Profusely illustrated Book about Silesia. I’m not aware of any other more comprehensive book from that time about Schlesien! There are hundreds of photos, charts and illustrations in this book. Hardcover in Full Linen / Cloth. 400+ rare b&w photos. Many maps, charts and illustrations throughout. Fine exterior and fine interior. Former owners stamp on front free endpaper, otherwise ok. The best copy I ever had of this rare book. All pages are complete and tight in the binding. Approx/Measurements: 10″ x 10-1/4″ 3.8 lbs. Published by Folk House. Table of contents [excerpt]. Country and people – The Silesian landscape with 19 maps – The language of the Upper Silesian. Silesia in German History – The Silesian area – The prehistory of Silesia – The German face of Silesia – The territorial development of Silesia since. Silesia in the Third Reich Silesian work – People and economy in the Silesian area – Silesian Workers – The situation of the Silesian agriculture – Silesian History – Important Silesian. Silesia became part of the German Empire when Germany was unified in 1871. There was considerable industrialization in Upper Silesia, and many people moved there at that time. The majority of the population of Lower Silesia was German-speaking and Lutheran, including the capital Wroclaw, then known as Breslau. There were areas such as the District of Opole and parts of Upper Silesia, however, where a larger portion or even majority of the population was Polish-speaking and Roman Catholic. In Silesia as a whole, Poles comprised about 30%25 of the population. The Kulturkampf set Catholics in opposition to the government and sparked a Polish revival in the province. First conference of Hovevei Zion groups in Kattowitz, Silesia 1884. After the defeat of the German Empire and Austria-Hungary in World War I the German and Austrian parts of Silesia were divided between Poland and Czechoslovakia. In the Treaty of Versailles, it was decided that the population of the German Upper Silesia should hold a plebiscite in order to determine the future of the province, with the exception of a 333 km² area around Hlucín, which was granted to Czechoslovakia in 1920 despite having a German majority. The plebiscite, organised by the League of Nations, was held in 1921. The outcome was 706,000 votes for Germany and 479,000 for Poland. In the southeastern areas that were the backbone of the economy and industry, there was a strong majority for Poland. Between the wars After the referendum, there were three Silesian Insurrections, instigated by Polish nationalists, as a result of which the League of Nations decided that the province should be split again and that the areas that had voted for Poland should become an autonomous area within Poland, organised as the Silesian Voivodship (Wojewodztwo Slaskie). One of the central political figures that drive for these changes was Wojciech Korfanty. First Silesian Uprising: 16 August-26 August 1919 Second Silesian Uprising: 19 August-25 August 1920 Third Silesian Uprising: 2 May-5 July 1921. The major part of Silesia, remaining with Germany, was then reorganised into the two Prussian provinces of Upper Silesia and Lower Silesia. In October of 1938, Cieszyn Silesia (the disputed area west of the Olza river, also called Zaolzie – 906 km² with 258,000 inhabitants), was retaken by Poland from Czechoslovakia, in accord with the Munich Agreement that annihilated Czechoslovakia. Germany again took possession of these parts of Silesia in 1939, when the attack on Poland marked the beginning of the Second World War.
RARE Vintage Naval Turbines Text Book United States Naval Institute 1924 Commander Ormond L. Cox, USN and Miles A. Multiple Foldouts in very good condition. See picss for details. Book is in very good pre-owned condition. Multiple foldouts, issued ot M. 6″ x 9.5″ x 1.25.
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.
152nd Field Artillery Maine National Guard 1935 Unit History Book. Publication: The Cullen Service : Rockland, Maine. V ery good condition. No marks or writing. Minor rubbing on corners, cover edges and top/bottom of the spine. No loose, missing or cutout pages. Here is a record of the men on the 152nd Field Artillery, Maine National Guard. It is a story of who they were and where they went. Well illustrated with photos and names. Thank you for your interest in this item. I do not use recycled boxes, kraft or bubble mailers for these scarce Cruise Books.
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This is a great item in overall pretty good condition for age. The spine and all pages are intact.
Up for sale is this Original CMTC “The Defender ” Year Book. Printed in 1924 from Camp Meade, Md. Lots of nice photos including Calvin Coolidge, John J. Pershing & Babe Ruth. There are also some advertisements, including Packard & Wrigley Gum. Book is in fantastic condition- 99 years old. Nice look back into civilian military training camps life. Please look over all the pictures carefully to judge the item for yourself. We also do a large amount of consignment, we have helped many collectors turn their collection into cash without lifting a finger. Certificates of Authenticity are available upon request at no additional charge. All of our items are guaranteed 100% authentic, unless marked as reproduction. We strive to authenticate all our items by using a panel of experts in various fields. Er profile so you don’t miss out on future updates on quality sporting goods and militaria!
Seeing The World Through A Porthole : USS ASHEVILLE PG-21 1923 CRUISE BOOK. Chief Pharmacist’s Mate. Newspaper Enterprise : Hong Kong, China. Fair to good condition. Rubbing on corners and along the edges of the boards. The entire spine is missing its cloth and text block is exposed [See photos]. Toning and damp stains on top of several pages and front/rear covers [see photos]. No loose, missing or cutout pages. Illustrated with clear and sharp photos. Here is a record of the crew of the USS. It is a story of who they were and where they went. Easily identified names in the List Of The Personnel page. Thank you for your interest in this item. I do not use recycled boxes, kraft or bubble mailers for these scarce Cruise Books.
USS MARYLAND BB-46 1928 – 1929 CRUISE BOOK. President-Elect Herbert Hoover’s Good Will Cruise To Central And South America : This Being A Log Of The Trip Aboard The USS MARYLAND. No marks or writing. Rubbing on corners, top/bottom of the spine and along cover edges. Tiny rips on rear cover spine. No loose, missing or cutout pages. Well illustrated with clear and sharp photos. Is a record of the crew of the USS MARYLAND and President-Elect Hoover. It is a story of who they were and where they went. A roster of the Officers and Enlisted Men. Thank you for your interest in this item. I do not use recycled boxes, kraft or bubble mailers for these scarce Books.
For Sale today: One very scarce Spanish language book. About the small arms of the Spanish Civil War. One of the most comprehensive books on the subject. With original photos of the amazing variety of arms. Author: Mariano Villoslada Minon. Capitan de Artilleria del Parque de Valladolid. Publisher: Libreria Santaren, Valladolid. Hardcover, 6 by 8 1/4 inches. 349 pages with more than 150 illustrations. Good+ solid condition all around.