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  U.S. Army “French Language Guide” TM 30-302 – War Department, June 21, 1943 (Lot: 392)

  Original 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.

  $ 75 fee: 22.5%
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  The Soldiers’ English and French Conversation Book – Walter M. Gallichan, 1917 (WWI Edition) (Lot: 391)

  Original 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.

  $ 80 fee: 22.5%
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  U.S. Army Japanese Phrase Book TM 30-641 – War Department, February 28, 1944 (Lot: 387)

  $ 120 fee: 22.5%
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  U.S. Distinguished Flying Cross – Complete Set in Case (WWII–Korean War Era) (Lot: 386)

  Original Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) medal, established in 1926 to honor members of the U.S. Armed Forces for heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight.

  The medal features a bronze cross with a silver propeller superimposed at the center. The ribbon is blue with white and red stripes.
  The set includes:
  • Full-size medal with ribbon;
  • Service ribbon bar;
  • Lapel pin for civilian wear;
  • Original black leather presentation case with gold lettering “DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS.”

  Manufactured during the late WWII to early Korean War period (circa 1945–1955).

  $ 220 fee: 22.5%
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  U.S. Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device for Valor – Complete Set in Case (Lot: 385)

  Original Bronze Star Medal, established in 1944 to recognize members of the U.S. Armed Forces for heroic or meritorious achievement in combat.
  This example includes the “V” Device (Valor), awarded specifically for personal acts of bravery in battle.
  The set consists of:
  • Full-size medal with ribbon;
  • Service ribbon bar;
  • Lapel pin for civilian wear;
  • Original WWII–Korean War era presentation case with gold lettering “BRONZE STAR MEDAL” on the lid.

  The reverse of the medal reads “Heroic or Meritorious Achievement.” The ribbon is red with blue and white edges — the standard pattern for this decoration.

  $ 175 fee: 22.5%
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  U.S. Army Distinctive Unit Insignia – “Aut Vincere Aut Mori” – N.S. Meyer Inc., New York (Lot: 384)

  Original enamel Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) of a U.S. Army unit, manufactured by N.S. Meyer Inc., New York (1940s–1950s).
  The shield is diagonally divided with green and black stripes; the green field features four crosses.
  Above is a blue disc with a silver arrow between wings and the unit motto “AUT VINCERE AUT MORI” (“To conquer or die”).
  Made of bronze with colored enamel, pin-back fastening, and the maker’s hallmark on the reverse.

  $ 50 fee: 22.5%
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  U.S. Army Honorable Service Lapel Button (“Ruptured Duck”) – N.S. Meyer Inc. (Lot: 383)

  Enamel lapel pin in the shape of a shield with red and white vertical stripes and a blue upper field featuring a large white star surrounded by smaller stars.
  Issued to members of the U.S. Army who were honorably discharged after World War II.
  This example is an early postwar production by N.S. Meyer Inc., New York, featuring the company’s distinctive double-shield hallmark on the reverse.
  Made of brass with two pin posts and brass clutch-back fasteners.

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  U.S. Army Command or Headquarters Collar Insignia (Silver Star with Great Seal) (Lot: 382)

  Emblem in the form of a silver five-pointed star with a gold-colored Great Seal of the United States — an eagle holding a shield, olive branch, and arrows. Worn on the collar or cap by U.S. Army officers and enlisted personnel during and after World War II (1940s–1950s).
  The reverse side bears the manufacturer’s hallmark. Attachment by two pin posts with brass clutch-back fasteners.

  $ 25 fee: 22.5%

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