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This vintage 1941/1943 revised edition of "A Guide to U.S. Army Insignia and Decorations" by Gordon A. J. Petersen offers a comprehensive look at World War II era military identification. Published by Whitman Publishing Company, this pocket-sized manual features over 160 color illustrations detailing various ranks, unit patches, medals, and uniform placements. The back cover promotes the war effort with a "Buy War Bonds and Stamps" graphic. A significant piece of militaria history, it serves as an excellent reference for collectors and historians interested in the visual language of the U.S. Army during the early 1940s. Condition as pictured Author: Gordon A. J. Petersen Publisher: Whitman Publishing Company Copyright Year: 1941, 1943 Subject: Military Insignia & Decorations Format: Softcover / Booklet Illustrations: 160+ in color Era: World War II (WWII) Country: United States Language: English Topic: US Army Uniforms & Ranks Special Features: Revised Edition Back Cover: War Bonds Advertisement Model Number: No. 748 Origin: Printed in U.S.A. Keywords: WWII, Militaria, Army Heritage, Vintage Book, Military Reference, War Bonds, 1940s, Soldier Rank, Medals, Uniform Guide, Whitman Publishing, Americana, Historical Document, Combat Decorations, Infantry History