographs and a folded operational route map. The images show artillery movement, transportation by rail carts, field deployment, security patrols, and daily scenes of the unit during its early continental assignment. The Manchuria Incident marked a major turning point in East Asian history and represents the beginning of Japan’s large-scale overseas military operations prior to World War II. This album provides valuable visual reference material for researchers and collectors interested in early 20th-century military history, artillery operations, and historical photo documentation. Artillery transport and deployment scenes. Early 1930s military infrastructure and logistics. This is an original vintage item. Wear consistent with age is present, including surface wear, toning, and minor repairs to the map. A rare reference item suitable for collectors, historians, and archival research. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
Here is a rare old book in good condition for its age. Covers the history of the 313th Field Artillery in the First World War. Includes history of formation and training, major engagements, casualty list, full roster, and a war diary. There is a map missing that is supposed to slide into the pocket on the back cover. Covers show moderate to heavy wear along edges and on spine. Spine is still intact with no separation. Covers and all pages securely attached to spine with no separation. No torn, creased, or marred pages. Pages are slightly yellowed along edges. Book measures 8 3/4 inches by 11 1/8 inches and contains 300 pages. All photos are of the actual item. I do not use stock photos. Great addition to any collection.
