Product Details

Original 1942 first edition of Defense Will Not Win the War by Lieutenant Colonel W. F. Kernan, U.S. Army, published by Little, Brown and Company. Written during World War II, this vintage military history volume offers contemporary wartime analysis and perspective from the early years of America’s involvement in the conflict. Features a striking patriotic red and blue publisher’s binding that displays beautifully on a bookshelf, in a study, or as part of a military history collection. Condition consistent with age. Shows visible edge wear, rubbing, corner wear, and cover scuffing as shown. Binding remains intact and pages appear clean. Please review photos and live presentation for condition details. Items are sold as shown on live. Tags: world war ii, wwii, military history, wartime book, first edition, little brown, vintage hardcover, american history, military collectible, war strategy, historical book, library décor, vintage bookshelf, patriotic décor, 1942 book