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1 102nd Connecticut NG Distinctive Unit metal insignia

1 1/8". Undated, no manufacturer. Appears to be vintage, but date of manufacture not known. Cloisonne inlay. Threaded post back with nut.

Dimensions given, if any, are approximate. Scans large to show any defects. Unseen defects described. VG or better condition. Item complete as issued unless otherwise stated. 
Price: 10.44 USD
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2 169th Infantry Connecticut National Guard pin 1930s
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1 x 1 1/8", pin back.

Prior to 1922 United States Army units did not have regimental crest pins authorized and the pins started to come on the scene between 1922 to about 1928.

Original metal and enamel distinctive insignia unit pin. Researched as well as possible.

IDENTIFICATION ASSISTANCE from Kiaiokalewa in Hawaii, for which we are grateful.

Corrections welcome.

Dimensions given, if any, are approximate.

Scans large to show any defects. Other unseen defects described. Item complete. 
Price: 25.00 USD
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3 1st Rattler Brigade Fort Gordon Georgia Yearbook 1975

Hardbound b&w illustrated yearbook of the brigade for 1975. Near fine.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 12.00 USD
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4 43rd Division Aviation newsletter 1933
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10pp mimeographed, typewritten newsletter. 1st issue of the publication.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 20.00 USD
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5 59th Coast Artillery Corregidor enamel pin 1920s-44
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1 x 1 1/8", pin back with point guard.



Prior to 1922 United States Army units did not have regimental crest pins authorized and the pins started to come on the scene between 1922 to about 1928.

On 1 June 1922, 2nd Company was re-designated 253rd Company, Coast Artillery Corps. On 30 June 1924, the unit (less equipment and men) was transferred from New York to Ft. Mills, Philippine Islands and re-designated Battery C, 59th Coast Artillery (Harbor Defense). By 1929, all batteries and the 59th CA (HD) Regiment were assigned the fixed defense of Corregidor and Ft. Drum. Ft. Drum is the fortification that was built on a small island near Corregidor, and was commonly called the "Concrete Battleship". Original metal and enamel distinctive insignia unit pin. Researched as well as possible. Corrections welcome.

Scans large to show any defects. Unseen defects described. Item complete. VG or better condition. 
Price: 15.00 USD
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6 Army Artillery Guided Missiles recruitment folder 1953

4x7, 4-p folder. 2-color illus.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 12.00 USD
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7 Army Technical Training Graduates recruiting booklet 1956

8 x 10 1/2", 48pp b&w illus recruiting brochure describing careers and training in the Army for high school graduates. Near fine.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 12.00 USD
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8 Central American Wars 1959-89 Osprey 221 1990
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1st edition. 7 1/4 x 9 1/2", 48pp color & b&w illus paperbound. Near fine.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 12.00 USD
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9 Follow Me! US Army Infantry recruitment folder 1955

4x7, 4-p folder. 2-color illus.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 12.00 USD
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10 This is Your Army National Guard recruiting booklet 1972

5 1/2 x 8 1/2", 16pp 2-color illus recruiting booklet. Near fine.

Item complete. As described, with defects exceeding normal wear noted; none noted = none present. 
Price: 12.00 USD
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11 USAF Forward Air Controller FAC team Keller & Johnson print 1970s

15x22", rolled. From a photo by CMSGT William E Lummus.

VG or better condition. Dimensions given, if any, are approximate. Defects not visible in scan[s] are described. 
Price: 11.00 USD
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