This is an original prewar Japanese illustrated naval publication titled “The Navies of the World” (Sekai no Kaigun), issued as a special supplement by the Osaka Mainichi Shimbun newspaper on March 5, 1930 (Showa 5). This large-format publication introduces the Imperial Japanese Navy and the navies of other major world powers, including the United States and Great Britain, through numerous period photographs, illustrations, diagrams, and comparative material. The contents include many types of naval vessels and equipment, such as: Battleships and cruisers Aircraft carriers and carrier-based aircraft Submarines Naval guns and large-caliber shells Airships Interior sections and equipment aboard warships Naval training and everyday activities of sailors Comparisons of warships and naval strength among different nations The year 1930 is particularly significant in naval history, as it was the year of the London Naval Conference and the signing of the London Naval Treaty, when limitations on the naval forces of the major powers became an important international issue. For this reason, this publication provides an interesting contemporary Japanese perspective on the world’s naval powers at an important moment between the two World Wars. This is not a modern reproduction. It is an original Japanese publication from 1930. Due to its age of approximately 96 years, there are signs of wear including toning, stains, creases, small tears, and other age-related deterioration. Please carefully examine the photos for the condition. An interesting historical reference for collectors and researchers of the Imperial Japanese Navy, pre-WWII naval history, battleships, aircraft carriers, submarines, and international naval development. International Buyers – Please Note.
A compact photo book that showcases the Imperial Japanese Navy right before the mid-1930s rebuilds-an easy, visual summary of the fleet for the public and naval fans. Showa 9 (1934) revised 13th edition. The colophon lists a long reprint history from Taisho 15 (1926) through Showa 9; this copy is the Oct. Edited & issued by Hatakeyama Ehagaki-ten (Kure, Hiroshima); printed by Shobido Seihan-bu (Tokyo). What’s inside (highlights). Nagato, Mutsu, and the Kongo-class (Kongo/Haruna/Kirishima). Aircraft carriers: Early-configuration Akagi (pre-rebuild truss flight-deck), Kaga, Ryujo. Takao-class (Takao, Atago, Chokai, Maya). Light forces: early light cruisers e. Tenryu/Tatsuta shown, destroyers, dock/launch views. Bonus plate: full-color chart of IJN enlisted trade badges & rank chevrons. 22 pages total (about 20 photo pages). Great primary reference for modelers, historians, and anyone who wants a quick, period-correct visual of the fleet. 25×19 cm softcover album. Inside cover has a pasted envelope for warship/aircraft postcards; one warship postcard is pasted to the rear board. Overall a fair/average vintage copy with charm and use. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
Offered here is a set of Canadian Pattern 1919 Cartridge carriers , which are identical to the British Pattern 1925 Carriers. Pattern 1925 Cartridge carriers. Were introduced into Canada with the. Web Equipment, Pattern 1919. Under Militia Order 500, dated 28th September 1928. Are mirror images of each other, and connect to the. Has four pockets, and each pocket holds 15 rounds of. 303-inch ammunition in three 5 round chargers. This provides a total ammunition load of 120 rounds. This pair, maker marked M. And dated 1928, are Canadian C-broad arrow marked, and the right. Is also marked “RCASC / 6-38″. This pair has been blancoed in Shade 61 at some time in the past, but it must have been a light coat because the green color has mostly faded away. This pair were part of the Canadian W. Pattern 1919 issue approved under Canadian Militia Order 500. Oddly, the spigot portion of the press fastener is missing from the left. Whilst this is the only pair of Canadian. I have seen, I think it is most likely that this is simply an omission in manufacture, rather than a feature of the C anadian. Issue that differs from the “standard”. The item “Canadian Pattern 1919 Cartridge carriers, Pair” is in sale since Monday, April 26, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “fzulps” and is located in Houston, Texas. This item can be shipped worldwide.
