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The Soldiers’ English and French Conversation Book – Walter M. Gallichan, 1917 (WWI Edition) (Lot: 1083)
Starting bid: $ 80Original World War I military language handbook designed for British soldiers heading to the Western Front.
The upper cover inscription reads: “For the Man Going to the Front”.Compiled by Walter M. Gallichan and published by J. B. Lippincott Company (Philadelphia and London) in 1917, this New and Revised Edition contains hundreds of practical phrases and words enabling soldiers to communicate effectively with French and Belgian Allies during wartime.
The book includes sections on military operations (transport, trenches, action, wounded, billets, money, weights, etc.) as well as everyday vocabulary with phonetic pronunciation guides for English speakers.
Original blue cloth cover with black lettering, small pocket-sized format for field use — an authentic WWI-issued piece carried by Allied troops.
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U.S. Army “French Language Guide” TM 30-302 – War Department, June 21, 1943 (Lot: 1082)
Starting bid: $ 75Original WWII-era U.S. War Department language manual, issued to American servicemen preparing for operations in France and French-speaking territories.
Official designation: TM 30-302, “French: A Guide to the Spoken Language”, published June 21, 1943 by the War Department, Washington, D.C.This pocket-sized booklet was part of the Introductory Series Language Guides, prepared under the authority of General George C. Marshall, Chief of Staff, and Major General J.A. Ulio, The Adjutant General.
Printed by the U.S. Government Printing Office in 1943 (code: O-530662).The manual includes basic grammar, pronunciation guides, and hundreds of practical phrases for field communication—covering topics such as food, transportation, medical aid, military instructions, and social interaction.
Illustrated with a rear drawing of the Arc de Triomphe, symbolizing the liberation of France.Original blue softcover with the U.S. Great Seal and “TM 30-302” designation on the front. Typical pocket format used by GIs during the European campaign, especially around D-Day and the Normandy operations.
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U.S. Army Canteen with Canvas Cover, 1943 (Lot: 1085)
Starting bid: $ 75An original U.S. Army soldier’s canteen from World War II. Standard issue model enclosed in a khaki canvas cover with two brass snap fasteners on the flap. The back features the M-1910 hook attachment system for belt carry. The metal screw cap is secured with a chain to prevent loss. The cover is clearly marked “Shane MFG. Co. 1943”, indicating the manufacturer and year of production.
These canteens were part of the individual field gear of American soldiers and were used across all theaters of World War II.
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E-Boat War Badge 1st Pattern (Lot: 1094)
Starting bid: $ 4,245Tombac, wreath gilt with polished edges and swastika, boat silver-plated, waves bronzed, reverse with horizontal pin and catch, reverse marked by manufacturer “Schwerin-Berlin 68”.
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Auxiliary Cruiser War Badge (Lot: 1096)
Starting bid: $ 1,075Fine zinc, manufactured by Steinhauer & Lück, needle, hinge and catch are magnetic, riveted globe.
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E-Boat War Badge, 2nd Pattern (Lot: 1095)
Starting bid: $ 975Fine zinc construction, maker marked “Schwerin Berlin” on reverse, magnetic horizontal pin.
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U-Boat Front Clasp in Bronze (Lot: 1097)
Starting bid: $ 2,045Bronze-plated zinc alloy, reverse marked with manufacturer “Entw. Peekhaus Berlin Ausf. Schwerin Berlin S.W.”, grooved pin is magnetic.
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U-Boat Front Clasp in Bronze (Lot: 1093)
Starting bid: $ 1,745Fine zinc with bronze finish, reverse marked by manufacturer “Entw. Peekhaus Berlin Ausf. Schwerin Berlin S.W.”, with magnetic fluted needle.
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U-Boat War Badge (Lot: 1092)
Starting bid: $ 1,455Gold-plated non-ferrous metal, polished edges, manufactured by Schwerin-Berlin but without maker’s mark.
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U-Boat War Badge (Lot: 1091)
Starting bid: $ 1,275Gilt bronze, polished edges, manufactured by Schwerin-Berlin but without maker’s mark.
Sold at Blitz price
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Imperial Japanese Army WWII Wooden Ammunition / Supply Crate, Showa 15 (1940), Original Rope Handles (Lot: 1068)
Auction EndedLarge field supply crate from the Imperial Japanese Army, dated to Showa Year 15 (1940). Lid bears hand-stenciled kanji markings indicating production year, arsenal or unit designation, and logistical data. Pine board construction with iron hardware and, notably, both original heavy rope carrying handles retained — a rare find, as these are almost always missing on surviving examples. Solid and display-ready. A compelling piece of Pacific Theater militaria.
Product sold for blitz price: $ 115 -
Imperial Japanese Army WWII 8×6.2° Artillery Stereoscopic Observation Binoculars — Serial No. 4021 — Complete Set with Brass Tripod, Metal Transport Case & Canvas Tripod Carrier No. 1902 (Lot: 1073)
Auction EndedA large-format precision artillery observation binocular of the Imperial Japanese Army, marked 8×6.2°, No. 4021 with Imperial Arsenal acceptance star stamp. This periscope-style instrument was used throughout the war by Battery Commanders for observation without exposure to enemy fire. Complete with adjustable-height tripod with matching serial number; tripod legs fold, extend, and lock in place. The instrument features precision azimuth and elevation adjustment dials with graduated scales. Included: original brass/aluminum field tripod with azimuth head, ribbed aluminum transport case, and canvas cylindrical tripod carrier marked No. 1902 with original straps. Optics clear on both sides.
Product sold for blitz price: $ 775
