1933 Imperial Japanese Army Military Training Handbook withFoldout Charts & Photos
Compiled by the Imperial Japanese Army Ministry as an official handbook for school military training. Published in 1933 (Showa 8), pre-WWII Japan. Issued by the Imperial Reservist Association Headquarters in Tokyo, distributed to schools and training institutions. “Gakko Kyoren Hikkei – Military Lecture Section “. Covers basic weapons (rifles, machine guns, aircraft, balloons), tactics, formations, terminology, rank insignia and collar patches (in color), communication, and maps. Includes numerous fold-out charts such as colored insignia plates, tactical maps, and organizational charts. A valuable primary source showing how the Japanese Army taught military knowledge to students and cadets in the early Showa era. Provides rare visual insight into prewar training and education. Own a piece of history. Large hardcover handbook, approx. 22.5 × 15 × 3 cm. 255 pages + multiple fold-out charts. Condition: 1-2 pages detached, age wear, stains, creases, writing, folds. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).