RARE 1920 UNITED STATES PASSPORT BOOKLET & JACKET – BRIGADIER GENERAL HARRISON KERR BIRD SR. (NEW YORK HIGH SOCIETY, MILITARY & WALL STREET ELITE). Up for sale is a remarkably well-preserved, highly collectible 1920 United States passport issued to a prominent figure in early 20th-century New York history: Brigadier General Harrison Kerr Bird Sr. Unlike standard loose-sheet passports of the era, this premium specimen features the transitional green cloth-bound folder jacket with a stunning, crisp gold-embossed Great Seal of the United States on the front cover. HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS & PROVENANCE:The Holder: Harrison Kerr Bird Sr. He was also the father of the famous military historian Harrison Bird Jr. Elite Manhattan Address: The interior signature page features General Bird’s handwritten signature alongside his luxury residential address. 18 East 55th Street, New York City, N. A premier block off Fifth Avenue home to NYC’s elite. Autographs & Seals: Includes two bold, clear signatures from Harrison K. The document is issued under the authority of U. Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby (serving under President Woodrow Wilson) and features the original red embossed Department of State paper seal. The Photograph: Features a clear, original black-and-white passport photograph of General Bird alongside his wife, Grace, complete with the official stamped Department of State raised seal overlay. CONDITION REPORT:This item is in excellent vintage condition for paper ephemera over a century old. The green cloth binder is structurally sound with minimal fraying. The large-format interior passport sheet unfolds beautifully without major tearing or heavy separation along the historical fold lines. The colors are bright, the ink is sharp, and all seals are entirely intact. Please study the high-resolution images provided to evaluate the physical condition for yourself.
This is an original prewar Japanese hanging scroll featuring. Emperor Hirohito (Emperor Showa). Five Principles of Military Spirit (Gunjin Seishin Gokajo). One of the moral foundations taught to soldiers of the Imperial Japanese Army. At the top of the composition are the Imperial Chrysanthemum Crest and a pair of phoenixes, symbols traditionally associated with the Imperial House of Japan. Beneath them appears the. Five Principles of Military Spirit. Which instructed soldiers to uphold. Loyalty to the Emperor. Proper conduct and courtesy. These principles reflected the ethical code expected of Japanese servicemen during the prewar period and formed an important part of military education. The lower portion of the scroll depicts. Emperor Hirohito on horseback in military uniform. From his accession to the throne in 1926 until the end of World War II in 1945, Emperor Hirohito served as Japan’s sovereign and was constitutionally recognized as the. Supreme Commander of the Imperial Japanese Army and Navy. For this reason, his portrait was widely displayed in military facilities, schools, and government institutions as a symbol of national unity, discipline, and loyalty. The Emperor is portrayed as a relatively young man in this artwork. Based on the style of the portrait and the overall design, it is likely that this image was originally created during the. Late 1920s or early 1930s. Shortly after his accession. While the exact production date of this scroll cannot be confirmed, it clearly reflects the visual style of early Showa-era military educational materials. Scrolls of this type were displayed in barracks, military schools, youth organizations, and other public institutions to reinforce discipline, patriotism, and the ideals of Bushido among soldiers and young people. Today, this piece serves not only as decorative artwork but also as an important historical document illustrating how military ethics and loyalty to the Emperor were visually communicated in prewar Japan. Imperial Chrysanthemum Crest, phoenixes, the Five Principles of Military Spirit, and a youthful portrait of Emperor Hirohito. This is an impressive display piece for collectors of Imperial Japanese militaria, military education, wartime propaganda, and modern Japanese history. The scroll shows expected age-related wear, including minor foxing, discoloration, and light stains, but remains in overall good condition for its age. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
Skull Bones Shield Knight Templar WW2 wwII WW1 wwI Wall decor Iron Metal 320×267 mm 377g. Good item for your collection or gift for holidays! If you have any question – please write me. You can make your best offer for this item.
This is an extremely rare, early 1930s Adolph Hitler Wall Bust. It is one of the more sought after busts, as it’s heavier bronze with much more detail than others. This item was brought home from American GI in World War II. His other trophies are available for sale on my page as well.
German Germany Antique pre WW2 Moltke Presentation Wall Plaque Military Decor. Original German pre-WW2 Moltke Presentation Plaque. White metal in a wooden frame. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.
I have for sale a metal wall plaque that shows a German Army Artillery unit. The plaque is blackened metal, it is 4 13/16 inches in diameter and in a high grade circulated condition. I have no information on when and who made this plaque. Possibly from the 1930’s or early 40’s. On the reverse it reads 1032 TAK GESGLSGH (these last letters may not be correct). It also has the letters HB in a circle on the obverse and that may be the maker.
Here’s a cool wall hanger m1928 Thompson sub machine gun. Released at the very end of WWI, it was produced too late to see use in the Great War. However, it would soon become famous/infamous at the hands of America’s lawmen and gangsters. Mobsters, the Mafia and other notorious criminals would come to trust the “Chicago typewriter” to clean up their messes. Arguably the most recognized sub machine gun, this 16 gauge steel replica/ display would look great behind the Bar, in your man cave, or any spot you want to add a little hint of American outlaw to. We cut these on our CNC plasma table, and MIG weld the half circle drum to the 2D cutout to give it a realistic 3D effect. These are exact scale to the originals, and really look the part. Holes are provided for mounting. THIS LISTING INCLUDES WOOD GRAIN VINYL AS SHOWN IN THE PICTURES. Cut on our cnc vinyl cutter for a perfect fit and look.
It is 9″ tall, 8 1/4″ wide, and 1/2 thick. It lists areas in France where battles took place. This antique WWI military service plaque is in excellent condition. It has a few minor blemishes but overall it is amazing. There are only a couple on the internet, and unlike the others, this one has all its original hardware and the wood has no cracks. It has its original screws, nails, hanging chain, and identifying plates, along with its original pyramid-shaped pieces on the top right, left, and bottom which holds the plaque in place with the wood. The writing on this amazing militaria piece is raised. The back states, “Presented By 132nd Infantry Welfare Association To (Blank – No Name Listed) June 7, 1919″. The back bottom states, Designed & Manufactured By The Greenduck Co. This is an incredible antique WWI military plaque that is 103 years old. Please view all the provided photos as they are part of the description. Each photo will enlarge for a closer view. This item is posted and managed courtesy of Bonanza.
German Germany Antique pre WW2 Moltke Presentation Wall Plaque Military Decor. Original German pre-WW2 Moltke Presentation Plaque. White metal in a wooden frame. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.
Nice piece to display, picture has cracking due to age.