Sale 118 Spring Timed Auction

Lot: 1 - 'HELLDIVERS SQUADRON' SIGNED BOOK

'HELLDIVERS SQUADRON' SIGNED BOOK Interesting, signed book: 'Helldiver Squadron The Story of Carrier Bombing Squadron 17 with Task Force 58' by Robert Olds (New York: Dodd, Mead & Co.), 1944. 220pp. 8vo. in faded red cloth, an inked name and initials penned on front cover, interior fine. The front pastedown bears a bookplate showing a diving Helldiver bomber with 'Christmas 1944 Mercury Aircraft' images and a message from the president of the firm promoting the airplane and Mercury. The opposite page bears the signatures of 18 men and women, presumably administrators and/or assembly line workers at Mercury's plant fabricating Helldivers. Very good. Mercury Aircraft manufactured complete P-40 and SB2C Helldiver tail assemblies and fuel tanks during the war years.

Lot: 2 - ('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY'S LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT

('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY'S LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT ROBERT E. HALEY (1919-2004) American military officer in the 101st Airborne Division, a well-rounded student and athlete from Connecticut who served first with the 541st P.I.R., then more famously as 506 P.I.R. Headquarters platoon leader, company commander, and executive officer from late June, 1944 to August, 1945 during which he participated in the Operation Market Garden jump, Bastogne, and many other significant engagements of that famous regiment. He remained with the 506th, transferred to Co. E in July, 1945, until June, 1947. Great war-date partly-printed D.S. signed three times, 2pp. 4to., Ft. Benning, Aug. 19, 1943, Haley's 'Last Will and Testament' in which he leaves his entire estate to his widowed mother Julia S. Haley in Hartford, the second page specifying that he elects to have his remains interred in Hartford and all death benefits be also paid to his mother. Some chipping tiny edge bears and light toning, else very good.

Lot: 3 - (MEMPHIS BELLE) ROBERT MORGAN

(MEMPHIS BELLE) ROBERT MORGAN (1918 - 2004) Pilot of the B-17 'Memphis Belle', famous as the subject of a documentary and war bond drives. I.S.P., 8 x 10 in. b/w, a view of the crew of the 'Memphis Belle' in flying gear before the aircraft. Morgan signs at the upper left in black ink. In fine condition.

Lot: 4 - (U-505) HANS GOEBELER

(U-505) HANS GOEBELER (1923 - ) Kriegsmarine NCO serving in the control room of U-505, a U-boat famously captured by the United States Navy on 4 June 1944 and which survives as a museum ship in Chicago. The submarine was towed to Bermuda in secret, and her crew was interned in an American prisoner-of-war camp, where they were kept in isolation. The Navy classified the capture as top secret and went to great lengths to prevent the Germans from discovering it. It was Goebeler who opened the sea valve which he fully believed for years had been successful in sinking the submarine. Pair of signed presentations, each 12 x 16 in. and picturing Goebeler, a side view of U-505 and the ship's emblem, both dedicated and signed by him. Upon one print he notes: '...from the man who 'Pulled the Plug' on U-505...' Very good.

Lot: 5 - 56TH FIGHTER GROUP ACES GROUPING

56TH FIGHTER GROUP ACES GROUPING Lot of two items, includes a 1992 postal cover honoring the 56th Fighter Group, known as 'the Wolfpack' which had more ace pilots than any other Eighth Air Force fighter group. The 56th Fighter Group also destroyed more enemy aircraft in air combat than any other. The cover is signed by prominent 56th aces HUB ZEMKE, FRANCIS 'GABBY' GABRESKI, ROBERT S. JOHNSON, FRED CHRISTENSEN, JR. and GERALD W. JOHNSON, canceled April 13th,the day of the 56th's first combat sortie, in Charlotte,their first active duty station. WITH: a flyer with photo signed by ace ERNIE BANKEY. Two pieces, fine.

Lot: 6 - ADOLF GALLAND

ADOLF GALLAND (1911-1994) German fighter ace of World War II and general of fighters. Excellent signed lithograph, 28 x 20 in. color, an image of Galland in his Me-109E-4N catching sight of a Spitfire to his right. Boldly signed in dark pencil by Galland, also by artist John Ficklen. Limited edition no. 682/950. Fine condition.

Lot: 7 - ADOLF GALLAND

ADOLF GALLAND (1911 - 1994) German fighter ace of World War II and general of fighters. T.L.S., 1p. 8vo. [n.p., n.d., Germany, post war], responds to a man's inquiry concerning what he believes to be a collection of Hermann Goring's personal rail car silverware. Boldly signed, trimmed at top else very good.

Lot: 8 - ADOLF GALLAND

ADOLF GALLAND (1911 - 1994) German fighter ace of World War II and general of fighters. Nicely signed portrait on a 3.5 x 5.5 in. war-date Hoffmann postcard photograph. Very good.

Lot: 9 - ADOLF WOLF

ADOLF WOLF (1899-1973) German general in the Luftwaffe, commanded the 13. Flak Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. A.L.S. ‘Wolf', 1p. sm. 8vo., Bayreuth, Feb. 24, 1968, to Mr. Esser, sending greetings and a signed photograph. Fine. WITH: the said S.P. 3.5 x 4.5 in. b/w, a portrait displaying his Knights Cross, boldly signed in blue ink. Heavy mounting traces, otherwise good condition. Two pieces.

Lot: 10 - ALBERT SPEER

ALBERT SPEER (1905-1981) Nazi architect and Minister of Armaments and War Production, convicted of war crimes at Nuremberg. A group of five postcards sent from various places during Speer's travels in 1972, each penned in fountain ink to a friend in Philadelphia. Content varies, not translated. Overall, very good.

Lot: 11 - ALBERT SPEER

ALBERT SPEER (1905 - 1981) Nazi German architect and Minister of Armaments and War Production, convicted of war crimes at Nuremberg. Good content A.L.S. 'Albert' on his personal letterhead, 1p. 8vo., Heidelberg, [n.d.], to ‘Nila' and ‘Ord', in part: ‘...The book [Inside the Third Reich] is doing fine everywhere. Now it is fixed that it will be translated in foreign languages, among them Hebrew (Israel) and the two languages of Yugoslavia!…' He signs at the conclusion in black ink, adding a post-script offering to dedicate copies of the book. Shows a few folds throughout, else very good.

Lot: 12 - ALEXEY VLADIMIRSKY ARCHIVE (20)

ALEXEY VLADIMIRSKY ARCHIVE (20) A group of material from the files of ALEXEY VLADIMIRSKY, one of only two generals honored with four 'Orders of Kutuzov' for carrying out successful military operations during World War II. Includes: four certificates of commendation, 1p. folio each, 1945, with communist vignette at bottom and profile image of Josef Stalin at top. These were issued to Vladimirsky for his role in liberating Polish and German cities in 1945. Each is signed by General VLADIMIR KOLPAKCHY (1899-1961), Hero of the Soviet Union and commander of the famed 62nd Army during World War II. WITH: commendations for Vladimirsky's participation in the Battle of Berlin, victory over Germany, and a military promotion. TOGETHER WITH: 13 documents from Vladimirsky's career, many signed by high-ranking commanders. 20 items in all. Condition varies from very good to poor. Should be viewed. One additional lot related to this collection is also being sold in this auction as lot 93.

Lot: 13 - ALFRED TOPPE

ALFRED TOPPE (1904 - 1971) German general, commanded the North Branch of the Army, Chief of the General Staff of the X Army Corps, and Quartermaster General of the Army. A large, closely-cut signature on a slip of paper in blue ink. WITH: a 4.25 x 6.25 b/w photo, and a war-date portrait in uniform, bearing his facsimile signature at the bottom margin. Trimmed at the right margin. Two pieces.

Lot: 14 - ANDREY GRECHKO

ANDREY GRECHKO (1903 - 1976) Soviet general who desperately resisted the German advance in the south, liberated Kiev and the Ukraine and occupied Prague. Partly-printed D.S. as Head of the Kiev Military District, 2pp. 4to., 1949, a military evaluation of the deputy head of the Kiev Military District, signed with indelible pencil at conclusion as Commander of Troops of the Kiev Military District. Very good.

Lot: 15 - BALDUR VON SCHIRACH

BALDUR VON SCHIRACH (1907 - 1974) Nazi leader of the Hitler Youth and Gauleiter of Vienna, sentenced at Nuremburg to twenty years for war crimes. Scarce war-date T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Berlin, Mar. 20, 1942, a letter of condolence. In part: '...your son Fritz, Stammfuhrer F in Stamm II/324, fell in the East on the field of honor...Adolf Hitler's youth movement mourns with you. Proud of a comrade who, in his service at home and at the front, set an example for young Germany through his fulfillment of duty until his death, the Hitler Youth will faithfully preserve and honor the memory of your son Fritz. Thus, your son will live on....' Fine condition.

Lot: 16 - BERNHARD ROGGE

BERNHARD ROGGE (1899 - 1982) German admiral most remembered as commander of the raider Atlantis. Scarce partly-printed war-date L.S. with holograph salutation, 1p. 4to., Kiel, Feb. 17, 1942, sends thanks for congratulations sent to him upon his receipt of the Oak Leaves to the Knights Cross. One-fold, file holes at left, else fine.

Lot: 17 - BURKHART MULLER-HILLEBRAND

BURKHART MULLER-HILLEBRAND (1904 - 1987) German general, commander of the 16th Panzer Division, then until the end of 1943 as colonel commander of the 24th Panzer Regiment in Russia. From September 1944 until the end of the war, he served as Chief of the General Staff of the 3rd Panzer Army on the Eastern Front. S.P. 5.25 x 8.5 in. b/w, a chest, up pose in Bundeswehr uniform, signed on verso adding rank and position. WITH: an A.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Ginsterweg, June 13, 1976, forwarding the above photo and mentioning his service with SHAPE under generals Norstad and Lemnitzer. Two pieces, fine condition.

Lot: 18 - CLARENCE R. HUEBNER

CLARENCE R. HUEBNER (1888-1972) American general popularly known as the ‘Big Red One', he commanded the 1st Infantry Division in early August of 1943 and during the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, where it was the first force to face the Germans on Omaha Beach. He joined his men on the beach the same day. In January, 1945, Huebner was named commander of the V Corps, which he commanded in its advance to the Elbe river and where elements of the corps made the first contact with the Soviet Red Army. Following the German surrender, Huebner served as the Chief of Staff for all American forces in Europe, and in 1949 was named the final military governor of the American occupation zone in Germany. Uncommon S.P. 8 in. x 10 in. b/w, a press photo with an artist's rendition of Huebner in head and shoulders, signed at lower right. Wrinkling, damage and mounting remains to verso, a tear at left margin. Just good.

Lot: 19 - CONSTANTIN VON NEURATH

CONSTANTIN VON NEURATH (1873 - 1956) Nazi diplomat and Hitler's advisor on foreign affairs. Later served as Reich Protector of Bohemia and Moravia. Sentenced to 15 years at Nuremberg. Partly-printed D.S. 1p. oblong 12mo., Berlin, Nov. 21, 1927, a receipt for a book bought for Christmas. Light staining otherwise fine. Includes a 1.75 x 2.5 in. photograph mounted to a 2.25 x 3 in. board. Slight tear, otherwise fine.

Lot: 20 - DOOLITTLE RAIDERS

DOOLITTLE RAIDERS An 8.5 x 11 in. print of Milton Caniff's portrait of James H. Doolittle, signed in pencil by six Raiders: RICHARD E. COLE, DAVID J. THATCHER, THOMAS GRIFFIN, CHASE J. NIELSON, FRANK A. KAPPELER and ED HORTON. Lightly creased at bottom left margin, else very good.

Lot: 21 - DOOLITTLE RAIDERS

DOOLITTLE RAIDERS A 5.5 x 8 in. bookplate signed by 10 raiders: FRANK A. KAPPELER, EDWARD SAYLOR, DAVID J. THATCHER, TOM GRIFFIN, RICHARD E. COLE, ROBERT L. HITE, DAVY JONES, CHARLES J. OZUK, ED HORTON and WILLIAM M. BOWER. Set into a 14 x 11 in. mat with a Caniff portrait of Jimmy Doolittle and in fine condition. Ideal for display.

Lot: 22 - EDUARD VON BOHM-ERMOLLI

EDUARD VON BOHM-ERMOLLI (1856-1941) Austrian general in World War I who rose in rank to Field Marshal in the Austro-Hungarian Army and, on 30 October 1940, was made a German Generalfeldmarschall. Excessively rare S.P. 4 x 6 in. color, a postcard image signed at bottom blank margin in blue indelible pencil. Very good.

Lot: 23 - EDWARD HENRY O’HARE

EDWARD HENRY O'HARE (1914-1943) Lt. Commander, U.S.N. ace, and Medal of Honor recipient. He was the Navy's first fighter ace of the war single-handedly attacking a formation of nine medium bombers. O'Hare was shot down Nov. 26, 1943 near the Gilbert Islands. In subsequent years a Naval destroyer and airport were named in his honor. Signed commemorative Navy FDC, dated Feb. 18, 1937. Glue remnants at the bottom right, else very good.

Lot: 24 - ERNST BUSCH

ERNST BUSCH (1885 - 1945) German field marshal, served under List during the invasion of Poland and the following year led the German 16th Army during the Western Offensive. Defeated in Russia, he was sacked by Hitler, recalled to defend against Montgomery's advance, and died in a POW camp after capture. Typed war-date D.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., [n.p.], Feb. 1, 1944. In part: '...The attached process will be sent back. I support the proposal to award the German Cross in Silver to Maj. D. R. Feickert...'. Light toning, file holes at the left margin, else fine.

Lot: 25 - ERNST GURKE

ERNST GURKE (1899 - 1946) Commander of the 43rd Motorized Flak Regiment in North Africa, awarded the Knights Cross, died a POW in the hands of the Russians. S.P. 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, a chest, up pose displaying his Knights Cross, signed at bottom in indelible pencil with fair to poor contrast.

Lot: 26 - ERNST WILHELM BOHLE

(1903 - 1960) Nazi Gauleiter of the overseas branch, accused of assisting Hess in writing a letter in English to the Duke of Hamilton, but cleared himself by claiming that be believed Hess had had Hitler's authority. Tried for war crimes. Bold signature on a small slip, fine.

Lot: 27 - ERWIN FISCHER

ERWIN FISCHER (1912-1996) Luftwaffe pilot and recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves participated in the campaigns in Britain, France, North Africa, and Malta. S.P., 3.75 x 5.5 in., b/w, a Hoffman postcard depicting a chest up pose of Fischer in uniform prominently wearing his Knights Cross, signed at the bottom adding rank. Fine.

Lot: 28 - FRANCIS ‘GABBY’ GABRESKI

FRANCIS ‘GABBY' GABRESKI (1919 - 2002) The top American fighter ace in Europe during World War II (34 1/2 kills), a jet fighter ace in Korea, and a career officer in the Air Force. Signed and inscribed book, ‘Gabby; A Fighter Pilot's Life', by Francis Gabreski with Carl Molesworth (New York: Orion Books), 1991. 277pp. 8vo. Gabreski signs boldly in black ink on the front flyleaf, adding an inscription, ‘To Joseph, My Best Wishes, Francis Gabreski, ‘Gabby'. Fine.

Lot: 29 - FRANZ SELDTE

FRANZ SELDTE (1882 - 1947) Nazi Reichsminister of Labor and Gauleiter of Moselland, indicted at Nuremberg but died before the trial commenced. T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Berlin, June 30, 1938, to ‘Herr Goetz'. In part: ‘…I would like to thank you very much for your kind birthday wishes. At the same time, I would like to wish you a good rest on your upcoming vacation. I myself will probably not be able to relax until the second half of next month. However, I would be very pleased to be able to welcome you to our new home in the Europahaus after my return…' File holes with some folds, otherwise very good.

Lot: 30 - FRIEDRICH K. F. VON EBERSTEIN

FRIEDRICH K. F. VON EBERSTEIN (1894 - 1979) Early member of the Nazi party, the SA, the SS, Reichstag delegate, an HSSPF and SS-Oberabschnitt Fuhrer, responsible for introducing Himmler and Heydrich, and as police president of Munich, he relayed Hitler's orders on Kristallnacht. Later denied all wrongdoing at Nuremberg. T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Munich, Nov. 17, 1936, in part: ‘…The SS Upper Section South agrees to the full-time employment of the SS Sturmbannfuhrer Hettesheimer as inspector of the Rhine main department from January 1, 1937.Hettesheimer's assessment at the time was due to his hearing loss, but this did not rule out full-time employment…' Very good.

Lot: 31 - FRIEDRICH-CARL VON STEINKELLER

FRIEDRICH-CARL VON STEINKELLER (1896 – 1981) German general and recipient of the Knight's Cross, commander of Panzer-Grenadier-Division Feldherrnhalle in the central sector of the Eastern Front. Steinkeller surrendered to the Red Army during the Mogilev Offensive in June 1944. T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Hannover, Feb. 20, 1962, in German to an American researcher regarding a photograph sent to his correspondent, adding: ‘...Everything I owned was lost during the occupation of Jena in April 1945…'. He offers to purchase a few German reference books for his correspondent, especially recommending 'Sacrifice of the Generals'. Fine.

Lot: 32 - GERHARD FEYERABEND

GERHARD FEYERABEND (1898 - 1965) German general and recipient of the Kinght's Cross who commanded the 87th and 11th Infanterie Divisions for the entire duration of the war. Feyerabend surrendered to the Soviet forces in the Courland Pocket and was released in 1947. Fine content T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Bad Oeynhausen, Dec. 4, 1959, in German. Feyerabend opens his letter joking about his knowledge of English and promising to send a photograph. He then sets forth his biographical details with much emphasis on his military service in both world wars. In part: ‘...1911, I joined the Royal Prussian Cadet Corps...became part of the East Prussian Field Artillery Regiment 82...took part in the battles in Russian and Romania in 1916 and in France in 1917 and 1918...assigned to 1st Artillery Regiment in the Reichswehr...in the driver's assistant training in Konigsberg and Berlin and was transferred to the general staff...1945-1947 I was in British captivity...'. Folds, else fine.

Lot: 33 - GERHARD MULLER

GERHARD MULLER (1896 - 1977) German general, commanded several different Panzer divisions toward the end of the war, lost his left arm in combat, recipient of the Knights Cross. A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., Landau, June 2, 1961, in German, untranslated. One fold, else fine.

Lot: 34 - GERHARD WAGNER

(1898 – 1987) German admiral and naval attache in Madrid, Spain. The 'Wagner Campaign' was named after him, via which from January to August 1940, tons of strategic commodities, mainly tungsten, were exported from Spain to Germany. Wagner was also signatory to the German surrender to Montgomery at Luneberg Heath. Lot of two signed items, includes an S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, a seated pose in uniform signed adding rank; with a T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Bonn, Feb. 19, 1960 in German sending the photo, mentioning that his papers had been lost during the war, and giving the address of another admiral. Fine.

Lot: 35 - GERMANY'S TOP AVIATORS

GERMANY'S TOP AVIATORS Great German postal cover honoring 'Jabo G 31 B', signed by three of the country's top aviators of World War II: GUNTER RALL (1918-2009) German fighter pilot and third highest ace with 275 'kills'; ERICH HARTMANN (1922-1993) German ace, the top ace of all time, with 352 aerial kills during which he never lost a wing man. Captured and held by the Soviets for ten years, and HAJO HERMANN (1913–2010) Luftwaffe bomber pilot in Condor Legion Kampfgeschwader 4, later flew bombing missions in Poland, Norway and Britain as Commander of the 7th Staffel of KG 4. Later served in Sicily, where his group attacked Malta and Greece. Awarded the Knight's with Oak Leaves and Swords. Fine condition.

Lot: 36 - GOTTLOB BERGER

GOTTLOB BERGER (1896 - 1975) SS Obergruppenfuhrer, Chief of Staff for the Waffen-SS and head of the SS Main Office, tried for POW death marches and convicted in 1949 for his role in the genocide of European Jews and sentenced to 25 years in prison. His sentence was mitigated by the fact that he aided prominent prisoners to escape. Scarce black ink signature as SS-Brigadefuhrer and Chief of the SS Supplement Office, cut from a document. Loosely pasted beneath a printed portrait in uniform on a 8.5 x 11 in. card.

Lot: 37 - GUNTHER KRAPPE

GUNTHER KRAPPE (1893 - 1981) German commander of the 61st Infantry Division which participated in the invasion of Poland, capture of Fort Eben Emael, the siege of Dunkirk, and the siege of Leningrad. A.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Altona, Dec. 12, 1965, in German. Not translated but makes mention of Operation Felix-Isabella, Hitler's plan for the capture of Gibraltar, the Spanish Canary Islands, and the Portuguese Cape Verde Islands in an effort to draw Spain into the war. Very good.

Lot: 38 - GUNTHER RALL

GUNTHER RALL (1918 - 2009) German fighter pilot and third highest ace with 275 'kills'. S.P., 8 x 10 in. b/w, a composite photographs showing Rall during the war years in a portrait, meeting Hitler, and in his aircraft, boldly signed in black marker. Fine.

Lot: 39 - GUNTHER RALL

GUNTHER RALL (1918 - 2009) German fighter pilot and third highest ace with 275 'kills'. S.P., 8 x 10 in. b/w, a composite photographs showing Rall during the war years in a portrait, meeting Hitler, and in his aircraft, boldly signed in black marker. Fine.

Lot: 40 - GUNTHER RALL

GUNTHER RALL (1918 - 2009) German fighter pilot and third highest ace with 275 'kills'. S.P., 8 x 10 in. b/w, a composite photographs showing Rall during the war years in a portrait, meeting Hitler, and in his aircraft, boldly signed in black marker. Fine.

Lot: 41 - GUNTHER RALL AND ADOLF GALLAND

GUNTHER RALL AND ADOLF GALLAND Good lot of three signed items, includes: GUNTHER RALL (1918-2009) German fighter pilot and third highest ace with 275 'kills', two signed 8 x 10 in. photos, and ADOLF GALLAND (1911-1994) German fighter ace of World War II and general of fighters, a 3.5 x 4.5 in. b/w signed photo. Very good.

Lot: 42 - GUSTAV HARTENECK

(1892 - 1984) German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II, a hero of the Eastern Front and a recipient of the Knight's Cross. S.P., 4 x 6 in., a photo postcard showing an artistic rendering of Harteneck from the chest, up in uniform. The image was created by propaganda artist, Wolfgang Willrich.

Lot: 43 - GUSTAV VON VAERST

(1894 - 1975) German Panzer corps general of World War II. A.L.S., 'v. Vaerst', 1p. 12mo., Stockheim, June 24, 1967, to Dr. Charles B. Burdick. Von Vaerst transmits a photo as requested by Burdick (not present), and wishes Burdick all the best with his scholarly work. Fine.

Lot: 44 - HANS LUDIN

HANS LUDIN (1905-1947), SA-Obergruppenfuhrer and ambassador to the Slovak Republic who was executed after the war for his role is securing slave labor from that country. S.P., 2.5 x 2.75 in., a portrait photo mounted to a 4.5 x 7.25 in. piece of paper, signed beneath. Fine.

Lot: 45 - HANS SCHEMM

HANS SCHEMM (1891 - 1935) Gauleiter of the Bayerische Ostmark and an SA Gruppenfuhrer. Mortally injured in an airplane crash. S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, a fine Hoffmann portrait boldly signed in pencil at left. Very fine.

Lot: 46 - HANS VAN DER MOSEL

HANS VAN DER MOSEL (1898 - 1969) German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II, a recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. Mosel surrendered to American forces on 19 September 1944 after the fall of Brest which he commanded through a one-month siege. T.L.S. on air mail letterhead, 1p. legal folio, Nienburg, Jan. 18, 1962, to an American fan sending a photo (not included), and adding: '...it is not nice. It is copied from the original because only a few pictures from that time could be saved by my family when [Germany] collapsed...almost all the documents I owned are no longer available...The Red Army cleared out the apartment and my family fled to West Germany while I was a prisoner of war [in the U.S.]...' Two tiny holograph emendations, otherwise fine.

Lot: 47 - HANS VON AHLFEN

HANS VON AHLFEN (1897-1966) German general and commander of a motorized pioneer battalion, serving on the eastern front and later in Norway. Later commandant of 'Fortress Breslau' at the beginning of the siege of the city in early 1945, but was dismissed by Hitler because of strategic differences. S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, a portrait in uniform signed on the verso. Fine.

Lot: 48 - HANS VON SEECKT

HANS VON SEECKT (1866 – 1936) German military officer and Chief of Staff to August von Mackensen, a central figure in planning the victories Mackensen achieved in the east during the First World War. He later served as Commander in Chief of the Reichswehr and laid the foundation for the doctrine, tactics, organization, and training of the Wehrmacht. Scarce, good content T.L.S. 1p. legal folio, Berlin, Nov. 10, 1919, in part: '...The summons of the captain could only be welcomed here in order to correct the statements of Ambassador Count Bernstorff. Whether Captain [Franz] v. Papen is to be summoned, is not known here. If necessary, any support would be part of it. The result of the examination of the application for action against the 'Vorwart' is hereby requested'. Signed at conclusion in black pencil. Von Seeckt's statements most likely refer to future Chancellor of German FRANZ VON PAPEN'S refusal to obey an order issued by the new Weimar Republic, dictating that all German Army corps form soldier's councils. Von Papen's commander, General Otto Liman von Sanders of the Asia Corps, attempted to comply with this order, while von Papen refused. When von Sanders ordered von Papen arrested for insubordination, he fled to Germany in civilian clothes and met personally with Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg, whom he persuaded to drop the charge. Folds with one small split, a small tear at top margin, signed in pencil. Very good.

Lot: 49 - HANS-GEORG VON SEIDEL

HANS-GEORG VON SEIDEL (1891-1955) German General der Flieger who oversaw the organization, armament, maintenance, and supply of the Luftwaffe during World War II. Great association yet cryptic A.L.S. on integral address leaf prisoner of war stationery, 1p., 12.75 x 6 in. (open), Island Farm Prison Camp, Bridgend, South Wales, Dec. 27, 1947, in German. During the last year of his Allied captivity and as leader of high-ranking prisoners at Special Camp 11, von Seidel appeals on behalf of Field Marshal PAUL LUDWIG EWALD VON KLEIST to Major Frederick Bieri, Chief Delegate to the London Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross. In part: '…May the year of 1948 be your year of the last P.O.W. in England, so that you, too, may be able to go home...I am very glad that F.M. v. R. [Field Marshal GERD VON RUNDSTEDT] had the opportunity to visit his very ill son in Hannover...A very important matter bothers me. A short time ago I received a letter from a gentleman from Camp Neustadt (U.S. Zone), which contained brief news that Mrs. von Kleist received from her husband through unknown sources…The old firm would have taken him back months ago…So nothing may be changed…The news before last of von Kleist to his wife was in February when he was very optimistic about the end of his stay in B. Perhaps his 'activity' in B. then was ended. Since that time he is waiting. If I interpret this correctly, he is possibly in [?] for a while longer…With [von Rundstedt's] permission and because of comrade-relationship/and human responsibility I find it necessary to let you know about these developments and I am asking you to try to take whatever steps you may find necessary in this matter…'. Very good.

Lot: 50 - HANS-GEORG VON SEIDEL

HANS-GEORG VON SEIDEL (1891 - 1955) German General der Flieger that oversaw the organization, armament, maintenance, and supply of the Luftwaffe during World War II. A.L.S. in German, 2pp. 8vo., April 25, 1948, a grateful letter sent during his post-war captivity to Major Fred Bieri of the International Red Cross. In part: '... I got your letter and two packages with different articles and newspapers and you don't know what it means to me to read something in my own language, so I can get my mind off present problems. The first time here, it was very hard for me, but through you, I always find the latest news from my family. We are sometimes very depressed to see all the wounded and cannot help. Still, everybody has to find his own way to go on living. I start now to work on the papers (release papers) and the English will send them to you...'. A few weeks after this letter was written, von Seidel would be transferred to a different camp for repatriation and later release. Two file holes, else fine. Sold with a translation.

Lot: 51 - HANS-JURGEN STUMPFF

HANS-JURGEN STUMPFF (1889-1968) Luftwaffe general and Chief of Staff of the Luftwaffe from 1937 to 1939, commanded Luftflotte 5, with which he took part in the Battle of Britain, operating out of Norway against Scotland and Northern England. S.P., 5 x 6.75 in. b/w, shows Stumpff in head and shoulders and boldly signed at the bottom margin in black ink. Mounting traces to the verso, otherwise very good condition.

Lot: 52 - HASSO VON MANTEUFFEL

HASSO VON MANTEUFFEL (1897-1978) Commander of the 5th Panzer Army which spearheaded the ill-fated Ardennes offensive of January 1945. After vainly requesting more help from a vacillating Hitler, he spoke despairingly of 'a corporal's war.' Unusual but perhaps unsurprising content T.L.S. on integral address leaf air mail letterhead, in which Manteuffel expresses support for President Richard Nixon and joy at his party winning the election, 1p. 4to., Diessen, Nov. 13, 1974, in English to Ralph Deligatti in Nevada. After discussing health matters, Manteuffel sets forth his political views, in part: ‘…The fate of Nixon is deplorable! The new President has a great deal of troubles with his reforms to stop the inflation in your country! The political situation in our country is bad too because we have 3.2% unemployed workers and a lot of short-time workers mainly in the automotive industry…We won the elections for the Bavarian government with 62.2%, that it important against the Socialists!...'. Showthrough from return address label, else very good.

Lot: 53 - HAYDON L. BOATNER

HAYDON L. BOATNER (1900 – 1977) Major general in the U.S. Army who served in World War II and the Korean War. He served as commanding officer of the forward echelon in Burma in 1942 and was subsequently chief of staff of the Chinese Army in Burma from 1942 to 1943. He was commanding general of combat troops in northwest Burma from 1943 to 1944 and chief of staff of Chinese Combat Command from 1944 to 1945. Scarce war-dale A.L.S. signed twice and adding rank as brigadier general, Burma, Aug. 10, 1944 noting that his address at the top of the letter: '...is that of the service headquarters. Under it are Chinese, British and American troops. General J. W. Stillwell is commanding general and the undersigned is Chief of Staff...' Fine.

Lot: 54 - HEINRICH TRETTNER AND KARLE-EDWARD WILKE

HEINRICH TRETTNER AND KARLE-EDWARD WILKE Good lot of three signed pieces, includes: HEINRICH TRETTNER (1907-2006) German Luftwaffe general, commander of the 4th Fallschirmjaeger, best known for actions during the Spanish Civil War and the battle of Crete, an S.P., 3.5 x 5 in. b/w, a reprint of a war-date image of Trettner in a chest, up profile view in uniform, dated and signed post war; a second S.P., 4 x 6 in., b/w, a reprint of a war-date image of Trettner in the same type of view, along with a modern unsigned color print of Trettner. WITH: KARLE-EDWARD WILKE (1901-1990) Major general in the Luftwaffe, commander of Kampfgeschwader 53, flew He-111s over Russia, served as Chief of Staff to the Commanding General of the Luftwaffe in Romania and near war's end taking over the 15th Flieger Division, an S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, a portrait in uniform, signed postwar at bottom. Very good. three pieces.

Lot: 55 - HEINZ GUDERIAN AND ADOLF STRAUSS

HEINZ GUDERIAN AND ADOLF STRAUSS HEINZ GUDERIAN (1888-1953) German general and Hitler's Army Chief of Staff, the inventor of the 'blitzkrieg' who commanded panzers in the Poland and France, and in the Russian campaign. ADOLF STRAUSS (1879-1973) Wehrmacht General, commander of the II Army Corps during the German Invasion of Poland, later appointed commander of the 9th Army in France, then participated in Operation Barbarossa with Army Group Centre. Recipient of the Knights Cross. Excellent first-edition copy of Heinrich Hoffmann's 'Mit Hitler im Westen' ('With Hitler in the West') (Zeitgeschichte-Verlag: Berlin), 1940. 130pp. 4to. in red cloth boards with silver titles. Guderian signs in black ink on an image of him in uniform, found in one of the central pages. Strauss boldly signs on an image of him meeting Adolf Hitler, found on a later page, adding rank and the date '7.3.[19]64.' Very good.

Lot: 56 - HEINZ GUNTHER GUDERIAN

HEINZ GUNTHER GUDERIAN (1914 - 2004) German Major General and Inspector of Panzer Troops in the West German Bundeswehr and NATO, Knight's Cross recipient, and son of World War II General Heinz Guderian. S.P. 3.5 x 5 in. b/w, shows Guderian in his older years in uniform, signed at bottom in blue ink. Contrast fair, else fine condition.

Lot: 57 - HEINZ JURGENS

HEINZ JURGENS (1917-2008) German major commanded the 4th SS Police Panzer Grenadier Division, recipient of the Knight Cross. T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Landau, Germany, Aug. 6, 1986, sending his autograph. Signed in blue ink at the conclusion. Mailing fold, else fine.

Lot: 58 - HELMUT FORSTER

HELMUT FORSTER (1889 – 1965) German Luftwaffe general and Knights Cross recipient. During the invasion of Poland, Forster commanded the Lehrdivision and later was appointed as military governor of the German-occupied territory of Serbia. Fine war date S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, a chest, up pose boldly signed at the bottom and adding rank. Fine.

Lot: 59 - HELMUTH REYMANN

HELMUTH REYMANN (1892 - 1988) German lieutenant general, he suffered massive troop losses in the Courland Pocket. Most remembered as one of the last defenders of Berlin, he signed over 2,000 passes for high-level Nazis who sought to flee the city, describing them as ‘armchair warriors'. Fine content A.L.S. signed three times, 2pp. 4to., Germany, Nov. 9, 1977, in German. Reymann writes out his complete military history, listing posts, ranks held, and awards. Three tiny glue traces in margins, folds, else very good.

Lot: 60 - HENRI DE KERRILIS

HENRI DE KERRILIS (1889-1959) French aviator and hero of World War I and awarded the Legion of Honor. Unabashedly right-wing, he went into exile in England in 1940 rather than be arrested for resisting French appeasement of Germany after the July armistice. Fine content A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Paris, June 15, 1938, on his Chamber Deputies letterhead to an unnamed gentleman signing of the disastrous Munich Pact with Hitler only a week earlier. In part: ‘…Thank you for your letter…Yes, we have just performed a good action by reconciling. Nothing could have been more demoralizing for the nationals than the struggle in which we are engaging. We ourselves, without the awareness of our responsibilities and duties, can only diminish ourselves in your eyes. Count on my absolute loyalty and my desire to collaborate with you for the cause we serve. Allow me to…'. Worthy of further research! An ink burn at the right margin does not affect text, otherwise very good. Less than a month after this letter, France along with 31 other countries would convene the Evian Conference organized by Franklin D. Roosevelt to address the problem of German and Austrian Jews wishing to flee persecution. Unsurprisingly, France was not willing to ease immigration policies – nor were most of the other counties present.

Lot: 61 - HERMANN MEYER-RAMBINGEN

HERMANN MEYER-RAMBINGEN (1887 - 1961) German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II and a recipient of the Knight's Cross. He commanded the 197th Infantry Division which was later destroyed near Vitebsk during Operation Bagration in the summer of 1944. A.L.S., twice signed, 2pp. 4to., Helle, June 19, 1960, in German, untranslated. Signed at the top left and again at the conclusion. Folds, else fine.

Lot: 62 - HERMANN REINECKE

HERMANN REINECKE (1888 - 1973) German general of infantry, head of the General Office of the Armed Forces at OKW and head of the office for the NSFO providing political propaganda to the Wehrmacht. Convicted of war crimes and sentenced to life, released in 1954. Fine association A.L.S. on his personal letterhead and signed in full, 2pp. 4to., Hamburg, Feb. 6, 1957 to ‘Mein...Feldmarshall' [Kesselring], in German. Untranslated, should be researched. Folds, else fine. From a large volume of letters consigned to use from Kesselring's estate.

Lot: 63 - HERMANN ROCHLING

HERMANN ROCHLING (1872 – 1955) German steel manufacturer, a Pan-German nationalist and strongly anti-semitic. After the accession of Adolf Hitler he became an influential member of the Nazi Party. During World War II he was made responsible for coordination of the iron and steel industry in occupied Lorraine, and later in the whole of Germany and the occupied territories and used prisoners of war for forced labor in the steel works. After the war he was tried and convicted of war crimes. rare S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, shows Rochling speaking before a microphone. Signed with poor contrast, else very good.

Lot: 64 - HORST VON SCHROETER

HORST VON SCHROETER (1919 - 2006) German U-boat commander during World War II and a Knight's Cross recipient. He sank seven ships in four patrols. Lot of two signed items, including an S.P. 3.75 x 5.5 in. b/w, a half-length pose in uniform signed at the bottom adding his rank and commands. WITH: a T.L.S. on NATO letterhead, 1p. 4to., Karup, May 3, 1977, in German sending the image and offering friendly greetings. Both pieces are fine.

Lot: 65 - HUGH C. STOCKWELL

(1903-1986) British army officer who commanded forces during the Suez Crisis and World War II. Later served as Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe of NATO. A.L.S. on War Office letterhead, 1p. 8vo., London, Oct. 4, 1957, sending his autograph.

Lot: 66 - HUGH J. CASEY

HUGH J. CASEY (1898 - 1981) American major general, served as MacArthur's chief engineer during the Battle of Bataan, in New Guinea and the Philippines, and during the occupation of Japan. In the Battle of Leyte, he commanded the Army Support Command (ASCOM), which was responsible for all construction and logistics activities in the forward area. A.N.S. on his official letterhead, 1p. 4to., 'Somewhere in the Philippines', Nov. 5, 1944, sending his signature to an admirer and adding his rank. Fine.

Lot: 67 - INGEBORG ALIX PRINZESSIN STEPHAN SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE

(1901 - 1996) German noblewoman and Nazi sympathizer, sister-in-law of SS-Obergruppenfuhrer Josias Erbprinz zu Waldeck und Pyrmont. Her husband was SS-OStubaf. Prinz Stephan zu Schaumburg-Lippe. She assisted SS units in the rescue of Germans during the Prague uprising. Lot of four A.L.S.'s, 22pp. 4to., Berg, 1987-91, to an unknown admirer. An unrepentant Nazi, the woman discusses a hoped-for freeing of Hess, a visit by Arthur Axmann, Otto Weidinger, an English reporter who is writing a book about Nazis, etc. Fine.

Lot: 68 - ITALIAN MEDALS (11)

ITALIAN MEDALS (11) Lot of eleven war-date and postwar Italian military medals, including those honoring the conquest of Albania, the campaign against France, guarding of the National Monument, and six medals for long service in the Italian Army. Very good, sold as a lot, as is.

Lot: 69 - ITALIAN RANKING OFFICERS

Three signed items from Italian military leaders of World War II including an S.P., 9 x 11.5 in. b/w, print of Lieutenant-General LAZARRO MAURIZIO DE CASTIGLIONE (1888-1962) standing at his desk, boldly signed in blue ink, adding '15/9/53'; WITH an I.S.P., 4 x 5 in. b/w, Navy Admiral MASSIMO GIROSI in a relaxed pose; WITH S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 b/w, portrait of Admiral PAOLO THAON DI RAVEL in uniform, with A.N.S. on verso. Three pieces. Fine.

Lot: 70 - IVAN BAGRAMYAN

IVAN BAGRAMYAN (1897 - 1982) Russian marshal, instrumental in the planning of two Soviet counter-offensives against the Germans, including the major push made by Soviet forces during the battle of Moscow, and in the battle of Kursk, Type D.S. in pencil with multiple holograph corrections, 3pp. 4to., [n.p., n.d., ca. 1960], a biographical quotation and answer corrected throughout by the great general who boldly signs at conclusion. Fine.

Lot: 71 - JOACHIM HELBIG

JOACHIM HELBIG (1915 – 1985) German bomber pilot who served almost all of his career with Lehrgeschwader 1. Participated in the invasion of Poland, the Norwegian Campaign, and in the battles of the Netherlands, Belgium, France and Britain. Later served in North Africa and Russia where he surrendered. Recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords. Fine war-date S.P. 4 x 5.75 in. b/w, a real-photo postcard of Helbig in uniform wit his award displayed, signed in blue fountain ink at lower left. Creasing and staple holes to lower left, otherwise very good.

Lot: 72 - JOHANN LUDWIG GRAF SCHWERIN VON KROSIGK

JOHANN LUDWIG GRAF SCHWERIN VON KROSIGK (1887 - 1977) German jurist and senior government official, served during May 1945 as Leading Minister of the German Reich, the equivalent of a Chancellorship in the short-lived government of Reich President Karl Donitz. Tried and sentenced to ten years at Nuremberg Ministries Trials. S.P. 5 x 7 in. b/w, a formal chest, up portrait signed later in life. Signed on a darker part of the photo, contrast is just fair.

Lot: 73 - JOHANN RAITHEL

JOHANN RAITHEL (1897 - 1961) Generalleutnant in the Luftwaffe and recipient of the Knight's Cross. Commanded Bomber Wing 77. Fine war-date S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, shows the general studying a map. Boldly signed adding rank, with Berlin, 1942 postal cancel on the verso. Very good.

Lot: 74 - JOHANN VON RAVENSTEIN

JOHANN VON RAVENSTEIN (1889 - 1962) German general in the Wehrmacht, commanded the 6th Panzer Division and captured Giraud's headquarters, led 21st Panzer Division from May 1941 under Rommel in North Africa until being captured at Tobruk in November 1941. A recipient of the Knight's Cross. A.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 2pp. 4to., Duisburg, Germany, May 4, 1959, in German and untranslated. Folds, else fine.

Lot: 75 - JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT

JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT (1883 - 1953) 'Skinny', American general who defended Bataan and Coregidor after MacArthur's withdrawal early in World War II. Scarce early signature 'J.M. Wainwright' in black ink on the verso of a 7.5 x 3 in. check, dated on the face 1915, thereby endorsing it and then forwarding it to the International Banking Corporation. Shows folds, else very good.

Lot: 76 - JOSEPH VON RADOWITZ

JOSEPH VON RADOWITZ (1899 – 1956) German general and recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, he fought desperately against the Russians in the closing weeks of the war. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], Apr. 20, 1942, an award of the War Merit Cross with Swords, 2nd Class to a man in his command. Radowitz cosigns as adjutant beneath the printed signature of Rudolf Schmidt (1886–1957), Wehrmacht general who commanded the 2nd Panzer Army on the Eastern Front.

Lot: 77 - KARL DECKER

KARL DECKER (1897 – 1945) German panzer general who fought in Poland, France, Greece and Russia, committed suicide in the Ruhr Pocket once his situation became hopeless. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords. Scarce war-date partly-printed D.S., 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], Aug. 6, 1944, an award of the Iron Cross, 2nd Class. One fold, wrinkled with some stains.

Lot: 78 - KARL DONITZ

KARL DONITZ (1891 - 1980) German admiral who headed the U-Boat arm of the German Navy, later succeeded Hitler as Fuhrer after Hitler's suicide. Two items: an A.D.S. 1p. oblong 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], an inscribed and signed thank you note for birthday wishes. WITH: S.P. 4 x 6 in. b/w, a reproduction of a war-date image, boldly signed across bottom. One small scuff on verso, otherwise very good. Two pieces.

Lot: 79 - KARL ULLRICH

KARL ULLRICH (1910 - 1996) Last commander of the SS Division Wiking in the Waffen-SS, recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. After the war, he authored an account of the SS Division Totenkopf. Two signed items, includes: good association T.L.S. in German on personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Bad Reichenhall, Germany, June 10, 1989, sending signed prints. Ullrich also writes about two prominent SS soldiers, Sepp Dietrich and Joachim Peiper, in part:'...The first broadcast on March 15th, 1989 included the picture of Jochen Peiper. I was at war school with him. We were friends until his death. He was murdered by the French after the war. Sepp Dietrich was a fatherly friend to me until his death…'. Ullrich signs at the conclusion in black ink which exhibits some skipping and lightness in areas. Original mailing folds, light pencil translations above some of the text, else very good. WITH: I.S.P. 3.5 x 5 in. glossy b/w reproduction of a war-time image showing Ullrich receiving the Knight's Cross from Adolf Hitler. Signed on the reverse with blue ink, adding that the photo was taken at Fuhrer Headquarters on July 29, 1944 and that he was the 480th soldier to receive the Oak Leaves. Two pieces.

Lot: 80 - KELLER E. ROCKEY

KELLER E. ROCKEY (1888 - 1970) American general who commanded the Fifth Marine Division at Iwo Jima and later the 3rd Amphibious Corps. Probable war-date I.S.P., 8 x 10 in. b/w, a bust portrait in uniform signed at bottom adding 'Marine Corps'. Very good.

Lot: 81 - KNIGHTS CROSS RECIPIENTS (4)

KNIGHTS CROSS RECIPIENTS (4) Lot of four signed letters and documents by Knights Cross recipients, including HANS SPEIDEL, HEINZ GREINER, GUSTAV-GEORG KNABE, and HANS FREIHERR VON BOINEBURG. Greiner signs a D.S. on his personal letterhead titled 'Lebenlslauf' or 'summary of his military career', 2pp. 4to., Rottach, April 6, 1960. Included with this document is a 1944 German press photo of the general. Von Boineburg writes a T.L.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., Kassel, Jan. 29, 1973, in German, offering his help to a researcher. Knabe writes an A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Bad Duerkheim, March 5, 1962, to an unnamed general explaining he owns several photos of the funeral of the President of Hindenburg. Included with this letter is a cut article on Knabe. Speidel signs a D.S., 2pp. 4to., Aug. 8, 1970, in which he offers his notes on a book titled 'Decision at Kharkov' which details the pivotal Eastern Front battle. In part: '...The 8th Italian Army was originally deployed to the northern front on the Don River under the command of col. Gen. Italo Garibaldi....but it was already breached...a mass attack on the Hungarian Army...took place on January 13th...the High Command of the 8th Italian Army had to relocate the command post...'. All documents and letters bear mailing folds, else fine.

Lot: 82 - KNIGHTS CROSS WINNERS HILDEBRANDT AND VON SAUCKEN

KNIGHTS CROSS WINNERS HILDEBRANDT AND VON SAUCKEN A nice pair of Knight's Cross winners signatures in various formats including DIETRICH VON SAUCKEN (1892 - 1980) German general, commander of the 2nd Army as it was pushed into Latvia, the last to receive the Diamonds, from Donitz as Chief of State, a signed postcard commemorating Valley Forge, and HANS-GEORG HILDEBRANDT (1896 - 1967) German general, commander of the 21st Panzer Division in North Africa and the 715th Infantry Division in Italy from January 1944 to September 1944, held in British captivity for over two years until his release in 1947, an A.L.S., 1p, 4to., Frankfurt, [n.d.], in part ‘…I am completely satisfied with your proposition regarding the documents. They will be mailed this week…'. Very good to fine.

Lot: 83 - KONSTANTIN HIERL

KONSTANTIN HIERL (1875 - 1955) Head of the Reichsarbeitsdienst (RAD), one of only two recipients of the German Order to survive the war. T.L.S. 'Hierl', 2pp. 4to., Munich, Jan. 28, 1931, to HANNS LUDIN (1905-1947), the Third Reich's future ambassador to the Slovak Republic. Hierl, at this time a member of the Reichstag, writes to Ludin during the latter's imprisonment at Rastatt for disseminating pro-NSDAP propaganda within his Reichswehr artillery regiment. Hierl advises him not to seek legal action against the Chief of the Army Command, and promises to bring up Ludin's case during debates on the defense budget in the Reichstag. He continues, in part: '...You can be assured that if National Socialism comes to power, the injuries which they have inflicted on you will be repaid, and your position of honor will be restored to the fullest extent... Until then, wear your skill with patience and with confidence that the day of victory, to which you have given your service, will come. If you have any wishes, requests, or complaints about your detention, please call on me. I will represent your case in the best way...' Ludin officially left the army and joined the NSDAP following his pardon in June 1941. Boldly signed at the conclusion in indelible pencil. Folds, file holes at the left margin, else very good.

Lot: 84 - KURT ASSMANN

1883 - 1962) German vice admiral and archivist. Assmann served as head of the torpedo boat flotilla based in Flanders, which he commanded until the end of World War I. In World War II, he served as an aide to Raeder and Kriegsmarine archivist, and strongly resisted Barbarossa. A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., Oberursel, Aug. 8 [n.y.], to a Mr. Bumball. In full: 'Thank you for your letter from 27.IX. Unfortunately, I can not fulfill all your wishes. I can only send you a picture that is a few years old, while I was only commander of the liner 'Schlesien' and captain at sea. Next to me, the former frigate captain Canaris, who later played the well-known great role as chief of the German Abwehr...The officer at sea, which was wounded during the assassination attempt on Hitler on 20.VII.1944, wasn't me, but my nephew, captain at sea Heinz Assmann, who unfortunately passed away...Should I hear something about a sale of documents or decorations I will notify you. What I owned myself, was taken by your fellow countrymen as 'souvenirs' when they captured me after the war.' He signs at the conclusion in blue ink, adding the post-script: 'Please kindly receive your check returned. Despite the large amount of mail, I happily pay for the postage myself. Because of my 75 years of age, I also hope that you don't expect a lengthy demand based on our current correspondence.' Shows original mailing folds, else very good.

Lot: 85 - KURT DITTMAR

KURT DITTMAR (1891 - 1959) German general who served as divisional commander in February 1941 and led the 169th Infantry Division, which was later stationed in Finland. In the summer of 1941, he participated in operations in Finland, Operation Polarfuchs, and later served as the Official Military Commentator of the German Armed Forces. Fine typed D.S., 2pp. 4to., [n.p., n.d., ca. 1959], a complete chronology of Dittmar's military career clearly self-typed by Dittmas himself, nicely signed at conclusion. Sold with one of Dittmar's official death notices, 1959.

Lot: 86 - KURT GEHRKE

KURT GEHRKE (1903 - 1944) German general, commanded I./Grenadier-Regiment 'Grosdeutschland' and a Knights Cross recipient, killed in action in Poland. Scarce S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, a seated pose in uniform with his 'Grossdeutschland' cuff title very evident, signed above his clasped hands. Fine.

Lot: 87 - KURT VON TIPPELSKIRCH

KURT VON TIPPELSKIRCH (1891 – 1957) General in the Wehrmacht who commanded several armies on the Eastern Front and in Lorraine. On April 29, 1945 he was given command of the remnants of Army Group Vistula which he surrendered to the Americans. Recipient of the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves. Partly-printed D.S. 1p. 8vo., Jan. 30, 1945, awarding Gerhard Pascke the War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords. File holes at left margin, folds, else very good.

Lot: 88 - KURT WECKMANN

KURT WECKMANN (1895 - 1981) Chief of the General Staff of the 9th Army, serving under Gen. Adolf Strauss, later led the 274th Infantry Div. in Norway. T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Baden-Baden, Feb. 23, 1961, in German sending a summary of his military career (included). With a 2.5 x 3.75 in. photo of Weckmann in uniform, signed on the verso adding rank. Two pieces, fine.

Lot: 89 - LENI RIEFENSTAHL

LENI RIEFENSTAHL (1902 - 2003) German film director, an intimate friend of Hitler who filmed the propaganda classic, 'Triumph of the Will.' Excellent I.S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in., b/w, a dramatic chest-up portrait, signed on the bottom margin in black ink, adding a dedication in German to a ‘Stefan Friedrich'. Fine.

Lot: 90 - LEONARD B. SMITH

LEONARD B. SMITH (1915 - 2006) American Army aviator who was at the controls of a Catalina when he spotted the battleship Bismarck headed for Brest. Rare A.L.S. ‘L. B. Smith', 1p. 4to., [n.p.], Nov. 23 [n.y.], returning some signed FDC's to a collector, in part: ‘...I am indeed grateful for the beautiful copies. They are truly a work of art and a faithful reproduction of both ship and aircraft. I am sure you are justifiably proud of your efforts…' He signs at the conclusion in black ink, Shows original mailing folds, otherwise in fine condition.

Lot: 91 - LEOPOLD LINNARZ

(1894 - 1974) German general, led the 5th Panzer Brigade early in the war and the 26th Panzer Div. in Italy during the last three months of the conflict. T.L.S., 2pp. oblong 8vo., Hanover, Mar. 2, 1962, sending a photo (not present) and adding: '...in the circle of comrades I will ask if there are any documents available...'. He also explains his poor signature: '...I have to right with the left [hand] because my right arm was shot off...in the Russian campaign as a tank brigade commander...'. Fine.

Lot: 92 - LETTERS TO ALBERT KESSELRING

LETTERS TO ALBERT KESSELRING Lot of over fifty largely handwritten letters and cards sent to Albert Kesselring (with a few to his wife 'Liny'), all written between 1950 and 1955. Some are written on professional and personal letterheads, others have been sent by family members. Not translated, all in fine condition and originally obtained from Kesselring's estate. Worth researching.

Lot: 93 - LUDWIG WOLFF

LUDWIG WOLFF (1893 - 1968) German general who commanded the XXXIII Army Corps and a recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. War-date S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, a chest, up Hoffmann portrait showing Wolff in a bust profile in uniform and wearing his Oak Leaves, signed at bottom left adding rank as 'Generalleutnant'. The verso bears a his return address and a mailing address penned in another hand. Mounting traces, else fine.

Lot: 94 - MARK W. CLARK

MARK W. CLARK (1896-1984) American Army general, commanded the landings at Salerno and Anzio against the forces of Kesselring. Signed souvenir reprint of the first two pages of the Sept. 3, 1943 New York Times, headlined 'ALLIES LAND IN ITALY OPPOSITE MESSINA: 8TH ARMY LEADS WITH AIR NAVAL COVER...'. Signed in blue ink at top. Very good.

Lot: 95 - MARTIN HARLINGHAUSEN

MARTIN HARLINGHAUSEN (1902 - 1986) Luftwaffe commander and a recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. Fine war-date S.P. signed twice, 4 x 5.5 in. b/w, a chest, up pose displaying his Knights Cross with Oak Leaves, signed at the bottom of the image. Fine.

Lot: 96 - MARTIN HARLINGHAUSEN

(1902-1986) Luftwaffe commander during World War II and a recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. Good lot of seven A.Ls.S., one 2pp. 4to., one 1p. 4to., and the remainder executed inside 12mo. greeting cards, all signed by Harlinghausen at the conclusion in blue ink. All are written in German to prolific American military historian CHARLES B. BURDICK, providing information for his many books on the High Command of the Wehrmacht (OKW). All are untranslated by us, but given the source they most certainly feature good content, and are worthy of research. All very good.

Lot: 97 - MARTIN HARTMANN

MARTIN HARTMANN (1892 - 1971) Generalmajor of Artillery, commander of the 383rd Artillery Regiment. Held prisoner by the Russians until 1955. The regiment was deployed in the Woronesh area and then was deployed to Orel. The regiment was destroyed in June, 1944. A.L.S., 6pp. 8vo., Baden-Baden, Jan. 26, 1962, in German and untranslated. Fine.

Lot: 98 - MAX BORK

MAX BORK (1899 - 1973) German general who commanded the 47th Infantry Division, the XIII Army Corps and the Korps ‘Bork'. A Knights Cross recipient. T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. oblong 8vo., Braunschweig, Mar. 3, 1958, in German to a researcher. Bork, living in East Germany, regrets that he can only send a copy of a wartime photograph. He also sends ‘an excerpt from the history of the 47th Volksgrenadier Division, written by me, the original with the State Department...', and asks what other documents might be of use to the man. Fine.

Lot: 99 - MAX JUTTNER

(1888 - 1963) German officer and paramilitary activist, served from 1934 to 1945 as deputy chief of staff of the SA and as head of the chief executive office of the Supreme SA leadership with rank as SA-Obergruppenfuehrer. A member of the Reichstag. T.L.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., Munich, Dec. 24, 1957, in German. Juttner obligingly agrees to assist a researcher with his work, providing information with the caveat that he does now want to 'do something wrong of harm another. Also, I would not like to be involved in any conflicts, especially those of a political nature...' Fine. WITH: Juttner's personal calling card while an 'Obergruppenfuhrer'. Fine.

Lot: 100 - MAX LEMKE

(1895 - 1985) Wehrmacht general major and Knights Cross recipient, he fought in the conquest of France and throughout the Russian campaign, closing the war leading the Hermann Goring Division. T.L.S. on his letterhead, 1p. large 4to., Hannover, Jan. 25, 1962, in German. Lemke offers to assist his correspondent with his research, asking that they communicate in German and suggesting that the man meet with Lemke's sister, who works for a German newspaper, in New York. Fine.

Lot: 101 - MAX PEMSEL

MAX PEMSEL (1897-1985) German World War II general, he was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross in December of 1944 for preventing encirclement by Soviet forces and successfully opening the Petsamo-Kirkenes road which had previously been cut off. He was also the first general to report the D-Day invasion. T.L.S. on airmail letterhead, 1p. 8vo., Munich, Apr. 26, 1978, setting forth the dates of his promotions during the war, the date he was awarded his Knight's Cross, and adding: '...I never met Hitler during World War II...'. Very good.

Lot: 102 - MAXWELL D. TAYLOR

MAXWELL D. TAYLOR (1901-1987) Senior United States Army officer and diplomat, served in World War II as Commander of 101st Airborne Division nicknamed 'The Screaming Eagles.' Vintage I.S.P. 8 x 10 in. b/w, a formal portrait backstamped 1958, showing Taylor in uniform, inscribed and signed at lower middle in black ink. Just fair contrast, else very good.

Lot: 103 - MURR ARNOLD

(1900-1991) U.S. Navy Rear Admiral who served during World War II and was a commander of the Pacific Fleet afterwards. Black ink signature on a 3 x 5 in. card, San Diego, [n.d], accompanied with an unsigned 8 x 10 in. photograph, b/w, chest up seated portrait in uniform. Fine condition.

Lot: 104 - NIKOLAUS VON FALKENHORST

NIKOLAUS VON FALKENHORST (1885 - 1968) German general who planned 'Operation Weseruebung', the invasion of Denmark and Norway in 1940, later he became commander of the German troops in Norway between 1940 and 1944. S.P., 4.25 x 6 in. b/w, featuring a chest-up illustration of von Falkenhorst in uniform. He signs, somewhat shakily, below the image in black ink. Shows slight bumps to the corners, else very good.

Lot: 105 - OLGA TSCHECKOWA

OLGA TSCHECKOWA (1897-1980) Russian-German actress known in Germany as Olga Chekhova remembered for her lead role in Hitchcock's 1931 film ‘Mary'. She was admired by Hitler and had a close relationship with Goebbels. Rumored to have been a spy encouraged to flirt with Hitler to gain information leading to a planned but not executed killing by Soviet spies. Beautiful vintage S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in., a Ross real-photo postcard showing the actress in a smiling seated pose, boldly signed in pencil at the bottom blank margin. Fine.

Lot: 106 - OTTO DESSLOCH

OTTO DESSLOCH (1889 - 1975) German Luftwaffe general, awarded the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves. Scarce S.P. 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, a Hoffmann photo showing him in a bust portrait, boldly signed at bottom. Fine.

Lot: 107 - OTTO KRANZBUHLER

OTTO KRANZBUHLER (1907-2004) German naval judge who represented defendant Grand Admiral Karl Donitz before the International Military Tribunal at the Nuremberg Trials. Two items, including a T.L.S. ‘Kranzbuhler' in German on personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Tegernsee, July 24, 1978, to William Greene. Kranzbuhler writes to inquire about the status of the biography of Kriegsmarine chief Karl Donitz for which Greene had previously sought information from Kranzbuhler and signs at the conclusion in blue ink. Folds, else very good. WITH: T.L.S. ‘Kranzbuhler' in German on personal letterhead, 2pp. 4to., Tegernsee, Feb. 6, 1989, also to William Greene, resuming their correspondence after a decade-long hiatus, with Kranzbuhler notifying Greene of the current status of several individuals which Greene had previously interviewed for his biography of Karl Donitz. These include Rear Admiral Gerhard Wagner, now deceased, and Admiral Eberhard Godt, who at this point is 90 years old and no longer able to effectively communicate. Kranzbuhler also shares the contact information of several veterans of the U-boat service, including Peter Cremer and Reinhard Hardegen. He signs at the conclusion in blue ink. Both with original envelopes. Also included is a manuscript copy of Greene's letter to Kranzbuhler of Jan. 1, 1989, in which Greene explains that his career in aerospace had forced him to cease work on his research, but that he is now able to resume it. Shows folds, else very good. Two pieces.

Lot: 108 - OTTO MEISSNER

OTTO MEISSNER (1880 - 1953) Nazi Nuremberg defendant who served as Reichsminister and Minister of the Presidential Chancellery. A.L.S., 4p. 8vo., Neuhaus by Schliersee, March 8, 1950, to OSWALD VON HOYNINGEN-HUENE (1885-1963), German Ambassador to Portugal from 1934 to 1944 who served alongside Meissner on Paul von Hindenburg's staff. Meissner reports that his secretary of 23 years was just killed by a bus, and mentions the publication of his book, 'State Secretary under Ebert, Hindenburg, and Hitler'. Signed at the conclusion in black ink. Shows original mailing folds, fine condition.

Lot: 109 - OTTO REMER

OTTO REMER (1912 - 1997) Unrepentant Nazi who as a 31-year-old major helped Hitler retain control of Germany in the crucial hours following the failed assassination attempt of July 20, 1944. Remer in charge of a battalion stationed in Berlin initially followed a general's order to seal off the major government ministries. Goebbels interceded; however, and put Remer on the phone with Hitler, who promoted him on the spot to colonel and ordered him to crush the rebellion. Remer was instrumental in the arrest of the conspirators, including Claus von Stauffenberg. S.P., 4.25 x 6 in. b/w, showing Remer seated in uniform. He signs at lower right in black ink. Shows very slight bumps to the corners, else very good to fine.

Lot: 110 - OTTO TIEMANN

OTTO TIEMANN (1890-1952) German general, the commander of the 93rd Inf. Div. and a Knights Cross recipient, fought in France, Barbarossa, and Leningrad. S.P., 2.75 x 4 in., an image of a German regimental standard over German soldiers making an assault via rafts. Fine.

Lot: 111 - PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST

PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST (1881 - 1954) German military officer, the top Panzer commander in the German Army and superior to Guderian and Hoth, invaded France and later the Ukraine where he was captured by the Russians. War-date D.S. 'v. Kleist' in typical indelible pencil, 1p. oblong 8vo., 'Headquarters', Apr. 20, 1942 (Hitler's birthday), a list of four men slated to be awarded the War Merit Cross, Second Class, with Swords for their valor in the Russian campaign. File holes at left margin, bottom trimmed, else fine condition.

Lot: 112 - PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST

PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST (1881 - 1954) German military officer, the top Panzer commander in the German Army and superior to Guderian and Hoth, invaded France and later the Ukraine where he was captured by the Russians. War-date D.S. 'v. Kleist' in typical indelible pencil, 1p. oblong 8vo., 'Headquarters', Apr. 20, 1942 (Hitler's birthday), a list of six men slated to be awarded the War Merit Cross, Second Class, with Swords for their valor in the Russian campaign. File holes at left margin, bottom trimmed, else fine condition.

Lot: 113 - PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST

PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST (1881 - 1954) German military officer, the top Panzer commander in the German Army and superior to Guderian and Hoth, invaded France and later the Ukraine where he was captured by the Russians. War-date D.S. 'v. Kleist' in typical indelible pencil, 1p. oblong 8vo., 'Headquarters', Apr. 20, 1942 (Hitler's birthday), a list of six men slated to be awarded the War Merit Cross, Second Class, with Swords for their valor in the Russian campaign. File holes at left margin, bottom trimmed, else fine condition.

Lot: 114 - PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST

PAUL EWALD VON KLEIST (1881 - 1954) German military officer, the top Panzer commander in the German Army and superior to Guderian and Hoth, invaded France and later the Ukraine where he was captured by the Russians. War-date D.S. 'v. Kleist' in typical indelible pencil, 1p. oblong 8vo., 'Headquarters', Apr. 20, 1942 (Hitler's birthday), a list of five men slated to be awarded the War Merit Cross, Second Class, with Swords for their valor in the Russian campaign. File holes at the left margin, bottom trimmed, else fine condition.

Lot: 115 - PAUL KLATT

PAUL KLATT (1896 – 1973) German general who commanded the 3rd Mountain Division, a recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. Klatt surrendered to the Red Army in the course of the Soviet 1945 Prague Offensive. A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Moenchengladbach, Dec. 23, 1959, in full: "Thank you for your letter from 11.12.59 which I can just now respond to after my travels. Feel free to write me in English and ask you questions. Enclosed is a brochure about a book of mine, I may ask you to advertise it or acquire it for libraries. Of course, only military departments will be interested. With best regards and best wishes for a merry Christmas and a happy New Year..." He signs at the conclusion in blue ink. Shows a horizontal fold, else very good.

Lot: 116 - PETER VON BUTLER

(1913-2010) German general who joined the Reichswehr in 1932, and subsequently served in the Wehrmacht and Bundeswehr. T.L.S. 'Butler' on his 12th Panzer Division letterhead, 1p. 4to., Tauberbischofsheim, Dec. 23, 1966, to Dr. Charles B. Burdick. Butler relates that he was not personally aware of any German plans to conquer Gibraltar during World War II, as we was: '...deployed exclusively at the Russian front...' He also states that none of his contacts would have any knowledge of such plans, either. Signed at the conclusion in blue ink. Some folds and file holes at the left margin, else fine.

Lot: 117 - REINHARD HEYDRICH

REINHARD HEYDRICH (1904 - 1942) 'The Hangman', Nazi head of the dreaded SS and architect of the 'Final Solution', his assassination in Prague caused in retribution the destruction of Lidice and murder of many of its inhabitants. Probable war-date postcard, 6.75 x 6.5 in., Bohemia and Moravia, June 9, 1942, with Heydrich's portrait mounted to the left side. Very light spotting on the postcard. Sold with a cut signature, 3.75 x 1.5 in., signed ‘Heydrich' in black ink, with a short biography on the verso, not authenticated and sold strictly as is, not returnable.

Lot: 118 - RICHARD-WALTHER DARRE

RICHARD-WALTHER DARRE (1895 - 1953) Nazi Minister of Food and head of the Central Office of Race and Resettlement of the SS. Bold signature dated June 29, 1934 on an 8vo. sheet, with eleven other signatures beneath his, presumably fellow members of a delegation. Very good .

Lot: 119 - ROBERT BOHM

ROBERT BOHM German artillery general, commanded the giant railroad gun 'Dora'. T.L.S. 'R. Bohm', 1p. 4to., Unterhaching, June 1, 1961, to Dr. Charles Burdick. Bohm thanks Burdick for sending him photos and a report of the fate of the 'Dora' railway gun. He gives permission for Burdick to make use of his publications on the heavy artillery pieces he commanded, and elucidates his personal role in their operation, in part: '...During this battle, I was in charge of the group 'Heaviest Artillery', to which belonged not only 'Dora' and 'Thor' [a large self-propelled siege mortar], but also 'Big Bertha' (42 cm. mortar of the First World War)...' Bohm closes by mentioning that he would be interested in receiving Burdick's own publications on the topic. Signed at the conclusion in black ink. Folds, file holes at the left margin, else very good.

Lot: 120 - SERGEI SOKOLOV

(1911 - 2012) Soviet Marshal and Minister of Defense. Partly-printed D.S. as commander of the Leningrad District, 4pp. 4to., 1962, an attestation as to the military competence of a colonel heading an air defense section. Very good.

Lot: 121 - SIEGFRIED WESTPHAL

SIEGFRIED WESTPHAL (1902-1982) Wehrmacht general, served as operations officer for Rommel and chief of staff for Kesselring and von Rundstedt. S.P., 4 x 6 b/w, a chest-up view of Westphal in uniform, signed on the verso in black ink, adding his rank 'General der Kavallerie a.D.' and dated 1977. Fine.

Lot: 122 - SMILO FREIHERR VON LUETTWITZ

SMILO FREIHERR VON LUETTWITZ (1895 - 1975) German general during World War II, serving on the Eastern Front. Later, he commanded the 26th Panzer Division in Italy, the LXXXV Army Corps, and the 9th Army. War-date A.L.S. 'Smilo' in pencil, Vienna, April 18.1941, 2 pages, 5.75 x 8.25 inches, to his wife Maria Freifrau von Luettwitz, with hand-addressed Feldpost envelope. Not translated. Usual mailing folds, else fine.

Lot: 123 - SMILO FREIHERR VON LUTTWITZ

(1895 - 1975) German general of the Panzer troops whose troops surrounded those of Gen. Anthony McAuliffe at Bastogne. His ultimatum to McAuliffe was met with the latter's famous reply: 'Nuts!'. Good pair of unsigned letters sent while a prisoner of war, addressed to Julia von Thielmann, the sister of his wife Maria. One letter, handwritten in pencil in block letters, reads in part: '...Please write short letters and cards, if possible. Can you imagine how desolate life in the cell is here, how much I am waiting for all of your mail...no idea how long I have to sit here...I am happy about Maria's warm words for our silver wedding and my thoughts are always with her and the children...How long I have to sit here, I have never experienced such a condition, but you just have to wear it and be incomprehensible with fate...'. The second letter, typed, bears mostly routine content, yet reads in part: '...still have no message that a single letter from me has arrived. I get very little mail...nothing has changed for me so far, so please write to me immediately... for Christmas, I send you the deepest greetings and with my thoughts, I will be with you every day...'. The reverse bears the mailing address of Julia v. Thielmann, censorship stamp, and a Nov. 30, 1946 cancel. Generally, very good.

Lot: 124 - SMILO FREIHERR VON LUTTWITZ

(1895 - 1975) German general of the Panzer troops whose troops surrounded those of Gen. Anthony McAuliffe at Bastogne. His ultimatum to McAuliffe was met with the latter's famous reply: 'Nuts!'. Scarce L.S., 1p. 4to., Koblenz, Nov. 16, 1959 in German to an American researcher. In part: '...I don't know what you discussed with General v. Schleinitz in my case. If I can provide information about the historical project you mentioned, I will be happy to do so...I am very busy in my work and travel...I have interpreters at my disposal...' Fine.

Lot: 125 - THEODOR BURCHARDI

THEODOR BURCHARDI (1892 - 1983) German admiral and recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. Responsible for the evacuation of two million people from Courland and Eastern Prussia in Operation Hannibal, which saw the loss of the Wilhelm Gustloff and its 9,500 passengers. T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Kiel, Nov. 12, 1962, expressing his willingness to assist on a historical project and asking his correspondent to research a former naval ensign on his behalf. Burchardi signs at the conclusion in blue ink. Vertical crease, else fine.

Lot: 126 - THEODOR WISCH

THEODOR WISCH (1907 – 1995) High-ranking member of the Waffen-SS, commander of the SS Division Leibstandarte (LSSAH), and recipient of the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords. S.P. 3.5 x 4.5 in. b/w, a reproduction of a wartime full-body view of Wisch in uniform wearing his Knight's Cross. Very good to fine.

Lot: 127 - TIRPITZ RAID SIGNATURES

TIRPITZ RAID SIGNATURES A great group of 43 signatures of pilots and air crew of the 617th Squadron RAF who participated in 'Operation Paravane' and subsequent strikes in the fall of 1944. The attacks were aimed at the German battleship TIRPITZ while she was anchored in Norway, and caused initial damage severe enough to make her unfit to sail into a major port, and later contributed to her sinking in November 1944. The signatures are accomplished on commemorative postal covers honoring the historic raid, with some bearing more than one signature. Includes Commander JAMES BRIAN TAIT, together with: J. CASTAGNOLA, MARK FLATMAN, W. CARDWELL, ARTHUR JOPLIN, D. W. 'GINGER' BALE, EARNIE WEAVER, BOB BARRON, VICTOR JOHNSON, M. L. HAMILTON, LEN ROOKE, KEN MORIESON, S. T. VANCE, COLIN COLE (2), BILL PENGELLY, ALBERT HEPWORTH, PADDY GINGLES, CHICK HENDERSON, 'BUNNY' LEE, SYDNEY GRIMES, BERNARD KENT, PETE DERHAM, MAC COLYER, JACK SAYERS, DOUG MCLENNAN, JOHNNY COCKSHOTT, T. C. IVESON, H. V. GAVIN, GEORGE RILEY, JACK HARRISON, ALEC SHARP, JOHN LEAVITT, DAVID L. PERRY, ROY LEARMOUTH, NICKY KNILANS, and others. Fine condition.

Lot: 128 - TUSKEGEE AIRMEN (6)

TUSKEGEE AIRMEN (6) A fine lot of six Tuskegee Airmen signed items, includes: Brig. Gen. CHARLES E. MCGEE (1919-1925), S.P., 4 x 6 in. color, a chest-up view of McGee in a red jacket with medals. He signs across his chest in black ink. With an ink identifying inscription on the verso. Fine. WITH: Lt. Col. EUGENE RICHARDSON (1925-2025), S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, showing Richardson in his flight helmet and jacket, signed in black ink on the lapel. With an ink identifying inscription on the verso. Fine. WITH: Sgt. THOMAS FRANKLIN VAUGHNS (b. 1920) S.P., 6 x 4 in. color, a chest-up view of Vaughns with his medals, with an inset sepia image showing Vaughns in uniform. He signs vertically on the inset in black ink. With an ink identifying inscription on the verso. Fine. WITH: Lt. Col. JAMES C. WARREN (1923-2014) S.P., 6.25 x 3 in. color, a chest-up illustration of Warren in uniform. He signs at right in pencil. Fine. WITH: Lt. Col. LEO R. GRAY (1924-2016), S.P., 3' x 4' color, a chest-up illustration of Gray in his flight suit. He signs at lower right in pencil. Fine. WITH: JERRY T. HODGES (1925-2024), vertical signature in black ink on a 6 x 4 in. color print of the logo of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. With an ink identifying inscription on the verso. Fine. Six pieces.

Lot: 129 - U-BOAT COMMANDERS (6)

U-BOAT COMMANDERS (6) A group of six S.P.s of German U-Boat commanders of World War II, includes: HEINZ FRANKIE (3.75 x 5.75 in. b/w); ERICH TOPP (5 x 7 in. b/w); GEORG LASSEN (5 x 7 in. b/w, adding 'Kmdt. 160'); ALFRED EICK (5 x 7 in. b/w, JURGEN OESTEN (printed 8 x 10 in. color image of Viking boats, signed in margin), and GERHARD BIELIG (5 x 7 in. b.w). Fine condition, six pieces.

Lot: 130 - U-BOAT KNIGHTS CROSS RECIPIENTS (6)

Fine lot of six signed various Air Force commemorative envelopes from U-boat Knights Cross recipients, all commanders from World War II. Signers include: WILHELM DOMMES, HEINZ FRANKE, ROBERT GYSAE, REINHARD HARDEGEN, HANS-GEORG HESS, and GUNTER JAHN. Each envelope is tipped to 4to. stock along with a few biographical lines and a photo of the signer or a U-boat. Enclosed within the envelopes are more war-time reproduction photos depicting the signers, U-boats, and crew. Fine condition.

Lot: 131 - ULRICH LISS

ULRICH LISS (1897-1968) German major general, the last appointed during the war. From 1937 to 1943 Liss headed the Foreign Armies West department in the General Staff of the Wehrmacht to assess the enemy strength, and was a crucial planner of the invasion of France. Held ten years by the Soviets. S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, a portrait in uniform lightly signed at left. Fine.

Lot: 132 - WALTER BEDELL SMITH

WALTER BEDELL SMITH (1895 - 1961) Army general who served as Eisenhower's chief- of-staff during the Tunisia Campaign and the invasion of Italy in 1943. Beginning in the next year, he was Eisenhower's chief-of-staff at the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF). T.L.S. on First Army letterhead, 1p. 8vo., New York, Sep. 6, 1950 to a publisher declining to appear on 'Meet the Press': '...I am going to take over a new job in Washington next month which promises to be as difficult as anything that I have yet undertaken...my plans for the immediate future also call for a good deal less talking and a lot more listening...' Light red pencil line beneath signature, else very good. Smith became the Director of the CIA on October 7, 1950. He would have a difficult time estimating enemy troop strength in Korea, but did a superb job streamlining and otherwise modernizing the organization.

Lot: 133 - WALTER HENNECKE

WALTER HENNECKE (1898 - 1984) German admiral during World War II, awarded the Knight's Cross by Hitler for 'a feat unprecedented in the annals of coastal defense' when he destroyed the facilities at Cherbourg prior to surrendering the port to Allied forces. T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Hamburg, Mar. 24, 1959 in German to a researcher. He mentions 'the very personal matter you mentioned', adding: '...I am ready to help you...I would ask you to give me more details in writing...if you are dealing with special technical terms...add them in German...'. Boldly signed and very good.

Lot: 134 - WALTER OESAU

WALTER OESAU (1913 - 1944) German World War II fighter ace who shot down 127 enemy planes in over 300 combat missions, flew with the Condor Legion, killed in action after taking off for battle following an insult by Goering. Fine S.P. 4 x 6 in. b/w, a chest-up pose in flight jacket with Knights Cross, boldly signed at the bottom. Near fine.

Lot: 135 - WALTER TONIGUES

WALTER TONIGUES (1910 – 1995) Korvettenkapitän with the Kriegsmarine, awarded the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves. Sailing with Schnellboots S 24, S 26 and S 102, he sank 18 ships on 281 combat patrols, for a total of 86,200 GRT. Likely war-date S.P. adding rank, a 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. Hoffmann portrait photo signed at bottom. Fine.

Lot: 136 - WALTER VON SEYDLITZ-KURZBACH

WALTER VON SEYDLITZ-KURZBACH (1888 - 1976) German general and Knights Cross with Oak Leaves recipient. Captured at Stalingrad, he advocated for the formation of a German prisoner corps to fight Hitler's forces. Scarce S.P. 'v. Seydlitz', 2.5 x 4.5 in. b/w, a candid chest up portrait in uniform, signed across the chest in black ink. Fine.

Lot: 137 - WALTHER VON BRAUCHITSCH

WALTHER VON BRAUCHITSCH (1881 - 1948) German field marshal and commander in chief who formally led the campaigns against Greece, France, Poland and the USSR. War-date T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 2pp. 4to., Schlesien, Dec. 9, 1943 to 'Herr Damm', apparently a caretaker of his property. In part: '...Shooting of the deer...is not an urgent necessity. If it is not fulfilled, it is not a misfortune either. The fulfillment of the shooting...for economic reasons is very desirable...One should not destroy what a man has built up [after] years of work...I do not wish to hold large drive hunts involving all sorts of hunters...For the rest, you have to try with all kinds of means to get the shot while stalking and from a blind...For Christmas I ask for a Christmas tree about 1.50 meters...From now on, please send the monthly report directly to me...Berlin has completely burned out...' With holograph postscript. Very good.

Lot: 138 - WERNER FORST

WERNER FORST (1892-1971) German lieutenant general of infantry who held several divisional commands, served in the Battle of France and Operation Barbarossa, a Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves recipient. War date D.S., 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], July 11, 1942, an official award document bestowing an Iron Cross, 2nd Class to Georg Schwendtner, signed ‘Forst' at the conclusion. Central fold, otherwise near fine.

Lot: 139 - WERNER FUCHS

(1891 - 1976) German admiral, chief of the warship construction department in the OKM. T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Kitzeberg, Mar. 28, 1963, in German. In part: '...The Marshal's Baton of Grand Admiral Raeder...when he and his staff were arrested and transported to Russia...[was] stolen by his servant...When Mrs. Raeder was released from Russian prison...she did some research...and succeeded in unmasking the servant...He was brought to trial...He had broken the baton down to parts and sold them individually...I have also lost my own shoulder pieces...When our house in Berlin was bombed in 1944, I sent our entire possessions to Pomerania and lost it in 1945...' Fine.

Lot: 140 - WERNER VON BLOMBERG

WERNER VON BLOMBERG (1878 - 1946) Minister of Defense and Supreme Commander of the German Armies early in Hitler's regime, dismissed by Hitler following his marriage to an alleged prostitute. Ornate partly-printed D.S., 1p. sm. folio, Berlin, May 18, 1936, a Reichsdienst promotion boldly signed at bottom with blind-embossed swastika and eagle device. Fine.

Lot: 141 - WILHELM FRICK

WILHELM FRICK (1877-1946) Nazi Minister of the Interior, author of the Nuremberg Laws. Hanged at Nuremberg for his crimes. Perfect signature ‘Frick' penned as a prisoner of the Allies on an oblong 8vo. sheet, [Nuremburg, n.d.], attesting that the signature is indeed his 'proper' signature. Blind paperclip impression with just a touch of scuffing thereon at top edge, otherwise fine condition.

Lot: 142 - WILHELM PETERSEN

WILHELM PETERSEN (1891 - 1972) German general, commanded Pioneer Regiment 601 in the Polish campaign and was a pioneer leader of Panzer Group von Kleist in the assault in the West. In October 1940, he was appointed Pioneer Leader of the 2nd Army and led in attacks in central Russia. T.L.S. ‘Petersen', 1p. 4to., Gottingen, May 12, 1960, to Dr. Charles B. Burdick. Petersen advises that a general he has attempted to contact as part of his research, Walter Bruns, had in fact passed away in 1957. Burdick's correspondence was forwarded to Petersen by Bruns' widow, who believes that Burdick intended to contact another Gen. Bruns, who served as a military attaché in Spain. Unfortunately, Petersen cannot locate any further information on this second Gen. Bruns, and believes he is most likely deceased. WITH: T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Gottingen, July 20, 1967, also to Burdick. Petersen transmits a photograph of himself and wishes Burdick luck with his research. Signed at the conclusion in blue ink. Folds, file holes at the left margin, else very good. Two pieces.

Lot: 143 - WILHELM REINHARD

WILHELM REINHARD (1869 - 1955) German infantry general, SA officer, SS-Obergruppenfuhrer and member of the Reichstag. Vintage S.P., 4.5 x 6.5 in. b/w, a press photo showing Reinhard being greeted by another military man, boldly signed across image.

Lot: 144 - WILLIBALD SPANG

(1887 - 1978) German Luftwaffe general, commander of the 7th and 8th Luftwaffe Field Divisions, implicated as being involved in Hess' flight to Britain. Lengthy T.L.S. on his letterhead, 1p. 4to., Hamburg, [n.d., ca. 1965], in German to a researcher discussing a gift given to him by Goring, his medals, and a number of documents and photographs he could make available for publication. Emendations seen throughout. Mailing folds, else fine.

Lot: 145 - WORLD WAR II ACES

WORLD WAR II ACES A great grouping of signatures by acclaimed aces, eight in all, executed on a vintage cover honoring Charles E. Lindbergh, canceled San Diego, Aug. 16, 1928. Includes: GUNTHER RALL, STEVE BONNER, ROBERT SCOTT, CHUCK OLDER, ED STILES, CHASE NIELSON, NOLAN HERNDON and BOB 'MINDY' MUSE. Very good condition.

Lot: 146 - WORLD WAR II ACES AND SOLDIERS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM (15)

WORLD WAR II ACES AND SOLDIERS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM (15) A great group of 15 pieces signed by acclaimed U.K. aces in various formats (noted). Includes: PETER WYKEHAM-BARNES (S.P.); JOHN KINGSFORD-SMITH (A.L.S. with content); DAVID G. S. R. COX (A.L.S. with content); ANTHONY MARK; EDGAR JAMES (T.L.S.); JOHN PEEL (A.L.S. sending two S.P.s with signatures on verso); ERIC BARWELL (A.L.S.); HENRY FOOTE (signature on card); CLIVE R. CALDWELL (T.L.S.); JOHN CUNNINGHAM (A.L.S. sending a signed FDC, included); HUGH DUNDAS (T.L.S.). Very good condition.

Lot: 147 - WORLD WAR II MARINE CORPS GENERALS (6)

WORLD WAR II MARINE CORPS GENERALS (6) A good lot of six pieces signed by prominent World War II Marine commanders, in various formats (noted). Includes: FIELD HARRIS (S.P. 8 x 10 in. b/w, a formal portrait signed at right margin); LOUIS H. WILSON (signature on a handsome 5.75 x 5 in. card, mounted to a larger sheet printed with his image); KATHERINE TOWLE (bold signature on a FDC honoring the WACS, WAVES and nurses, canceled Sept. 11, 1952); WILLIAM P. UPSHUR (war-date signature on a cover addressed entirely his hand, canceled Dec. 18, 1941), and MERRILL B. TWINING (signature on a small pink sheet). Six pieces, overall fine.

Lot: 148 - ('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY DOCUMENT GROUPING (12)

('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY DOCUMENT GROUPING (12) ROBERT E. HALEY (1919-2004) American military officer in the 101st Airborne Division, a well-rounded student and athlete from Connecticut who served first with the 541st P.I.R., then more famously as 506 P.I.R. Headquarters platoon leader, company commander, and executive officer from late June, 1944 to August, 1945 during which he participated in the Operation Market Garden jump, Bastogne, and many other significant engagements of that famous regiment. He remained with the 506th, transferred to Co. E in July, 1945, until June, 1947. Lot of approx. 25+ documents concerning Haley's military service for two years following the end of World War II. Included is his signed request to 'volunteer for overseas service', signed twice, Jan. 26, 1946; his discharge from the Conn. National Guard; official copy of his Army Certificate of Service; offer of appointment in the Officers' Reserve Corps, as well as transfers, leaves, appointments, etc.

Lot: 149 - ('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY'S DISCHARGE AND CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE (2)

('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY'S DISCHARGE AND CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE (2) ROBERT E. HALEY (1919-2004) American military officer in the 101st Airborne Division, a well-rounded student and athlete from Connecticut who served first with the 541st P.I.R., then more famously as 506 P.I.R. Headquarters platoon leader, company commander, and executive officer from late June, 1944 to August, 1945 during which he participated in the Operation Market Garden jump, Bastogne, and many other significant engagements of that famous regiment. He remained with the 506th, transferred to Co. E in July, 1945, until June, 1947. Pair of documents being later official replacements for Haley's originals, each 1p. 4to. and signed in facsimile, includes his discharge from the U.S. Army, Dec. 4, 1958, and his certificate of service also dated Dec. 4, 1958. Very good.

Lot: 150 - ALLIED NAVAL CHARTS OF NEW GUINEA AND BORNEO (9)

ALLIED NAVAL CHARTS OF NEW GUINEA AND BORNEO (9) Good group of nine ca. 1943-44 navigational charts, the largest 50 x 30 in., and the smallest 28.5 x 21.5 in., all depicting the waters around New Guinea and Borneo. All but one are U.S. Navy-issued, the majority marked ‘Emergency Reproduction of Australian Chart' and with printing lines indicating production by the Hydrographic Branch of the Navy Department at Sydney. The remaining chart is British -Admiralty-issued. Notable areas depicted include the Buna beachhead, a target of U.S. and Australian overland assaults in 1942-43; Woodlark Island, the site of a U.S. air base; Kaimana Bay, the site of a strategic Japanese supply depot and airfield; Dreger harbor, the site of a U.S. Navy PT Boat base; and others. All are rolled, with some showing splits, and with a few bearing pencil labels. In very good condition overall.

Lot: 151 - AMERICAN CHAOS IN 'OPERATION BOLERO', SHIPPING MATERIEL TO ENGLAND, 1942

AMERICAN CHAOS IN 'OPERATION BOLERO', SHIPPING MATERIEL TO ENGLAND, 1942 Fine content typed D.S., 18pp. legal folio, New York, July to September, 1942, several reports typed and signed several times by British Ministry of Transport representative J. E. Cooper concerning the complete confusion in American ports as regards preparation and implementation of OPERATION BOLERO, the intense effort to undertake the huge movement of men and material that laid the groundwork for Operation Overlord, the invasion of Normandy. The report goes into detail as to the awkward loading situation in New York and at other ports, the complete lack of planning, restricting loading of certain cargoes to certain berths, underutilization of cargo space, unknown dates of cargo availability, underloaded vessels, insufficient documentation, mixture of Lend-Lease with other cargoes, etc. Cooper also comments on the good training of apprentice seamen, aircraft and parts to be carried aboard the British carrier HMS DASHER, and complaints of seamen being carried in the same accommodations as troops. With a later analysis of total materiel shipped to the USSR, worth $11.1 billion, for which the Soviets reimburses the U.S. 1/5000th of the cost, versus 3/13s repaid by the UK. Some marginal rust stains, else very good.

Lot: 152 - AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINER'S PAPERS

AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINER'S PAPERS Good, very complete grouping of papers belonging to American Merchant Mariner Watson G. Prinderville, born 1901 in Chicago. Prinderville was a career seaman, and during the war he served aboard the U.S.A.T. LAKE ORMOC for two years, as well as on a Great Lakes bulk carrier, and Alcoa transport, and several tankers. Included in the grouping is the deck officer's Department of Commerce Continuous Discharge Book showing his service from 1937 to 1944; 1943 seaman's passport;1934 barrage balloon certificate; 1942 USCG identification card and first aid certificate; 1941 printing of the Espionage Act; 1943 Army medical report; notice of award of ribbons of ribbons for wartime service in the Mediterranean, Atlantic, and Pacific, 1918 Red Cross documents showing service as a driver; and various pay and union documents. Very good.

Lot: 153 - BOWLING WITH NAZIS!

BOWLING WITH NAZIS! An oddball document, 1p. 11 x 14.75 in., and award document from the Reich League for Physical Exercise (NSRL) recognizing Nazi bowling champ Fritz Heitgres for having knocked-down a not-so-impressive 154 pins in twenty throws. In fine condition.

Lot: 154 - CONFIDENTIAL GERMAN MAPS OF ENGLAND (2)

CONFIDENTIAL GERMAN MAPS OF ENGLAND (2) Lot of two German maps which were most likely prepared for a proposed invasion of England, each 21.75 x 15.5 in., marked 'Confidential' and issued September, 1940, one showing the area inland from the English Cannel around Pevensey and Westham with overprinted defensive works in purple, the other showing the region about Blechingly and Woldingham. Both bear green German handstamps at bottom. Interestingly, these plans were later captured by the Russians, as each bears Russian ink stamps with handwritten numbers on the verso. Vertical folds, some edge tears, else very good.

Lot: 155 - FILE OF OBERGEFR. ADALBERT LITTWITZ, 7TH PANZER DIV.

File of documents concerning Obergefr. Adalbert Littwitz of Panzer Grenadier Ers. Battn. 6 and Korps Nachsch. Tr. 413, VII Panzer Division. A total of eight documents including a summation of his service, personnel record, etc. with notations showing his wounding in the face near Kiev and a jail term for going AWOL. Overall very good. The 7th Panzer Division participated in the Battle of France, the invasion of the Soviet Union, the occupation of Vichy France, and on the Eastern Front until the end of the war.

Lot: 156 - FLIGHT LOG OF PILOT FLYING WOUNDED IN THE CAUCASUS

FLIGHT LOG OF PILOT FLYING WOUNDED IN THE CAUCASUS Fine content D.S., 2pp. 4to., [n.p., n.d., but Caucasus region ca. October, 1942), the flight log of Radioman Oberfeldwebel Jakob Gross submitted to substantiate the application for the award of his Front Flight Clasp. The log shows 39 flights from the front, all carrying wounded and most interestingly, diminishing in length. The document is signed at conclusion by an unknown officer. By the end of August 1942, the German army had captured most of the Kuban. The 17th Army, proceeding further south to Tuapse, was stopped by Soviet troops, but the 1st Panzer Army continued to advance eastward, intending to seize the oilfields of Baku and Grozny. On the morning of September 2, with the help of air support and artillery, German troops began crossing the Terek River, overwhelming the few Soviet troops in the area and advanced another 12 kilometers south. Soviet command sent reinforcements forcing the enemy back, but with the support of the Viking Division, they captured several settlements by September 29. Nevertheless, they had suffered heavy losses and were unable to advance further. The advance towards Grozny was halted.

Lot: 157 - GERMAN AIR RAID WARDEN ID CARDS (4)

Lot of four ID cards issued to German air raid wardens, stating that the men these cards are issued to are to perform certain police tasks set for them by police officers. All four cards were issued during World War II between 1941 and 1944. Four pieces, fine.

Lot: 158 - GERMAN DOCUMENT GROUPING (12)

Lot of twelve German documents, half of which were sent to the Lord Mayor of Litzmannstadt in 1940, each 1p. 4to. regarding invoices sent in connection with materials sent to farmer Emanuel Grudke in accordance with the German war damage ordinance ‘care for ethnic Germans damaged by war and terror'. The remaining documents include several applications sent in for this ordinance, a brief note from one Litzmannstadt fabric business to another pertaining to materials, and an apprenticeship contract, 6pp. 4to. for Litzmannstadt citizen Harri Schaub. Conditions vary, overall very good.

Lot: 159 - GERMAN DOCUMENT GROUPING (5)

Lot of five German documents including a war-date T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Naples, April 5, 1943, in which a possible sabotage at the Italian Field Air Force Group in Cagliari is described. The letter states Egon Tschorner is to investigate, and he is to be given any information that he requests. By this point in the war Cagliari had already experienced several attacks from the Allies, but ten days after this letter they were once again bombed by twenty-three aircraft. A month later they suffered their worst attack, enduring 400 tons of bombs dropped on the city. By September of 1943, Italy had signed an armistice with the Allies but most of Cagliari had been destroyed; WITH two Reich Labour Service documents to Ludwig Altinger in reference to his request to join the armed forces; WITH two conscription letters, one with no date and the other being sent out in 1936. A year prior Hitler denounced the Treaty of Versailles and ordered the immediate start of military conscription. Conditions vary with some chipping seen throughout. Overall, very good.

Lot: 160 - GERMAN GIRL WRITES TREASONOUS LETTER TO HER GOVERNMENT EMPLOYED MOTHER

GERMAN GIRL WRITES TREASONOUS LETTER TO HER GOVERNMENT EMPLOYED MOTHER A.L.S., 2pp 4to., Berlin, Nov. 29, 1942 from a daughter to her mother who worked in Krakow with the Government Chancellery for science and education. The letter contains dangerous information that was against policy and could have led to a death sentence by the People's Court at the time. The letter mentions information the writer received from her town hall economics office, having once desired to betray a public body, her anti-war viewpoints, and more. In part: ‘…The injunction you write seems not so unofficial, but very official, because the caretaker and others knew the same. A very nice lady took the matter in hand, read everything through and told me that the decision is well, but only for Germans who work in Russia, Lithuania or Norway. She said that, e.g. the General Government, Odessa, Crimea or protectorate are excluded from this order...I cannot do anything contrary especially since they know exactly here about the orders and I do not even know the data or the verbatim formulations. Also, my personal point of view is this: a year or two ago, I still felt that I wanted to squeeze as much out of the instance as possible, and I had the ambition at some point to steal from a public body in my favor. At the time, I was proud of it, but I want to tell you that I now have a fairly broken spirit of enterprise and am content when I can live a quiet life. My big bold conquest has turned into a small silent, silent possession…' Includes original envelope which has a few tears, else very good. The letter is in fine condition.

Lot: 161 - GERMAN MAP OF BIRMINGHAM WITH FLYER

GERMAN MAP OF BIRMINGHAM WITH FLYER Pair of German war-date items to include: a 28 x 20 in. printed map of Birmingham, England showing structures, roadways, etc. with special colored areas showing factories, railway terminals, and bridges, dated Dec. 31, 1941 and very likely used in conjunction with Luftwaffe bombing charts, sold with an unrelated two-sided 8vo. propaganda flyer in German urging support for the N.S.V. public support organization. Two pieces.

Lot: 162 - KNIGHTS CROSS AWARD DOCUMENT

KNIGHTS CROSS AWARD DOCUMENT Knights Cross of the Iron Cross award document, 8.25 x 11.75 in., bearing an Adolf Hitler blue lithographed signature. Very fine condition. Rare.

Lot: 163 - PERSONNEL FILE OF SCHUTZPOLIZEI MEMBER WALTER RICHTER

Group of 34 documents from the personnel file Schutzpolizei Wachtmeister Walter Richter (born Apr. 28, 1898) who served in Hannover and the immediate vicinity. Among them is: Richter's 1942 declaration that he is not a Jew of mixed blood ('mischling') nor married to a Jew; 1941 notice that the police were under the control of the SS; certification that he is unrelated to any Poles; statement of notification of his next of kin; his 'vorschlag' and several other similar documents setting forth all personal details, party affiliation, family information, etc.; issuance and receipt of his passport; medical reports, and much more, untranslated. With a passport photo in uniform. Overall very good.

Lot: 164 - R.A.F. FLIGHT MAPS (3)

R.A.F. FLIGHT MAPS (3) Lot of three wartime R.A.F. maps, 32 x 24 in. (one larger), one map centered on Bremen with pencil notation, likely flight-used (stained and soiled in the margins); an R.A.F. Edition (War) showing southwestern England and the Bristol, (an Ordnance Survey showing offshore artillery ranges); and a gridded map of Frankfurt. Generally very good.

Lot: 165 - SS 'STURMBANNFUHRER-BUCH'

SS 'STURMBANNFUHRER-BUCH' An SS-issue 'Sturmbannfuhrer-buch', a 'work control book', 452pp. 8vo., a bound collection of many different assessments to be filled-out by an SS officer, apparently when examining either prospective members for the SS or those seeking promotion. Only three or four pages have been filled-out, else fine.

Lot: 166 - SURRENDER OF GERMANY ADMIRALTY TELEGRAM

SURRENDER OF GERMANY ADMIRALTY TELEGRAM A Naval memorandum issued to 'ALL FLAG OFFICERS ASHORE AND AFLOAT and A.O.C. in C.C.C.' from the Australian Admiralty, May 7, 1945, measuring 7.75 x 7.5 in. with file holes at top. The notice is titled 'MOST IMMEDIATE SECRET' and reads, in part: '…A representative of the German High Command signed the unconditional surrender of all German land, sea and air forces in Europe to the Allied Expeditionary Force and simultaneously to the Soviet High Command at 0141 hours C.E.T. 7th May under which all forces will cease active operation at 0001B hours... 001B hours 9th May. Instructions to cease offensive operation will be promulgated generally to the Fleet by Admiralty as earliest moment this can be done…'. Germany's unconditional surrender in World War II was finalized in two stages: first, a preliminary signing by Alfred Jodl in Reims, France, on May 7, 1945, and then a second signing in Berlin by Wilhelm Keitel on May 8, 1945, which took effect at 11:01 p.m. Central European Time on May 8, 1945. Holes at top, light wear and creases but generally very good. Ex: RAF Scampton Heritage Centre.

Lot: 167 - U.S. ARMY DELTA BASE SECTION MAPS AND HISTORY (3)

U.S. ARMY DELTA BASE SECTION MAPS AND HISTORY (3) Delta Base Section was a US military camp in France that housed and prepared American soldiers for redeployment in the European Theater. Established following the success of Operation Dragoon (the invasion of southern France), the base was located near Marseille and had a capacity of 100,000 men. Its most vital missions were to establish supply depots to support the 6th Army Group and to operate the critical Port of Marseille. It also controlled five General Hospitals and three Station Hospitals between Biarritz and Nice, with a capacity of 13,000 beds. In all, the base employed approximately 70,000 men and women. Included in this lot is the bound 'History Delta Base Section', ca. July, 1946, 186pp. 4to., a heavily illustrated history of the base with a detailed description of its mission, operations, sections, staff, etc. Also present are two maps, each approx. 38 x 20 in. but once joined at a horizontal fold and later cut in two. The marks are heavily marked with demarcation lines showing the areas of control of the Delta Base, as well as the other bases in France tasked with similar duties. Great content showing the incredible logistics involved in running a war!

Lot: 168 - U.S.S. INDIANAPOLIS-CANCELED POSTAL COVERS (6)

Good lot of five postal covers with U.S. Navy cancels, all mailed by Ensign H. L. Brummel who writes 'U.S.S. Indianapolis' in his return address, all sent between May 9 and Dec. 8, 1944, to his parents in New York. Also included is a V-Mail letter to his parents, April 20, 1944, friendly content sent while on leave. Very good.

Lot: 169 - WAFFEN-SS FELDPOST FROM GUNNER, KIA AT AGE 18

WAFFEN-SS FELDPOST FROM GUNNER, KIA AT AGE 18 An original ‘SS-Feldpost' postcard sent by Albert Borst (b. 1927) while a student at SS-Unterfuhrer school at Lauenburg, April 2, 1944. Borst sends Easter greetings to Gretel Ungerer in Wurttemberg. Bears stamp with eagle and swastika of the ‘5/SS-Unterfuhrerschule – Lauenberg', signed at conclusion. According to paperwork from our consignor, Borst is listed on the ‘Volksbund' website as a gunner born in Frankfurt in 1927, KIA in Stuhlweissenburg/Hungary when he fought with an SS-Panzergrenadier regiment. He is also mentioned at the Stuhlweissenburg cemetery memorial. With an unrelated Feldpost letter from Gefr. Martin Herrmann in Stuttgart and four vintage sheets from the German Red Cross Search Service listing missing persons from Police Battalion 15 with their photographs. Together, six items.

Lot: 170 - WEHRMACHT DOCUMENT GROUPING (3)

Good lot of three documents pertaining to the German Wehrmacht, including a ‘Sonderausweis' or ‘Special Pass', 2pp. oblong 8vo., used to allow soldiers to travel for business trips. The remaining two documents are regarding military service: a certificate of service for Hans Kellerman, 1p. oblong 8vo., Bayreuth, Aug. 20, 1940, stating he served in the Wehrmacht as a rifleman and is now being transferred to Nurnberg to work in the military registration office, and a certificate of conduct for Sergeant Emil Jung, 1p. 4to., Bielefeld, Jan. 14, 1937. Conditions vary, overall very good.

Lot: 171 - WORLD WAR II CBI WEATHER MAP

Original China-Burma-India weather map for a pilot, 17 x 13 in., titled ‘Statistical Weather Chart Compiled by fleet Weather Central', released for February though no year is given. The map tracks typhoon intensity, wind direction, and marks bad weather belts. Folds, else fine.

Lot: 172 - WORLD WAR II GERMAN PRISONER OF WAR GROUPING

WORLD WAR II GERMAN PRISONER OF WAR GROUPING Three pieces written by German soldier Alfred Knage to his wife and mother while a labor prisoner in the U.S. Army's 102nd Labor Supervision Co., A.P.O., 1940. Includes two A.Ls.L. and a sweet, hand-drawn mother's day card, each on official POW letterhead or postcard. Finely penned and not translated, worthy of further research.

Lot: 173 - WORLD WAR II GERMAN SOLDIER’S ARCHIVE

WORLD WAR II GERMAN SOLDIER'S ARCHIVE A group of approx. 25 pieces related to the military service of Lance Corporal Alfred Kalina of Dortmund, dating from 1935-1945. Includes: Kalina's military ID, his Artbeitsbuch, Wehrmacht driver's license, certificate of discharge, certificate of leave, hospital records, award document for his War Service Cross, 2nd Class with Swords (Sept. 1, 1944), educational records, travel allowances, and so forth. Condition varies from just fair to good. Should be viewed.

Lot: 174 - 'SMILING' HITLER PRESS PHOTOGRAPHS (2)

'SMILING' HITLER PRESS PHOTOGRAPHS (2) Pair of press photographs showing Adolf Hitler smiling, includes: 8.25 x 6.5 b/w photograph published by International News Photos Inc. of Hitler smiling while speaking with a ‘Bavarian peasant girl'. On the verso is a description of the photograph which mentions this photograph was taken minutes before Hitler was told of the bombing of the German warship ‘Deutschland'. Very good condition; and a 5.75 x 7.75 in. b/w photograph published by Call-Bulletin Newspaper stamped Oct 4, 1940 of Hitler, Mussolini, and Nazi General von Epp smiling during a meeting deciding the fate of France. On the verso is a newspaper cutout of the photograph and a description. Very good condition.

Lot: 175 - ‘MEISTERWERKE DEUTSCHER KRIES-BILDERICHTER’

‘MEISTERWERKE DEUTSCHER KRIES-BILDERICHTER' An excellent collection of prints: 'Meisterwerke Deutscher Kriegs-Bildberichter' ('Masterpieces of German War Photographers') (Munich: Heinrich Hoffman Verlag), 1942. The photo book houses a complete set of 25 prints, each measuring approx. 15.5 x 20.5 in. b/w, documenting moments of German fighting and triumph during the invasion of France and Norway, including several images of Adolf Hitler. The photos include works by Jager, Zoll, Jacob, Grosse, Gregor, Utecht, Wehlau, Beiling, Sturm, Boesing, and Bottger. The first page bears an index of the included prints. These are all housed within a yellow portfolio, unfortunately with several large splits, the contents otherwise fine.

Lot: 176 - 1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS PHOTOBOOK

1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS PHOTOBOOK Publication ‘Olympischer Sport' (Hamburg: Broschek & Co.), no year. 12pp. oblong 8vo., paperbound. Each page of this booklet contains a printed sheet bearing a gravure images depicting the 1936 Berlin Olympics and its competitors. Sports include: running, swimming, weight lifting, horseback riding, ice skating, hockey, fencing, boxing, wrestling, skiing, boating, football, pole vaulting, etc. Under the photos is printed text giving a brief description. The front and back covers have fully separated, a bit soiled throughout. Very good.

Lot: 177 - 1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS PRESS PHOTOS (7)

1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS PRESS PHOTOS (7) Collection of seven 1936 Berlin Olympics press photos, varying sizes, 9.5 x 7 in. the largest. The images depict: sailing competition in Kiel, German gymnast team lined up with trumpeters in the background, judges assessing the swimmers, and action shots of a high jumper competitor and a disc thrower. All photos bear a stamp of the publisher on the verso, and most also include a brief description. Some are lightly creased, overall, very good.

Lot: 178 - ADOLF HITLER

ADOLF HITLER Excellent original period press photograph, 8 x 10 in. b/w, an Acme Newspictures image of Hitler making an address at the Luitpold Arena in Nuremberg on Sep. 20, 1936 deploring Germany's land shortage. The photo bears the Acme ink imprint and paper caption on verso. Very good.

Lot: 179 - ADOLF HITLER (2)

ADOLF HITLER (2) Two 5.25 x 3.75 in. b/w original photographs printed on Agfa-Bovira paper showing Hitler smiling while shaking hands with members of the Bund Deutscher Madel (female Hitler Youth). Very good condition.

Lot: 180 - ADOLF HITLER (2)

ADOLF HITLER (2) Fine pair of original photographs, each 5.75 x 3.75 in. b/w, showing Hitler in the field with two other German officers. Fine.

Lot: 181 - ADOLF HITLER (2)

ADOLF HITLER (2) Two 5.25 x 3.75 in. b/w original photographs printed on Agfa-Bovira paper. One photograph shows Hitler reviewing maps along with officers in the field, the other showing him in his car from behind as he is greeted by citizens. Very good condition.

Lot: 182 - ADOLF HITLER (4)

ADOLF HITLER (4) Lot of three press photographs and one original photograph, includes: 6.75 x 9 in. b/w photograph on Agfa-Bovira paper of Hitler and WILHELM BRUCKNER (1884-1954), S.A. Obergruppenfuhrer and, until 1940, Hitler's Chief Adjutant and bodyguard; later a Wehrmacht colonel; 8.5 x 9 in. b/w photograph published by International News Photos stamped Oct 11, 1938 showing crowds in Berlin lining the streets to celebrate Hitler's return from the Munich Conference; 6 x 8 in. b/w photograph published by International News Photos stamped Mar. 14, 1938 showing Hitler walking through a crowd of ‘peasant women' saluting him after attending a harvest festival. On the verso is a newspaper cutout of the same photograph with caption. Some small creases and unevenness, otherwise good condition; and a 6.5 x 8.5 in. b/w photograph published by International News Photos Inc. showing Hitler as he addressed a crowd announcing his campaign to return the Saar district as part of Germany. On the verso is a description of the photograph. There are a few small creases, otherwise very good condition.

Lot: 183 - ADOLF HITLER AND HERMANN GORING

ADOLF HITLER AND HERMANN GORING Lot of two variously sized b/w photographs from various news publications featuring Adolf Hitler and Hermann Goring attending various events. One photo has a brief description on the verso, in part: ‘…Goring, standing at attention as he faces the coffin containing the remains of General Von Fritsch…', the second photo showing Hitler, Joseph Goebbels, and others at an informal social event. The photograph including Hitler has some small creases and a few discolored spots, else very good condition.

Lot: 184 - BATTLESHIP 'MUTSU' SAILOR'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM

BATTLESHIP 'MUTSU' SAILOR'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM Photograph album maintained by a sailor who at one time served aboard the famous Japanese battleship MUTSU. This 10.5 in. x 7 in. album contains 72 photographs of various sizes, almost all being portraits and group shots, though in a great variety of settings, including aboard ship, at an airfield, in the field, and so on. Other images show the sailor's vessel, though it is impossible to tell if he was serving aboard the MUTSU when those photos were taken. Very good. The MUTSU was engaged at the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Eastern Solomons. She returned to Japan in early 1943. That June, one of her aft magazines detonated while she was at anchor, sinking the ship with the loss of 1,121 crew and visitors. The IJN investigation into the cause of her loss concluded that it was the work of a disgruntled crew member.

Lot: 185 - BENITO MUSSOLINI PRESS PHOTOGRAPHS (4)

BENITO MUSSOLINI PRESS PHOTOGRAPHS (4) Lot of four variously sized b/w photographs from various news publications stamped 1938 to 1941 featuring Benito Mussolini. Some include brief descriptions on the verso of the images including, in part: ‘…Mussolini stops to speak to a wounded Italian soldier during a visit to troops injured in the Albania campaign…' and ‘…This yearly event, held at Christmas time, gathers mothers from all parts of Italy. Note the very paternal pose of Mussolini in the huge poster in the background…'. Very good condition.

Lot: 186 - DR. ROBERT LEY

DR. ROBERT LEY ROBERT LEY (1890 - 1945) Nazi leader and ardent anti-Semite who as head of the Labor Front ruthlessly enforced slave labor policies. He committed suicide in his jail cell at Nuremburg while awaiting trial. Good lot of 19 original German press photographs, about evenly split between 5 x 7 in. and 7 x 9 in., variety of poses showing Ley at official functions, giving speeches, in group photos, many with paper captions on verso and all bearing ink press stamps. Very good.

Lot: 187 - GERMAN SOLDIERS ON PARADE (7)

GERMAN SOLDIERS ON PARADE (7) Great lot of seven original American period press photographs showing German soldiers on parade, most images 9 x 7 or very slightly smaller and prewar. Two of the images show Luftwaffe troops parading before Field Marshall (at the time) HERMANN GORING, with others showing S.A. men parading with swastika banners, troops parading before PAUL VON HINDENBURG on his 85th birthday, the German Guard Fusiliers Regiment, goose-stepping soldiers, and marching NSKK members (margin damaged).

Lot: 188 - GERMAN STEROSCOPIC BOOK 'GROSSDEUTSCHLANDS WIEDERGEBURT'

GERMAN STEROSCOPIC BOOK 'GROSSDEUTSCHLANDS WIEDERGEBURT' German propaganda release, 'Grossdeutschlands Wiedergeburt' ('Germany's Rebirth'), a stereoscopic book with viewer and text. The book contains 87 pages of Nazi propaganda and rhetoric, illustrated with eight plates and in a red cloth portfolio with black lettering. Fitted within the covers are all 120 stereoscopic cards and the folding viewer, including images of Hitler on a balcony and greeting children, hordes of supporters gathered at SS parades saluting the Fuhrer, landmark architecture and shots of the mountainous German landscape. Each card measures 5 x 2 in. and slips into a collapsible viewing slot built into the 3-D glasses. Fully-functional glasses by Raumbild-Verlaq. Fine condition, ex: The Ruptured Duck with Bill Shea signed COA.

Lot: 189 - HEINRICH HOFFMAN HITLER PHOTOGRAPH

HEINRICH HOFFMAN HITLER PHOTOGRAPH Original Adolf Hitler photograph, 9 x 7 in. b/w, showing a profile view of Hitler as he speaks with two Nazi officials, all standing before a train. Purple press stamp on the verso reads: ‘Presse Illustratienen Heinrich Hoffman Berlin SW 68 Nachdruck Verboten'. Minor crease at the top right corner, else very good.

Lot: 190 - hutterer, JAPANESE AIR FORCE '7TH SQUADRON' PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM

huttererJAPANESE AIR FORCE '7TH SQUADRON' PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM containing approx. (68) b/w photographs 4 in. x 6 in., depicting many views of exteriors and interiors of the unknown base described simply as 'Squadron 7' as well a large variety of of activities occurring thereat. The photos show many scenes of common areas at the base, as well as the tower. Other photos show men on parade and in the field, the various mechanical workshops, mobile searchlights, drill, target practice, etc. Very good.

Lot: 191 - ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH OF BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG A.E.F., 1944

ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH OF BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG A.E.F., 1944 An original 10 x 8 in. b/w formal portrait of the Belgium and Luxembourg Country Unit, C.A.D. Supreme Allied Expeditionary Force, London, 1944. Each member of the unit is identified on a separate, period sheet, and the photo in inscribed: ‘Presented to Dr. Tamplin [?] with the compliments of Capt. Ainsa, Asst Legal Officer, Belgium, Luxembourg Country Unit, Supreme Headquarters A.E.F. Prince's Gardens, London, 1944'. Fine condition.

Lot: 192 - SS MACHINE GUN TEAM IN ACTION

SS MACHINE GUN TEAM IN ACTION Acme press photograph, 7 x 9 in. b/w, purportedly showing a scene from '...'War in the East,' Nazi horror film of the German campaign in Soviet Russia...', depicts three determined SS machine gunners. paper caption on the verso, date-stamped 'SEP 16 1941'. Fine.

Lot: 193 - THIRD REICH PERSONNEL REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS (42)

THIRD REICH PERSONNEL REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS (42) Fine lot of forty-two Third Reich-era real photo postcards, each approx. 5.5 x 3.5 in b/w, all presenting individual and group portraits or candid views of uniformed military or NSDAP personnel, with both officers and enlisted men represented. The lot includes nineteen images showing men of the Heer or OKW, nine showing men in Luftwaffe uniform, one Kriegsmarine sailor, four showing men of the Reicharbeitsdienst (RAD), and three in unspecified NSDAP uniforms. Five additional images show large groups of men whose uniforms cannot be identified, with one showing a regiment of men armed with rifles and an MG34 machine gun, and another depicting a battalion in the ruined streets of Smolensk. Nine examples are inscribed on the verso, while a further three bear handwritten notations. Two show mounting remnants to the verso, and some show minor bumps to the corners or small folds, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 194 - THIRD REICH SNAPSHOTS (66)

THIRD REICH SNAPSHOTS (66) A very fine lot of 66 original Third Reich-era snapshot photographs, each approx. 3.5 x 2.5 in. b/w, the vast majority depicting military scenes and fighting men in uniform. Notable examples depict: captured Black French colonial troops; captured Russian soldiers; scenes of ruined cities; ruined trains and railroad bridges; an artillery emplacement firing at night; soldiers sharing a meal with civilian women wearing their side caps; a soldier with dead horses; an officer feeding a dog; men in Heer and Kriegsmarine uniforms alongside soccer teams; a soldier posing before the Eiffel Tower; and numerous other images of men in uniforms of various ranks and organizations, standing in formation, marching, eating and resting. A varied selection overall, should be seen. Some show minor bumps to the corners or small folds, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 195 - THIRD REICH SNAPSHOTS (72)

THIRD REICH SNAPSHOTS (72) A very fine lot of 72 original Third Reich-era snapshot photographs, most approx. 3.5 x 2.5 in. with some 2 x 1.75 in. b/w, the vast majority depicting military scenes and fighting men in uniform. Notable examples depict: men and horses killed in action; machine gun and artillery crews operating their weapons; ski troops; a crashed British Hampden bomber; captured French Char B1 and Renault R35 tanks; a captured British Spitfire; RAD work crews; a burning oil refinery; anti-aircraft fire over a city; six images of Kriegsmarine sailors; a soldier posing before the Eiffel Tower; and numerous other images of men in uniforms of various ranks and organizations, standing in formation, marching and resting. A varied selection overall, should be seen. Some show minor bumps to the corners or small folds, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 196 - THIRD REICH SNAPSHOTS (82)

THIRD REICH SNAPSHOTS (82) A very fine lot of 82 original Third Reich-era snapshot photographs, most approx. 3.5 x 2.5 in. with some 2 x 1.75 in. b/w, the vast majority depicting military scenes and fighting men in uniform. Notable examples depict: six images of coastal artillery and anti-aircraft guns and fortifications; an officer in uniform frolicking in the waves; a soldier feeding a civilian child; military graves and cemeteries; an artillery emplacement riddled with shell holes; ruined military trucks; anti-aircraft fire over a city; three images of men in Wehrmacht athletic shirts; and numerous other images of men in uniforms of various ranks and organizations, standing in formation, marching and resting. A varied selection overall, should be seen. Some show minor bumps to the corners or small folds, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 197 - U.S. ARMY ENGINEER’S GERMAN AND FRENCH BRIDGE DAMAGE PHOTO GROUPING (50)

U.S. ARMY ENGINEER'S GERMAN AND FRENCH BRIDGE DAMAGE PHOTO GROUPING (50) A fine group of fifty original photographs, each 4.5 x 3 in. b/w, taken by an unidentified U.S. Army engineer circa late 1944 to early 1945, documenting damaged and destroyed bridges in France and Germany during the Allied advance across Europe, as well as the efforts to rebuild said bridges. The bridges depicted include those at Liverdun (nine photos) and Thionville (ten photos), both over the Moselle River in France, at Saarbrucken in Germany (six photos), at Nittel on the Saar (three photos), at Mainz and other points on the Rhine (eight photos), and at Passau in Bavaria (seven photos), the latter likely taken during the postwar occupation of Germany. The balance of the collection consists of images showing the photographer's fellow soldiers. Each photograph is labeled with the location it was taken on the verso in black ink, with those showing specific individuals labeled with their names. One image of a bridge at Mainz shows a tear across the top, repaired on the verso with cello tape, otherwise all are in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 198 - U.S. ARMY ENGINEER’S RHINE BRIDGE DAMAGE AND BERCHTESGADEN PHOTO GROUPING (56)

U.S. ARMY ENGINEER'S RHINE BRIDGE DAMAGE AND BERCHTESGADEN PHOTO GROUPING (56) A fine group of fifty-six original photographs, each 3.5 x 2.5 in. b/w, taken by an unidentified U.S. Army engineer circa late 1944 to early 1945, documenting damaged and destroyed bridges and other subjects in France and Germany during the Allied advance across Europe. The majority of the group (twenty photos) depicts the damage inflicted to the Sudbrucke railroad bridge across the Rhine in Mainz, Germany during the Allied crossing of that river, as well as efforts to repair it. Signs visible in two images indicate that the work was accomplished in 9 ½ days by men of the ‘Advance Section, Engineer Group B', comprised of ten regiments. Additional photos of interest show soldiers exploring the remains of Hitler's retreat at Berchtesgaden (three photos), posing with ‘dragon's teeth' defenses, damaged bridges in France at Thionville and Choisy le Roc, soldiers ‘surrendering' with captured German helmets and armbands, and more. About half are labeled on the verso in black ink. All are in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 199 - 'JUDENPOST' STAMPS WITH CANCELS AND REICHSPOST MAP

'JUDENPOST' STAMPS WITH CANCELS AND REICHSPOST MAP Lot of eight canceled 'Judenpost' stamps from Litzmannstadt, each picturing ghetto leader Chaim Rumkowski and a generalized labor scene, in in various denominations and cut from envelopes, etc. generally canceled at Litzmannstadt. WITH: a prewar German Reichspost map of Europe, 25 x 22.5 in., showing German postal routes throughout the continent. WITH: a Jew's ration coupon for kohlrabi, with a second coupon for a cigarette ration, both from Litzmannstadt ration. Overall very good condition. In Lodz the local post office stopped delivering mail to the Jews in February 1940. The Judenpost ("Jewish Mail") was delivered to the Kehila building where it was sorted out by streets and houses, the addressees personally picking up their mail. In the ghetto, the delivery and collection of mail was accomplished along the line of an agreement reached between Rumkowski and the representative of the German post service. Lodz was the only ghetto which had its own stamps, albeit for a very short period.

Lot: 200 - 'MEN, IT'S TIME!'

'MEN, IT'S TIME!' Rare German postcard: 'Men, It's Time!', 4 x 6 in., shows caricatures of Jews, priests, and businessmen fleeing before advancing German NSDAPO flags. The verso bears an Austrian postage stamp canceled in Graz, July 25, 1938. Fine.

Lot: 201 - CONCENTRATION CAMP PRISONERS' LETTERS (5)

CONCENTRATION CAMP PRISONERS' LETTERS (5) Lot of five prisoners' letters sent from various German concentration camps, all on official letter forms. Included are two letters from Bruno Tyczewski Prisoner No. 24752 at Dachau, Feb. and Mar., 1942; a letter from Joseph Dydra[?], Prisoner No. 4425 at Hamburg-Nuengamme, Apr. 19, 1942; a letter from George Liwski, Prisoner No. 29309 at Oranienburg, Nov. 9, 1941; and a letter from Kasimir Malyeha, Prisoner No. 8600 at Gusen, October, 1942. Contents routine as these letters were as a rule censored. Very good.

Lot: 202 - EARLY AUSCHWITZ MUSEUM POSTCARD SET (5)

EARLY AUSCHWITZ MUSEUM POSTCARD SET (5) Early set of postcards issued by the Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz, ca. 1957, some of the earliest views including watch towers, execution grounds, a torture device of some sort, and a view from behind of a young girl regarding a veritable mountain of hair cut from the heads of victims.

Lot: 203 - FRENCH ANTI-SEMITIC PROPAGANDA

FRENCH ANTI-SEMITIC PROPAGANDA A small broadside measuring, 1p. 3.75 x 3.5 in., [n.p., n.d.] on pink paper in French making the predictable claim that Jews control the press. In part: ‘Who creates Public Opinion? THE PRESS. Who runs the Press?'. It then lists the names of prominent Jewish publishers and the newspapers/journals they oversee. The names include Leon Blum, Alfred Dreyfus, and seven lesser-known publishers. At the bottom it reads: ‘ALL JEWS'. Mounted to a larger sheet, with a pencil docket at bottom, overall, very good.

Lot: 204 - GERMAN-JEWISH MILITANT ASSOCIATION PINS AND RIBBONS (8)

GERMAN-JEWISH MILITANT ASSOCIATION PINS AND RIBBONS (8) A fine collection of pins and badges from the German Israelite Defense League, mostly from a meeting in the beginning of World War I. Most of these pins and badges are ornate, particularly one made for an ‘Ex-President', created for a meeting held in New York. There is not much known about this organization, but it did dissolve at the beginning of World War I, as at that time Jews were effectively integrated into German society and were even fighting for Germany in the conflict. Some loose fibers with some light tarnishing, otherwise very good.

Lot: 205 - LITZMANNSTADT GHETTO MILK COUPONS (3)

LITZMANNSTADT GHETTO MILK COUPONS (3) A group of three printed ration cards for milk, 5.5 x 4.5 to 6 in. x 5.5 in. Quite worn and toned, as expected. Three pieces.

Lot: 206 - LITZMANNSTADT SS DOCUMENT

War-date D.S., 1p. 4to., Posen, Jan. 21, 1944, an 'Abschrfit' or 'Copy' of an SS and police report on three German ghettos and concentration camps in Litzmannsatdt, Posen, and Hohensalza. The document focuses on a specific concern: 'Ensuring the operational readiness of fire water ponds in the event of persistent frost'. Signed at the conclusion by an unknown Lt. Col. Hole[?]. Punches at the left margin and two holes at the top left corner, else very good.

Lot: 207 - ('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY'S SIGNED SEPARATION RECORD

('BAND OF BROTHERS' 506TH P.I.R.) LT. ROBERT E. HALEY'S SIGNED SEPARATION RECORD ROBERT E. HALEY (1919-2004) American military officer in the 101st Airborne Division, a well-rounded student and athlete from Connecticut who served first with the 541st P.I.R., then more famously as 506 P.I.R. Headquarters platoon leader, company commander, and executive officer from late June, 1944 to August, 1945 during which he participated in the Operation Market Garden jump, Bastogne, and many other significant engagements of that famous regiment. He remained with the 506th, transferred to Co. E in July, 1945, until June, 1947. Great D.S., 2pp. 4to., [Washington of Fort Bragg], June 4, 1947, Haley's original Army Separation Qualification Record showing his service with the 506th PIR, training, and education, signed by Haley and an officer at conclusion. Very good.

Lot: 208 - (CROATIA) ARMED FORCES LEADER BADGE

(CROATIA) ARMED FORCES LEADER BADGE Croatian Armed Forces Leader Badge, late war fabrication, 2.75 in. long with pin back, painted cast white metal, unmarked. Very good.

Lot: 209 - (CROATIA) USTASHA INSIGNIA (4)

(CROATIA) USTASHA INSIGNIA (4) Lot of four pieces of Ustasha insignia, includes a supporter's pin, 'HRVATSKA' sleeve eagle, and two smaller aluminum cap or sleeve insignia. Four pieces.

Lot: 210 - 509TH BOMBARDMENT WING SHOULDER PATCH

509TH BOMBARDMENT WING SHOULDER PATCH An older (date unknown) embroidered 509th Bombardment Wing shoulder patch, 3.5 in. diameter, sold with a February, 1943 A.A.F. Pilot Preflight School textbook, San Antonio, 68pp. 4to., with illustrations and fold-out topographical map of the surrounding area, WITH a Walker Army Air Field Protestant services 4pp. program from services held on Sep. 24, 1944. The 509th was based at Walker in the postwar years. Three pieces, sold as-is.

Lot: 211 - AMERICAN UNIFORM BUTTONS (50+)

AMERICAN UNIFORM BUTTONS (50+) Large lot of approx. 50 or more American uniform buttons, unpicked and unresearched, some clearly quite early and potentially of value. Should be seen.

Lot: 212 - BLACK SERGEANT’S IDENTIFIED LEGION OF MERIT MEDAL

BLACK SERGEANT'S IDENTIFIED LEGION OF MERIT MEDAL A World War II-era U.S. Legion of Merit medal, with pinback clasp suspension numbered ‘11426', and with the recipient's initials ‘O. M.' engraved on the reverse. Paperwork present with the medal identifies the recipient as Black 1st Sgt. Ollie North, awarded for meritorious service between April 1, 1941 and Sep. 15, 1942 with Company D of the 91st Engineer Regiment. During the war this predominately Black outfit was engaged in airfield construction activities in Australia, Port Moresby, Biak and the Philippines. The medal is housed in its original presentation case, along with a lapel pin, and is in fine condition.

Lot: 213 - D.A.F. ARMBAND

D.A.F. ARMBAND Scarce blue rayon variant of a Deutsche Arbeitsfront (D.A.F.) armband, 17.5 x 4.25 in. (ends unsewn), with BeVo-style embroidered insignia, and with embroidered numeral ‘26' at the edge. Shows very slight discoloration, else very good to fine.

Lot: 214 - FINNISH MILITARY INSIGNIA (6)

FINNISH MILITARY INSIGNIA (6) Lot of six pieces of Finnish military insignia, all apparently World War II era, includes: Civil Guards Military Proficiency Badge, sterling silver with forest green and blue enamels, screwback, numbered '717'; two additional such proficiency badges, different grades, one partially gold-toned, both numbered; a Finnish police hat badge; two Finnish Army officer's cap badges; and one uniform button. Very good.

Lot: 215 - GERMAN POLITICAL AND OTHER PINS (6)

GERMAN POLITICAL AND OTHER PINS (6) Collection of six German political and related pins, all attachments intact. Unresearched, sold as a lot as is.

Lot: 216 - GERMAN REGATTA MEDALS (6)

GERMAN REGATTA MEDALS (6) Lot of six German pre-war regatta medals, almost all for rowing championships from the 1920s. Ribbons worn, else very good.

Lot: 217 - GERMAN TROPICAL PITH HELMET INSIGNIA

GERMAN TROPICAL PITH HELMET INSIGNIA Pair of German army tropical pith helmet insignia, painted cast aluminum,1.5 in. tall. One bears the stripes of the German flag while the other shows the German eagle griping a swastika. The striped emblem lacks two of the three prongs. Very good.

Lot: 218 - GERMAN WAR COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF 1939/40

GERMAN WAR COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF 1939/40 German War Commemorative Medal of 1939/1940 (Medaille zur Erinnerung an den Krieg 1939/1940). Blackened iron with suspension loop, 1.25 in. dia., the obverse with a Iron Cross in relief surmounted by a German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, flanked above and below by the years '1939' and '1940'. The reverse bears the inscription: 'DEN KAMPFERN FUR DIE DEUTSCHE FREIHEIT' ('TO THE FIGHTERS FOR THE FREEDOM OF GERMANY'). Unmarked, a few miniscule traces of oxidation, else near fine. This award was commissioned in the wake of the conquest of France and the Low Countries, with the presumption that the British would soon sue for peace and the war would end. With the expansion of the conflict, the issuance of this medal was canceled and while an unknown number of prototypes were made, none were issued. Although this example compares very favorably with others offered by sale by respected dealers and auctioneers, the dearth of definitive proven examples obliges us to offer this item sold as is.

Lot: 219 - GERMAN WOUND BADGE IN BLACK

GERMAN WOUND BADGE IN BLACK Excellent German Wound Badge in Black, fine near-untouched black paint on the obverse, pin on reverse shortened but still meets (bent) clasp. Overall near fine.

Lot: 220 - HEER SPORT EAGLE SHIRT INSIGNIA PATCH

HEER SPORT EAGLE SHIRT INSIGNIA PATCH Heer sport shirt insignia, 10 x 5 in., bearing a machine-embroidered Heer eagle in black thread on a white ground. Lightly soiled with some loose threads at the top. Overall, very good.

Lot: 221 - HEER UNIFORM INSIGNIA (4)

HEER UNIFORM INSIGNIA (4) Lot of four pieces of Heer uniform insignia, includes two chest eagles (one uniform-removed), and two qualification badge. Very good.

Lot: 222 - IDEL-URAL VOLGA TARTAR VOLUNTEER SLEEVE SHIELD

IDEL-URAL VOLGA TARTAR VOLUNTEER SLEEVE SHIELD Rare Idel-Volga Tartar volunteer's sleeve shield, 2.5 x 3 in. BeVo, depicting a crossed dagger and arrow on blue and green shield. Unissued and untrimmed. The unit was created in 1944 under SS-Obersturmbannfuhrer Andreas Meyer-Mader and was a multinational unit that included Volga Tatars, Azerbaijanis, Turkestanis, Kyrgyz, Uzbeks, and Tajiks. The legion faced significant difficulties, including a lack of equipment and poor discipline. The situation was worsened by the death of the first commander, Meyer-Mader, and a subsequent incident where the replacement commander executed 78 soldiers for insubordination.

Lot: 223 - INDEPENDENT STATE OF CROATIA USTASE EM/NCO BELT BUCKLE

INDEPENDENT STATE OF CROATIA USTASE EM/NCO BELT BUCKLE Scarce World War II-era belt buckle, 2.75 x 2 in., worn by enlisted men and NCO's of the Croatian Ustase. The buckle is constructed of patinated zinc, die-stamped with the Ustase insignia of a flaming grenade bearing the checked shield of the Croatian coat of arms, within the letter ‘U'. The reverse is fitted with a zinc clip and a steel roller with attachment claws. Unmarked. Shows minor discoloration and slight oxidation overall, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 224 - ITALIAN COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF THE SPANISH CAMPAIGN

ITALIAN COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL OF THE SPANISH CAMPAIGN A brass medal, 1.25 x 1.5 in., given to members of the Italian military who assisted Franco in the Spanish Civil War. The obverse depicts a knight riding a horse with his sword at the ready as the horse tramples a serpent and a hammer and sickle. Behind the rider is a winged victory holding a laurel wreath. The reverse is a relief of the Iberian Peninsula with the caption ‘WAR FOR THE LIBERATION AND UNIFICATION OF SPAIN 17 JULY 1936', with the Spanish coat of arms and a winged gorgon head. The 1.75 in. ribbon has slightly faded, but still retains the red and yellow pattern lined with black, reminiscent of Italian fascism and the Spanish Republican colors. The original attachment devices are still present. Lightly tarnished, otherwise near fine.

Lot: 225 - ITALIAN MILITARY PILOT AND ASSOCIATED WINGS (9)

ITALIAN MILITARY PILOT AND ASSOCIATED WINGS (9) Lot of nine Italian pilot's and associated wings, includes pilot/observer, paratrooper, engineer, etc., all fine condition, unmarked and not authenticated thus sold as a lot, not subject to return.

Lot: 226 - KRIEGSMARINE ADMINISTRATION OFFICER BELT BUCKLE

KRIEGSMARINE ADMINISTRATION OFFICER BELT BUCKLE Kriegsmarine administrative officer's belt buckle, white aluminum with a silver finish, 2.5 in. wide and slightly vaulted, the finish entirely intact and overall fine. Hallmarked by Emil Juttner, Ludenscheid.

Lot: 227 - LUFTWAFFE SPORT SHIRT PATCHES (2)

LUFTWAFFE SPORT SHIRT PATCHES (2) A fine pair of Luftwaffe sport shirt patches. These consist of a white woven cotton background and a black Bevo woven Luftwaffe eagle. 11.75 x 6 in. with stains, otherwise very good.

Lot: 228 - N.S.B.O. BELT BUCKLE

N.S.B.O. BELT BUCKLE Two-part brass NSBO buckle with separate medallion, the buckle made of brass and in excellent condition, the medallion soldered via two points on reverse. Unmarked. NSBO, or the stands for Nationalsozialistische Betriebszellenorganisation (National Socialist Factory Cell Organization), worked within the German Labor Front promoting Nazi Party ideologies.

Lot: 229 - N.S.K.O.V. HONOR BADGE

N.S.K.O.V. HONOR BADGE N.S.K.O.V. Honor Badge, bronze gilt with white enamel, unmarked, 27.5 mm x 38 mm, vertical pinback. Fine condition. The Nationalsozialistische Kriegsopferversorgung ('National Socialist War Victim's Care') was a social welfare organization for seriously wounded veterans, as well as frontline fighters of the First World War.

Lot: 230 - NAZI SCHUMA INSIGNIA

NAZI SCHUMA INSIGNIA A piece of insignia from the Schuma, the collaborationist auxiliary and secret police of native policemen serving in those areas of the Ukraine and the Baltic states occupied by Nazi Germany during World War II. The insignia, 4 x 3.75 in. and Bevo-woven, features a swastika with the caption ‘TREU TAPFER GEHORSAM' (‘TRUE, STEADY, STEADFAST') surrounded by a laurel wreath all in silver on a black field. Some damage to the fringes, otherwise fine.

Lot: 231 - NSDAP D.V.G. WESTMARK (LOTHR.) BADGE

NSDAP D.V.G. WESTMARK (LOTHR.) BADGE NSDAP D.V.G. ('Deutscher Volksgenossen Bund') Westmark (Lothr.) badge, 7/8 in. dia., die struck alloy and enameled badge featuring a black outer border, edged in silver, with the silver script, "D.V.G. Westmark (Lothr.)" encompassing a white field with a red mobile swastika, also edged in silver. Backmarked 'W. REDO'. Very good. The D.V.G. ('German Fellow-Countrymen League') was comprised of ethnic Germans from the Alsace-Lorraine region who sought unification with Germany. Although not formally associated with the NSDAP, they duplicated the design of their membership badge but reversed the colors.

Lot: 232 - ROLL OF SCHUMA HAT INSIGNIA

ROLL OF SCHUMA HAT INSIGNIA A large roll of 20 Schuma cap insignia, 37.5 x 1.75 in., , each of which comprises a swastika wrapped in an oblong laurel wreath. Several tears, otherwise very good. The Schuma was the collaborationist auxiliary police of native policemen serving in those areas of the Soviet Union and the Baltic states occupied by Nazi Germany during World War II.

Lot: 233 - SPANISH ‘OLD FIGHTERS’ BADGE

SPANISH ‘OLD FIGHTERS' BADGE An arm badge, 2.5 x 3.75 in. Bevo weave, made for the ‘Old Fighters' of the Spanish Civil War. It shows a grey M-1934 helmet wrapped in a laurel wreath with five red arrows piercing the helmet. Some of the fibers have come loose over time, otherwise very good.

Lot: 234 - SS COLLAR TAB

SS COLLAR TAB Late SS right collar runic tab, 2.25 x 1.75 black felt with white cloth embroidered runes, buckram backing with white stitching. Very good.

Lot: 235 - SS EIGHT YEAR SERVICE MEDAL

SS EIGHT YEAR SERVICE MEDAL SS Eight Year Service Medal, bearing a swastika, wreath and SS runes on obverse, with inscription, in German: 'Für treue Dienste in der SS' emblazoned on reverse, 28mm. dia., hanger welded in proper location and of proper dimensions, wreath leaves properly angled and shaped, as is wreath bundler at bottom. Very finely stippled. An excellent example. The eight year service award was finished in bronze and was awarded to officers, NCOs and enlisted men.

Lot: 236 - SS SUPPORTER'S INSIGNIA (2)

SS SUPPORTER'S INSIGNIA (2) Pair of insignia given to members of the public financially supporting the SS, includes: stickpin, 2 in. long overall, enameled face with SS runes and 'F M', no maker mark; with a similar diamond-shaped buttonhole insignia. this marked with SS runes and 'B L', the reverse marked by maker: 'L.ZOLL'. Two pieces.

Lot: 237 - TROPICAL SS SLEEVE EAGLE

TROPICAL SS SLEEVE EAGLE Tropical SS sleeve eagle, 3.25 x 1.75 in. BeVo embroidered in khaki on black backing, in mint, unused condition. Very fine.

Lot: 238 - U.S. ARMY PATCHES (34)

U.S. ARMY PATCHES (34) Nice grouping of thirty-four World War II U.S. Army patches, various insignia and sizes. Includes: Merrill's Marauders, China-Burma-India, Tank Destroyer, 5th Infantry Division, ADSEC, Alaskan Defense Command, 2nd Infantry Division, 106th Infantry Division, and more. Some may be duplicates. A fine grouping.

Lot: 239 - INDEPENDENT STATE OF CROATIA DAGGER SCABBARD

INDEPENDENT STATE OF CROATIA DAGGER SCABBARD A rare scabbard for a dress dagger issued by the Independent State of Croatia, 11.25 in. long, nickel-plated and decorated on each side with ten stars surrounded by a typical Croatian three-ribbon interlace, with a pebbled field between the two suspension rings and an additional interlace pattern at the throat. The top of the throat bears the maker's mark ‘BRACA KNAUS ZAGREB'. Shows some tarnish, otherwise in very good to fine condition, with no dents or deformation observed. These scabbards most commonly accompany Independent State of Croatia army, air force and diplomatic service daggers.

Lot: 240 - WORLD WAR II M3 CAMILLUS FIGHTING KNIFE

WORLD WAR II M3 CAMILLUS FIGHTING KNIFE U.S.M.C. issued M3 fighting knife, blade 6.5 in., 11.5 in. overall, leather washer handle. Blade-marked ‘US M3 IMPERIAL 1848'. Handguard is loose, loss of one half of two leather washers, running marks, one side of hand guard bent. Fair condition, offered as-is.

Lot: 241 - HEER VETERAN'S VISOR CAP

HEER VETERAN'S VISOR CAP Visor cap worn by a veteran of service in the German Heer (Army), a navy blue wool peaked cap with a woven black side band. Shows the typical Nazi-era veteran's national eagle and swastika with Imperial cross on breast, pinned at front peak, set above a two-piece oak leaf wreath and national cockade typical to Heer visor caps. This example, lacking a chin strap, shows a black pressed fiber visor with a faux trim binding impressed, the light brown sweatband is present and fully intact, with some separation of sweatband from interior of cap to inside in right rear which could be fully repaired. Green ribbed rayon liner is intact with the celluloid sweat guard showing a mostly illegible maker-mark of: 'Paul '**'arcker', Wese L**-Mitte', 'Burgerm.Smidtstr. 136'. Good condition overall.

Lot: 242 - IDENTIFIED 21ST FIELD ARTILLERY REGIMENT CAPTAIN’S SERVICE CAP

IDENTIFIED 21ST FIELD ARTILLERY REGIMENT CAPTAIN'S SERVICE CAP Fine example of an early World War II-era U.S. Army officer's service cap, constructed of olive-drab wool with a woven band, fitted with a gilt metal U.S. Army device at front, and with the brown leather chinstrap secured across the front by two gilt buttons. A celluloid pocket inside the cap holds a card label reading ‘REGULATION ARMY OFFICERS SERVICE CAP', with the name of the owner inscribed in black ink: ‘Ben Thompson Captn Arty Btry B 21 F. a. B. Ph 23159', identifying his unit as the 21st Field Artillery Regiment, which saw service in the Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace and Central Europe campaigns during World War II. The exterior shows some moth nips overall, with some darkening and cracking from sweat stains to the underside of the brown leather brim, and with expected wear overall, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 243 - WEHRMACHT GENERAL'S VISOR CAP

WEHRMACHT GENERAL'S VISOR CAP Excellent German general's visor cap constructed from gray wool with an unusually high peak - typical for general's visor caps - with gold wire woven piping, a green wool exterior head band, and matching gold wire chin cord and side buttons. The front of the cap bears a gold-washed aluminum eagle and cockade insignia, the eagle showing an even patina and the cockade insignia remaining bright. The gold bullion piping remains in good condition, save for the occasional loose thread. The interior is fitted with a light black faux leather sweat band, stamped on the interior side: 'RV458'. The rest of the cap is lined with light green-colored rayon showing some tears. The sweat shield is present bearing a maker's mark of J. Scheitterer of Ingolstadt and the size '59' a known period maker and style. The sweatband is heavily torn with some color thereon now cracking. The cockade insignia remains slightly larger on the cap than similar examples, and judging from lack of patina, potentially a replacement. Very good condition.

Lot: 244 - WORLD WAR II AMERICAN M1 HELMET

WORLD WAR II AMERICAN M1 HELMET World War II American M1 helmet, green textured paint finish about 75% intact, more worn towards the rear, overpainted long ago. Swivel bale, stainless steel binding with seam at the front, the rim a bit battered at the rear. With period liner, fully intact. Lacks chin strap. Very good.

Lot: 245 - DEUTSCHE WEHRMACHT ARMBAND

DEUTSCHE WEHRMACHT ARMBAND Yellow cotton embroidered ‘Deutsche Wehrmacht' armband, worn by uniformed German personnel who were attached to the Wehrmacht during World War II. 14 x 4 in., joined at the ends. Slight soiling but complete, very good.

Lot: 246 - IMPERIAL JAPANESE NAVY BATTLESHIP YAMATO OFFICER’S TUNIC

IMPERIAL JAPANESE NAVY BATTLESHIP YAMATO OFFICER'S TUNIC A very rare, late war Imperial Japanese Navy petty officer's or officer's work uniform tunic, constructed of olive-green cotton twill with an open collar and flap-covered patch pockets on each hip and breast. The tunic was originally closed with four buttons depicting the cherry blossom and anchor insignia of the IJN, of which only one remains. A smaller button bearing the same insignia secures the flap covering the left-hand breast pocket, with the corresponding button securing the opposite flap also absent. Most interestingly, the interior of the collar is marked with kanji naming the battleship IJN YAMATO, over two additional kanji comprising either the owner's name or a size marking. These latter kanji also appear under the collar flap. No other markings are present. Besides the missing buttons previously noted, the collar and cuffs are heavily frayed, in good to very good condition overall.

Lot: 247 - JAPANESE NAVY WOOL PEACOAT

JAPANESE NAVY WOOL PEACOAT Full length Japanese Navy peacoat, green wool double-breasted construction with ten IJN black fouled anchor buttons and a blank maker's tag sewn at the neckline. Lined, though not very heavily, probably unissued. Not hemmed, sunned a bit along the shoulders and sleeves.

Lot: 248 - R.A.D. SHORTS

R.A.D. SHORTS A pair of brown cotton shorts with draw string cinch for tightening, featuring a machine woven patch of the emblem of the RAD, a shovel with wheat stalks within a white circular field on a red and white shield. New unissued condition.

Lot: 249 - SS SHIRT COLLAR

SS SHIRT COLLAR Removable collar from an Algemeine-SS brown shirt typically worn under a tunic, 18.5 in. long with three buttonholes, faintly marked with what appears to read: '80 13'. Very good.

Lot: 250 - U.S. 45TH INFANTRY DIVISION AND 14TH ARMORED DIVISION UNIFORM SHIRT

U.S. 45TH INFANTRY DIVISION AND 14TH ARMORED DIVISION UNIFORM SHIRT An interesting winter-weight olive-drab wool U.S. uniform shirt, bearing the embroidered insignia patches of two noted combat divisions: that of the 45th Infantry ‘Thunderbirds' Division on the right-hand shoulder, and that of the 14th Armored Division on the right. Multi-piece felt Technician's rank chevrons are displayed beneath each divisional insignia. The shirt is fitted with a flap-covered patch pocket at each breast, the flaps secured by olive-drab celluloid buttons, and is closed at front with six additional buttons. A fabric label giving the size ‘15 32' is sewn inside the collar, and a faded and illegible manufacturer's label is sewn inside the hem. In very good to fine condition overall.

Lot: 251 - U.S. ARMY PACIFIC ENGINEER’S UNIFORM JACKET

U.S. ARMY PACIFIC ENGINEER'S UNIFORM JACKET Early World War II U.S. Army uniform jacket, displaying the embroidered insignia patch of the United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) on the left-hand shoulder, with embroidered cloth Technical Sergeant's rank chevrons on both shoulder. An embroidered wool patch featuring four deployment bars is sewn at the left-hand cuff, and an embroidered ‘ruptured duck' honorable discharge patch is sewn above the right-hand patch pocket. The collar bears a brass ‘U S' insignia disk on the right-hand lapel, with the insignia disk of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the left. The coat is closed with four bright brass buttons depicting the U.S. Seal, marked on the reverse as being manufactured by Scovill of Waterbury, Connecticut. Smaller buttons of the same design secure the flaps covering the hip and breast pockets, and the shoulder straps. Two ribbon bars, those for the U.S. Army Good Conduct Medal and the WWII Victory Medal are detached but located in the right-hand hip pocket. This pocket also bears a fabric Philadelphia Quartermaster's Depot label identifying the manufacturer as J. Everett Levensohn Co., Inc., and giving a manufacturing date of March, 1942 and the size ‘40R'. The jacket is partly lined with khaki cotton twill. The exterior shows notable moth nips, particularly around all pockets, the left-hand armpit and the hem, other wise in very good condition.

Lot: 252 - JAPANESE 'GOOD LUCK' FLAG

JAPANESE 'GOOD LUCK' FLAG Japanese flag often given to soldiers going to war, 30 x 20 in. with multiple ink slogans and exhortations throughout (untranslated). Various stains, else very good.

Lot: 253 - HANDMADE INDEPENDENT STATE OF CROATIA FLAG

HANDMADE INDEPENDENT STATE OF CROATIA FLAG A large flag, 62.5 x 46.25 in., early period construction consisting of a red, white and blue tricolor with a simplified black Ustasha emblem in the canton, a ‘U' with an artillery symbol in the center. Along the hoist is a simple pole pocket. Lightly stained, otherwise very good. The Ustasha was the ruling party in the Independent State of Croatia. From its inception and before the Second World War, the organization engaged in a series of terrorist activities against the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, including collaborating with IMRO to assassinate King Alexander I of Yugoslavia in 1934. During World War II the Ustasha went on to perpetrate the Holocaust, killing hundreds of thousands of Serbs, Jews, Roma, as well as Muslim and Croat political dissidents.

Lot: 254 - 'DAS SCHWARZE KORPS' SS NEWSPAPERS

'DAS SCHWARZE KORPS' SS NEWSPAPERS Nine complete copies of 'Das Schwarze Korps', each 10-20pp. folio, nine war-date copies, three pre-war copies including one issued Aug. Aug. 31, 1939 - the day before the invasion of Poland. Content generally includes text, articles, and photographs concerning Heinrich Himmler, attacks on Jews and Catholics, human interest stories, etc. Pre-war copies are chipped at edges and worn at central fold, war-date copies are generally very good. 'Das Schwarze Korps' was the official newspaper of the SS published once a week and distributed for free, published weekly by Max Amann of the Franz-Eher-Verlag publishing company. The paper was hostile to many groups, with frequent articles condemning the Catholic Church, Jews, Communism, Freemasonry and others.

Lot: 255 - 'END OF WAR' NEWSPAPERS

Lot of two newspaper issues announcing the end to two different American conflicts, each 4pp. 14 x 12 in., New York, 1918 and 1953, with headlines announcing the end to World War I and the Korean War, respectively. Slightly worn, else fine condition. Sold with another four issues of New York newspapers from the 1950s.

Lot: 256 - 'MEIN KAMPF'

'MEIN KAMPF' Adolf Hitler's political treatise ‘Mein Kampf', Volume One, (Munich: Zentralverlag der NSDAP, Frz. Eher Nachf., GmbH), 1940, 360pp. 8vo. A more deluxe edition than usually seen, bound in taupe linen boards with a brown leather spine and gilt titles. Bumping to corners and wear to the leather spine, interior pages very good.

Lot: 257 - 'MESSAGE' FROM RUSSIAN-IMPRISONED GERMAN COMMANDER, 1944

'MESSAGE' FROM RUSSIAN-IMPRISONED GERMAN COMMANDER, 1944 Original Russian-printed leaflet from World War II, 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], Dec. 4, 1944, a 'message' from Graf Peter von Schmettov, Commander of the 24th Panzerdivison, designed to reassure troops that he is alive and well after being captured by the Russians. In part: 'To the comrades of the 24th Woithe Marching Battalion Panzerdivision! I have been in Russian captivity since December 1. In the reconnaissance troop of November 30th, when I had the order to explore the high 610 with…10 men, I suddenly encountered the enemy…I went into Russian captivity. I was well-received and treated and not as our propaganda and leadership says that German prisoners would be tortured and shot to death…Underofficers Sommer, Mein, Specialist Hermann have taken over…You will be fine and see your homeland again…'. With von Schmettov's signature printed at the bottom. On the verso it reads: 'Captive Saved'. At the time of the message, the 24th was fighting in Poland and Hungary. Expected wear, otherwise very good.

Lot: 258 - (AMERICAN SOUTH PACIFIC IMPRINTS)

(AMERICAN SOUTH PACIFIC IMPRINTS) Pair of field-printed items from American bases in the South Pacific. Included is a certificate issued to an inductee to the 'Legion of New Guineapes', bearing a somewhat racist illustration at top showing a helmeted soldier morphing into a gorilla after three years. The certificate, issued in jest, was given to those serving in New Guinea for three years or more. Also present is a newspaper, 'Far Eastern Express', 4pp.4to., June 3, 1945, offering news including Truman's warning that 'Japs will suffer same destruction as Germans', advances in the Pacific, home front sports news, etc.

Lot: 259 - ‘BILDER AUS NORWEGEN’

‘BILDER AUS NORWEGEN' A series of 20 prints, 12.75 x in. ea., published in 1943 and titled ‘PICTURES FROM NORWAY' by Willi Engelhardt, a prominent poster artist. The images are idyllic scenes of the countryside of Norway from mountains and fjords, to churches and streets. Published by the ‘Kommando Flughafenreich Stavanger', Norway's oldest airport, opening in 1937 and issued while under German occupation. Fine, in a large paperback binding.

Lot: 260 - ‘DAS HEER IM GROSSDEUTSCHEN FREIHEITSKAMPF’

‘DAS HEER IM GROSSDEUTSCHEN FREIHEITSKAMPF' A series of 52 period colorized prints, 14.5 x 12.75 in. ea., titled ‘THE ARMY IN THE GREAT GERMAN FREEDOM FIGHT'. The contents within are incredible, ranging from active scenes of tanks, artillery cannons, and flamethrowers, to scenes showing soldiers enjoying Easter. These images were taken all around the various German battle fronts. Fine. Presented in a worn cardboard portfolio.

Lot: 261 - ‘MEIN KAMPF’

‘MEIN KAMPF' Hard-cover copy of Adolf Hitler's political manifesto, ‘Mein Kampf' (Munich: Verlag Franz Eher), 1939. 782pp. 8vo., in the original German. Light damage to the spine, a wartime ownership stamp and presumed G.I. signature at front, otherwise fine.

Lot: 262 - ‘MILITARY GOVERNMENT GREATER BERLIN BRITISH AREA OF CONTROL’

Military handbook: ‘Military Government Greater Berlin British Area of Control: Handbook of Legislation and Court Rules' (Berlin-Charlottenburg: Bucddruckerei Raak), 1945. 42pp. 8vo., paperback. This handbook is printed in both English and German and states the new rules to be followed by German citizens under the military rule of the Allied Powers. The inside of the front cover bears a purple ink stamp, reading ‘Police Station Charlottenburg Detective Department'. Lightly soiled cover, else very good.

Lot: 263 - ‘MIT HITLER IM WESTEN’ SPECIAL EDITION

‘MIT HITLER IM WESTEN' SPECIAL EDITION An original photo book titled ‘Mit Hitler im Westen', (‘With Hitler in the West') bearing a special red-linen binding with silver stamping at cover and spine. (Munich: Bruckmann, 1940). Folio, unpaginated. The book contains images by Heinrich Hoffman, with a preface by Keitel. Near fine condition.

Lot: 264 - ‘VICTOIRE POUR EUROPE’

‘VICTOIRE POUR EUROPE' French pro-German book ‘Victory for Europe: Extracts of Speeches by Chancellor Adolf Hitler, October 3 and December 11, 1941', 30pp. 4to., [no publisher or date]. A propagandistic collection of quotes from Hitler's speech and accompanying photographs with images of abject poverty and ‘Bolshevism' contrasted with orderly German soldiers, motorcades, and other images of ‘civilized' society. Very good condition.

Lot: 265 - 100TH INFANTRY DIVISION OPERATIONS MAPS (7)

100TH INFANTRY DIVISION OPERATIONS MAPS (7) A group of group of seven maps, 26 in. x 22 in. and 26 in. x 17 in., showing: ‘The Battle of Bitche', ‘Operation of the 100th Infantry Division in the European Theatre of Operations', ‘Finale' (shows Germany), ‘36th Infantry Division Campaign in France, Germany, Austria', ‘Campaign in Italy', ‘The Battle of Vosges Mountains, 100th Infantry Division' and ‘The Battle of Heilbraunn'. Together with a printed cover letter forwarding the maps to Robert A. Heller in New York, with a note at bottom: ‘I was with the 399th combat team'. With the original transmittal cover, very good to fine.

Lot: 266 - 1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS KIEL BOOKLET

1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS KIEL BOOKLET Heavily illustrated booklet ‘Die Kriegsmarinestadt Kiel Im Olympiajahr 1936' (‘The Naval City of Kiel in the Olympic Year of 1936'), 36pp. 8vo. Inside are numerous images depicting: German warships flying a new flag, regatta on the Kiel ford, Kriegsmarine memorial, busy harbors, submarines, torpedoes leaving the tube, sailors training, the SA leadership school, trade port, gate to the Baltic Sea, fishermen at work, Kiel architecture, museums, and art exhibits, beautiful farmland, and a magnificent fireworks show at the Kiel harbor. This booklet was published as an advertisement for the city of Kiel to encourage tourism during the Olympic games. Light area of soiling to the right edge of the front cover, else fine.

Lot: 267 - 1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS WRESTLING TICKETS (3)

1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS WRESTLING TICKETS (3) A booklet containing three ticket stubs for wrestling matches during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, measures 5.5 x 2.5 in. with tickets dated Aug. 10-13, 1936. Each ticket is 4 x 2.75 in. and in very good condition.

Lot: 268 - 1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS YOUTH SONGBOOK

1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS YOUTH SONGBOOK Original program ‘Olympische Jugend Festspiel' (Berlin: Reichssportverlag), 1936. 42pp. 8vo., paperbound. The publication contains the program for the Youth Olympic Festival which was to be held at the German Stadium on the opening day of the Olympic Games on August 1, 1936. Light creasing throughout, overall very good.

Lot: 269 - 1936 OLYMPICS CIGARETTE PHOTO BOOKS (2)

1936 OLYMPICS CIGARETTE PHOTO BOOKS (2) A scarce pair of German cigarette card books, both titled 'Olympia 1936', one book for the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, the other for the 1936 Winter Olympics in Garmisch. Both books were issued by Cigaretten Bilderdienst, Altona, 168pp. and 128pp. respectively, 9.5 x 12.75 in. hardbound blue cloth. These so-called 'cigarette books' contained historical text and were supplied to smokers who then filled the book with color photos obtained when they purchased cigarettes. These books document the history of the Olympics and show images of the 1936 competitors and action images from the games, with several showing American Jesse Owens. Both books are filled with all of the appropriate photographs. Some wear to the covers, else very good.

Lot: 270 - 1936 OLYMPICS GROUPING

1936 OLYMPICS GROUPING Fine lot of four items which includes: gilded metal service medal awarded at the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, 1.5 in. dia., with Olympic rings, German eagle and swastika, and on the reverse a script reading: ‘For Meritable Service at the 1936 Olympic Games', mounted with two German stamps; a second metal service medal, 1.5 cm. dia., is a pendant variant of the Meritable Service medal. Sold with two photographs, the first 8 x 6 cm. b/w, showing the stadium, on the reverse its been inscribed: ‘Aug 16, 1936, Berlin, steeple chase.' The second photo, 12 x 18.5 cm. b/w, A portrait of WOLFGANG FURSTNER (1896-1936) chest up wearing civilian attire, Berlin, Feb. 13. 1935. On the verso is an attached typed note that reads: ‘Herr Captain Furstner, leading figure in German light sports, has been named commander of the 1936 Olympic Village in Germany by the Reichswehr Minister. Photo was taken recently in Berlin.'. Photos are lightly toned, else fine.

Lot: 271 - 1938 COMMEMORATIVE BOOKLET HONORING WESTWALL WORKERS

1938 COMMEMORATIVE BOOKLET HONORING WESTWALL WORKERS A fine blind-bound booklet created by the Reich to honor workers who labored: ‘to unify Austria with Nazi Germany, the liberation of the Sudeten Germans, and securing the German borders…', issued to worker Ernst Gorn, with a blind-embossed NSDAP eagle on the cover. Measures 6.6 x 9 in., 26pp., with a frontis portrait of Hitler and the caption: ‘Workmates! Around 500,000 men worked on the borders of the Reich. Around 312 million Sudeten Germans returned to the Reich. For each of you there are 7 Suden-Germans to whom you have given freedom through your work'. Containing a number of illustrations by artist Oscar Graf showing construction of the ‘dragon teeth' of the Westwall, and so forth. Light wear and staining to cover, otherwise very good condition.

Lot: 272 - 1939 DUISBERG MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE

1939 DUISBERG MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Partly-printed D.S. 1p. legal folio, Duisberg, Aug. 8, 1939, a certificate of marriage for Oberstleutnant Hans Heinrich von Dombrowksi to dental assistant Irmgard Friederike Schnock, both noted as Catholic. Signed by the Registrar at conclusion. With Third Reich stamp at left and a Duisberg revenue stamp, very good condition.

Lot: 273 - AMERICAN MILITARY LIFE SATIRICAL POSTCARDS (43)

AMERICAN MILITARY LIFE SATIRICAL POSTCARDS (43) Comprehensive lot of 43 World War II-era American postcards, each 5.5 x 3.5 in. color, all illustrated with cartoons lampooning military life in the Army, Navy and Air Corps. Common themes include ill-fitting uniforms, malfunctioning parachutes, overbearing officers, and above all a constant longing for female company! Fourteen examples are inscribed and postmarked, the majority by soldiers, with the rest blank. One shows rodent damage to the lower left corner, else very good overall. Should be seen.

Lot: 274 - AMERICAN PROPAGANDA POSTER

A 1942 poster, 20 x 28.25 in., released by the U.S. Government in Washington, D.C. Features an injured American worker on a white background, reading: ‘Take Care! Idle hand works for Hitler' A light pinkish stain at the bottom right, else very good.

Lot: 275 - ANTI-HITLER AMERICAN PROPAGANDA (2)

ANTI-HITLER AMERICAN PROPAGANDA (2) Two pieces of American propaganda, the first a push to purchase Defense Bonds in a ‘Bingo' card format, 7.25 x 9 in., urging the player to ‘Take a Punch' at Hitler and other incentives. Unused, fine. WITH: a printed flyer, 7 x 7.5 in., showing ‘Uncle Sam's Peace Terms', with Axis leaders lining up to kiss Uncle Sam's butt. On verso is an advertisement from the publisher for this, and other, satirical propaganda, and the prices for which they are available. Very good.

Lot: 276 - ANTI-SEMITIC, ANTI-BLACK MAP OF FRANCE AND MAGAZINE

Double-sided propaganda map, 22 x 29.5 in. unfolded, offered as a supplement to the NSDAP propaganda magazine 'Illustrierter Beobachter' ('Illustrated Observer'), Mar. 16, 1941, depicting France on one side and its overseas colonial holdings on the other. Most notably, when folded, the map displays a derogatory representation of the French empire beneath the title 'Frankreichs Schuld' ('France's Fault'). France is represented by an overblown stereotypical representation of an African colonial soldier with his arms crossed and a French tricolor attached to his rifle bearing the motto 'Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite'. Behind him stands a stereotypical depiction of a Jewish banker, as well as Free French general Charles de Gaulle and a second colonial soldier. The magazine continues in this vein, with the lead article cries: 'From Richelieu to the French Revolution, the Enemy of German Unity'. Excerpts that follow celebrate Napoleon's loss at Waterloo to the Blucher; France's role in WWI; German soldiers imprisoned by 'negroes' in French North Africa; images of poverty and homelessness that are blamed on France's skills at corruption and no doubt the Jews as well, and so forth. A horizontal fold and some wear, good to very good.

Lot: 277 - CONRAD HOMMEL PRINT OF HITLER AT THE FRONT

CONRAD HOMMEL PRINT OF HITLER AT THE FRONT Color print: 'The Fuhrer at the Battleground' by artist Conrad Hommel (1883–1971), best known for his portraits of leading German entrepreneurs such as Max Grundig, Herbert Quandt, and politicians such as Adolf Hitler, Hermann Goring and Paul von Hindenburg. Measuring 20 x 16 in., the image shows Hitler, Goring, and a variety of generals and soldiers at the front, wrecked British artillery before them. Published in 1941 for the Grosse Deutsche Kunstausstellung. Fine condition, in a wood frame.

Lot: 278 - DEATH ON THE SS WADE HAMPTON ON MURMANSK CONVOY

DEATH ON THE SS WADE HAMPTON ON MURMANSK CONVOY On Feb. 28, 1943 the Liberty Ship SS WADE HAMPTON was torpedoed by U-405 off Greenland while in convoy from New York to Murmansk, Russia. The ship had straggled behind the convoy when two torpedoes struck the port side. The ship was abandoned within three hours of the attack and survivors were picked-up by HMS VERVAIN, SS BAYANO and HMS BEVERLY.

Lot: 279 - FILM PROGRAM FOR LENI RIEFENSTAHL'S 'OLYMPIA'

FILM PROGRAM FOR LENI RIEFENSTAHL'S 'OLYMPIA' Film program for director Leni Riefenstahl's epic film of the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics, 'Olympia', 8pp. 4to., (1938), bears a one-page description of the film with credits, with full-page photo illustrations including a Wehrmacht officer in an equestrian event, gymnasts, swimmers, etc. Two file holes at left margin, expected light wear, very good.

Lot: 280 - FOUR WORLD WAR II MAPS OF THE NETHERLANDS

FOUR WORLD WAR II MAPS OF THE NETHERLANDS A group of four original war-date maps of the Netherlands, three British and one Dutch: the first shows Amsterdam, 35 x 25 in., titled ‘Amsterdam Sheet I For Use by War and Navy Department Agencies Only', published by the Ornance Survey 1944. Four red indelible pencil emendations of encircled numerals 2, 3, 4, 5 at the upper quadrant. Additional folds, good. WITH: a map of the city of Maeseyk 35 x 25 in. published by the War Office 1943, ‘…compiled from G.S.G.S. 2364…'. WITH: a map of the Netherlands 41 x 40 in. linen-backed, [n.d.] titled ‘Kaart von Amsterdam1:1000', published by the Office of Public Works. WITH: a map of Amsterdam 42 x 31 in. titled ‘The Town and Port of Amsterdam', published by the War Office in GB, 1944, ‘copied from a Dutch plan 1:18 797…'. Folds with some pinholes and toning thereon. Four pieces, very good.

Lot: 281 - GERMAN MILITARY PASSES AND P.O.W. LEAFLETS FOR RUSSIAN SOLDIERS (13)

GERMAN MILITARY PASSES AND P.O.W. LEAFLETS FOR RUSSIAN SOLDIERS (13) A group of 13 World War II leaflets and passes printed in Russian by Germany for Red Army soldiers describing the excellent treatment they can expect from the German Army if they voluntarily surrender. The larger leaflets describe the availability of medical care, ample food, money, clothing, immediate evacuation from the zone of enemy action, and personal identity cards; while the smaller ones show images of a soldier having a wound dressed, bakers with many loaves of bread, smiling soldiers lined up with plates in hand for dinner, and so on. One pass describes the experience of ‘an elderly sergeant prisoner of war', who confirms: ‘I was wounded in the head by a grenade fragment…I woke up in a field infirmary where I was treated by a German doctor…[with] all the best quality instruments, dressings and medications….'. Another pass guarantees the holder ‘good treatment' and a ‘quick return to the homeland after the war'. Another leaflet is titled ‘the truth about prisoners of war in German captivity', and shows a smiling Soviet soldier being treated by a Soviet nurse; while a second similar leaflet shows ‘prisoners of war baking bread for their comrades', with many more. Toning, burns to a few edges, overall good condition. Of course, in reality, Russian prisoners received no such treatment, instead being relegated to camps with the worst imaginable treatment or simply executed in the field.

Lot: 282 - GERMAN WORKER’S PARTY PROPAGANDA FLYER

German flyer, 4pp. 4to., directed to the German work force, in part: ‘...It is the task to prevent professional swindlers, who call themselves Proletarian leaders, from leading the regiment in Germany! Your task is to avert the Bolshevik chaos!...Stop it now! Hitler should expand! Give him 4 years! Give him the power!...Even the most fanatical German communists realize that things are going haywire in Russia...Workers, we will show you the latest Russian state fraud!...Today Mr. Hans Weidemann from Essen...presented me with 5 notes. These all had the same number 0028183 in red letters on the front and the year 1928 on the back and were otherwise printed in exactly the same way...' The last page displays an image of the counterfeit bank notes. Light toning at the fold and margins, a minor tear at the bottom, else very good.

Lot: 283 - ITALIAN THEATER ANTI-AXIS PROPAGANDA LEAFLETS

ITALIAN THEATER ANTI-AXIS PROPAGANDA LEAFLETS A group of nine pieces of World War II Italian anti-Axis leaflets in various sizes ranging from 4 x 5.5 in. to 6.25 x 8.75 in., each printed on pink stock with titled such as ‘Why Die for Hitler?', ‘Italy: land of no one?', ‘Two peoples, one war but…who ended up walking?' and showing reserves on foot to Tunisia; the ‘boot' of Italy kicking Mussolini in the pants reading ‘Warning! Port Workers! In 1940 Mussolini declared war on us…The R.A.F. warns you Evacuate Immediately!', and more. Overall very good. WITH: a 14 x 22 in. color poster printed by the U.S. Office of War Information, London, showing Garibaldi with the Union Jack, American flag and British Red Ensign flag with a special Allied badge at bottom. Heavy folds. Together, 10 pieces.

Lot: 284 - IWO JIMA G-2 HEADQUARTERS PUBLICATIONS (4)

IWO JIMA G-2 HEADQUARTERS PUBLICATIONS (4) Fine lot of four war-date and immediate postwar publications issued by the G-2 Section of the Army garrison force on Iwo Jima or a close counterpart, all very rare. Included is: 'Statistical Summary of Combat Operations Period 4 March - 15 August [1945]', mimeographed 20pp., marked 'CONFIDENTIAL', issued by the Headquarters, 20th Air Force Combat Staging Center (Prov.), an analysis of Iwo Jima based air operations, fuel used, mission types, etc.; 'My Company on Iwo', Headquarters Company AGF APO 86, approx. 300pp. 4to., mimeographed, Iwo Jima, ca. November, 1945, a very detailed description of every section of the army's administration of the island, including G-2, G-4, Inspector General, medical, chaplains, etc.; 'Points of Interest On Iwo Jima', 10pp. 4to., mimeographed, Iwo Jima ca. Oct., 1945, a map with numbers indicating certain sites with descriptive entries; and 'Just a Few Quick Facts About Iwo Jima', 14pp. 8vo., photo covers and mimeographed content within, issued by the G-2 section on the island, ca. late 1945, general information on the island, battles there, deaths on both sides, etc. These books originate from Army G-2 Col. H. E. FOWLER who served on the staff of Gen. JAMES E. CHANEY (1885-1967), theater commander in Europe from January 8 to June 20, 1942 when he was replaced by Eisenhower. Chaney was given command of Army forces for the Battle of Iwo Jima from November 1944 until July 1945. As commander of Iwo Jima from March 1945, he commanded all United States Forces on the island.

Lot: 285 - LITHOGRAPH OF THE EICKHORN FACTORY

LITHOGRAPH OF THE EICKHORN FACTORY Period lithograph image of the Carl Eickhorn factory in Solingen, set into a 33.5 x 18.75 in. frame. The image was printed by Eckert & Pflug, Leipzig. It is matted and set into a black and gold wood frame. Some surface scratches to the image, otherwise very good.

Lot: 286 - LUFTWAFFE ART PRINTS (21)

LUFTWAFFE ART PRINTS (21) Lot of 21 Luftwaffe art prints, each 11.75 x 8.25 in., originally published in Kunst der Front [Art at the Front Line] Die Bilder dieser Mappe wurden von Soldaten der Luftwaffe geschaffen. [The Art works in this Portfolio were created by Soldiers of the German Airforce] Artists: Pfeiffer, Cauer, Jungmann, Henneberger, Herburger, Lehmann, Pachmayr, Gruber, Rohrer, Staudinger, Hirth, Reisinger. Published by Verlag Erich Klinghammer, Berlin, 1941. Generally very good.

Lot: 287 - N.S.F.K. 'LUFTWELT' MAGAZINE

N.S.F.K. 'LUFTWELT' MAGAZINE Group of eleven issues of the magazine 'Luftwelt', an official news magazine of the NSFK, various issues from 1939-43, each about 40pp. 4to., content largely showing the exploits of the Luftwaffe, along with a aviation history, German military aviators, military successes, etc. Very good.

Lot: 288 - NATIONALSOZIALISTISCHES JAHRBUCH 1941

NATIONALSOZIALISTISCHES JAHRBUCH 1941 ‘Nationalsozialistisches Jahrbuch 1941' (Munich: Franz Eher Nachf.), 1941. 543pp., 8vo. in red linen with white titles ‘National Socialist Yearbook'. These volumes were published annually from 1927 for the members of NSDAP by Dr. Robert Ley who was also publisher of the Organisationsbuch der NSDAP. These yearbooks provided members information such as martyrs of the movement, names and addresses of government and military leaders, data from various regions of the country, calendars, interesting photographs and advertising. The spine is slightly torn at the inside of the front cover, a few of the first pages have tears, else very good.

Lot: 289 - NEWSPAPER REPORTS ON JAPANESE SURRENDER

NEWSPAPER REPORTS ON JAPANESE SURRENDER Newspaper ‘Sampson News', 4pp., New York, Aug. 14, 1945, with the headline ‘JAPS QUIT', marked ‘Special Victory Edition'. Other headlines include: ‘Enemy Bows to Terms of Potsdam Ultimatum', ‘Don't Be Too Anxious To Go Home – Emergency May Last Years Yet', ‘Special Services Arranged For Victory Prayers', ‘Shore Patrols To Be Dispatched Only To Cities Requesting Them', and more. Marginal tears, else very good.

Lot: 290 - NSDAP PROPAGANDA FLYER

German flyer, 2pp. 4to., titled ‘Die Nationalsozialisten in der Burgerschast!' (‘The National Socialists in citizenship!'). The unillustrated poster discusses the prejudice the NSDAP suffers and express what they deem to be the truth. In part: ‘...In the current struggle for power the system parties use any means to combat the National Socialists. ‘The Nazis are in a united front with the Senate parties' says the Communists...' The Nazis only made propaganda speeches' says the People's Party...' Beneath the caption ‘What is the truth?' The text reads in part: ‘...One of the first motions in the citizenship read: 1. The Senate consists of 6 members instead of the previous 12. 2. The salaries of the Senators are paid by RM. 30,000 – from RM. 12,000 – reduced. 3. The amounts saved as a result are to be used exclusively to ensure that the partially interrupted distribution of milk and breakfast to the school dependent children...is resumed...The National Socialists suggested that the countless vacant single houses in Hamburg should be immediately divided by conversion and rented to families with children...The German Nationalists and Communists rejected our proposal...Population of Hamburg, now decide who acted rightly. There can only be one answer. The policy of the National Socialists was correct and therefore the slogan is: Hamburg votes on April 24th NATIONAL SOCIALISTS (Hitler Movement)...' Minimal chipping with a 3 in. horizontal tear at the central mailing fold and light toning to the margins, else very good.

Lot: 291 - WAFFEN-SS AND OTHER POSTCARDS (12)

WAFFEN-SS AND OTHER POSTCARDS (12) Good lot of twelve postcards, photos, etc. includes seven images showing members of the SS, portraits of Hess, Rommel, and Goring, standards, etc.

Lot: 292 - WAFFEN-SS FREIWILLIGEN LEGION POSTAGE STAMPS (6)

WAFFEN-SS FREIWILLIGEN LEGION POSTAGE STAMPS (6) Rare Waffen-SS Freiwilligen-Legion ‘Flandern' stamps, one from each of the six issues with gutter with plate number, one gutter creased, all unused with gum intact. These stamps created to support the members of the Flemish SS legion (Vlaams Legioen or Freiwilligen-Legion Flandern).

Lot: 293 - WEHRMACHT-ISSUE INVASION/SABOTAGE BOOKS ON BRITISH CITIES (2)

WEHRMACHT-ISSUE INVASION/SABOTAGE BOOKS ON BRITISH CITIES (2) Lot of two German World War II era books, giving geographic information on England, both marked on the front covers ‘Nur fur den Dienstgebrauch!' (‘Only for the service use!'). The first book is titled ‘Stadtdurchfahrtplane England' (‘City Transit Maps England (without London)' (Berlin: Department for War Maps and Surveying), 1941. 162pp. 8vo., paperback. The city maps are organized alphabetically and many fold out. The second book is titled ‘Militargeographische Angaben uber England' (‘Military Geographical information on England') (Berlin: Department for War Maps and Surveying), 1941. 165pp. 8vo., paperback. This unillustrated book offers the population count and other details for towns, cities, etc. Two informational books used by the German military to prepare hoped-for coastal raids, sabotage, dropping of agents, etc.

Lot: 294 - WORLD WAR II GERMAN BROADSIDE FOR OCCUPIED UKRAINE

WORLD WAR II GERMAN BROADSIDE FOR OCCUPIED UKRAINE A World War II broadside 1p. 8vo., [Ukraine], [n.d.], printed in both Ukranian and German, from the Head of the South Economic Inspection of Agriculture and directed to farmers in the region. In part: '...Farmers! You are responsible for your crops and livestock! Create winter fodder by turnip harvesting and haymaking! Otherwise your cattle will starve to death. Start at the time of the grain harvest. Protect the grain from fall sprouting! The bread grain must be threshed immediately after the grain harvest! Deliver the grain on time...Only those who fulfill their delivery obgligation will receive materials. Help one another!...'. In 1941, Hitler established the Reichskommissariat Ukraine (RKU), and this entity was disbanded in 1944 by Soviet forces. Light chipping to margins, otherwise very good.

Lot: 295 - WORLD WAR II PROPAGANDA LEAFLETS (6)

WORLD WAR II PROPAGANDA LEAFLETS (6) An interesting group of six leaflets dropped on occupied Europe, varying sizes. Includes: an image of a large skeleton hovering over dead bodies, captioned ‘Eastward bound'; a poignant image showing the ‘two sides' of Franklin Roosevelt, one handing a money bag to politicians and the other handing a grenade to a soldier on the battlefield, captioned ‘Rich Man's War! Poor Man's Fight!'; a collage showing the progress of American troops in the Pacific with a message on the verso detailing their victories; a 4pp. leaflet from Lieutenant General Jacob L. Devers listing ‘Special Orders For German-American Relations'; a portrait view of a woman with a printed message, asking her man to ‘come back to me – Alive!'; and an image of an injured soldier on the battlefield with a woman in the background, her breasts exposed, and playing a drum, captioned ‘A charming war'. Conditions vary, overall very good.

Lot: 296 - WORLD WAR RED ARMY TRENCH NEWSPAPER

WORLD WAR RED ARMY TRENCH NEWSPAPER An original copy of the Red Army trench newspaper 'Red Army Truth', 12pp. 4to., Mar. 3, 1944, containing articles designed to entertain the soldiers: how to improve combat skills with weapons such as grenades, reports on honors recently conferred on their comrades, the importance of studying Leninism, how to orient themselves with a compass, and more -- all replete with patriotic rhetoric aimed to boost morale and keep the faith. Light wear, otherwise very good.

Lot: 297 - A CATHOLIC TEXT FOUND IN HERMANN GORING'S BERCHTESGADEN HOME

A CATHOLIC TEXT FOUND IN HERMANN GORING'S BERCHTESGADEN HOME A fine relic recovered from the Berchtesgaden retreat of Reischsmarshal HERMANN GORING (1893-1946), titled: 'The Holy Family. Jesus! Mary! Joseph! Our protection in life! Our comfort in death! Excerpt from the Great Life of Christ!' by 'Father Martin of Cochem, Capuchin Order [Catholic]', [Munich: Commissions-Verlag Herzog], ca. 1888. Hardcover, 954pp. 8.75 x 12.25 in. Gothic script, with numerous illustrations and decorations. Heavily worn, lacking spine cover, covers worn and coming loose, contents generally very good with a few pages within bearing clean tears. Family register bears several illegible entries. The front flyleaf bears a light pencil note at top: 'From Goring's Villa'. Accompanied by an affidavit from the soldier who found the text in Goring's home, Major Joseph A. Gilchrist, Jr. In his 1982 statement (included), Gilchrist writes in part: '... I am a 1928 graduate of Yale University and am presently retired. On or about April 25, 1945, I was serving as a Major in the United States Army, attached to the XXI Corps. At that time, I had occasion to enter the area of the so-called 'Eagle's Nest,' Adolf Hitler's mountain retreat. The area was secured by U.S. Army G-2 (Intelligence) troops. While in this area, I visited both Hitler's headquarters and a villa nearby used by Hermann Goering, commander of the German Luftwaffe The attached book, Bible [sic], was removed by me personally from Goering's villa and has been in my possession exclusively since April, 1945...' Gilchrist's obituary further notes: '...[He] joined the 1st Cleveland Cavalry in Cleveland and served in the Army in Germany in World War II, attaining the rank of Major. He worked for many years for Sweet Briar College, beginning as Superintendent of the Farm in 1947, and becoming Director of Natural Resources in 1965. He retired in 1971 and moved to Lynchburg where he continued to serve the college in a consulting capacity. He was an active member of Saint Paul's Episcopal Church where he served as a member of the vestry...' Interestingly, Goring was raised in the castle which belonged to his godfather, Ritter von Epenstein, who was also the lover of Goring's mother. Ironically, Epenstein, a Roman Catholic, was of Jewish descent. Goring himself was raised as a Catholic but was not a devout churchgoer. Whether this text belonged to Goring himself or a member of his entourage or staff is unknown.

Lot: 298 - GEN. CLARENCE R. HUEBNER'S MAP OF ST. LO

FROM THE ESTATE OF GEN. CLARENCE R. HUEBNER, COMMANDER OF THE 1ST INFANTRY DIVISION IN THE FIRST WAVE AT OMAHA BEACH A most significant World War II-era map owned by one of that conflict's most notable infantry commanders, a 1:50,000-scale view of the environs of St. Lo in the Normandy region of France, 32 x 22 in., the capture of which would allow American forces to break out of the bocage country into the French interior. The chart is designated 'Sheet 6/F2, and a legend is provided at bottom, with notes indicating that the chart was originally drawn and published by the Ordnance Survey of the U.S. War Department in 1942, updated to the third edition in 1943, and this copy printed by the U.S. Army Map Service in February of 1944. A disclaimer at the top edge stipulates that the chart is intended for use solely by the War and Navy Departments. Shows a few folds and some very small tears top the edges, else very good. CLARENCE R. HUEBNER (1888-1972) was the American general who took command of the 1st Infantry Division, popularly known as the ""Big Red One"", in early August of 1943. He commanded the division during the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, where it was the first force to face the Germans on Omaha Beach, and he joined his men on the beach the same day. The division was instrumental in the breakthrough following the battle for St. Lo and in foiling the German counteroffensive at Mortain. After the Allied breakout in Normandy, the division advanced rapidly, arriving at the German border in early October of 1944, where it was committed to battle at Aachen, which it captured after two weeks of heavy fighting. After experiencing heavy fighting once again in the Huertgen Forest, the division briefly rested but soon returned to counter the German offensive at the Battle of the Bulge in December, 1944. In January, 1945, Huebner was named commander of the V Corps, which he commanded in its advance to the Elbe river, where elements of the corps made the first contact with the Soviet Red Army. By war's end, the division had advanced into Czechoslovakia. Following the German surrender, Huebner served as the Chief of Staff for all American forces in Europe, and in 1949 was named the final military governor of the American occupation zone in Germany. This map originates directly from General Huebner's estate and is accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by a direct linear descendant.

Lot: 299 - 'DER STAHLHELM' RING

'DER STAHLHELM' RING A rather intriguing brass-plated silver ring featuring an M-16 helmet from World War I with the dates ‘1939-1940' on a brass plate. Some of the plating rubbed off with time, otherwise fine. This exact ring is visible on p.51 in ‘German & Spanish Military Rings: A Historical Perspective' by Stephen J. Shaw (Lancaster: Kollektor Press) 2021, and it is accompanied by a copy of the book.

Lot: 300 - 'SCHNAUFER'S FIRST KILL' AIRCRAFT CRASH RELIC

'SCHNAUFER'S FIRST KILL' AIRCRAFT CRASH RELIC HEINZ WOLFGANG SCHNAUFER (1922–1950) German Luftwaffe night fighter pilot, the highest scoring night fighter ace in the history of aerial warfare with 121 victories, all accomplished after dark. A terrific flight relic, a 2.5 x 1 in. aluminum fuselage section from the BF 110 B-2 (Werksnummer 4516) night fighter of Il./NJG 1 which was flown by Schnaufer when he obtained his first "kill' on the night of 1-2 June 1942. Schnaufer was shot in the leg while attacking a Halifax that night, after which he made his only belly landing during the war. While Schnaufer recuperated, this machine was reassigned to a different crew and was later converted into a G-0 model. On the night of 10-11 April 1943, it was shot down and destroyed. Its remains were excavated in 2006. The relic is affixed to plexiglass covering a fine artist's rendering of the aircraft and a photo of Schnaufer, all set into a black wood frame, 13 x 10.5 overall. Fine.

Lot: 301 - (DOOLITTLE MISSION) NAVIGATOR CARL R. WILDNER'S WARTIME INSIGNIA (4)

(DOOLITTLE MISSION) NAVIGATOR CARL R. WILDNER'S WARTIME INSIGNIA (4) Lt. Col. CARL R. WILDNER (1915-1994) served as the navigator with Crew #2 aboard Plane #40-2292 piloted by Capt. Travis Hoover. They followed Doolittle's bomber until it reached the Japanese shore, at which time Hoover veered off to bomb his own targets, two factory buildings and storehouses. He then trailed Doolittle most of the way to China where he managed to make a wheels-up crash-landing in a soft rice paddy. The crew, uninjured, torched their B-25 and walked for three days before friendly local guerilla fighters found them. Wildner later served in India until July 1943. Group of four pieces of Wildner's wartime insignia, including two major's pin-on shoulder rank insignia, sterling silver, made by Balfour, and two shoulder patches, one Army Air Corps and one C.B.I., both with snaps sewn to the reverse. Wildner left his estate to a close friend in Pennsylvania who subsequently transferred the material to our consignor.

Lot: 302 - ‘THE PUZZLE OF EUROPE’

‘THE PUZZLE OF EUROPE' An amazing puzzle manufactured by the New Zealand based toy maker ‘Mere', the ‘Puzzle of Europe' was made during the war and shows nearly all the nations of Europe aside from the United Kingdom are composed of swastika shaped pieces. The intact cardboard box proclaims that this is ‘The Greatest Jig-Saw Problem of the Age', along with this important warning, ‘The Nazis have battered their crooked sign into the face of Europe, shattering nearly all of it – except Britain. The task that lies before us is that, whatever the cost, we must – PUT EUROPE TOGETHER AGAIN!' Within, the puzzle retains the original 256 pieces and a full size 19 in. square map of Europe and North Africa. The sides of the box also have important information, namely that the puzzle is ‘Worthy to be preserved for future generations as a unique record of the present chaos wrought by the wearers of the Swastika.' Modern irony aside, the box is warped, making it slightly difficult to open, the map within has a number of splits, and several of the pieces are broken, with the pieces present, otherwise good.

Lot: 303 - 1936 OLYMPICS SOUVENIR CAP

1936 OLYMPICS SOUVENIR CAP A fine example of a souvenir cap from the 1936 Berlin Olympic games, made of black velvet with a white enamel pin resembling the Olympic rings on the exterior. The interior features a leather sweatband with a leather-colored sewn interior with ‘1936' and ‘DR' stamped in white. Fine.

Lot: 304 - 1942 ENAMELED CANTEEN WITH ALUMINUM CUP AND CARRIER

1942 ENAMELED CANTEEN WITH ALUMINUM CUP AND CARRIER An 1942 enameled canteen with aluminum cup and carrier. No serial numbers but all three pieces are dated 1942. Bears approximately 12 chips, some large, otherwise good.

Lot: 305 - 1942 ENAMELED CANTEEN WITH CUP AND CARRIER

1942 ENAMELED CANTEEN WITH CUP AND CARRIER A 1942 dated American enameled canteen with aluminum cup, carrier matched to the cup by serial number 'K 4754' ink stamped to the bottom of the carrier and also stamped into the metal handle of the cup as '4754', and showing a stamp bounce on the 4. Cup is undated, with the carrier being dated 1942 and showing a maker name.. Bears approximately 12 small chips to the porcelain, but overall very good.

Lot: 306 - 90TH INFANTRY DIVISION SECTION OF D-DAY CAPTURED GERMAN BUNKER

90TH INFANTRY DIVISION SECTION OF D-DAY CAPTURED GERMAN BUNKER 'OUR GUYS TOOK THIS BUNKER' A most evocative relic from the American D-Day landings at Utah Beach, a section of a German bunker taken by members of the 90th Infantry Division, signed by them exactly forty years later and dedicated to a friend killed by fire on that fateful day. It further appears that the signers were members of the 490th Port Battalion, an all-black unit. The section of bunker is composed of concrete reinforced with steel, 10.5 x 3.5 x 1.75 in. thick. A red, white and blue label is affixed to one side with gold lettering reading: '90TH INF. DIV'. The label is hand-marked: Utah Beach 6 June 1944 40 YEARS 'Our guys took this bunker' and is signed by four men, including 2nd Lt. John C. Collins. It is further inscribed: 'In memory of Sgt. Willie E. Collins'. Collins, probably related to the lieutenant, was an African-American born in Macon in 1922 and a member of 490th Port Battalion which was all black. His battalion cleared beach obstacles, prepared exits, and developed gun emplacements. He was killed by German artillery fire on June 6th.

Lot: 307 - AMERICAN-RUSSIAN BLOOD CHIT WITH LANYARD

AMERICAN-RUSSIAN BLOOD CHIT WITH LANYARD Excessively rare American printed cloth 'blood chit' printed in both English and Russian, intended to be worn about the neck by American pilots and presented to any Russian encountered should the wearer be shot down over Russian territory. The 4pp. 7.5 x 4.75 in. (overall) document reads on two pages in Russian: 'I AM AMERICAN' with text in both languages: 'Please provide information about me to the American Military Mission in Moscow'. One page bears instruction for the pilot to learn how to explain he is American, where and how to display the blood chit, warnings about motions to be made while surrendering, etc. The last side of the cloth bears an image of an American flag. This blood chit would be folded and slipped into a celluloid folder with neck lanyard which is also included. Fine condition, and the first we have seen.

Lot: 308 - ANTI-PERSONNEL FLECHETTES (10)

ANTI-PERSONNEL FLECHETTES (10) Scarce lot of ten World War II-era anti-personnel flechettes, weighted bomb-shaped and finned projectiles each just over 3/4 in. long. When dropped from altitude, these weapons would descend nose-first, badly wounding or killing those in their path and damaging vehicles, artillery, etc. These nasty weapons date as far back as World War I when they were also used against balloons, to as late as the Vietnam War.

Lot: 309 - BATTLE OF PELELIU RELICS

BATTLE OF PELELIU RELICS A neat desktop collection of relics, a small plastic container with two bullet, a shell casing and two primers along with a small quantity of sand, all recovered from 'The Point' at the northern tip of White Beach 1 on Peleliu, the far left flank for the attacking U.S. 1st Marine Division which faced heavy Japanese defenses including concrete bunkers and machine-gun positions. Obtained directly from a veteran who traveled to the island to recover relics.

Lot: 310 - BATTLE OF TARAWA RELICS

BATTLE OF TARAWA RELICS A neat desktop collection of relics, a small plastic container holding within three bullets and a shell casing along with a small quantity of sand, all recovered from Tarawa Atoll Red Beach One, the scene of the 2nd Marines' desperate battle against entrenched Japanese forces on Nov. 20-23, 1943. Obtained directly from a veteran who traveled to the atoll to recover relics.

Lot: 311 - BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS BELT BUCKLES (3)

BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS BELT BUCKLES (3) A collection of three SS relics, presumably recovered from an unknown Eastern European battlefield. All of the design elements are barely distinguishable, but one can observe the national eagle clutching a wreathed swastika along with the remnants of text. Very oxidized and pitted.

Lot: 312 - BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS BELT BUCKLES (3)

BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS BELT BUCKLES (3) A collection of three SS relics, presumably recovered from an unknown Eastern European battlefield. All of the design elements are barely distinguishable, but one can observe the national eagle clutching a wreathed swastika along with remnants of text, which is not present. Very oxidized and pitted.

Lot: 313 - BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS TOTENKOPF CAP SKULL

BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS TOTENKOPF CAP SKULL A well-preserved Totenkopf cap badge, presumably recovered from an unknown Eastern European battlefield. The skull was likely produced in Latvia, as the attachment tabs are integrated in the design. Also on the verso are some stamps, including one which reads ‘1944', the year of production. Pitting, otherwise good.

Lot: 314 - BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS TOTENKOPF CAP SKULL

BATTLEFIELD RECOVERED SS TOTENKOPF CAP SKULL A well-preserved Totenkopf cap badge, presumably recovered from an unknown Eastern European battlefield. The skull was likely produced in Latvia, as the attachment tabs are integrated in the design, with one being present and the other not. Also on the verso are some stamps, including one which reads ‘1944', the year of production. Heavily oxidized and pitted, otherwise good.

Lot: 315 - GERMAN POLIZEI HAND-HELD TRAFFIC SIGN 'HALT POLIZEI'

GERMAN POLIZEI HAND-HELD TRAFFIC SIGN 'HALT POLIZEI' A rare hand-held sign used by the German police for dreaded road stops, 15.5 in. long overall with a 7.5 in. diameter printed steel disc attached to a split-ended wood handle by steel screws. The disc bears a black-outlined green eagle and swastika decal representing the 'Feldgendarmerie' symbol and surrounded by an outside printed orange 'stop' band reading 'HALT POLIZEI' on both sides. The wood handle still bears the original brown leather carrying strap. A few trivial scratches, else very good.

Lot: 316 - GERMAN TOY SEARCHLIGHT TRUCK

GERMAN TOY SEARCHLIGHT TRUCK German toy searchlight truck, ca. 1930s, a Tippco 'Schweinwerferauto' made of painted sheet tin with operating driver's door, turning front wheels, and swiveling and tilting searchlight (needs rewiring and possibly a new bulb). One wheel jury-rigged with a small strip of aluminum to secure it to the axle, else very good.

Lot: 317 - HERMANN GORING REICHSWERKE TOWEL

HERMANN GORING REICHSWERKE TOWEL A large towel, 31.5 x 17 in., made of white cotton with a red-dyed stripe which reads: ‘Reichswerke Hermann Goring'. Lightly soiled, otherwise very good. The Reichswerke Hermann Goring was an industrial conglomerate in Nazi Germany from 1937 until 1945. It was established to extract and process domestic iron ores from Salzgitter that were deemed uneconomical by the privately held steel mills. The state-owned Reichswerke was seen as a vehicle to hasten growth in ore mining and steel output regardless of private capitalists' plans and opinions, and ran in alignment with Hitler's strategic and economic vision. Goring himself supervised the Reichswerke but did not own it in any sense and did not make personal profit from it directly, although at times he withdrew cash for personal expenses.

Lot: 318 - IRON CROSS RING

IRON CROSS RING A privately purchased ring featuring a black pebbled Iron Cross. This exact ring is visible on p.274 in ‘German & Spanish Military Rings: A Historical Perspective' by Stephen J. Shaw (Lancaster: Kollektor Press) 2021, and it is accompanied by a copy of the book.

Lot: 319 - LARGE IRON CASTING OF PAUL VON HINDENBURG

LARGE IRON CASTING OF PAUL VON HINDENBURG Most attractive large cast iron plaque bearing an impressive bust of Paul von Hindenburg (1847- 1934), German general and politician who crushed the Russians at Tannenburg and in Poland, later forced to yield the Chancellor's office to Hitler in 1933. The casting measures 11.5 x 16 in. with Hindenburg named at bottom, also bearing the artist's initials 'S E'. The reverse bears a copyright notice and the number '2111'. Light oxidation

Lot: 320 - MANNHEIM WOODEN WALL PLAQUE

MANNHEIM WOODEN WALL PLAQUE Impressive wooden wall plaque honoring the German city of Mannheim, 16.25 in. dia., with an ornate border incorporating 'MANNHEIM' at top, with the dexter half displaying a red wolf trap and the sinister half displaying a rampant, double queued lion, crowned, armed and tongued. Unmarked, undated.

Lot: 321 - MUNICH REICH'S LEADERSHIP DINNER FORK

MUNICH REICH'S LEADERSHIP DINNER FORK Stainless steel dinner fork stamped 'Eingentum der Reichsleitung N.S.D.A.P. Munchen', 8.25 in., also hallmarked 'Original Olympia', and maker marked for Oxydex Rostfrei. Likely used in a government building cafeteria. Expected wear, very good.

Lot: 322 - RELIC FROM AKERSHUS FORTRESS EXECUTIONS

RELIC FROM AKERSHUS FORTRESS EXECUTIONS Small piece of stone from the embankment at Akershus Fortress in Oslo before which German troops executed 45 members of the Norwegian resistance, including members of the Pelle Group whose bodies were then thrown into the Oslofjord. The 2 x 1 in. piece of stone is wired to a 4.25 in, square board with Dymo label description. The fortress was liberated on 11 May 1945, when it was handed over to Terje Rollem on behalf of the Norwegian resistance movement. After the war, eight Norwegian traitors who had been tried for war crimes and sentenced to death were also executed at the fortress. Among those executed were Vidkun Quisling and Siegfried Fehmer.

Lot: 323 - RELICS FROM THE FIRST U.S. MERCHANT SHIP SUNK BY A U-BOAT

RELICS FROM THE FIRST U.S. MERCHANT SHIP SUNK BY A U-BOAT On May 21, 1941 the unarmed U.S. freighter ROBIN MOOR, en route to South Africa and Mozambique, was stopped and sunk by German submarine U-69 about 700 miles off the west coast of Africa. The ship--her nationality prominently reflected in the U.S. flags painted on her sides--became the first American merchantman sunk by a U-boat in World War II. There were no casualties among her 38-man crew and eight passengers, and U-69's commanding officer, Kapitanleutnant Jost Metzler, provided the Americans with rations. However, the event brought about the closing of the German and Italian embassies in Washington and pushed the U.S. closer to war. Offered here are three rare relics of that sinking: a 6.5 x 5 x 2 in. section of cork used to provide buoyancy to a life vest, as well as a 4.5 x 3 in. section of loth and a 5.5 x 1.25 in. section of securing tie, all cut from a life vest by a vandal decades ago and sold piecemeal. They are sold with original photos of the untouched life vest marked with the doomed ship's ship's name and handwritten provenance.

Lot: 324 - SILK AVIATOR’S MAP NECKTIE

SILK AVIATOR'S MAP NECKTIE A unique keepsake, approx. 55 x 3.5 in., a necktie fabricated by an aviator from a World War II silk escape map of West Java . Fine.

Lot: 325 - SS-PACKAGED SHAVING SOAP

SS-PACKAGED SHAVING SOAP Two small bars of SS-packed shaving soap, cylinders being 2 in. tall and 1.25 in. wide still in the original waxed paper wrapping printed with maker's name 'Bergmann & Co.' and indicating it's production for use by the SS: 'SS-packing'. Packaging wrinkled, else very good.

Lot: 326 - SUDETENLAND COMMEMORATIVE GLASS

Very fine period drinking glass celebrating the annexation of the Sudetenland in 1938. The tapered 4.5 in. tall yellow and clear glass vessel features a Bavarian rampant lion cut expertly cut into the glass with a dot pattern above and below. At the top a yellow band is inscribed in Sutterlin script, untranslated. Also inscribed on the band on the opposite side of the glass is the date ‘1938'. Fine.

Lot: 327 - THIRD ARMY SOLDIER'S MULTI-SIGNED GERMAN PORTFOLIO

THIRD ARMY SOLDIER'S MULTI-SIGNED GERMAN PORTFOLIO An interesting relic owned and used by Pvt. Raymond E. Levelle of Baxter, WV, attached to the 599th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, Third Army who was inducted on Apr. 18, 1944. At some point during or immediately after the war, Levelle obtained a German handmade thick leather portfolio, 14 x 10.5 x 1.5 in, the leather sections stitched together with red lacing and fitted with a leather strap and buckle. On the closing flap, Levelle boldly inked his name, home town, emblems of his battalion, and '599 AAA AW BN.' Additionally, Levelle had about 40 of his fellow soldiers, as well as a few lady friends sign his briefcase, some adding locations including Bastogne, Bavaria, Italy, Scotland, Munich, Paris, Luxembourg, home towns, etc. Many of these names and places are worn and extremely light. Additionally, the contents of the case include Levelle's draft notice; a 'bring back' certificate, etc.; a summary of the Third Army's European service with a fine Patton photo within, Army issue ca. 1945-46; a guide to the Army Rest Center in Foro d'Italia, Rome, a Mussolini forum; a small hand painted card depicting a German mountain chalet, and a photo guide to Rome. Good to very good.

Lot: 328 - WEST WALL HELMET RING

WEST WALL HELMET RING A brass-plated ring displaying an M-40 helmet and swastika with the caption ‘WESTFRONT'. This exact ring is visible on p.238 in ‘German & Spanish Military Rings: A Historical Perspective' by Stephen J. Shaw (Lancaster: Kollektor Press) 2021, and it is accompanied by a copy of the book.

Lot: 329 - ALFREDO ACTON

ALFREDO ACTON (1867-1934) World War I Italian admiral and head of general staff of the Italian Navy; also a delegate to the Washington Arms Conference (1922). Fine I.S.P. 4.5 x 7 in., overall 8.25 x 11 in. b/w, shows Acton in a distinguished presentation in uniform, with his numerous awards front and center. Boldly inscribed at the bottom blank margin in Italian: ‘Admiral Alfredo Acton…World War Service 1915-16-17-18 Rome, Nov. 1931'. Mounting traces to verso, very slight soiling to the bottom edge, very good.

Lot: 330 - MAURICE SARRAIL

MAURICE SARRAIL (1856-1929) French general during World War I, commanded VI Corps then Third Army in the Ardennes, and played an important role in the First Battle of Marne. He was, however, dismissed in 1915 for his poor leadership during the Salonika campaign. Pre-war T.L.S. 1p. legal folio, Paris, June 1, 1910, as General Director of Infantry by order of the Minister of War, and on official letterhead to Head of the Parlange Squadrons of the 12th Dragoons. He writes: ‘I have the honor to inform you that I have been referred to you as a professional induction examiner at the Special Military School for cavalry officers…The examinations will focus on parts for which you are responsible in field service, riding and aerobatics. They will take place in SAINT-CYR from July 1 to 8…Please introduce present yourself on June 29…to the General Commandant of the School…take your horses and orders…'. Very good.

Lot: 331 - 165th INFANTRY REGIMENT MEUSE-ARGONNE OFFENSIVE ADVANCE MAP, OWNED BY COL. WILLIAM J. DONOVAN

165th INFANTRY REGIMENT MEUSE-ARGONNE OFFENSIVE ADVANCE MAP, OWNED BY COL. WILLIAM J. DONOVAN WILLIAM J. DONOVAN (1883-1959) 'Wild Bill', American brigadier general chosen by Roosevelt to head the O.S.S. (precursor to the C.I.A.). Donovan planted over 16,000 people behind enemy lines and developed elaborate plans to subvert Axis military operations. Large, finely-detailed map showing the advance of the U.S. 165th Regiment during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the largest and deadliest campaign in the history of the U.S. Army, from Oct. 2 to Nov. 8, 1918. Using a 33.5 x 63 in. French map of the commune of Mezier as a base, the map bears the hand-inked title at top right: ‘History 165 Inf. No. 5 Showing Route of March Taken in Argonne Meuse Offensive, Positions Held Previous to the Attack, Division Sector, and Line of Enemy Resistance. Showing Route of March, Towns Occupied and Position of Advance battalion in the Advance on Sedan.' Below appears the subtitle: ‘Prepared by Regtl. Intelligence 165 Inf.', with the regimental intelligence officer, 1st Lt. Harold L. Allen, signing below. The map is further marked at bottom right: ‘Sergt. T[heodore] C. Ranscht Regtl. Intelligence 165 Inf March 20, 1919'. The route of advance is marked in blue ink and yellow and green indelible pencil, and follows the 165th from its arrival from the St. Mihiel salient all the way to its furthest point of advance by patrols to Sedan on Nov. 8, days before Armistice Day. Hand-written and colored paper labels affixed to the map show the regiment's progress by date, as well as notable engagements, including the Kreimhilde Stellung, a German fortified position which stalled the advance from Oct. 11 to Nov. 1, and an attack on Verriers on Nov. 5. The map shows folds overall with some internal splits thereto, and some chips to the edges, otherwise in very good overall condition, making for an impressive display. Originally the famous 69th New York Infantry 'Fighting Irish', the 165th Regiment would distinguish itself at the Second Battle of the Marne, the Ourcq River during the Aisne-Marne Offensive, and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Donovan himself would be awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery in mid-October, 1918, for his actions leading an assault on the Kreimhilde Stellung at Landres-et-St. George, depicted on the map presented here. This example, along with other maps and documents, was contained within two of Donovan's footlockers purchased by our consignor and previously sold by us.

Lot: 332 - BATTLE OF SOISSONS FRENCH FORCES ADVANCE MAP, OWNED BY COL. WILLIAM J. DONOVAN

BATTLE OF SOISSONS FRENCH FORCES ADVANCE MAP, OWNED BY COL. WILLIAM J. DONOVAN WILLIAM J. DONOVAN (1883-1959) 'Wild Bill', American brigadier general chosen by Roosevelt to head the O.S.S. (precursor to the C.I.A.). Donovan planted over 16,000 people behind enemy lines and developed elaborate plans to subvert Axis military operations. During World War I, Donovan served as colonel of the U.S. 165th Regiment, originally the famous 69th New York Infantry 'Fighting Irish'. The regiment would distinguish itself at the Second Battle of the Marne, the Ourcq River during the Aisne-Marne Offensive, and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Donovan himself would be awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery in mid-October, 1918. Enormous, finely-detailed French ‘Plan Directure', or artillery map, 54 x 80 in., constructed of four sheets joined at the center, providing a 1:20,000-scale view of the environs of the communes of Fisme and Joncehry-sur-Vesle, an area which was the subject of the Allied counterattack towards Soissons beginning on July 18, 1918, after the failure of the German Champagne-Marne offensive at the Second Battle of the Marne on July 14-18. Despite its large size, the map bears hand-drawn annotations showing a very small portion of the offensive undertaken by the French Fifth Army on July 18, focusing on the villages of Anthenay and Olizy, just southwest of Ville-sure-Tardenois. The map shows the objective lines for the first and second phases of the assault, with an ‘outpost line' to the north of the villages, all indicated in red, green, and blue indelible pencil, and black ink. The connection between this map and Donovan's 165th Infantry Regiment is unclear, as the assault shown was undertaken solely by French forces; the 42nd Infantry Division, to which the 165th belonged, was committed further west near Chateau-Thierry, where it saw heavy fighting at La Croix Rouge farm before crossing the Ourcq River. The map shows folds overall, with some notable tears internally and to the edges, still in very good condition, making for an impressive display – if you have the wall space! This example, along with other maps and documents, was contained within two of Donovan's footlockers purchased by our consignor and previously sold by us.

Lot: 333 - BATTLE OF ST. MIHIEL WATER SOURCE MAP, USED BY COL. WILLIAM J. DONOVAN

BATTLE OF ST. MIHIEL WATER SOURCE MAP, USED BY COL. WILLIAM J. DONOVAN WILLIAM J. DONOVAN (1883-1959) 'Wild Bill', American brigadier general chosen by Roosevelt to head the O.S.S. (precursor to the C.I.A.). Donovan planted over 16,000 people behind enemy lines and developed elaborate plans to subvert Axis military operations. During World War I, Donovan served as colonel of the U.S. 165th Regiment, originally the famous 69th New York Infantry 'Fighting Irish'. The regiment would distinguish itself at the Second Battle of the Marne, the Ourcq River during the Aisne-Marne Offensive, and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Donovan himself would be awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery in mid-October, 1918. An interesting war-date map, 35 x 29 in., a 1:50,000-scale map of the environs of the French commune of Commercy, into which the 165th would advance as part of the 42nd Infantry Division, under overall command of the French Fourth Army, during the brutal Battle of St. Mihiel, Sep. 12-15, 1918. The map, titled ‘Water Supply' at top, identifies all known rivers, streams, springs and wells in the area which might be utilized by advancing Allied troops, vital knowledge for an army on the move. It is labeled as being produced by ‘American Expeditionary Forces – Chief Engineer – Geologic Section' at bottom left, with the date ‘Aug. 29, ‘18'. Shows file holes at the top and bottom edges, with folds consitient with field use throughout, else very good. This map, along with other maps and documents, was contained within two of Donovan's footlockers purchased by our consignor and previously sold by us.

Lot: 334 - BRITISH MAPS OF ZEPPELIN ATTACKS ON ENGLAND (6)

BRITISH MAPS OF ZEPPELIN ATTACKS ON ENGLAND (6) Fine selection of six printed maps issued in 1930 by a British 'Ordnance Survey', various sizes, most quarto, each showing the routes taken by German military zeppelins during attacks on England, and sites bombed. Each map represents a specific date, and provides additional information on the weather conditions at the time, number of bombs dropped, casualties, and damage in monetary figures. Fine condition. Fascinating!

Lot: 335 - SCRAPBOOK OF THE II NASSAU PIONIER BATTALION

SCRAPBOOK OF THE II NASSAU PIONIER BATTALION Touching scrapbook apparently maintained by a recording secretary or devoted member of the German II Nassau Pionier Battalion until Jan. 22, 1939. The book, about 100pp. and disbound, contains the dates and locations of perhaps a dozen reunions of members of the battalion following the war's end. Each member attending also has placed his signature on the corresponding page. Also included are about 40 candid photographs of the veterans on parade, at funerals, in their World War I uniforms with pickelhaube, mingling with their modern Wehrmacht counterparts, etc., along with newspaper clippings, printed programs for some of the events, postcards, etc., some going as far back as 1919. Overall fine condition.

Lot: 336 - U.S. 17TH AERO SQUADRON AERIAL COMBAT REPORTS (3)

U.S. 17TH AERO SQUADRON AERIAL COMBAT REPORTS (3) Lot of three 'Combats in the Air' reports from the U.S. 17th Aero Squadron, attached to the R.A.F. and in service in France, each 1p. legal folio and signed in type by Squadron Cmdr. Samuel B. Eckert, (1884-1973). The first report, Aug. 24, 1918, has Lt. L. A. Hamilton bombing truck transports an troop quarters, and also shooting down a balloon. The second report, Oct. 8, 1918, has Lt. M. C. Giesecke bombing troops near Cambrai, and later firing at horse transports and more troops. The third report, also on Oct. 8th, has Lt. H. P. Alderman dropping bombs upon and machine-gunning transports near Cambria, with heavy machine gun fire from the ground. Very good condition. The 17th Aero Squadron had the distinction of being the first squadron to be attached to British Royal Air Force squadrons and the first to be sent into combat. It had an excellent combat record and produced six aces and 53 kills, losing 13 KIA and six POW.

Lot: 337 - U.S. 17TH AERO SQUADRON AERIAL COMBAT REPORTS (3)

U.S. 17TH AERO SQUADRON AERIAL COMBAT REPORTS (3) Lot of three 'Combats in the Air' reports from the U.S. 17th Aero Squadron, attached to the R.A.F. and in service in France, each 1p. legal folio and signed in type by Squadron Cmdr. Samuel B. Eckert, (1884-1973). The first report, Sep. 18, 1918, has Lt. George A. Vaughn, also an ace, engaged with his wing man in a dogfight with an enemy aircraft resulting in the death of an enemy gunner. The second report, Oct. 8, 1918, has Lt. H. C. Knotts dropping four bombs from 2,000 feet, then descending as low as fifty feet to machine gun truck drivers, troops, and a battery. The third report, on Aug. 23, 1918, is Lt. W. D. Tipton's report on dropping four 20lb. bombs from 500 feet onto six trucks, drawing 14 Fokkers down to the scene. Very good condition. The 17th Aero Squadron had the distinction of being the first squadron to be attached to British Royal Air Force squadrons and the first to be sent into combat. It had an excellent combat record and produced six aces and 53 kills, losing 13 KIA and six POW.

Lot: 338 - WORLD WAR I ERA 16TH TANK BATTALION HONORABLE DISCHARGE

WORLD WAR I ERA 16TH TANK BATTALION HONORABLE DISCHARGE 'Eagle' Honorable discharge of Private Adjutor Cote of the 16th Tank Battalion, Company B, 2pp. 4to., Camp Meade, Maryland, December 18, 1924. Cote, born in the Dominion of Canada, was just over 26 years old when he enlisted on November 16, 1923. Not much is written about Cote other than his character is ' very good', and it appears his discharge was upon the completion of an agreed-upon year of service. Light spotting on the verso, else very good.

Lot: 339 - 'COLORED MAN IS NO SLACKER' POSTER

'COLORED MAN IS NO SLACKER' POSTER Very rare color chromolithograph poster titled at the bottom: 'Colored Man is No Slacker', 20 x 16 in., a commercial image intended for the African-American market. The poster depicts a black soldier in uniform bidding farewell to his sweetheart as other black soldiers march behind him with a waving American flag. Printer E. G. Renisch, Chicago is credited, dated 1918. One corner chip, else very good. In the United States during World War I, the word 'slacker' was commonly used to describe someone who was not participating in the war effort, specifically someone who avoided military service, equivalent to the later term 'draft dodger'.

Lot: 340 - ‘THE AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN PEACE-NOTE’ BROADSIDE

‘THE AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN PEACE-NOTE' BROADSIDE A small 8.5 x 12.75 in. broadside from September of 1918 making note of a peace offering made by Austria-Hungary in 1916 and laying out the reasons why people should take note of it. In part: '...The peace-offer which the Central Powers addressed to their enemies on the 12th of December 1916, the conciliatory idea of which they never departed from, marks an important epoch in the history of this war in spite of the refusal it met with. Since that moment, contrary to the spirit prevailing during the first two and a half years of the war, the peace question has focussed the discussions of Europe, nay of the whole world, and has continued to be its dominating preoccupation on ever increasing measure...' Lightly toned with stains and marginal tears, otherwise very good.

Lot: 341 - ‘THERE WAS A CERTAIN LIVELINESS ON THE WESTERN FRONT…’

‘THERE WAS A CERTAIN LIVELINESS ON THE WESTERN FRONT…' Vivid original watercolor on paper, 9.75 x 7 in. (sight), from World War I. The painting depicts a captured and unarmed British soldier fighting off his five German captors in no man's land with fighting silhouettes in the background as two German soldiers look on from a trench. On the lower left corner of the painting is an inked inscription which reads ‘THERE WAS A CERTAIN LIVELINESS ON THE WESTERN FRONT………' On the opposite corner is the artist's signature, ‘R. T. Cooper', a noted war artist, and the date ‘1916'. A few scattered small holes and repairs, some foxing, otherwise very good. Matted.

Lot: 342 - 42 PHOTOGRAPHS OF ALLIED PRISONERS HELD AT LANGENSALZA P.O.W. CAMP (42)

42 PHOTOGRAPHS OF ALLIED PRISONERS HELD AT LANGENSALZA P.O.W. CAMP (42) A very rare collection of 42 postcard photographs of French, Russian and other Allied prisoners in a variety of scenes while they were held by the Germans at the notorious Langensalza prisoner of war camp. Eight of the cards are postally used, and only one does not have a camp ink imprint or postmark on the verso. Images include group shots of the men, almost all displaying their prisoner numbers, ten photographs of an improvised theater act, the cemetery, a soccer game, and many individual portraits. Some of the photos are period commercial images, others are one-off portraits, etc. One card chipped at a corner, else generally very good. There were about 12,000 men held at Laqngensalza, of many nationalities. Conditions were difficult, there was little food, and many men starved to death during the Autumn and Winter of 1918. Soldiers' letters typically asked for food to be sent and described the daily ration - some soup, a piece of bread, which would be augmented by some of the week's issue of 24 biscuits, and talk of staying in bed all day to stay warm. At times the prisoners would eat the grass that they could reach outside the wire.

Lot: 343 - AMERICAN SOLDIER’S WESTERN FRONT PHOTOGRAPHS SHOW GERMAN PRISONERS OF WAR (27)

AMERICAN SOLDIER'S WESTERN FRONT PHOTOGRAPHS SHOW GERMAN PRISONERS OF WAR (27) Fine group of twenty-seven original photographs, each approx. 3.25 x 2.5 in. b/w, all presumably taken by one American soldier, depicting scenes on the Western Front circa 1919. Each photo is captioned in black ink on the verso in the same hand identifying the subjects, including five images which show German prisoners of war under guard in a prison camp, maintaining French graves, doing laundry and at an ‘after dinner party' which also includes American, English and French soldiers and civilians. Additional images show an American cemetery in the Argonne, French graves at the front, mine craters and human remains at Vauqois, the ruined commune of Esnes, a shell dump, and French civilians in the ruins of their home. Each shows slight bumps to the corners, with some slight toning to some examples, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 344 - GERMAN PROPAGANDA POSTER: 'KRIEGSANLEIHE ZEICHNEN!'

GERMAN PROPAGANDA POSTER: 'KRIEGSANLEIHE ZEICHNEN!' German poster: 'Kriegsanleihe Zeichnen!' urging the reader to purchase war bonds, 37.5 x 5 in., printed by Stengel & Co., Dresden. Linen mounted, fine.

Lot: 345 - IMPERIAL GERMAN ARMY UNIT REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS (24)

IMPERIAL GERMAN ARMY UNIT REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS (24) Fine lot of twenty-four World War I-era real photo postcards, each approx. 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, each showing large groups or units of Imperial German Army soldiers in uniform. The group features both officers and enlisted men, showing a wide variety of weapons, uniforms, headgear and accouterments, valuable to historians and collectors of the conflict. Notable examples include a view of four soldiers posing with a photography studio's ‘aeroplane' backdrop, two wielding Gew 98 rifles; two officers and drivers in an open car; a group of four young men, three wearing different varieties of Army uniform and one in Navy uniform; a machine gun battalion armed with three MG 08/15 light machine guns; three views of troop trains; and a column on horseback with lances and banners. Other images show a squad of soldiers in field uniforms with M1916 steel helmets and armed with Gew 98 rifles; a similarly-equipped unit wearing pickelhaube helmets; an entire regiment in field uniforms in formation on an alpine pasture; and more. Thirteen are inscribed on the verso, with the remainder blank. Some show minor bumps to the corners or small folds, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 346 - IMPERIAL GERMAN NAVY WARSHIPS REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS (22)

IMPERIAL GERMAN NAVY WARSHIPS REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS (22) Fine group of twenty-two real photo postcards, each 5.25 x 3.5 in. b/w, all depicting World War I-era warships of the Kaiserliche Marine, or Imperial German Navy. The ships depicted individually include: battlecruiser SMS GOEBEN, presented to the Ottoman Navy after leading the Royal Navy on a chase across the Mediterranean at the outset of the war; light cruiser SMS BRESLAU, presented to the Ottoman Navy along with Goeben; armored cruiser SMS BLUCHER, sunk at Dogger Bank with a loss of four-fifths of her crew (two full views); light cruiser SMS EMDEN, successful commerce raider in the Pacific before being defeated by HMAS SYDNEY at the Cocos Islands; dreadnought battleship SMS OLDENBURG; dreadnought battleship SMS KAISER; pre-dreadnought battleship SMS SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN; pre-dreadnought battleship SMS POMMERN; pre-dreadnought battleship SMS PREUSSEN; pre-dreadnought battleship SMS LOTHRINGEN; light cruiser SMS KONIGSBERG; light cruiser SMS STRASBURG; and light cruiser SMS KOLBERG. Additional examples feature close views of the main turrets of the battleships SMS DEUTSCHLAND, SMS FRIEDRICH DER GROSSE and SMS OSTFRIESLAND; a wide view of the battleships DEUTSCHLAND and SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN at anchor in a Norwegian fjord; DEUTSCHLAND and the battleship SMS WITTELSBACH passing under the Rendsburg High Bridge; and three views of torpedo boats cruising at high speed in the North Sea. Each post card is marked on the verso as being printed by Verlag M.L. Carstens of Hamburg, from negatives taken by photographer K. Koch of Kiel. All are printed on ‘NBC' postcard stock. Some examples show slight bumps to the corners, but are otherwise in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 347 - PHOTOGRAPH OF BAVARIAN K.I.A. IRON CROSS RECIPIENT

PHOTOGRAPH OF BAVARIAN K.I.A. IRON CROSS RECIPIENT Fantastic oversize hand-colored memorial portrait photograph of German soldier, Georg Losslein, an Iron Cross recipient from a Bavarian regiment, killed on May 9, 1915, near Neuville. The photograph, 19 x 23 in. (sight, including mat), shows the soldier in a chest, up pose in uniform, and has been expertly hand-colored, including the Bavarian cockade affixed to his cap. At the top, the mat is decorated with a hand-painted Iron Cross with wreaths and a faded inscription. At the bottom, another Iron Cross has been painted, along with Losslein's name, and 'Fallen for the Fatherland on 9 May 1915 at Neuville' The artist is credited at lower-right. Mat is toned, else fine, in a period wood frame.

Lot: 348 - TRAITOROUS FRENCH BROADSIDE

TRAITOROUS FRENCH BROADSIDE Broadside published by the traitorous French newspaper 'Le Bonnet Rouge', 17 x 12 in., the sarcastic text reading in full: 'Read today in The Red Cap THE FOREIGNERS IN PARIS Why France must not fail in its reputation as a hospitable nation' Upper-right corner lost, clean 5 in. split at center, printed hastily and crudely. Likely issued during the rapid Axis advance on Paris. Le Bonnet Rouge was as an anarchist French newspaper published from 1913 to 1922, and it defended Franco-German rapprochement. The newspaper's administrator, Emile-Joseph Duval, was arrested, tried and executed on 7 August 1917 over allegations of complicity with the enemy.

Lot: 349 - 'GOTT MIT UNS' IMPERIAL GERMAN BELT BUCKLE

'GOTT MIT UNS' IMPERIAL GERMAN BELT BUCKLE Imperial German military belt buckle, stamped steel with a Prussian crown, laurel leaves and the motto 'GOTT MIT UNS', unmarked. Fine.

Lot: 350 - DUCHY OF BRUNSWICK MEDAL OF MERIT FOR ART AND SCIENCE, SECOND CLASS

DUCHY OF BRUNSWICK MEDAL OF MERIT FOR ART AND SCIENCE, SECOND CLASS A very scarce early 20th-century Imperial German award, the Duchy of Brunswick Medal of Merit for Art and Science, Second Class, established in 1908 by Duke Johann Albrecht of Mecklenburg. The obverse of the 2 x 1.5 in. silver ovoid medal depicts the right-profile bust of Duke Karl I of Brunswick and Luneburg, within the motto 'CAROLUS D G DVX BRVNSVIC ET LVNEBURG'. The reverse depicts the Saxon steed forcene beneath a crown, within the motto ‘DEM VERDIENST IN KVNST VND WISSENCHAFT' [‘For Merit in Art and Science']. The edge of the medal is ringed by a laurel wreath with floral embellishments, with a suspension loop at top. The loop is fitted with a suspension ring attaching the medal to a 1.25 in. wide red silk ribbon with yellow edges. The obverse is uniformly darkened, worn bright at the extremities, while the reverse is bright overall, again showing wear to the extremities.

Lot: 351 - IRON CROSS, SECOND CLASS

IRON CROSS, SECOND CLASS 1914 Iron Class, 2nd Class, very good detail and paint completely intact, suspension ring stamped but mark is illegible, with replacement ribbon. Tarnished, else very good.

Lot: 352 - PRUSSIAN ORDER OF THE CROWN, FOURTH CLASS

PRUSSIAN ORDER OF THE CROWN, FOURTH CLASS A rare World War I-era award, a Prussian Order of the Crown, Fourth Class, in the form of a cross pattee, 1.75 in. square. The badge is of three-piece construction, with enameled disks affixed to the gilt cross on obverse and reverse. The obverse depicts a Prussian crown within a blue enameled disk bearing the gilt motto ‘GOTT MIT UNS'. The reverse depicts the royal cipher of Kaiser Wilhelm I, within a blue enameled disk bearing the gilt establishment date of the award, ‘Den 18 October 1861'. The edges of the central medallion are fitted with four threaded holes between the arms of the cross; the award was issued in versions with and without swords in this position, and it is possible that the badge blanks were manufactured with these holes depending on their necessity. The edge of the bottom arm of the cross bears the scratched maker's mark ‘W', most likely for Wagner of Berlin. The top arm is fitted with a perpendicularly-set suspension loop with ring, lacking the ribbon. The enamel disk on the obverse shows a loss between ‘Gott' and ‘Mit', with a smaller loss between ‘Mit' and ‘Uns', and the suspension ring is somewhat deformed. The arms of the cross additionally show slight oxidation and verdigris on both sides, otherwise in very good overall condition.

Lot: 353 - WORLD WAR I VICTORY MEDAL WITH ITALY CLASP

WORLD WAR I VICTORY MEDAL WITH ITALY CLASP A U.S. World War I Victory Medal with rainbow-patterned suspension ribbon fitted with a clasp indicating non-combatant service in Italy. Shows minor wear to the suspension, with very slight verdigris to the details of the bronze medal, else very good to fine.

Lot: 354 - WORLD WAR I VICTORY MEDAL WITH SIBERIA CLASP

WORLD WAR I VICTORY MEDAL WITH SIBERIA CLASP A U.S. World War I Victory Medal with rainbow-patterned suspension ribbon fitted with a clasp indicating service in Siberia during the Russian Civil War. A ribbon bar with bronze star device is also present. Shows minor wear to the suspension and ribbon bar, with light patina to the bronze medal, else very good to fine.

Lot: 355 - WORLD WAR I FIGHTING KNIFE

WORLD WAR I FIGHTING KNIFE Knife converted from an M1905 Springfield Armory bayonet, the blade has been shortened to 8 in. and given a second edge to the spine, 12.5 in. overall, leather-wrapped grip, marked on the ricasso ‘S A 1918'. The flat sheet metal pommel has been welded to the tang. Blade heavily worn, with significant pitting and chipping to the edge.

Lot: 356 - WURTTEMBERG M1889 OFFICER’S SWORD BY WKC

WURTTEMBERG M1889 OFFICER'S SWORD BY WKC An Imperial German M1889 infantry officer's dress sword, 33 in. blade, 38.5 in. overall, featuring a multi-piece hilt with a three-bar brass handguard and a folding crossguard depicting the coat of arms of Wurttemberg, a crowned helm over a shield displaying antlers and lions. The grip is wood covered with sharkskin, wrapped with braided brass wire. The grip is marked ‘o. 820' at the crossguard end. The back of the pommel displays the cipher of King Charles I of Wurttemberg. The blade is plated and features two fullers running almost the entire length, and the reverse ricasso bears the king and knight's helm maker's mark of Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie. of Solingen, or WKC. The blade freckling at the ricasso end, with some scratches and slight losses to the plating at the tip. The brass hardware shows a good patina, but the hilt is slightly loose. The leather buffer and grip collar are absent, and no scabbard is present. In very good condition overall.

Lot: 357 - US DOUGHBOY HELMET AND SHELL

US DOUGHBOY HELMET AND SHELL A fine pair of World War 1 era helmets. Includes: a shell of a Doughboy helmet painted gold with some dents, and a helmet with some rust, dents, and stains on the top. Very good.

Lot: 358 - WORLD WAR I U.S. ORDNANCE CORPS CAPTAIN'S TUNIC

WORLD WAR I U.S. ORDNANCE CORPS CAPTAIN'S TUNIC World War I U.S. Ordnance Corps captain's tunic, heavy green wool gabardine with four scalloped pockets, bullion captain's bars on shoulder straps, 37th Infantry Brigade shoulder patch, World War I Victory Medal ribbon on the left breast. A blue overseas service stripe is sewn to the end of the left sleeve. Ordnance and 'U.S.' collar insignia also both present. Near fine.

Lot: 359 - 1914 IRON CROSS RING

1914 IRON CROSS RING A silver 1914 Iron Cross ring showing the imperial crown, Kaiser Wilhelm II's monogram, and the date ‘1914' supported by oak leaves on either side, stamped with the jeweler's name and the silver content .835. This exact ring is visible on p.279 in ‘German & Spanish Military Rings: A Historical Perspective' by Stephen J. Shaw (Lancaster: Kollektor Press) 2021, and it is accompanied by a copy of the book.

Lot: 360 - AMERICAN SOLDIER'S SOUVENIR 'HATE BELT'

AMERICAN SOLDIER'S SOUVENIR 'HATE BELT' A rare American soldier's souvenir 'hate belt', a 32 x 1 in. web belt with brass buckle bearing 28 mixed uniform insignia the soldier obviously collected as souvenirs during his service in France These include buttons and insignia from Germany, the United Kingdom, Prussia, and France as well, period-affixed to the belt on the reverse. Two insignia are lost, else generally very good condition. The 'Hate Belt' earned its name from the tradition wherein Allied soldiers adorned leather belts with buttons, badges, etc. taken as trophies from German soldiers they had either captured or killed. Each button represented a conquest, creating a macabre yet intriguing historical record. Germans soon took up the same practice.

Lot: 361 - GERMAN 'HATE BELT'

GERMAN 'HATE BELT' German leather 'hate belt', a 38 x 1.25 in. thick leather belt with buckle, bears 18 bronze French coins, apparently all the same denomination, with four or five apparently missing. These coins are riveted to the reverse of the belt. Generally goo condition. The 'Hate Belt' earned its name from the tradition wherein Allied soldiers adorned leather belts with buttons, badges, etc. taken as trophies from German soldiers they had either captured or killed. Each button represented a conquest, creating a macabre yet intriguing historical record. Germans soon took up the same practice.

Lot: 362 - GERMAN SOLDIERS' RINGS (2)

GERMAN SOLDIERS' RINGS (2) Pair of German soldier's rings, one silver toned and bearing an Iron Cross and a worn German slogan imprinted on one side, marked inside the band: 'PAT. NOV. 24, 1914'; the second ring gold toned with a Prussian crown in high relief. Very good overall.

Lot: 363 - IMPERIAL GERMAN PATRIOTIC MINIATURE SWORD

IMPERIAL GERMAN PATRIOTIC MINIATURE SWORD A small yet detailed miniature sword, 7.5 in. blade, 9.5 in. overall (unmarked), with an intricately designed grip with an imperial crown pommel, the grip wrapped in golden oak leaves, and an elaborate handguard depicting an angel crowning the national eagle. The blade was at one point entirely gilded, but some of the gilding is now worn. The blade bears a dedication which reads, ‘You wielded Germania's sword in the storm, you made the Empire honor us in the universe, you wrapped a band of iron around All-Germany, we welcome your Imperial blacksmith in the Bergisches Land' The scabbard includes some Nordic designs, particularly on the drag and the loops. Both the blade and scabbard are very slightly bent, otherwise very good.

Lot: 364 - ITALIAN NAZI FLAG STREAMERS

ITALIAN NAZI FLAG STREAMERS An unusual item, a blue cloth bow with two 24 in. long streamers, each finished in gold twisted bullion fringe. The two streamers are embroidered in silver wire-covered yellow thred, one reading: 'NAZI FASCIST PARTY', the reverse reading: 'WOMEN'S SECTION', the other, water-stained and starting to split, reading: 'GIOIA DEL COLLE', a town at the top of the 'heel' of Italy and the site of an Italian concentration camp. Just good.

Lot: 365 - WORLD WAR I CAST IRON PLAQUE

WORLD WAR I CAST IRON PLAQUE World War I-era plaque made of iron and unpainted, 9 in. diameter, showing a Doughboy on the top of a captured trench and holding several enemy helmets as trophies along with his Springfield rifle. The piece bears the quote ‘AND THEY THOUGHT WE COULD'NT FIGHT' on the right side. This plaque was made post war to promote the Victory Liberty Loan Program. Some paint splatter and wear to the metal, but otherwise very good.

Lot: 366 - WORLD WAR I IRON CROSS RING

WORLD WAR I IRON CROSS RING An aluminum ring featuring a brass Iron Cross in the center with the imperial crown at the top, Kaiser Wilhelm's monogram in the center, and the year ‘1914' at the bottom. Unmarked. This exact ring is visible on p.25 in ‘German & Spanish Military Rings: A Historical Perspective' by Stephen J. Shaw (Lancaster: Kollektor Press) 2021, and it is accompanied by a copy of the book.

Lot: 367 - (NAPOLEON) LOUIS STANISLAS DE GIRADIN

(NAPOLEON) LOUIS STANISLAS DE GIRADIN (1762-1827) French Napoleonic general and a close associate of Joseph Bonaparte (Joseph I). A.E.S. on an A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo., Paris, Aug. 29, 1784, penned by a performer on integral address leaf letterhead to the Royal Academy of Music in which he complains that on August 20, his cloak was stolen from his dressing room while on stage. As a member of the Legislative Assembly, Girardin acknowledges receipt of the letter. Seal tear from opening, with remnants of red-wax seal, very good.

Lot: 368 - FREDERIC MICHEL FRANCOIS JOSEPH DE LAJOLAIS

FREDERIC MICHEL FRANCOIS JOSEPH DE LAJOLAIS (1765-1808) French officer during the Revolution, an aide-de-camp to Kellerman who went on to be promoted to brigadier general. A monarchist, Lajolais was condemned to death with other conspirators in plotting the assassination of Napoleon in 1804, but his sentence was commuted and he was instead imprisoned at Chateau d'If, where he died. Manuscript D.S. ‘Lajolais' 1p. legal folio, Strasbourg, '15 Pluviose an 3' [Feb. 3, 1795], as General of Command of the Strasburg Division, listing cavalry regiments and their destinations. Trimmed at top, otherwise very good condition.

Lot: 369 - NINETEENTH CENTURY MAP OF THE BATTLE OF FAUXBOURG ST. ANTOINE, 1652

NINETEENTH CENTURY MAP OF THE BATTLE OF FAUXBOURG ST. ANTOINE, 1652 An original map of the Fauxbourg St. Antoine region of Paris, near the Bastille, 14 x 10 in., shows the scene of the 1652 battle during the Fronde Revolution, a royalist reaction against the Prince of Conde who claimed power and was a friend to the anti-monarchial Parliament. Taking place just outside of the Place de la Bastille, as the battle wore on, the entrapped Condé was finally forced to surrender Paris to the royalist forces. Noted as ‘Tome [Volume] I. Liv. III. Pag. 312' at the top right. Folds, marginal wear, overall good condition.

Lot: 370 - PERIOD COPY OF ‘THE RIOT ACT’

PERIOD COPY OF ‘THE RIOT ACT' Autograph document, 1p. 12mo., [n.p., n.d.], an extract from England's notorious ‘Riot Act' in a hand from the early 1700s. In full: ‘Our Sovereign Lady the Queen chargeth and commandeth all persons being assembled immediately to disperse themselves and peaceably to depart to there habitations or to there lawful business upon the pains contained in the Act made in the first year of King George for preventing tumults and riotous assemblies'. A few letters traced-over, else very good. The Riot Act was an act of the Parliament of Great Britain which authorized local authorities to declare any group of 12 or more people to be unlawfully assembled and order them to disperse or face punitive action. The Riot Act was not repealed until 1967.

Lot: 371 - THEODORE DE LAMETH

THEODORE DE LAMETH (1756-1854) French General and politician who served in the American Revolution (1779-80), when he was wounded in the battle of Grenada; sat in the Legislative Assembly in the department of Jura. A.L.S. ‘Lameth Laine, Officer Municipale', 1p. 8vo., Hennencourt, Apr. 19, 1793, to Citizen Luillier, Public Prosecutor of the City of Paris, in part: ‘…My head was so little to me, being so full [of sadness for] the loss of my wife…that it was impossible to speak to you in a clear manner about the levy. I won't talk long about a matter which personal only to me to me…[I will] take care of an interest so superior to mine, that I will wait patiently for the Directory...to occupy itself with the petition which I gave you, and which I leave to your judgement…I ask you for my remuneration in advance to ‘get the hand on the saddle'…'. In a postscript, Lameth intervenes on behalf of Citizen Branthomme, who donated six tents during camp in Paris. Four months before this letter, the National Convention guillotined Louis XVI, and the Revolution entered its most bloody phase, the Reign of Terror. Monarchist politicians such as Lameth were thrown into a state of panic, with Lameth fleeing to Switzerland after the September Massacres. He returned to France after Napoleon's coup, but never reentered public service. Very good condition.

Lot: 372 - (NAPOLEONIC WARS)

(NAPOLEONIC WARS) A group of four items, includes: ANNE JEAN MARIE RENE SAVARY, DUC DE ROVIGO (1774-1833) French general and diplomat, appointed by Napoleon to guard the First Consul. A.L.S. ‘Le Duc de Rovigo' 1p. legal folio, Algiers, Dec. 26, 1832, to M. Martineau, Consul of State, not translated but regarding a conversation between a marshal and himself and other military matters. Expertly tipped to another sheet. WITH: ANTOINE-FRANCOIS ANDREOSSY (1761-1828) French general and diplomat, assisted Napoleon during the 18th Brumaire. A.L.S. ‘F. Andreossy' 1p. 4to., Paris, July 6, 1800, to the Minister of War regarding supplementing a company and brigade. WITH: AURELIUS JOHN BOISSEROLLE (1764-1829) French general who served with Napoleon in Egypt. A.L.S. ‘Jh Boisserolle' 1p. 4to., Raguse, Apr. 22, 1811, to an unnamed general responding to a problem he was asked to resolve, and forwarding the answer from a Customs Inspector explaining that the matter is now to be handled in Paris. Rough left margin, toning throughout, a bit fragile. WITH: JEAN FRANCOIS CARTEAUX (1751-1813) French general in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic armies, remembered for being Napoleon's incompetent commander at the Siege of Toulon in 1793. Manuscript L.S. ‘Carteaux' 2pp. 4to., Paris, Aug. 19, 1795, to the Committee of Public Safety. The disgraced commander sends an account of his services and adds that he is far too young to resign and that he wishes to still serve his country! Mounting strip to the verso, otherwise very good. Four pieces.

Lot: 373 - (NAPOLEONIC WARS) HARRY DAVID JONES

(1791 - 1866) British Army officer who took part in the defense of Cadiz in 1809, the Siege of Badajoz in 1812, the Battle of Vitoria in 1813 and the Battle of Nivelle in 1813. He was wounded while leading the suicide attack during the first assault at the Siege of San Sebastian, and would also serve in the occupation of Paris with Wellington. A.L.S., 1p. 4to., [London?], Mar. 23, 1830 declining service on a committee citing 'the nature of my professional duties'. Very good.

Lot: 374 - (U.S. NAVY) JOHN D. SLOAT AND JOHN Y. MASON

(U.S. NAVY) JOHN D. SLOAT AND JOHN Y. MASON JOHN D. SLOAT (1781-1867) U.S. Navy commodore who, as commander of the Pacific Squadron, claimed California for the United States after capturing the city of Monterey without firing a shot. Fine association A.E.S. on an interesting manuscript L.S., 1p. 4to., [Washington, D.C.], Dec. 9, 1848, from Secretary of the Navy JOHN Y. MASON (1799-1859) to War of 1812 hero and future Rear Admiral FRANCIS GREGORY (1789-1866), in part: ‘Your letter of the 4th instant has been received. In reply, I inform you that the Sloop Falmouth is not yet in a condition for her officers to be ordered. The [Navy] Department is aware of the terms of its letter of the 14th… and will not be found obnoxious to any charge of breach of promise. You applied for orders to the Receiving ship Pennsylvania, and have received them. I do not hesitate to renew the assurance, which you speak of as a promise, to take an early opportunity to gratify your wishes for sea service, and will give you the most favorable orders appropriate to your rank.' Signed ‘J. Y. Mason' at the conclusion in black ink. Sloat pens his endorsement on the verso, apparently confirming that he has delivered the letter by hand, and signs boldly in black ink. Below appears a second endorsement forwarding the letter, signed by Commodore HUGH YOUNG PURVIANCE (1799-1882), best known for his Civil War service as commander of the frigate USS ST. LAWRENCE, which destroyed the Confederate privateer PETREL off Cape Hatteras and traded shots with the ironclad CSS VIRGINIA (ex-USS MONITOR) during the first day of the Battle of Hampton Roads. Shows original mailing folds, faintly toned, otherwise in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 375 - ANNE GILBERT DE LAVAL

ANNE GILBERT DE LAVAL (1761-1810) French general during the Revolutionary Wars and commander during the subsequent Napoleonic Wars. Participated in numerous battles including Ettlingen, Neresheim, Alcaniz, Bechite and the Siege of Kehl. Scarce A.L.S. ‘Laval' 1p. legal folio, Lyon, '15 Frimaire An 14' [Dec. 6, 1805], to the Secretary General of the Ministry of War, in part: ‘…In response to your letter…I have the honor to that observe to you that His Excellency the Minister of War was able to prescribe to generals commanding divisions to send to the Grand Army situation reports…The intentions of His Excellency will be carried out, and on the first and fifteenth of each month, I will watch out for the [reports] of troops stationed in the 19th Division…'. Written just two months after the decisive British victory at the Battle of Trafalgar, and a few days after Napoleon returned the favor at Austerlitz, effectively ending the Third Coalition and forcing Austria to make peace. Fine condition.

Lot: 376 - AUGUST CHARLES JOSEPH, COMTE DE FLAHAUT

AUGUST CHARLES JOSEPH, COMTE DE FLAHAUT (1785-1870) French Brigadier General during the Napoleonic Wars, recognized as the illegitimate son of Talleyrand, aide-de-camp to Berthier and Napoleon himself after distinguishing himself during the Russian Campaign. A.L.S. ‘Flahaut' 1p. 8vo., July 24, [n.y.], in French to ‘Auguste' – possibly his son? - recommending a Mr. Brown. Fine.

Lot: 377 - CLAUDE CARRA SAINT-CYR

CLAUDE CARRA SAINT-CYR (1760-1834) French general and diplomat, noted for his participation to the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. He was at Marengo in 1800 and became a general of division in 1803. Named governor of Magdeburg in 1806, he was created baron of the Empire two years later and in 1809 commanded an infantry division during the War of the Fifth Coalition. Named governor of Dresden and in 1813 governor of Hamburg; evacuated that city with his troops and was defeated on the Elbe. A.L.S. on '2e. Division Armee Sous-Brest' letterhead, 2pp. 4to., 1818 to the commander of the 37th Infantry. Untranslated but clearly military orders of a sort. Some spots, else very good.

Lot: 378 - ETIENNE MACDONALD

ETIENNE MACDONALD (1765 - 1804) 1st Duke of Taranto, a Marshal of the Empire and military leader during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. At Wagram, he broke the Austrian center, taking huhe losses but winning the day for Napoleon. Fine association manuscript L.S., 2pp. legal folio on 'Grande Chancellery of the Royal Order of the Legion of Honor' letterhead, Paris, March 25, 1820 to Marshal of the Empire LOUIS-NICOLAS DAVOUT (1770-1823). In part: '...You will no doubt receive with interest the communication of the information which I have been able to collect...[on] the arrears on the Mount of Milan...The Minister of Foreign Affairs...referring me to the Moniteur of January 8...Explanations that I will have taken in the offices of the Ministry at the same time, made me recognize that the contributors have nothing to produce because their titles are neither bonds, nor prescriptions, and because the registrations of which they are carriers are not original titles, that the debts whose titles must be deposited are those which consist of documents not yet examined...' Fine.

Lot: 379 - FRANCOIS MAULMOND

FRANCOIS MAULMOND (1772-1838) French general during the Revolution, named Knight of St. Louis by Louis XVIII after the restoration. A.L.S. ‘Maulmond' 1p. 4to., June 2, 1811, on integral address leaf letterhead to a captain, promoting him to adjutant major of the second battalion of the National Guard. Small hole at left from opening, otherwise very good.

Lot: 380 - ANTOINE MAURIN

ANTOINE MAURIN (1771-1830) French cavalry commander in the Napoleonic wars, fought in several campaigns including the Battle of Friedland, Invasion of Portugal, Leipzig and Austerlitz. A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., [n.p., n.d. but docketed Paris, Dec. 23, 1820 in another hand], to a fellow general. Not translated, but regarding the recommendation of an officer. A central, almost complete fold tear, light wear to edges, overall very good.

Lot: 381 - NAPOLEONIC WARS: RARE 1804 REPORT FROM CAMP DE MONTREUIL

NAPOLEONIC WARS: RARE 1804 REPORT FROM CAMP DE MONTREUIL An early manuscript report, 35pp. sm. folio, dated from Sep. 23, 1804 to Nov. 3, 1804. Titled 'Military Engineering Report of the Coastal Defenses, Camp de Montreuil', the document sets forth works to be executed at the order of the Minister of War, Louis-Alexandre Berthier, such as the repair of brigs, the construction of hangars, ammunition boxes, masonry work, worker's pay and items such as wheelbarrows, iron, wood and so forth. The report also includes the current status of each work and expenses related to it. String-bound at left margin and in overall very good condition. A very early military training ground at the start of the Napoleonic Wars, Camp Montreuil was created as a temporary installation in December 1803 to prepare for the planned invasion of England. It housed soldiers of the 'Army of the Ocean Coasts' and, with its sister camps in Omer and Bruges, held 40 battalions and was where the 200,000-strong army was gathered and organized. In December 1803, the Army of the Ocean Coasts would be reorganized by Napoleon as the Grand Army in anticipation of the invasion which, of course, he called off after the French loss at the Battle of Trafalgar.

Lot: 382 - INDIAN WARS-ERA EAGLE POLE TOPPER

INDIAN WARS-ERA EAGLE POLE TOPPER A nice solid brass 6.75 x 7 in. eagle pole topper. The eagle is facing the right with the wings outstretched and the feet on a rounded mount. The eagle is nicely gilded as well. Some original casting imperfections, otherwise near fine.

Lot: 383 - CAST BRONZE EAGLE POLE TOPPER

CAST BRONZE EAGLE POLE TOPPER A bronze cast 6.5 x 6.25 in. eagle with the wings spread and facing to the left. Part of the base is missing with the steel screw still present. The eagle is gilded, with some of the gilding lost. Very good.

Lot: 384 - M1871 EXTRA-SEITENGEWEHR DRESS BAYONET BY CLEMENT & JUNG

M1871 EXTRA-SEITENGEWEHR DRESS BAYONET BY CLEMENT & JUNG Imperial German ‘Extra-Seitengewehr'-style dress bayonet patterned after that issued for the M1871 rifle, 18.75 in. blade, 23.25 in. overall, a privately-purchased piece for wear with a soldier's off-duty or ‘walking out' dress. The blade is decorated on both sides with an acid-etched design combining floral motifs, stands of arms and an unidentified coat of arms, with the maker's name ‘Clement & Jung, Solingen' with an additional laurel strand along the spine. The blade shows faint draw marks and a few small patches of stable oxidation. The S-shaped crossguard features a rifle barrel loop, and the brass grip is fitted with a steel bayonet lug release, but no channel to accept the bayonet lug is present. The grip also features a bird's head pommel and grooves on one side, and is unmarked. The hilt shows a nice patina with expected wear and small dings overall. The sword is housed in a 19.75 in. long black leather scabbard, with brass throat and chape, again unmarked. The leather appears to have shrunk with age, as the scabbard is somewhat too short for the sword and the throat is somewhat loose, with expected wear to the leather and an appropriate patina to the brass fittings. In very good condition overall.

Lot: 385 - PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA EAGLE BELT PLATE

PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA EAGLE BELT PLATE Circa 1840s-1850s militia belt plate, 3.25 x 2.25 in., constructed of thin sheet brass, decorated with a die-stamped eagle clutching a bundle of arrows and a laurel branch at center, surrounded by thirteen five-pointed stars and a small shield at bottom. The plate shows a dark patina with minor surface wear and a few spots of oxidation and verdigris, and the tongue and keeper bar are missing, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 386 - PRUSSIAN BRASS MILITARY BUGLE

PRUSSIAN BRASS MILITARY BUGLE Prussian brass military bugle, 15.5 in. long, worn brass circular Prussian eagle emblem (1803-92) affixed near the bell of the horn which is also embossed with the name of the maker of the horn, C. W. Moritz, Berlin. The bell is also marked 'FBIC' and 'IC 23'. A few small dings, else very good.

Lot: 387 - PRUSSIAN M1889 OFFICER’S SWORD

PRUSSIAN M1889 OFFICER'S SWORD Prussian officer's M1889 model infantry sword, 31 in. blade and 37 in. overall, with a black celluloid grip that is tightly wrapped with triple brass wire. Affixed to the grip is the royal cypher of Wilhelm II, also seen on the intricate brass handguard, displayed on the breast of the Prussian eagle wearing a crown, with filigree designs on the pommel. The straight blade bears no maker marks and remains rather clean. Lacking the scabbard. Overall, very good.

Lot: 388 - PRUSSIAN SPORTS CLUB TAPESTRTY

PRUSSIAN SPORTS CLUB TAPESTRTY An impressive square velvet tapestry or standard, 38 in. x 38 in. belonging to a sports club in Benrath on the Rhine, established in 1881. The banner is copiously embroidered with an oak tree stump with a German eagle atop, and the coats of arms for Benrath and Rhineland, with a monogram at top center reading 'TD', identification unknown. A thick gold bullion cord accent with tassel at bottom appears around edge. Mounted with staples to an open wood stretcher. The accent cord is split at top and loose along sides, some fading, wear from rubbing against the frame, still good. With an embroidered cotton parade banner mounted to the verso. This banner, approx. 38 x 38 in., represents the Turnverein Sports Club and bears the embroidered motto: 'He who steels his body cares for his soul'. The verso is in poor condition, exhibiting significant deterioration.

Lot: 389 - SMALL EAGLE POLE TOPPER

SMALL EAGLE POLE TOPPER A small brass 2.5 x 4 in. perched eagle pole topper with wings and tail feathers spread. It is perched on a decorative stand which rests atop a hollow globe. Fine.

Lot: 390 - SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR VETERAN’S CUBAN INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL

SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR VETERAN'S CUBAN INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL A good reunion medal depicting the Cuban coat of arms surrounded by the legend ‘Republica de Cuba' within an eight-pointed star, the reverse bearing the legend: ‘'1898 1902 1928 Commemorating the 26th Anniversary Cuban Independence and the 30th Encampment United Spanish War Veterans Havana, Cuba', with ‘Made in U.S.A.' at bottom. The pinback clasp at the top of the suspension ribbon bears the owner's name ‘W. H. Martin Albany N. Y.' In very good condition overall.

Lot: 391 - UNITED SPANISH WAR VETERANS MEDALS GROUPING

UNITED SPANISH WAR VETERANS MEDALS GROUPING A large grouping of 26 various medals and ribbons owned by Spanish-American War veteran Pvt. Arnold Meyer of St. Louis, spanning the years 1916 to 1933, mostly naming the wearer as a delegate, condition generally very good. Also included are two lapel pins and five 'MISSOURI' ribbons, one torn, as well as two bejeweled hair pins, possibly given to the wives of attendees.

Lot: 392 - WILLIAM JOHN KERR, EARL OF ANCRAM

WILLIAM JOHN KERR, EARL OF ANCRAM (1727-1815) British peer, the 5th Marquess of Lothian, General in the British Army and Colonel of the 2nd Regiment of Dragoons. Uncommon A.L.S. ‘Ancram' 2pp. 4to., [Nov. 5, n.y.], on integral address leaf letterhead to Capt. Wright, in part: ‘…In the selection of Volunteers although it may be right to choose them as much as possible out of the 3rd & 4th Class, still, care must be taken that useful, active men are fixed upon, as shall be principally drilled in the light Infantry Movements. I suspect therefore that it will be necessary for you to dip into the first and second classes…'. Wear, told tears at edges and light soiling, with intact red wax seal, overall good condition.

Lot: 393 - 4TH ARMORED DIVISION M1 HELMET LINER

4TH ARMORED DIVISION M1 HELMET LINER A U.S. M1 helmet liner, manufactured prior to 1945 by Westinghouse and so marked inside the dome, with a generic U.S. Armored Division decal at the front, with the numeral ‘4' added in black ink to indicate the 4th Armored Division. The webbing suspension has been updated postwar and is olive drab herring-bone twill. No chinstrap present. Shows a few scratches overall, otherwise in fine condition.

Lot: 394 - BARBED WIRE FRAGMENT FROM KOREAN WAR DMZ

BARBED WIRE FRAGMENT FROM KOREAN WAR DMZ A great limited-edition display, a 4.75 in. long piece of barbed wire taken from the Korean demilitarized zone, gifted from the South Korean city of Paju to American soldiers on the 50th Anniversary of the Korean War. The relic is secured via two thin metal wires to an illustrative paper backing, which itself indicates that the fencing was removed from the DMZ on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Korean War. Presented in a 10.5 x 7 in. wooden frame. Still contained within its original box. Fine.

Lot: 395 - COLD WAR SUBMARINE VETERAN'S GROUPING

COLD WAR SUBMARINE VETERAN'S GROUPING A fine grouping of items from U.S. Navy veteran James L. M. Berry (1943-2022), a 26-year Navy veteran with 15 years of service aboard submarines. The lot includes Berry's 21 x 11 in. zippered ditty bag upon which he inked the many vessels upon which he served during his long career. These include the World War II Pacific battle veterans USS POMFRET, USS CHARR and USS RATON. Berry also served on the carrier USS RANGER, the famous USS NAUTILUS, the world's first operational nuclear-powered submarine, and the nuclear powered submarines USS BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, USS GEORGE BANCROFT USS LAPON, and the USS KAMEHAMEHA. Also present are two jackets, Berry's leather jacket bearing his name, positions as Machinist's Mate, and vessel name 'USS RATON' on a leather patch on the left breast, and a USS RATON 'The Raidin' Raton' cloth patch on the right breast; with a Navy issue Intermediate Cold Weather green cloth jacket, similarly decorated, the leather patch faded. Berry's medals and insignia are included as well: his chest ribbons with Meritorious Unit Commendation with Star, Good Conduct with Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Star, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 1960's Device, and several others; Navy Medal with four Stars, National Defense Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Star, and Republic of Vietnam Medal; a miniature set of the same medals, four sets of submariner's 'dolphin' chest pins, one bearing four bronze stars, a smaller pin showing a nuclear sub with four bronze and two gold stars, and a gold and silver 'U.S.N.' pin. There are also two lighters, one bearing the same cartoon image in enamel as the jacket patches, personalized to Berry, with a 'dolphin' emblem and the sub's name on one side, the second lighter bearing the name of the USS CHARR and a similar enameled emblem on the obverse. Finally, there is a group of name tags, pins, etc. which the proud veteran wore to the many reunions he attended following his retirement to Pensacola. An excellent grouping, rarely seen.

Lot: 396 - IRAQI M90 HELMET

IRAQI M90 HELMET A rare Iraqi M90 helmet made of plastic in a light tan paint scheme and wide plastic rim. The interior has the original chin strap and leather sweatband. Some damage to the liner, otherwise very good.

Lot: 397 - KOREAN WAR ERA-MADE WORLD WAR II LEATHER FLIGHT JACKET

KOREAN WAR ERA-MADE WORLD WAR II LEATHER FLIGHT JACKET A desirable copy of an American leather World War II Navy flight jacket, produced in Japan during the Korean War for American soldiers who wished to commemorate the World War. Bears a tiny tag indicating size ‘50' within the front pocket, facsimile ‘blood chit' on the reverse that was popularized after the Doolittle Raid, a pilot's wing patch and an Army Air Corps Sun Star shield patch on the sleeves. Waistband exhibits wear but leather is overall still supple. Very good condition.

Lot: 398 - NORTH VIETNAMESE VICTORY BANNER

NORTH VIETNAMESE VICTORY BANNER North Vietnamese victory banner citing the destruction of an American B-52, 43 x 29 in. heavily embroidered red rayon banner with yellow looped fringe along three sides. The embroidery, on one side, depicts a pair of gold embroidered wings with a crossed sword and rifle at center within a maroon field. Above appears: 'VIETNAM PEOPLE'S ARMY', and beneath: 'ARMY BATTALION YELLOW STAR ANTI-AIRCRAFT DEFENSE AIRCRAFT B-52 FLYING 18-2-1972' Some faded dark stains at left, else very good.

Lot: 399 - RAOUL SALAN

RAOUL SALAN (1899 - 1984) French Army general and the fourth French commanding general during the First Indochina War. Salan was one of four generals who organized the 1961 Algiers Putsch operation and then founded the Organisation de l'armée secrète. A.D.S. 1p. 8vo., his full address signed ‘Salan' penned on the face of a FDC canceled Georgetown, June 13, 1952. A small chest, up photo, affixed at left edge, very good condition.

Lot: 400 - U.S. MARINES IN TRAINING, CA. 1950

U.S. MARINES IN TRAINING, CA. 1950 A massive compilation of professionally shot photographs, approx. 400+ (mostly) 9.5 x 8 in. b/w, a huge variety of images of U.S. Marines in training, their officers, top level generals, etc. at Quantico and in other settings ca. 1950--52. Everything is included, from dive and parachute training, landings under live fire and flamethrower and tank assaults on fortified positions to award ceremonies, parades, and social events. All of the images are captioned as well. All are loosely pasted to the album pages and easily removed. Fine quality images in excellent condition.

Lot: 401 - UKRAINIAN MILITARY CAMOUFLAGE JACKET

UKRAINIAN MILITARY CAMOUFLAGE JACKET Camouflage windbreaker belonging to a member of the Ukrainian army. The jacket is secured closed at the front by Velcro and a zipper. On either side of the attached hood are drawstrings to pull tight in bad weather. The interior bears zip up pockets on either side. The lining of the interior is in rough shape in some areas, having begun to chip away. Remnants of white paint (likely spelling the name of the owner) is displayed on the left side of the interior. Very good.

Lot: 402 - UKRAINIAN MILITARY JACKET

UKRAINIAN MILITARY JACKET Lightweight, green cotton jacket belonging to a member of the Ukrainian army. The jacket is secured closed at the front by six plastic buttons. Features two Velcro flap pockets at the front on either breast. The upper half of the interior is made of a breathable black mesh material. Sewn to the interior left breast is a white patch bearing the handwritten name ‘JB Ahhock'. Sewn at both shoulders is a rectangular patch in the colors of the Ukrainian flag. In fine condition.

Lot: 403 - VIETNAM WAR M1 HELMET WITH CAMOFLAUGE COVER

VIETNAM WAR M1 HELMET WITH CAMOFLAUGE COVER Original Vietnam War-era U.S. M1 combat helmet with chinstrap and swivel bales. The shell is finished in OD green texturized paint. It is also fitted with a reversible Mitchell-pattern helmet cover, displaying a ‘brown cloud' pattern and backed with a ‘green leaf' camouflage scheme. One flap of the cover is marked ‘DSA 106-2157 8415-261-6833'. Also present is a correct olive drab liner, marked ‘31' on the inside in yellow paint. Complete with green canvas webbing. Some rust to the metal fittings, overall, very good.

Lot: 404 - (UNION NAVY) PAYMASTER CASPAR SCHENCK SIGNED CARTE DE VISITE

(UNION NAVY) PAYMASTER CASPAR SCHENCK SIGNED CARTE DE VISITE A fine signed and inscribed carte de visite photograph, 2.5 x 4 in., featuring a seated view of U. S. Navy paymaster CASPAR SCHENCK (1835-1902). Schenck signs on the verso in black ink, adding his rank ‘Paymaster U. S. Navy'. The verso also shows the backstamp of San Francisco photographer Silas Selleck, along with a two-cent postage stamp. Shows slight bumps to the corners, otherwise in fine condition. Schenck entered the Navy as an assistant paymaster in 1861, and during the Civil War served aboard the sloop USS PORTSMOUTH as part of the West Gulf Blockading Squadron, which in April 1862 took part in Admiral David Farragut's capture of Forts Jackson and St. Philip on the Mississippi, and the subsequent capture of New Orleans . Following his promotion to paymaster in 1864, he served aboard the steam sloop USS JUNIATA with the South Atlantic Squadron through the end of the war. He was aboard the Juniata to see action at the Battles of Fort Fisher in December and January, 1864-65.

Lot: 405 - (UNION NAVY) HENRY H. BELL DISCUSSES CAPTURED BLOCKADE RUNNERS

(UNION NAVY) HENRY H. BELL DISCUSSES CAPTURED BLOCKADE RUNNERS HENRY H. BELL (1808-1868) U.S. Navy Rear Admiral, commander of U.S. Asiatic Squadron (1865). His squadron anchored in Osaka Bay to increase pressure on Japanese government to open Hyogo Port, as committed. Bell died at sea when his boat capsized en route to shore at Hyogo. During the Civil War, he served as Fleet Captain of the West

Lot: 406 - (UNION NAVY) COMMANDER MAXWELL WOODHULL DENIES ‘CURSING’ HIS CREW

(UNION NAVY) COMMANDER MAXWELL WOODHULL DENIES ‘CURSING' HIS CREW MAXWELL WOODHULL (1813-1863) U.S. Navy commander of the sidewheel steamer USS CONNECTICUT, organized supply lines for blockading squadrons along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, later commanded the gunboat USS CIMARRON as part of the James Rover Flotilla under Charles Wilkes. He was killed accidentally by a shot from a saluting gun. Very fine content, war-date manuscript L.S., 1p. legal folio, Key West, March 24, 1862, to Admiral William W. McKean, commander of the Gulf Blockading Squadron. Woodhull, writing aboard the Connecticut, responds to accusations that he has mistreated men under his command, in full: ‘Your communication, with the report of Master's Mate Howard is received. I can only say, that the language attributed to me is not true – I am not in in the habit of cursing men. I did endeavour however to still the noise the Boat's crew were making, and may have said as no one was killed, there was no harm done – the Boat's crews of all the vessels do at times make more noise and confusion than is at all necessary, and I am obliged to personally exert my authority to quiet them – how it could be possible for me to say that there had been none killed on board the ‘Niagara' [McKean's flagship] is remarkable, when I knew she was engaged under fire against superior force two whole days. I can also say that Mr Howard must have been mistaken, as I am not in any way disposed to insult, or use reproachful epithets to men or officers – I, myself, have no recollection of saying, what he has charged me with.' He signs ‘M Woodhull' at the conclusion, with his rank added in another hand. The letter shows original mailing folds, with very slight splits thereto at the edges, otherwise in fine condition overall.

Lot: 407 - (UNION NAVY) CHARLES H.B. CALDWELL AND GEORGE M. ROBESON

(UNION NAVY) CHARLES H.B. CALDWELL AND GEORGE M. ROBESON CHARLES H. B. CALDWELL (1823-1877) Navy Commodore who, as commander of the gunboat USS ITASCA, cleared obstacles blocking the river before Forts Jackson and St. Philip, allowing Farragut's fleet to proceed up the Mississippi and capture New Orleans. Later commanded the ironclad USS ESSEX and the gunboat USS GLAUCUS. Good association A.E.S. on a manuscript L.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, D.C., Dec. 21, 1871, from GEORGE M. ROBESON (1829-1897), American politician, Secretary of the Navy under Grant and Representative for New Jersey. Writing on Navy Department letterhead, Robeson orders Caldwell to report with his command, the steam sloop USS WORCESTER, to Rear Admiral Stephen P. Lee at Hampton Roads for duty with the North Atlantic Fleet. Robeson signs at the conclusion in black ink, while Caldwell executes his endorsement and signs ‘C H B Caldwell' in black ink at bottom left, adding his rank ‘Captain'. Shows original mailing folds, faintly toned at the top edge, with pencil notations at the bottom edge and on the verso, otherwise in fine condition overall.

Lot: 408 - (UNION NAVY) BUREAU OF EQUIPMENT AND RECRUITING REQUESTS MORE MEN

(UNION NAVY) BUREAU OF EQUIPMENT AND RECRUITING REQUESTS MORE MEN Good content, war-date A.L.S. on U.S. Navy Department Bureau of Equipment and Recruiting letterhead, 1p. 4to., Washington, D.C., March 29, 1864, from bureau chief Rear Admiral ALBERT N. SMITH to Orison Blunt, then a candidate for Mayor of New York City. In full: ‘Lieut Murphy of the Navy has requested me to write to you, and ask your aid in sending the Navy some recruits. We are sadly in want of men, and although the prospects of glory are equal, the land service evidently has the advantage of us in bounties.' Smith signs at the conclusion in black ink. A 3 x 1.75 in. card has been tabbed to to the letter, bearing the signature of Lieutenant JOHN MCCLEOD MURPHY (1827-1871), who commanded the ironclad river gunboat USS CARONDELET during the Siege of Vicksburg and the Red River Campaign, and to whom Smith refers in his letter. A period advertisement for Army and Navy recruits has also been tabbed to the letter at top left. Shows original mailing folds, else very good.

Lot: 409 - (UNION NAVY) REAR ADMIRAL THORNTON JENKINS DOCUMENT GROUP (6)

(UNION NAVY) REAR ADMIRAL THORNTON JENKINS DOCUMENT GROUP (6) THORNTON A. JENKINS (1811-1893) U.S. Navy Rear Admiral, commanded the steam sloops USS WACHUSETT, USS ONEIDA, USS RICHMOND and USS HARTFORD, and participated in the capture of Port Hudson and the Battle of Mobile Bay. A group of six fine association documents, all immediately postwar and all related to Jenkins' role as chief of the

Lot: 410 - (UNION NAVY) USS MOUND CITY COMMANDER BYRON WILSON

(UNION NAVY) USS MOUND CITY COMMANDER BYRON WILSON BYRON WILSON (1837-1893) U.S. Navy captain who served as second commander of the ironclad gunboat USS MOUND CITY. War-date A.L.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., Skipwith's Landing, MS, Dec. 10, 1863, to a John M. Hartnett, acting assistant engineer in the U.S. Mississippi Squadron. In full: ‘It affords me much pleasure to testify to your good conduct & attention to duty during the 10 months you have been under my command.' Wilson signs at the conclusion in black ink, adding his contemporary rank ‘Lt. Comdr.' Shows two small chips to the left edge, with a mounting strip on the verso at the top edge, otherwise in fine condition. The Mound City was a City-class ironclad gunboat, sometimes referred to as ‘Pook Turtles' or ‘Eads gunboats', after their designer James Eads, built at Carondelet, Missouri in 1861. She had a very active war: she participated in the captures of Island No. 10 and Fort Pillow, and was rammed during the latter by the CSS EARL VAN DORN and forced to ground to avoid sinking. At the Battle of St. Charles on Arkansas' White River, fire from Confederate batteries pierced her boiler, filing the vessel with steam which killed or wounded most of the crew, including her commander. Byron Wilson was named her new commander in 1863, and she went on to participate in the Battle of Grand Gulf, and the disastrous Steele's Bayou Expedition and Red River Campaign.

Lot: 411 - (UNION NAVY) USS OWASCO COMMANDER HENRY WILSON, COURT-MARTIALED FOR LOSING GALVESTON

(UNION NAVY) USS OWASCO COMMANDER HENRY WILSON, COURT-MARTIALED FOR LOSING GALVESTON A fine pair of signed items related to U.S. Navy officer Henry Wilson, commander of the gunboat USS OWASCO, includes: A fine signed carte de visite photograph, 2.5 x 4 in. sepia, a ¾ seated view of Wilson in uniform, with his sword in hand. He signs beneath the image ‘Yours Truly Wils- U. S. N.' in black ink. The image bears no backstamp, and is trimmed at the edges, otherwise in very good condition. WITH: A.E.S. on a good association partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, D.C., Nov. 15, 1869, from Bureau of Navigation chief JAMES ALDEN JR. (1810-1877), ordering 1st Asst. Engineer D. P. MaCartney to report to New York for duty aboard the steamer USS FROLIC. Alden signs at the conclusion in violet ink. Below, the order is endorsed by SILAS H. STRINGHAM (1798-1876) as port admiral of New York, acknowledging that McCartney reported for duty and was directed to report to the Frolic. He signs ‘S. H. Stringham' in black ink. Finally, the order is endorsed by Wilson as commander of the Frolic at lower left in black ink, acknowledging that McCartney reported for duty. Shows folds, trimmed at the edges and with some paper loss at top left, otherwise in very good condition. USS OWASCO was an Unadilla-class ‘90-day' gunboat commissioned in January of 1862. She participated in Farragut's run past Forts St. Philip and Jackson to capture New Orleans, protecting the mortar fleet charged with suppressing the Confederate batteries. She later performed the same service during Farragut's advance on Vicksburg. At the end of 1862, she participated in the bombardment and capture of Galveston, but on New Years' Day of 1863 was driven off by Confederate cotton-clad gunboats, which captured the USS HARRIET LANE and covered the recapture of the city by the Confederate Army. Wilson was court-martialed for his role in the debacle, but was exonerated.

Lot: 412 - (UNION NAVY) USS UNADILLA COMMANDER JAMES STILLWELL SIGNED CARTE DE VISITE

(UNION NAVY) USS UNADILLA COMMANDER JAMES STILLWELL SIGNED CARTE DE VISITE Signed carte de visite photograph, 2.25 x 4 in. sepia, a seated view of U.S. Navy Lt. Commander JAMES STILLWELL, who commanded the wooden screw gunboat USS UNADILLA during operations on the St. John's River in Florida in the spring of 1864, taken at Matthew Brady's Washington, D.C. photographic studio. Stillwell signs on the verso in black ink, adding his rank ‘Lieut. U.S. Navy'. Another contemporary hand has added an ink identifying inscription, also on the verso, indicating that Stillwell served aboard the steam sloop USS PENSACOLA from 1861-62, and adding the date ‘[N]ov. 25 1861'. The CDV is trimmed at the edges, affecting the first letter of Stillwell's signature and part of the above date, else very good.

Lot: 413 - (UNION NAVY) WILLIAM W. MCKEAN

(UNION NAVY) WILLIAM W. MCKEAN (1800-1865) Union admiral, grandson of Signer Thomas McKean. He rose to the rank of flag officer in command of the Gulf Blockading Squadron in early 1862 and later the East Gulf Blockading Squadron. Scarce manuscript L.S., 1p. legal folio., Key West, March 24. 1862, to U.S. Navy officer William E. Hopkins, them commanding the steamer USS SOUTH CAROLINA. McKean writes aboard his flagship, the steam frigate USS NIAGARA, In full: ‘You will receive on board the ‘South Carolina,' two sick men, named L. H. Shenck and Geo. S. Handy from the [barque USS] ‘King Fisher', and one man named W. A. DeHart, Landed from the [barque USS] ‘J. L. Davis', for a passage to Boston.' He signs ‘Wm. W. McKean' in black ink at the conclusion, with another hand adding his rank. The letter shows rodent damage to the top right corner and a small area just below the signature, with significant damp stains throughout, in just good condition overall.

Lot: 414 - ABSALOM BAIRD

ABSALOM BAIRD (1824-1905) Union Brigadier General, honored for his heroic efforts at the Battle of Chickamauga and the Chattanooga Campaign and awarded the Medal of Honor. War-date, partly-printed D.S. ‘A. Baird Brig Genl', 1p. folio, ‘In the field in Tenn', Oct. 1863, a listing of soldiers hired for October in the 3rd Division Ill. Expected folds, else boldly signed and very good.

Lot: 415 - ALBERT RUST

ALBERT RUST (1818-1870) Confederate brigadier general who served under generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson and fought with his brigade in almost every major battle of the Eastern Theater. Signature on an oblong slip taken from a partly-printed document. Light staining, otherwise very good.

Lot: 416 - ALEXANDER J. PERRY

(1828 – 1913) Union colonel, brevetted to brigadier general, served in the Quartermaster's Department. The nephew of Commodore Matthew C. Perry. War-date partly-printed D.S. on Quartermaster General's Office letterhead, 2pp. 4to., Washington, D.C., Oct. 3, 1864, regarding the return of clothing and camp and garrison equipment belonging to Bvt. Lt. Col. James R. Gilmore. Perry signs at the conclusion. Folds, light show through, else very good.

Lot: 417 - ALEXANDER SHALER

ALEXANDER SHALER (1827-1911) Union brigadier general captured at the Wilderness and held hostage under the guns during the bombardment of Charleston. War-date, partly-printed D.S. ‘Alexander Shaler Brig Genl', 1p. folio, ‘Depot, Prisoners of War', Jan. 1864, an account of provisions sent to the depot, which include beef, hard bread, hominy, coffee, and so forth. Weakened folds with a few holes thereat, else very good.

Lot: 418 - ALFRED ELY

ALFRED ELY (1815-1892) New York Congressman Alfred Ely captured in 1861 during the rout of the Union army at the battle of First Bull Run. He was imprisoned at Libby Prison in Richmond, and held for nearly five months until exchanged for Charles J. Faulkner. War-date A.L.S., 2p. 4to. Rochester, New York, July 28. 1862, addressed to Major General John Pope, in part: ‘…I take the liberty of introducing to you Lieut. George H. Starr, of the 104th New York Regt in your command, and now stations at Warrenton. This officer is the son of Frederick Starr Esq. of my city and one of our most prominent and wealth citizens…Numerous friends here all desire that he should be promoted to a prominent position.' A small split at bottom, light offsetting, else very good. With transmittal envelope. Light foxing, else very good.

Lot: 419 - ARNOLD ELZEY

ARNOLD ELZEY (1816 - 1871) Confederate major general who surrendered the Augusta Arsenal to Union forces. He then joined the Confederate Army, fought at First Bull Run and with Jackson in the Valley, seriously wounded at Gaines Mill. War-date A.L.S., 2pp. 8vo., Catonsville[?], Virginia, Nov. 23, 1864, securing a position in the army for an unknown acquaintance. A bit light but legible, two burn holes have damaged part of the text, though the signature remains unaffected. Signed at the conclusion as brigadier general.

Lot: 420 - BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

(1818-1893) Union major general, called ‘The Beast' for his authoritarian control of occupied New Orleans. Later in the war, he commanded the Army of the James. Partly-printed D.S. as Governor of Massachusetts, 1p. tall folio, Sept. 22, 1883, regarding an application made by the governor of Texas for the return of fugitive E. R. Bates charged with the crime of ‘driving cattle from range…'. and charging the capture of Bates to G. W. Arrington, Texas Ranger and Sheriff of Wheeler County. Boldly signed by Butler beneath blind-embossed state seal, and additionally signed at bottom by Secretary of the Commonwealth HENRY B. PIERCE (1841-1898). A large strip excised at left margin, folds, a few foxed spots and toning, overall very good.

Lot: 421 - BENJAMIN F. DAVIS

BENJAMIN F. DAVIS (1832 - 1863) Union colonel of the 8th N.Y. Cav. who led his regiment in the famous escape from Harper's Ferry, not losing a single man and capturing an ammunition train while en route. Killed in 1863 at Brandy Station. War-date manuscript D.S. ‘B.F. Davis' 3pp. 8vo., Headquarters 8th N.Y. Cavalry, May 27, 1863, in part: ‘…I have the honor to permit the following as my recommendations of officers for promotions and respectfully request your approval…' He goes on to list the gentlemen he recommended and their respective promotions. Nearly two weeks after this document was written, Davis would be killed at Brandy Station. Fine.

Lot: 422 - BENJAMIN F. LOAN

BENJAMIN F. LOAN (1819 – 1881) U.S. Representative from Missouri, as well as brigadier general in the Federal Missouri State Militia in service to the Union during the Civil War. War-date A.L.S. ‘Ben Loan', 2pp. 4to., Jefferson City, Dec. 10, 1862, in part ‘…Yours of last is received. The county board of Cooker County has exclusive Jurisdiction of the whole matter assessments have been made on half the counties in the district. It would be utterly impossible for me to investigate each case in which the party may feel himself aggressed…' Repaired tears with some show through, otherwise very good.

Lot: 423 - BENJAMIN L. E. BONNEVILLE

BENJAMIN L. E. BONNEVILLE (1796-1878) American frontiersman and military officer, extensively explored Oregon and the Yosemite area while seeking furs, later fought in the Second Seminole War. Cut signature, ‘B.L.E. Bonneville'. Fine.

Lot: 424 - CALVIN E. PRATT

CALVIN E. PRATT (1828 – 1896) Union brigadier general, wounded in action at Mechanicsville by a gunshot to the cheek, resigning his commission in 1863. Pratt served as Supreme Court Justice postwar until his death. A war-date manuscript D.S. ‘C. E. Pratt', 1p. oblong folio, [n.p., ca. Dec. 1, 1862], an inventory and inspection report for a set of ‘Platform Scales' which have been condemned and abandoned by the 6th Maine Volunteers. Pratt signs approving the inventory in black ink at the conclusion, adding his rank ‘Brig Genl Vols Comg'. On the verso, another hand adds a note explaining the contents and giving the date listed above, which falls in the brief window between which Pratt was made Brigadier General in September 1862 and his resignation in 1863, making his signature at this rank rare. Shows original folds, else in fine condition overall.

Lot: 425 - CATHARINUS P. BUCKINGHAM

CATHARINUS P. BUCKINGHAM (1808 – 1888) Union brigadier general, the main assistant to the U.S. Secretary of War, Edwin M. Stanton. Scarce war-date partly-printed D.S. ‘C. P. Buckingham', 1p. oblong sm. folio, July 8, 1861, a commission for a John Lantry as second lieutenant in the 8th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Militia. The certificate is signed boldly by the Governor of Ohio, WILLIAM DENNISON JR. (1815-1882) at the conclusion, with Buckingham countersigning as Adjutant General. The certificate is additionally countersigned by Ohio secretary of state ADDISON P. RUSSELL (1826-1912), and by Lantry on the verso, accepting his commission. Toned and with folds overall, with some chips to the edges and stains, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 426 - CHARLES (KARL) L. MATTHIES

CHARLES (KARL) L. MATTHIES (1824-1868) Prussian soldier and revolutionary who served as a Union Army brigadier general commanding Iowa volunteers. Saw action at Island Number 10, Iuka and Corinth, before receiving his promotion and fighting in the Vickburg campaign, and being badly wounded at Missionary Ridge. Very scarce war-date A.L.S. in German, 1p. 4to., Springfield, MO, July 21, 1861, to a Theo Waldschmidt, untranslated by us but apparently with military content, mentioning ‘soldaten', ‘D Companie', etc. Worthy of professional translation and research! Shows original mailing folds, toned at the top edge and slightly ragged at the left, with adhesive residue at the bottom edge and verso, and with a small tear to the top edge repaired on the verso with cello tape, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 427 - CHARLES J. PAINE

CHARLES J. PAINE (1833-1916) Union brevet brigadier general, participated in the expedition against Fort Fisher, and more actively engaged following the Battle of Wilmington. Partly-printed war-date D.S. 1p. folio, [n.p.], Jan. 31, 1865, an account of pay and rations acknowledging receipt of such from J. V. Holliday, paymaster of the U.S. Army. Expected folds, otherwise in quite clean condition. WITH: a post-war A.N.S. 1p. 8vo., Boston, Oct. 10, 1887, sending a gentleman thanks for a ‘beautiful ode.' Significant mounting traces to the verso and wear to the edges, just good condition. Two pieces.

Lot: 428 - DANIEL H. RUCKER

DANIEL H. RUCKER , penned on an oblong slip. On verso is the signature of Union general and Lincoln's General of Staff and advisor, HENRY W. HALLECK, also adding rank. Light mounting traces to Halleck's signature, otherwise fine.

Lot: 429 - DAVID H. WILLIAMS

DAVID H. WILLIAMS (1819 – 1891) Union colonel, appointed brigadier general but was never confirmed by the Senate. War-date partly-printed D.S. ‘David H. Williams Co. 31st. Pa. Vols.', 1p. 4to., ‘Camp Near Bottom's Bridge', VA, May 21, 1862, a disability discharge for William Leonard, a private, for ‘Debilias, with which was suffering under when he came into the service…'. Folds, else very good.

Lot: 430 - DAVID HUBBARD

(1792 – 1874) Veteran of the War of 1812, served in the Confederate States House of Representatives as well as Commissioner of the Confederate State Bureau of Indian Affairs for the majority of the Civil War. Cut signature, 6 x 1 in., adding ‘Kinlock, Alabama'. Fine.

Lot: 431 - DON A. PARDEE

(1837 - 1919) Union army veteran, later a U.S. Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit Court. T.L.S., 1p. 8vo., Atlanta, Georgia, April 5, 1900. The page is marked ‘2' at the top and ‘Filed in Clerk's Office' at the bottom indicating this is the second page of a court document. Pardee signs at the conclusion as circuit judge. Full length horizontal tear at the bottom fold, repaired on the verso with archival tape, not affecting the signature. Very good.

Lot: 432 - DUFF C. GREEN

DUFF C. GREEN (1828 - 1865) Confederate quartermaster general from Alabama. War-date partly-printed D.S. 1p. 8vo., [n.p.] Mar. 12, 1861, an ordnance return for ammunition. Trimmed at bottom, else fine.

Lot: 433 - EGBERT L. VIELE

EGBERT L. VIELE (1825 - 1902) Union brigadier general who took Norfolk and later served as Military Governor of the city. War-date A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., New York, July 31, 1864, to Governor of New York Horatio Seymour, in part: ‘…Capt. Aaron Seely late of the 10th Regt. New York Vols. & who also served on my staff in Virginia, is anxious to return to the field. He is a brave and gallant soldier…He desires to fill a vacancy…'. Expertly inlaid and in very good condition. Offered with a small photographic image, mounted.

Lot: 434 - ELBERT BLAND

ELBERT BLAND (c. 1822-1863) Confederate lieutenant colonel commanding the 7th South Carolina Infantry Regiment at First Manassas, Williamsburg, the Seven Days' Battles, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville and Gettysburg, before being killed in action at Chickamauga. Rare, good association war-date A.L.S. as captain, 2pp. 4to., Camp Pickens, May 4, 1861, to THEODORE G. BACON (1834-1900), colonel then commanding the 7th. Bland forwards his soldiers' complaints about the quality of their food, in full ‘My men complain that their meal is sour & unfit for use. I desire that a board of officers be appointed to condemn it, if found as reported.' He signs at the conclusion in black ink, adding his rank ‘Capt 96 Riflemen 7th Regt S. C. V. ‘ Below, Bacon pens his own message to three additional officers, instructing them to inspect the meal issued by the regimental commissary department, and signs at the conclusion with rank. On the verso, these three officers report that the inspected meal has indeed been found to be bad, and recommend that it be disposed of, signing with their rank. Shows folds overall, mildly toned at the edges, else very good.

Lot: 435 - ELI LONG

ELI LONG (1837 - 1903) Union army brigadier general who served in several battles including Chickamauga, Jonesboro, Lovejoy's Station, Fort Sanders, and more. After the war President Johnson nominated Long for appointment as brevet grade brigadier general and later as major general. War-date partly-printed D.S., 1p. oblong folio, Edgefield TN, December, 1864, a report of 'Persons and Articles employed and hired', primarily teamsters and laborers. Long signs in black ink at bottom left. Shows folds, otherwise in fine condition.

Lot: 436 - EUGENE B. PAYNE

(1835 – 1910) Union lieutenant colonel, brevetted to brigadier general, elected to lead the 37th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, Company C, as captain. A.L.S. on Department of the Interior letterhead, Cleveland, Ohio, Sep. 22, 1888. In part: ‘...I have the honor to inform you that the Grand Jury for the northern District...of Ohio will convene on the 1st Monday of October 1888 – The case of Daniel Driscoll...It is desirable that I shall present it to the Grand Jury...'. Stray ink mark and trivial pinholes at the left edge, else very good.

Lot: 437 - EUGENE B. PAYNE

(1835 – 1910) Union lieutenant colonel, brevetted to brigadier general, elected to lead the 37th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, Company C, as captain. A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., Waukegan, Illinois, Aug. 19, 1865, voting yes on the resolution ‘...the present Board of Directors and officers of the Union Insurance Company be continued in office and are hereby re-elected for one year...' Payne signs as president of the company. Light spotting, else very good.

Lot: 438 - FRANCIS E. PIERCE

(1833 – 1896) Union colonel, brevetted to brigadier general, wounded in the eye and hand during battles in Virginia in 1864. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, D.C., March, 1866, a requisition for the forage of ‘two private horses' in service of the 8th U.S. Veteran Volunteers for the month of March. Twice signed. Toned at the top fold, else very good.

Lot: 439 - GABRIEL C. WHARTON

GABRIEL C. WHARTON (1824-1906) Confederate brigade general who commanded troops in the Shenandoah Valley, principally at New Market and Waynesboro. War-date A.E.S. 'Approved W. C. Wharton Br. Gen'. on the verso of a pass, 1p. 12mo., 'Camp Near Abington, Va.', Apr. 22, 1864, the pass allowing a private in the 51st Virginia through the lines to join the 45th Virginia to which he had been transferred. Endorsement is very light (but legible), due to the use of adversity ink, estimated accordingly.

Lot: 440 - GEORGE G. DIBRELL 

GEORGE G. DIBRELL  (1822 - 1888) Confederate brigadier general who raised the 8th Tennessee Cavalry to operate as independent partisan rangers. He also served with Forrest at Stone's River. A.L.S. on House of Representatives letterhead, 1p. 4to., Washington, Dec. 6, 1880, to a clerk of the Senate giving his address and advising that his wife, son and another gentleman are with him. Expertly inlaid and in fine condition.

Lot: 441 - GEORGE H. PREBLE

GEORGE H. PREBLE (1816-1885) American naval officer, commander of the steam sloop ONEIDA blockading Mobile Bay, dismissed for allowing the CSS FLORIDA to elude him but later reinstated, commanding the ST. LOUIS, only to have the FLORIDA evade him once more. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Brookline, MA, June 27, 1883, to Ellis Ames, thanking him for a letter and manuscript. Very good.

Lot: 442 - GEORGE MANEY

GEORGE MANEY (1826 - 1901) Confederate brigadier general, participated in the Battle of Shiloh and led his brigade in the battles of Perryville, Chickamauga, and Murfreesboro. He was wounded severely during the Chattanooga Campaign. In 1864, Maney commanded a division in Hardee's corps during the Atlanta Campaign. He was captured in August and later released. Signature ‘Geo Maney' in black ink on a 2.5 x 0.75 in. slip of paper cut from the conclusion of a letter. Evenly toned, and affixed to a 3.75 x 2 in. backing slip. Very good.

Lot: 443 - GEORGE N. HOLLINS

GEORGE N. HOLLINS (1799 - 1878) American naval captain and later a captain and commodore in the Confederate Navy. He famously won the Battle of the Head of Passes, causing a retreat of the Union fleet in the Mississippi delta. A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1845 to Secretray of the Navy JOHN Y. MASON. Hollins warmly recommends one Henry Rose for the position of Acting Boatswain at the Pensacola Navy Yard, praising his honest and 'uniform sobriety' which has given Hollins 'my entire confidence'. Fine condition.

Lot: 444 - GIDEON WELLES

GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878) Lincoln's Secretary of the Navy who proposed the blockage of Southern ports and the construction of the ironclad fleet. War-date A.L.S., 3pp. 8vo., Washington, Feb. 10, 1862, to George D. Morgan, his brother-in-law. Welles sarcastically responds to a question concerning the name of an engineer on the Burnside Expedition to a journalist from the ‘Evening Post'. He writes: ‘…There is no person of that name among the naval engineers and he must therefore be on one of the Army transports. Of course the Navy is supposed to have the old vessels and the worthless fellows on board of them, and it is not surprising that such mistakes should be made…' He expresses his stance to his writer on the support provided by him by the Evening Post, stating that he would forward the inquiry to the War Department. Part of the text of letter has been cut out, likely an individual's name, otherwise fine. Expertly inlaid.

Lot: 445 - GILBERT S. MEEM

GILBERT S. MEEM (1824 - 1908) Confederate brigadier general of the Virginia Militia who led eight regiments and fought under Jackson at Winchester and in advances on Bath and Romney. Scarce partly-printed D.S. 1p. oblong 12mo., Washington, D.C., Nov. 9, 1900, a check from the Riggs National Bank paying sixty dollars to the order of J. C. Eickman's Sons. Meem signs at lower right in black ink. Shows a punch cancellation just touching the signature, with vertical folds and mounting remnants to the verso, otherwise in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 446 - HENRY M. NAGLEE

(1815 - 1886) Union brigadier general who fought at Seven Pines, the Seven Days, Williamsburg, and Fair Oak where he was wounded. War-date A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., New Bern, North Carolina, Jan. 1, 1863, titled ‘General Order No. 1'. In part: ‘...In obedience to Orders from the 18th Corps, Department of North Carolina, I hereby assume command of the Division...of the late 1st Brigade 4th Corps, and of the 1st Brigade commanded by Genl. Heckman...' Naglee goes on to name five men who will serve on his staff. Signed at the conclusion as brigadier general. Minor tears at mailing folds, else fine.

Lot: 447 - HENRY MOSES JUDAH

HENRY MOSES JUDAH (1821 - 1866) Union brigadier general and an Indian fighter who commanded a division at Corinth. Jewish officers were very rarely found in the Union army, let alone as generals. Signature ‘H. M. Judah' in black ink on a 4.25 x 2 in. slip of paper cut from the conclusion of a letter or document, with his rank added in another hand. Backed with brown paper, shows pencil identifying inscriptions on recto and verso, and with mounting remnants on verso, else very good.

Lot: 448 - HENRY T. CLARK

HENRY T. CLARK (1808-1874) 36th Governor of North Carolina from 1861 to 1862. As the leader of the state in that formative period, he mobilized thousands of soldiers for the Southern cause, established the only Confederate prison in North Carolina, arranged the production of salt for the war effort, created European purchasing connections, and built a successful and important gunpowder mill. He retired abruptly at the end of his term. Rare partly-printed, war-date D.S. as governor, 1p. legal folio, Raleigh, Nov. 30, 1861, a commission for a Sidney G. Wilson as a second lieutenant in the 49th Regiment of the North Carolina Militia. Clark signs in black ink at the conclusion. Shows heavy folds, slightly toned and with a few small chips to the edges, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 449 - HENRY W. SLOCUM

HENRY W. SLOCUM (1827-1894) Union major general who commanded the Union right at Gettysburg and fought with Sherman in Georgia and the Carolinas. A.N.S. on a small lined sheet, in full: ‘Please address my paper to Vicksburg, Miss instead of to Nashville as been before. Yours truly H. M. Slocum M.G.'. Expertly inlaid and fine.

Lot: 450 - ISAAC M. ST. JOHN

ISAAC M. ST. JOHN (1827-1880) Confederate commissary general who served as an engineer in the fortification of the Peninsula, later served as Chief of the Mining and Nitre Bureau. Rare signature ‘I. M. St John' on a 1.5 x 3 in. slip of paper cut from the conclusion of a letter. Somewhat toned, with a pencil identifying inscription, mounted on a larger card bearing the signature of 11th Tennessee Cavalry (Union) colonel JAMES H. EDMONDSON (1831-1884) on the verso, with some mounting remnants thereto. Very good overall.

Lot: 451 - JAMES A. SEDDON

JAMES A. SEDDON (1815-1880) U.S. congressman from Virginia who served as Confederate Secretary of War until just before the end of the Civil War. Close-trimmed signature in black ink on a 3.25 x 0.75 in. slip of paper cut from the conclusion of a letter, with his title ‘Secretary of War' in another hand. Affixed to a 3.75 x 2.5 in. card, toned and shows mild foxing, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 452 - JAMES G. MARTIN

JAMES G. MARTIN (1819-1878) Confederate brigadier general commanding the district of North Carolina. He was the first to suggest using blockade runners to import supplies from Europe into the Confederacy. Signed endorsement ‘J. G. Martin' on a manuscript document, 1p. legal folio, Philadelphia, June 30, 1856, a disbursement for $3,722 for the manufacture of boots and ‘bootees'. Martin signs his endorsement below in black ink as assistant quartermaster, with an inspector and another official countersigning. Shows original folds, with a large ink cancellation at center left, in fine condition overall.

Lot: 453 - JAMES M. MASON

JAMES M. MASON (1798-1871) American lawyer and politician who strongly supported slavery as well as Virginia's secession, arrested in the Trent Affair. A.D.S., 7.5 x 2 in., Washington, Dec. 15, 1858, a check making a $70 payment. Cut cancels clear of signature, with an indelible pencil cancel affecting two letters.

Lot: 454 - JAMES S. WADSWORTH

JAMES S. WADSWORTH (1807 - 1864) Union brigadier general who commanded a division at Chancellorsville and Gettysburg, mortally wounded at the Wilderness. D.S., 1p. 4to., Geneseo, N.Y., Aug. 8, 1850, listing deed contracts that have been paid in full. Signed ‘J.S. Wadsworth' at the conclusion. Mailing folds and light spotting, else very good.

Lot: 455 - JAMES SIMONS

JAMES SIMONS (1813 - 1879) Confederate brigadier general and the first general officer of the Confederacy appointed by Jefferson Davis. He was the commanding officer of the Confederate defenses at Morris Island during the first attack on Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861 and directed cannon fire from the island during that engagement. It was Simons who sent Col. Louis T. Wigfall to Fort Sumter to ask if Major Robert Anderson would surrender the fort to General Beauregard. War-date A.E.S., [n.p.], Oct. 20, 1864, on a 1p. 8vo. note in another hand regarding a payment for a land survey involved in a court case, certifying that the above bill is correct and that the survey has been properly recorded. He signs in black ink at the conclusion. Shows a 2 in. closed tear to the right of Simons' endorsement, with original mailing folds, else very good. Sold with a carte de visit photograph of Simons, with Anthony, New York backstamp.

Lot: 456 - JASPER A. MALTBY

JASPER A. MALTBY (1825-1867) Union brigadier general, wounded at Fort Donelson and again while commanding Illinois troops at Vicksburg. Scarce partly-printed D.S., 1p. folio, Jackson, TN, Aug. 9 [1862], a requisition for supplies for Maltby's 43rd Illinois Volunteers, including jackets, trousers, shoes, knapsacks, etc. He signs boldly ‘J A Maltby' in black ink at center right, adding his contemporary rank ‘Lt Col Comg 43 Ill. Vol', as well as the place and date on the verso. Shows horizontal folds, with the top panel full detached but present and with additional splits thereto, estimated accordingly.

Lot: 457 - JOHN A. DIX

JOHN A. DIX (1798 - 1879) Union major general most remembered for his threat to shoot anyone hauling down the American flag, and his suppression of the bloody New York draft riots. Partly-printed D.S. 1p. oblong 8vo., New York, Feb. 24, 1859. A stock certificate for 21 shares in the Mississippi & Missouri Rail Road Company, issued to Simon C. Groot. Punch cancels are clear of signature, folds and a stain at bottom margin. Good condition.

Lot: 458 - JOHN B MAGRUDER

JOHN B MAGRUDER (1807 - 1871) Confederate major general, ‘Prince John' routed Union forces at Big Bethel and re-captured Galveston in a daring attack in January 1863. Cut signature from a document. Fine.

Lot: 459 - JOHN B. GRAYSON

JOHN B. GRAYSON (1806 - 1861) Career U.S. Army officer and Confederate brigadier general, a Mexican War veteran who because of his long service and military skills, was quickly appointed a brigadier general in the Confederate Army. He then immediately became commander of the East and Middle Departments of Florida. He died soon after on October 21, 1861, in Tallahassee, Florida. Rare A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Detroit, Nov. 8, 1852 to the Surgeon General. Grayson asks if his family is entitled to medical attention, and if so, states that the account will me made out according to regulations. If not, he advises that the items used for the care will be paid for from his own account. Fine condition.

Lot: 460 - JOHN B. SALLING

JOHN B. SALLING (1847-1959) Confederate general and the second to last surviving Confederate veteran. I.S.P. signed twice, 8 x 10 in. b/w, shows Salling wearing UCV reunion medals on his 109th birthday, standing before a candle-laden cake. Signed at right in red ink: ‘Sincerely John Salling'. A bit of fading and skipping to ink. Signed again on verso: ‘To Jimmie Ray Greetings from John Salling Conf. Veteran 109 years young'. Very good.

Lot: 461 - JOHN C. PEMBERTON

JOHN C. PEMBERTON (1814-1881) Confederate lieutenant general who commanded the Department of Mississippi and surrendered Vicksburg to Grant. Later he commanded the artillery defense of Richmond. Signature on a small card: 'J. C. Pemberton Lt. Genl. C.S.A.', matted with a carte de visite portrait photograph (worn), the pair double-matted in gray and set into a gilt wood frame.

Lot: 462 - JOHN GRANT MITCHELL

JOHN GRANT MITCHELL (1838-1894) Union brigadier general, one of the youngest civilian volunteers to achieve a full general officer's rank during the Civil War. Commanded a brigade at the defense of Horseshoe Ridge during the Battle of Chickamauga, and his commend suffered heavy losses at Kennesaw Mountain during the Atlanta Campaign. Fine association and content A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., Columbus, OH, Nov. 7, 1866, to Maj. Gen. Jefferson C. Davis, his former commander in the Army of the Cumberland during the Atlanta Campaign. In full: ‘I am making an effort to have two of my most efficient and worthy staff officers given brevet ranks and make one more call upon you for assistance in this behalf. Will you please endorse these papers and return them to me, if they meet your approbation. You will recollect both of the young men and I hope will, from that recollection, be enabled to recommend the appointments cordially. I was very much pleased to see that you had been rewarded with a rank in the regular service [that of colonel], in some degree commensurate with your services. I had hoped it would be Brig Gen'l at least, but I suppose that will not be log deferred.' Mitchell signs at the conclusion in black ink. Shows original mailing folds, with pencil identifying inscriptions to the recto and verso and the edges faintly toned, otherwise in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 463 - JOHN H. MARTINDALE

JOHN H. MARTINDALE (1815 - 1881) Union brigadier general who commanded forces at Malvern Hill, Cold Harbor and Petersburg until resigning due to poor health caused by typhoid fever. A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Rochester, June 8, 1853, to attorney Anthony Jen Eyck, informing his correspondent that he has a prior meeting scheduled for the day. He signs ‘J. H., Martindale' at the conclusion on black ink. Shows original mailing folds, mildly toned at the top edge, otherwise in fine condition.

Lot: 464 - JOHN H. WINDER

JOHN H. WINDER (1800-1865) Confederate brigadier general and commander of the Confederate Libby Prison, Belle Isle and the notorious prison at Andersonville. He escaped the hangman, dying just before war's enD. War-date A.E.S. on a small sheet cut from a document, in full: 'Discharge A. M. Browne Jno. H. Winder Br G To Provost Marshall' Fine condition, matted with a large photograph of Winder in uniform and set into a gilt wood frame.

Lot: 465 - JOHN JACOB ASTOR, JR.

JOHN JACOB ASTOR, JR. (1822 - 1890) Grandson of the fur trader John Jacob Astor, a multi-millionaire and a volunteer aide-de-camp to Major Gen. George B. McClellan. Later brevetted brigadier general. Cut signature, ‘J. J. Astor'. Toned slightly, mounted.

Lot: 466 - JOHN M. BRANNAN

JOHN M. BRANNAN (1819-1892) Union brigadier general who led the St. John's River expedition, later fighting at Missionary Ridge and Atlanta and losing 38 percent of his command while holding the last Union position on Horseshoe Ridge at Chickamauga. Good association and content, war-date A.L.S., 1p. 4to., ‘Hd Qrs St John's River Expedition', Oct. 13, 1862, to U.S. Navy captain Sylvanus W. Godon, whom Brannan incorrectly addresses as commodore and commander of the South Atlantic Blockading Squadron. Brannan writes from aboard the steam transport BEN DEFORD, days after his victory at the Battle of St. John's Bluff, in full: ‘I left St John's River Fla. yesterday morning – I would most respectfully inform you that the Gun Boats in that River are very much in need of coal – I turned over to [U.S. Navy] Capt. [actually commander Charles] Steedman Comdg the Fleet, 170 tons of coal, without which he would have been unable to operate – I would therefore suggest, most respectfully, that a Cargo of Coal be sent to St John's River as soon as practicable.' He signs ‘Wm. Brannan' at the conclusion in black ink, adding his rank ‘Brig Genl. Comd'. Shows original mailing folds, with mounting remnants to the verso, some paper loss to the right edge where removed fro the mount, and mild toning to the top edge, else in very good overall condition.

Lot: 467 - JOHN P. SPOFFORD

(1818-1884) Union brevet brigadier general, commanded the 97th New York Volunteer Infantry. War-date partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., Arlington Height, Virginia, July 7, 1865, a requisition for different paper stock, wafers, sealing wax, tape, ink powder, pen holders, and envelopes for use by Captain Frank Faville of the 97th New York Infantry Regiment. Spofford signs at the left as colonel. Light spotting, mailing folds, else very good.

Lot: 468 - JOHN S. PRESTON

JOHN S. PRESTON (1809-1881) Confederate brigadier general, aide to Beauregard, son in law of Wade Hampton I, an ardent secessionist. Signed endorsement cut from a document referring the document to Gen. James Kemper. Signature is light but fully legible. Very good.

Lot: 469 - JOHNSON HAGOOD

JOHNSON HAGOOD (1829-1898) Confederate brigadier general and 80th Governor of South Carolina. Partly-printed D.S. as Governor, 1p. folio, Columbia, Jan. 7, 1885, an appointment of a W. F. Colcock as Notary Public. Folds reinforced with archival tape on the verso, light toning, very good.

Lot: 470 - JONES WITHERS

JONES WITHERS (1814 - 1890) Confederate major general, led the 2nd Division of the Army of Tennessee, fighting at Shiloh and at Murfreesboro, where he excelled but with the grievous loss of 2,500 of his 7,700 men engaged. Scarce war-date signature cut from an endorsement and on a slip of paper, adding rank as brigadier general. Mounted.

Lot: 471 - JOSEPH A. COOPER

JOSEPH A. COOPER (1823-1910) Union brevet brigadier general who fought during the Atlanta campaign and against Hood in Tennessee. War-date A.L.S. in pencil ‘Joseph A. Cooper' adding rank, 1p. 8vo., Lavurgne, TN, Feb. 8, [n.y.], to Lt. Col. Charles A. Goddard, A.A.G., in full: ‘The head of train is passing this station well closed up no trouble…'. One fold has been reinforced with archival paper on the verso, two small holes at the top, otherwise very good.

Lot: 472 - JOSEPH A. LIGHTBURN

JOSEPH A. LIGHTBURN (1824 - 1901) Union brigadier general, led a brigade at Vicksburg, Missionary Ridge and Atlanta, and rose to command the 2nd Division after the death of Major Gen. James B. McPherson. A shot to his head knocked him from his horse, and he fell into the arms of his brother, Calvin Luther. Scarce war-date signature adding rank, cut from a document. Mounted.

Lot: 473 - JOSEPH B. CARR

JOSEPH B. CARR (1828 - 1895) Union brigadier general who led a regiment at Second Bull Run and in the Peninsula, his troops also bore the brunt of Pickett's assault at Gettysburg. A.L.S. ‘Joseph B. Carr; 1p. 4to., Troy, NY, July 25, 1893, on letterhead of the American Chain Cable Works to Capt. J. Otis Woodward, in part: ‘…I am in receipt of your kind invitation to accompany the corps to Bainbridge N.Y. on the 3rd prox. I regret I cannot be with you…'. Boldly penned in his sprawling hand, expertly inlaid, very good condition.

Lot: 474 - JOSEPH J. BARTLETT

JOSEPH J. BARTLETT (1834 - 1893) Union brigadier general who commanded a corps in the Army of the Potomac before Petersburg. Signed endorsement ‘Jos. J. Bartlett' on a war-date partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., Brandy Station, Nov. 24, 1863, a ‘special requisition' for 500 feet of rope for pack saddles, for the use of the 1st Division, 5th Corps. Bartlett signs his approval in black ink at left. Shows folds, with a few small chips and a paper clip mark to the edges, otherwise in very good to fine condition. Sold with a period frontispiece engraving of Bartlett, with his facsimile signature beneath the portrait.

Lot: 475 - JOSHUA B. HOWELL

(1806 – 1864) Union officer appointed brigadier general posthumously, fought with distinction at the Siege of Charleston but died as a result of a horse accident at the Siege of Petersburg. D.S., 1p. 4to., Meridian Hill, March 14, 1862, ordnance for the 85th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Signed at the bottom right. Light spotting, else very good.

Lot: 476 - JOSHUA B. HOWELL

(1806 - 1864) Union brigadier general, fought in the Goldsboro Expedition at the battles of Kinston, White Hall, and Goldsboro. His brigade also took part in the siege of Charleston Harbor. Howell died before Petersburg following a fall from his horse. War-date A.L.S., 2pp. oblong 8vo., [n.p.], Feb. 10, 1864, difficult to read but seemingly discussing the amount of time he has been in command of a brigade. Very light chipping, overall very good.

Lot: 477 - JULIUS P. GARESCHE

JULIUS P. GARESCHE (1821 - 1862) Civil War Union Army officer, served as an Assistant Adjutant General and Chief of Staff to Major Gen. William S. Rosecrans with the Army of the Cumberland. During the Battle of Murfreesboro, he was riding alongside General Rosecrans very near to where the combat was most intense when he was beheaded by a cannon ball. His horse rode on, carrying its headless rider. Cut signature from a general order. Fine.

Lot: 478 - LEWIS BENEDICT, JR.

LEWIS BENEDICT, JR. (1817-1864) Union officer, saw action in the Peninsular Campaign, captured and imprisoned at the notorious Libby Prison, later released only then to be killed in action during the Red River Campaign. A.L.S. ‘Lew. Benedict Jr.' 1p. 4to., Albany, Jan. 10, 1853, in part ‘…I apply for myself and three lieutenants of my company [in] the Albany City Cavalry of 25th Regt N.Y.I.N. to have issued to us four pairs of Colt pistols; and desire at same time to return to the armory four pairs of the horse pistols heretofore issued to said company…' Very good.

Lot: 479 - LEWIS PARSONS

LEWIS PARSONS (1818-1907) Union brigadier general who was one of the last officers promoted to the rank during the war. Parsons was in charge of rail and river transportation for several different armies through the years of the war and laid the foundations for expanding railroad activities into the west. War-date A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., St. Louis, May 31, 1863, on ‘Quartermaster's Department' letterhead to a Col. J. A. Pingham regarding transport boats and his responsibilities. In part: ‘Boats are getting more plenty and more moderate in their demands, Several are applying to me for charters at greatly reduced rates. If you can favor me soon with a list of the boats in service in your Department, with nature of service in which they are engaged I am confident I can send you some boats to exchange at from 40 to $60 per day reduction in price. I would be glad to have the ‘Hiawatha' sent up anyhow as the committee awarded her $105 per day over expenses and I can send the Choctaw [?] of 1100 tons at $50 per day… Can you give me any idea as to the probable demand for chartered boats below… If this can be systemitised [sic] in some degree, I think it will… diminish annoyances to yourself and all of us…' He signs ‘Lewis B. Parsons' in black ink at the conclusion, adding his rank ‘Col & A[ssistant] Q[uarter] M[aster]'. The blank overleaf has been trimmed ans shows mounting remnants, with original mailing folds and three pinholes at bottom right, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 480 - LOUIS BLENKER

LOUIS BLENKER (1812 - 1863) Union brigadier general whose regiment covered the Union retreat at Bull Run, later leading three German brigades under McClellan. Died of injuries from a fall from his horse. War-date cut endorsement, Sept. 30, 1861 forwarding a letter. Fine. SOLD WITH: an engraving of Blenker.

Lot: 481 - LOUIS PHILLIPE VII, COMTE DE PARIS

LOUIS PHILLIPE VII, COMTE DE PARIS (1838 - 1894) Heir to the French throne who served with distinction on the staff of George McClellan, fighting at Williamsburg and Gaines Mill. A.L.S. ‘Philippe Comte de Paris' 3pp. 8vo., [Isle of Wight], July 28, 1887, in French to Prince George, Duke of Cambridge. In part: ‘…The moment I left London, I spoke to the Prince [of Wales] about the future of my son. The Prince had had the opportunity to speak to you about this, but unfortunately I did not have the time before my departure to ask you for a meeting…I shall spend only two days in Sheen before going to Scotland. If your Royal Highness will find himself in London again on Monday, August 8, I should ask to see you for a few moments. Otherwise my visit…will be in autumn when my son returns to Sandhurst. General Anderson let me know that the result of his examination was satisfactory: but we do not know his position among his comrades until later…'. Field Marshal Prince George, Duke of Cambridge (1819-1904) was cousin of Queen Victoria and commander-in-chief of the Army from 1856-1895, serving in this position for almost 40 years. At the time of this letter, the embattled Duke was fighting against demands for reform of the army, and resisting attempts at modernization which proved necessary in the ongoing colonial wars. Philippe's son, Louis Philippe, Duke of Orleans (1869-1926) was the Orleanist claimant as Philippe VIII to the defunct French throne at the time of his father's death. He attended the Royal Military College at Sandhurst on the behest of Queen Victoria, and was subsequently attached to the King's Royal Rifle Corps in British Raj (India). ‘General Anderson' mentioned in this letter may refer to Horace Searle Anderson (1833-1907), who was General Officer Commanding Naseerabad District at the time of this letter. Tape remains at corners, slight tear at bottom of central fold, otherwise very good.

Lot: 482 - LUIGI PALMA DI CESNOLA

LUIGI PALMA DI CESNOLA (1832–1904) Italian-American soldier and diplomat, he received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Civil War and was first Director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. A.L.S. ‘L.P. di Cesnola' 1p. 8vo., New York, Mar. 19, 1884, in part: ‘…You have been proposed as an annual member of this institution. Please have the kindness to inform me if you accept the nomination. The annual fee is $10…' Marginal chip on the left side, otherwise fine.

Lot: 483 - MANSFIELD LOVELL

MANSFIELD LOVELL (1822-1884) Confederate major general who was forced to cede New Orleans to superior Union forces. Later served at Corinth. Good content A.L.S., 2pp. small oblong 12mo., New York, May 12, 1881, to a Mr. Piney, in full: ‘As I could not Conveniently get at my official papers, I send you a copy in my own hand, of one of the letters to the Secretary of War, laid by me before the Court of Inquiry which I demanded in 1862 relative to the ‘fall of New Orleans'. I hope it will answer your purposes – My commission as Major Gen. C. S. A. bore date Oct 7th 1861.' He signs ‘M. Lovell' in black ink at the conclusion. Closely cut overall, with a pencil identifying inscription beside the signature, otherwise in very good to fine condition.

Lot: 484 - MILO F. HASCALL

MILO F. HASCALL (1829 – 1904) Union brigadier general, served in the Army of the Ohio and the Army of the Cumberland, fought at Corinth and Stones River and commanded brigades in the Kentucky and Atlanta campaigns. War-date A.D.S. 1p. 8vo. Battle Creek, July 9, 1862, in part: ‘…The under signed having been ordered here by major Genl. Buell for the purpose of commanding the forces now at this point, hereby assumes command of the same…' Fine.

Lot: 485 - NAPOLEON COLLINS

NAPOLEON COLLINS (1814-1875) Union rear admiral, captured the CSS FLORIDA in neutral harbor and was court-martialed for ‘The Bahia Incident', but sentence dismissed due to the military effectivity (and popularity) of this illegal maneuver. War-date A.N.S. 1p. sm. 8vo., Boston, Dec. 16, 1864, to C. L. Pascal acknowledging receipt of a note. With a CDV showing Collins in a standing pose in uniform. Very good.

Lot: 486 - OLIVER EDWARDS

OLIVER EDWARDS (1835-1904) Union Brigadier General whose troops held ‘the bloody angle' at Spotsylvania, received the surrender of Petersburg, and captured Richard Ewell, Custis Lee, their staffs, and an entire Confederate brigade at Sayler's Creek. War-date D.S. ‘O. Edwards Col' 1p. 4to., Warren Station, Va., Feb. 28, 1865, a partly-printed ‘Special Requisition' for a number of supplies including uniforms, boots and the like, on behalf of Company B, 37th Mass. Vols. Edwards signs at left margin 'O Edwards'. Near fine condition.

Lot: 487 - PIERRE SOULE

PIERRE SOULE (1801 - 1870) U.S Senator and Minister to Spain in the pre-Civil War era who was the author of the famous Ostend Manifesto of 1854, a document used by southern slaveholders attempting to gain government support for the U.S. to annex Cuba. Traveled to Europe as a Confederate agent at the war's outbreak, arrested for treason by Union troops on his return to New Orleans. Later paroled to Boston, from which he sailed to Nassau and Havana before running the blockade into Charleston and joining Gen. Beauregard's staff. Free-franking signature in black ink on the 5.5 x 3.25 in. detached front panel of an envelope addressed to an M. M. Jones of Utica, NY, all in Soule's hand. Slightly ragged at the right edge, with cello tape mounting remnants to the verso at the top edge, else very good.

Lot: 488 - POWHATAN CLARKE

POWHATAN CLARKE (1836-1917) Confederate colonel, Chief of Ordnance under Lt. Gen. Simon Bolivar Buckner. Good content and association A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Baltimore, May 14, 1888, to Confederate General Marcus J. Wright, then an adjutant to the War Department. In full: ‘I received your memo 2 days ago & am sorry I cannot give you the dates asked for. I buried under a peach tree in Louisiana, my assignment to duty by Lieut Genl S. B. Buckner as ‘Lieut. Col & chief of ordnance', & am glad to say I enjoyed at least this quiet of my military labors. I buried all public regrets & animosities along with it. If anything depends on an approximation let me know & I shall comply with pleasure.' He signs boldly at the conclusion in black ink. An ink identifying inscription has been added below the signature, and the letter is toned overall, with some chips to the bottom left, a paper clip mark at top left, and mounting remnants to the verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 489 - RICHARD ARNOLD

RICHARD ARNOLD (1828-1882) Union brigadier general of volunteers who served as chief of artillery for the Department of the Gulf, participated in the siege of Port Hudson, the ill-fated Red River campaign and the capture of Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay. Printed D.S., 1p. 4to., Governor's Island, NY, March 5, 1879, ‘Special Orders No. 34' issued by Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott Hancock, appointing a board of three officers to investigate the loss of a revolver and saber by fellow brigadier general George W. Getty at Fort Monroe, Virginia. Arnold signs in black ink at the conclusion, adding his rank ‘Maj. 5th Art & A. A. I. General'. Shows horizontal folds, with approx. 3 in. splits thereto at the right edge, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 490 - RICHARD HARRISON

RICHARD HARRISON (1821 - 1876) Confederate brigadier general commanding the 43rd Mississippi Infantry, leading it in battles in Mississippi and in the Siege of Vicksburg. His regiment lost 58 soldiers in the course of the siege and he was captured when the bastion capitulated on July 4, 1863. Cut signature, 'Rich'd Harrison', with subscription. Toned a bit, mounted.

Lot: 491 - ROBERT A. CAMERON

(1828 - 1894) Union brigadier general, fought at New Madrid, Island No. 10 and in the Red River expedition. War-date A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., Thibodaux, Louisiana, Dec. 21, 1864, to New York Governor Reuben Fenton. In part: ‘...The object of this communication is to request you to withhold your action in reference to promotions in the 18th N.Y. Cav. for a short time at least so far as issuing any commissions for it on the recommendations of Col. J.B. Byrne is concerned...A board has been convened for the purpose of examining applicants for promotion in the 18th N.Y. Cav. as to their fitness and qualifications...This request is not made with any desire to...control your action but for the benefit of the service...' Folds, two pinholes at the top center, else fine.

Lot: 492 - ROBERT B. MITCHELL

ROBERT B. MITCHELL (1823-1882) Union Brigadier General, badly wounded at Wilson's Creek but went on to lead a brigade at Fort Riley. Served as George H. Thomas' Chief of Cavalry, then removed before Chattanooga for court martial service in Washington, D.C. War-date partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Nashville, Dec. 30, 1862, a discharge of Private Philip Cronan from Gordon's 4th Cavalry by reason of: ‘…a Surgeon's certificate of Disability…'. Boldly signed at conclusion. WITH: a copy of Cronan's pay due him in the amount of $210.36, signed ‘with his mark'. Two pieces, very good.

Lot: 493 - ROBERT B. RICKETTS

ROBERT B. RICKETTS (1839 - 1918) Union colonel who distinguished himself as an artillery officer during the Civil War. He is best known for his battery's hand-to-hand battle with Confederate attackers on Cemetery Hill on the second day of Gettysburg. War-date manuscript D.S. 1p. small folio, [n.p.] March, 1864, an abstract of articles received from officers in the field. Small marginal tear, otherwise fine.

Lot: 494 - ROBERT BULLOCK

ROBERT BULLOCK (1828-1905) Confederate brigadier general who fought at Chickamauga, in the Atlanta Campaign, and in the Franklin-Nashville campaign. Later a U.S. Congressman from Florida. Bold signature ‘Robt Bullock' on a 4.5 x 2.25 in. slip of paper cut from an album page, adding ‘Ocala Fla.' Shows a pencil identifying inscription below the signature, with another unidentified signature and archival tape mounting remnants to the verso, very good overall.

Lot: 495 - ROBERT F. CATTERSON

ROBERT F. CATTERSON (1835-1914) Union army colonel, wounded at Antietam and saw action at Memphis, Vicksburg and Chattanooga. During Sherman's March to the Sea, he commanded a brigade in the XV Corps of the Army of the Tennessee, and participated in the Battle of Bentonville, the last major engagement of the war before Appomattox. He was brevetted a brigadier general and, after the war, moved to Arkansas and commanded the state's African-American militia, engaged in fighting the Ku Klux Klan and defending freedmen. Rare partly-printed D.S., 1p. oblong folio, [n.p.], July 12, 1865, a pay requisition for the month of June 1865, calculating not only Catterson's salary, but the pay and clothing allowance owed to his three servants. These men are named at bottom left as ‘John', ‘Mark' and ‘Joseph', all described as ‘Colored-Not soldiers'. Catterson signs at bottom right in black ink, adding his brevet rank ‘Brig Genl U S Vols'. Shows expected folds with notable splits which have detached the top third of the document, reattached and reinforced on the verso with archival tape, otherwise very good overall. The first Catterson-signed piece we have handled in the internet age!

Lot: 496 - ROSWELL S. RIPLEY

ROSWELL S. RIPLEY (1823-1887) Confederate brigadier general who was present at the bombing of Fort Sumter, and saw action at Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Bentonville. Fine association manuscript D.S., 2pp. large folio, New York, Jan. 4, 1870, granting fellow Confederate brigadier general WILMOT G. DE SAUSSURE (1822-1886) power of attorney to sell a plot of land owned by Ripley in Charleston, South Carolina. Ripley signs boldly at the conclusion in black ink, with two witnesses countersigning and the New York Commissioner for South Carolina adding his endorsement and affixing his seal below. The document is endorsed as recorded on the verso, with De Saussure signing ‘W. G. De Saussure' below in faint pencil, adding the date ‘26 January 1870'. Shows original mailing folds with some splits thereto, with several seal stains, one faintly affecting De Saussure's signature, otherwise in very good condition overall.

Lot: 497 - SAMUEL BRECK

SAMUEL BRECK (1834 – 1918) Union brevet brigadier general who also served as Adjutant General of the Army from 1897 to 1898. D.S. 21pp. 8vo., New York City, July 23, 1895, a list of gunners and qualifications for the Department of the East. Fine.

Lot: 498 - SAMUEL P. SPEAR

(1815-1875) Union brevet brigadier general, led his men during the Second Battle of Ream's Station, Fair Oaks, Petersburg, and Five Forks. Spear was wounded at Five Forks resulting in his resignation. War-date partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., ‘Camp near Portsmouth', Nov. 18, 1863, a discharge certificate for Sergeant Hiram H. Hosler of the 11th Pennsylvania Cavalry, having served his full three-year term. Spear signs at the bottom right as Colonel of the 11th Pennsylvania Cavalry. Several tears along the folds, some of which have been repaired with tape.

Lot: 499 - SETH WILLIAMS

SETH WILLIAMS (1822-1866) Union brigadier general active at Gettysburg Petersburg and Atlanta and Adjutant General of the Army of the Potomac. War-date manuscript D.S. 1p. 4to., ‘Camp near Falmouth', Apr. 7, 1863, on Head-Quarters of the Army of the Potomac letterhead, ‘Special Orders No. 75' concerning the assignment of Major McGilveny to the command of the artillery at the Aquia Landing and Potomac railroad bridges. Interestingly, McGilveny helped set up an artillery defense at Gettysburg after the rout of Daniel Sickles' corps at Peach Orchard. Small hole at center affects but one word of text, otherwise very good.

Lot: 500 - SIDNEY D. JACKMAN

SIDNEY D. JACKMAN (1828 - 1886) Confederate brigadier general from Missouri, served in the Trans-Mississippi, mainly participating in guerrilla style tactics against Union targets. Jackman fought in the Battle of Westport, one of the war's cavalry battles. During the first day of the battle, he led the attack that routed the Federals from their initial position, and early on the second day, his brigade launched a successful attack directly on Westport. When the Confederate rear collapsed during his attack, he was ordered to halt and act as rear guard to fend off the Union pursuit. Very rare signature in black ink on a 3.25 x 2 in. card, adding his rank ‘Brigadier-General C. S. Army'. Slightly toned, with mounting remnants to the verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 501 - STEPHEN D. LEE

STEPHEN D. LEE (1833 - 1908) Confederate Lieutenant General who directed artillery at Second Bull Run and Antietam, later led a corps at Atlanta and in the Carolinas. Fine content A.L.S. ‘S. D. Lee', 1p. 4to., [Starkville, MS], June 9, 1893, as President of the Agricultural and Mechanical College, later Mississippi State University, to a Col. William Wilkes. In part: ‘...I do hope some plan will be devised to aid Mrs [Varina] Davis & Mrs Winnie [Varina Anne Davis] – I will be [?], & do all I can personally & officially. I recollect something about the Arkansas Lands, and the scheme of incorporation, but do not now recall why the scheme was abandoned. I recall our pleasant trip to Richmond and recall with great pleasure my jubilation at the quiet homage and affection shown the Remains of our beloved Ex President – no such journey ever occurred before in the history of the world.' He signs at the conclusion in violet ink. Shows folds overall, with faint toning to the edges and a chip to the left, edge, otherwise in very good condition. Lee undoubtedly refers to the campaign to re-inter Jefferson Davis, who was originally buried in New Orleans, in Richmond, at the request of Varina Davis. In May of 1893, Davis's remains traveled by train to Richmond, along the way stopping at various cities, receiving military honors and visits from governors, and the coffin was allowed to lie in state in three state capitols: Montgomery, Alabama; Atlanta, Georgia; and Raleigh, North Carolina.

Lot: 502 - THEODORE G. HUNT

THEODORE G. HUNT (1805 - 1893) Colonel of the 5th Louisiana Infantry in 1861-62 and later a brigadier general in the Louisiana militia. After New Orleans fell into Union hands, Hunt, who had opposed secession, resigned from the Confederate Army and became Adjutant General of Union Louisiana. Cut signature. Fine.

Lot: 503 - THOMAS J. WOOD

THOMAS J. WOOD (1823 - 1906) Union major general who fought at Chickamauga and with Sherman at Atlanta and Franklin. Two items: a war-date A.E.S. 1p. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], penned at the bottom of an extract of the minutes of a meeting of the General Officers of the Army of the Potomac citing the quality of Morris' book ‘Simplified Infantry Tactics'. Wood writes at the bottom of the second page: ‘Please send a copy of the work to me at Little Rock, Ark. Th: J. Wood, Major Genl Vols Bvt Brigr Gel U.S.A. & Col 2nd Comdg'. Very good. WITH: a signature adding rank on a small, lined sheet, taken from a larger document and mounted. Two pieces.

Lot: 504 - THOMAS JEFFERSON MCKEAN

THOMAS JEFFERSON MCKEAN (1810-1870) Union brigadier general who held a variety of positions during the war including a paymaster, a commander of cavalry, and a commandant of prisoner of war camps. Manuscript D.S., 1p. 7.5 x 6 in., [New Orleans] February, 1836, a pay requisition submitted to the New Orleans Canal and Banking Co. for McKean's pay as chief engineer for the month of January. He signs ‘Tho. McKean' in black ink at upper right. Toned overall, shows mounting remnants to the verso, else very good.

Lot: 505 - THOMAS L. CLINGMAN

THOMAS L. CLINGMAN (1812-1897) Confederate brigadier general who fought at Dewry's Bluff, Cold Harbor, and Bentonville. Also U.S. Congressman and Senator. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. oblong 12mo., Washington, Dec. 12, 1844, requesting 21 volumes of American State Papers from the House of Representatives. Fine.

Lot: 506 - THOMAS N. WAUL

THOMAS N. WAUL (1813 - 1908) Confederate brigadier general who surrendered to Union forces at Vicksburg, he later commanded a brigade under Walker in the Red River campaign. Partly-printed D.S. signed 'T. N. Waul', 1p. legal folio, Gonzalex Co., Texas, Dec. 13, 1867, a surety bond in the amount of $1,150 against a judgement concerning two bales of cotton, a carriage, two horses and a double harness. Folds, very good.

Lot: 507 - THOMAS O. SELFRIDGE, JR.

THOMAS O. SELFRIDGE, JR. (1836-1923) Briefly commander of USS MONITOR, the ironclad USS CAIRO and the gunboat USS CONESTOGA, also escaped from the Norfolk Navy Yard aboard the USS CUMBERLAND, and was aboard when that ship was sunk by the Confederate ironclad VIRGINIA. Good content and association war-date A.L.S., 1p. 4to., ‘Off Napoleon [LA]', Sep. 5, 1863, to U.S. Navy Rear Admiral DAVID DIXON PORTER (1813-1891), commander of the Mississippi Squadron. Selfridge writes from aboard the Conestoga, in full: ‘I forward you by mail a communication just received from Genl. [Nathaniel P.] Banks, which I have duly acknowledged. I informed the General that there were a sufficient force of gunboats in the vicinity of the Red river to neutralize any attempt of the enemy to impede navigation. I am at the present cruising by order of Capt. [Elias K.] Owen between this point and Catfish Pt. The supply of coal at White river being entirely exhausted, I took the responsibility to detain one of ‘Brown's' barges at that point.' He signs ‘Thos. O. Selfridge' at the conclusion in black ink, adding his rank ‘Lt. Commander'. Shows mailing folds, the remnants of a mounting strip on the verso at the left edge, and two small pencil notations, else very good to fine.

Lot: 508 - THOMAS W. SHERMAN

THOMAS W. SHERMAN (1813-1879) 'The other General Sherman', Union brigadier general, appointed to brevet major general in the last year of the war for his distinguished service while fighting in Port Royal, Corinth, and at Port Hudson, where a wound cost him his right leg. Bold signature ‘T. W. Sherman' in black ink on a 8 x 2 in. slip of paper cut from the conclusion on a letter, adding his brevet rank ‘Mah. Genl. U. S. A. Rtd.' Shows folds, with cello tape marks and mounting remnants at the left edge, and with an ink biographical inscription at bottom left, else very good to fine.

Lot: 509 - THOMAS WILLIAMS

(1806-1872) U.S. Congressman from Pennsylvania, one of the seven prosecutors during the Impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson. Black ink signature 'Tho. Williams' on a 5 x 2 in slip cut from another document. Fine condition.

Lot: 510 - U.S. NAVY FLAG OFFICERS (6)

U.S. NAVY FLAG OFFICERS (6) A fine lot of six items signed by U.S. Navy Rear Admirals and Commodores who gave notable service during the Civil War and other nineteenth-century conflicts. Includes: HENRY K. THATCHER (1806-1880) U.S. Navy rear admiral, commanded a squadron during the capture of Fort Fisher, and later commander of the Western Gulf Squadron, where he forced the final surrender of

Lot: 511 - U.S. NAVY FLAG OFFICERS (6)

U.S. NAVY FLAG OFFICERS (6) A fine lot of six items signed by U.S. Navy Rear Admirals and Commodores who gave notable service during the Civil War and other nineteenth-century conflicts. Includes: MELANCTON SMITH (1810-1893 )Union rear admiral, commanded the USS MASSACHUSETTS and on June 9, 1861, he captured the British blockade runner PERTHSHIRE. He took part in the battles for Forts Jackson

Lot: 512 - U.S. NAVY PAY RECEIPTS (48)

U.S. NAVY PAY RECEIPTS (48) A comprehensive lot of 48 partly-printed pay receipts, each approx. 8 x 3 in., issued to officers and men of all ranks and stations of the pre-Civil War U. S. Navy. All are dated between 1844 and 1860, and all are issued by pursers attached to the New York Navy Yard, with each receipt signed by its payee in black ink at lower right. The majority of the individuals represented would give their most important service during the Civil War. Notable signers include: Captain JAMES C. WILLIAMSON (1813-1871) of the gunboat USS FLAG; Captain AUGUSTUS S. BALDWIN (d. 1876) of the receiving ship USS VERMONT; Captain DOMINICK LYNCH III (1813-1884); Commander EDWARD E. STONE of the monitor USS MONTAUK; Commander HENRY N. T. ARNOLD; Commander WILLIAM C. WEST; and CHARLES S. STEWART (1795-1870), chaplain of the USS VINCENNES during her circumnavigation of the world as part of the United States Exploring Expedition. The majority of the receipts are accompanied by extracts from the General Navy Register, identifying their signers. The majority are slightly ragged at the edges where removed from larger sheets, else very good to fine. Should be seen. 48 pieces.

Lot: 513 - UNION ADMIRALS (3)

UNION ADMIRALS (3) A good lot of three items: an A.L.S. of WINFIELD SCOTT SCHLEY, 1p. 8vo., Tompkinsville, NY, Nov. 24, 1899, to a J. E. Kelley in New York, regarding his inability to give ‘more sittings'. Offsetting throughout. WITH: DAVID D. PORTER, A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Washington, Jan. 11, [n.y.], to Capt. Walker, requesting a report. Badly chipped at top edge, with a color portrait affixed at top left. TOGETHER WITH: a partly-printed L.S. by THORNTON A. JENKINS, 1p. 4to., Aug. 3, 1867, on Navy Department letterhead to acting assistant engineer Arthur M. Clements instructing him to report to Commander FRANCIS ASBURY ROE. Countersigned by WILLIAM RADFORD and FRANCIS ASBURY ROE, as well as two others. Folds, else very good. Offered with two handsome collage engravings of Union admirals, ideal for framing!

Lot: 514 - UNION ADMIRALS AND LEADERS (8)

UNION ADMIRALS AND LEADERS (8) A fine group of eight partly-printed checks signed by prominent Union Navy personnel of the Civil War. The checks are sized approx. 8 x 2.75 in. and span the years 1844-1902. Signatories include: JAMES WILSON KING, ISAAC D. FREEMAN, HENRY EAGLE, HENRY ERBEN, JOHN DE CAMP, ARENT S. CROWNINSHIELD, THOMAS T. CRAVEN, JOSEPH LANMAN and J. BLAKELEY CREIGHTON. Condition overall very good. Eight pieces.

Lot: 515 - UNION ADMIRALS AND OTHER NAVAL LEADERS (10)

UNION ADMIRALS AND OTHER NAVAL LEADERS (10) A great lot of signatures of prominent players in the Union Navy, in various formats (noted). Includes: HENRY K. HOFF (signature adding rank on small card); JAMES ALDEN (signature adding rank on small card); JOHN JAY ALMY (signature and sentiment on correspondence card); GEORGE S. BLAKE (signature taken from a letter); KIDDER BREESE (signature on small card); SYLVANIUS W. GODON (signature on card); ALEXANDER M. PENNOCK (signature on a small sheet); W. LITTLEFIELD (war-date A.L.S. regarding legal matters); WILLIAM S. ROY (signature taken from letter on small sheet), and EDWIN C. PENDLETON (signature on card, heavily toned). Ten pieces. Condition overall very good, should be seen.

Lot: 516 - UNION BREVET BRIGADIER GENERALS (4)

Lot of four signed items by Union brevet brigadier generals, in various formats. Signers include: EDWARD W. SMITH (war-date special order, ordering a ‘military commission'), JOHN TILLSON (D.S.), JAMES TOTTEN (pay receipt), and CHARLES THOMAS (A.L.S., discussing a monetary account); WITH: war-date cut signature of an unidentified brevet brigadier general of the 48th U.S. Infantry. Five pieces, overall very good.

Lot: 517 - UNION BREVET BRIGADIER GENERALS (6)

UNION BREVET BRIGADIER GENERALS (6) A fine collection of six Union brevet brigadier generals' signatures in various formats. Includes: WILLIAM MYERS (1830-1887) A.L.S. sending receipts for quartermasters' property, WILLIAM A. NICHOLS (1818-1869) two partly-printed D.S.s giving orders to quartermasters and a court-martial for William T. Smithson for ‘Holding correspondence with the enemy', JOHN W. NOBLE (1831-1912) signed card, JOAB N. PATTERSON (1835-1923) A.L.S. ‘J. N. Patterson' congratulating a general for a reunion, HENRY W. PERKINS (1834-1890) war-date partly-printed D.S., a receipt for corn and other supplies, and WILLARD B. PIERCE (?-?) war-date partly-printed D.S. requesting supplies including paper and official envelopes. Very good to fine.

Lot: 518 - UNION GENERALS (3)

UNION GENERALS (3) Good lot of three items signed by Union generals, includes: ROBERT COWDIN (1805-1874), Union brigadier general who fought at Bull Run, Fair Oaks, and Malvern Hill. A.E.S. on a war-date manuscript document, 1p. oblong 8vo., [n.p.], Dec. 15, 1862, a pass allowing a corporal and a private of 40th Massachusetts Volunteers to travel to Washington, signed at the conclusion by the regiment's commanding colonel, BURR BALDWIN PORTER (1829-1870). Cowdin signs diagonally in black ink at left, adding ‘Approved' and his rank ‘Brig Genl'. Shows expected folds and minor stains, else very good. WITH: GILES A. SMITH (1829-1876), Union brigadier general who commanded a brigade at Chickasaw Bluffs, Chattanooga and Missionary Ridge where he was severely wounded. Later he joined in Sherman's March to the Sea. Signature in black ink on a 4.75 x 1.75 in. slip of paper cur from a larger document, adding his rank ‘Maj Gen USV'. Mounted to a card with a partial biographical extract, presumably that of Smith, pasted to the verso, also shows a small pencil notation to the recto, else very good. WITH: CLAYTON POWELL (1833-1914), Union brigadier general who, as post-war governor of Arkansas, enacted martial law to curtail Ku Klux Klan violence. Bold signature in black ink on a 6.5 x 2.5 in. slip pf paper cut from an album page, adding ‘Arkansas'. Shows a pencil biographical inscription beneath the signature, with slight toning to the edges and archival tape mounting remnants to the verso, else very good. Three pieces.

Lot: 519 - UNION GENERALS (5)

UNION GENERALS (5) Good lot of five items signed by notable Union generals, includes: JOHN M. CORSE (1835-1893), Union brigadier general who was wounded at Missionary Ridge. He also fought with Sherman in the March to the Sea and in the Carolinas. Bold signature ‘Jno. M. Corse' in black ink on a 3.75 x 2.25 in. card, adding his rank ‘Bvt. Maj Genl U. S. V.' Affixed to a slighlty larger card, with a pencil identifying inscription along the bottom, else very good. WITH: SILAS CASEY (1807-1882), Union major general and author of infantry tactics widely used by both sides in the conflict. Signature in black ink on a 1.25 x 5 in. slip of paper, adding his rank ‘Maj. Gen'. Affixed to a backing sheet, very good. Sold with a period frontispiece engraving of Casey, suitable for framing. WITH: JACOB D. COX (1828-1900), U.S. Army major general, de facto commander of Ambrose Burnside's IX Corps at the Battle of Antietam. Bold signature ‘J. D. Cox' in black ink on a 3.5 x 2 in. card. Very lightly toned at the edges, with archival tape residue to the verso, else very good to fine. Sold with a period frontispiece engraving of Cox, suitable for framing. WITH: JOHN P. COOK (1825-1910), Illinois politician and Union a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He served in the Western Theater and played a prominent role in securing the Union victory at the Battle of Fort Donelson, helping to force the surrender of the defenders. Bold signature in black ink on a trimmed 3.25 x 1.75 in. card, adding his rank ‘Brig. General of Illinois'. Very faintly toned, shows archival tape residue to the verso, else very good. WITH: WILLIAM T. CLARK (1831-1905), Union brigadier general renowned for his duties as an adjutant during the Siege of Vicksburg and the Atlanta Campaign. Later a U.S. Congressman. Bold signature ‘Wm. T. Clark' in black ink on a close-cut 3 x 1.5 in. slip of paper cut from a document. Toned overall, pasted to a backing sheet, else very good. Five pieces.

Lot: 520 - UNION NAVAL COMMANDERS (3)

Good lot of three items signed by notable U.S. Navy commanders of the Civil War. Includes: CHARLES H.B. CALDWELL (1823-1877) Navy Commodore who, as commander of the gunboat ITASCA, cleared obstacles blocking the river before Forts Jackson and St. Philip, thus allowing Farragut's fleet to proceed up the Mississippi and capture New Orleans. Later commanded the ironclad ESSEX and the gunboat GLAUCUS. A.L.S. as Chief of Staff of the North Atlantic Fleet, 3pp. folio, aboard USS SEVERN at Samana, Dec. 27, 1870, to Rear Admiral S.P. Lee, Commander in Chief of the North Atlantic Fleet. Caldwell gives a detailed report on the establishment of a coal depot at Samana. He signs at the conclusion in black ink. Bears a lengthy docket on the verso, with original folds and slight toning and foxing, else very good. WITH: J. BLAKELEY CREIGHTON (1822-1883) Navy admiral, commander of the gunboat MAHASKA of the South Atlantic Blockading Squadron, which participated in attacks of Forts Wagner, Sumter and Gregg. Manuscript L.S., 1p. 4to., Villefranche, Nov. 10, 1871, noting receipt of personal effects belonging to Rear Admiral C.S. Boggs and signed in black ink. The signature shows some brushing, with original folds, else very good. WITH: AARON K. HUGHES (1822-1906) Commander of the gunboat MOHAWK, which saw extensive service with the South Atlantic Blockading Fleet. Good content Manuscript L.S. 'A.K. Hughes', 1p. 4to., 'U.S. Iron Clads', New Orleans, Sep. 13, 1870, to Commodore J.F. Green, in small part: 'In consequence of Yellow Fever having made its appearance in this city, I have... directed Lieut. Wm. B. Newman... to proceed without delay in the USS 'Pilgrim' under his command to Key West... to report to the Commander-in-Chief of the N.A. Fleet...' Hughes signs at the conclusion in black ink. Mounting strip to the left side of verso, slight loss at top left corner, else very good. Three pieces.

Lot: 521 - WILLIAM B. BATE

WILLIAM B. BATE (1826-1905) Confederate major general, later Governor of Tennessee and a senator. He fought in multiple engagements throughout the war, was wounded three times, and had six horses shot out from under him. A.L.S. ‘W. B. Bate' in dark pencil on the verso of a T.L.S. of Brigadier General and polar explorer ADOLPHUS W. GREELY addressed to Bate, 1p. 4to., Washington, Apr. 22, 1899. On letterhead of the Signal Office, Greely recommends ‘…Captain Yancey's retention as 2nd Lieutenant in place of one of the officers of the volunteer signal corps…I am having embarrassment of a peculiar character in connection with the volunteer officers in-as-much as seven of the twenty-nine appointments have declined further service…'. Bate forwards the letter to Capt Yancey, adding: ‘I think the admin has parties who have political ‘pulls' staked out for all such vacancies. I write to Genl. Greely, however, to secure a place if possible…'. Fine condition.

Lot: 522 - WILLIAM B. CAMPBELL

WILLIAM B. CAMPBELL (1807 - 1867) Brigadier general who chaired a convention of Tennessee Unionists that mapped out a plan to bring the state back into the Union. Partly-printed D.S. ‘W B Campbell' as prewar governor of Tennessee, 1p. folio, Nashville, Feb. 10, 1853, a land grant for a parcel of land on Cumberland Mountain in White County, Tennessee, to a John Seals. Campbell signs boldly in black ink at the conclusion. Inscribe as recorded on the verso, with two punch-canceled areas to the center, and with splits to the folds, some repaired on the verso with cello tape, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 523 - WILLIAM D. WHIPPLE

WILLIAM D. WHIPPLE (1826 - 1902) Union brigadier general and Chief of Staff of George H. Thomas at Chattanooga and Atlanta. Three Special Orders individually signed. Includes: a war-date manuscript D.S. 1p. 4to., ‘Head Quarters Dept. of Va. etc.' Fort Monroe, Sept. 28, 1861, titled ‘Special Orders No. 56, and reading, in part: ‘…Capt. Leon Barward late of the 1st Regiment New York Volunteers having been appointed Captain in the 9th Regiment New York Vols…will repair to Newport News…'. Toned, weakened folds. WITH: two post-war printed Special Orders, 1p. 4to. each, the first Sept. 16, 1871, regarding a leave of absence, and the second Oct. 30, 1871, extending a leave, both very good. Three pieces.

Lot: 524 - WILLIAM E. LE ROY

(1818 – 1888) Union rear admiral who commanded the USS Keystone State and the USS Oneida during the Civil War. Personally accepted the surrender of the Confederate States Navy ironclad CSS Tennessee. A.E.S. on the verso of an A.L.S. on Bureau of Navigation letterhead, 1p. 4to., Washington, July 3, 1876, in which the chief of the bureau directs Lt. J.A. Chesley to ‘Report to Rear Admiral Le Roy, for the command of the USS Steamer Manhattan.' Le Roy signs on the verso stating Chesley reported on July 7, 1876. Minor tears along the mailing folds, foxing to the left margin and some light spotting throughout. All text remains clear, and Le Roy's signature is unaffected.

Lot: 525 - WILLIAM GASTON LEWIS

WILLIAM GASTON LEWIS (1835 - 1901) Confederate brigadier general, fought with the 33rd North Carolina Infantry at the Seven Days Battle and the Battle of Malvern Hill, at New Bern and Kinston. In the spring of 1863, his regiment returned to Virginia and he took part in the Gettysburg Campaign with the 43rd North Carolina Infantry. He led Hoke's brigade at the Battle of Cold Harbor and was promoted to brigadier general following the battle. Rare signature ‘Wm Gaston Lewis' in black ink on an 8vo. sheet of paper, adding ‘Chapel Hill N. C.' and the biographical inscriptions ‘Born Sept 3rd 1835' and ‘Civil Engineer'. Shows some foxing overall, with archival tape mounting remnants to the verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 526 - WILLIAM H FRENCH AND DON CARLOS BUELL

WILLIAM H FRENCH AND DON CARLOS BUELL WILLIAM H. FRENCH (1815-1881) Union brigadier general, he rose to temporarily command a corps within the Army of the Potomac, which he commanded at Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg. He was relieved of active field duty following poor performance by his command during the Mine Run Campaign in late 1863. Manuscript L.S., 1p. 4to., war date, Fredericksburg, Dec 6, 1862. In part ‘…We, the undersigned Commissioned officers of 66th Reg, N.Y. Vols do respectfully solicit that Captain John Dopper [?] of the 66th Reg. N.Y. Vols at present nominally acting as Lieut. Colonel, be commissioned to fill one of the positions in the Field, now become vacant through the resignation of our late worthy Colonel Joseph. H. Pinckney…' A.E.S. on verso by DON CARLOS BUELL (1818-1898), a brigadier general who led Union armies in two great Civil War battles—Shiloh and Perryville. Some clean splits not affecting the signatures, otherwise very good.

Lot: 527 - WILLIAM H. KEIM

WILLIAM H. KEIM (1813-1862) Union major general of Pennsylvania volunteers and Pennsylvania congressman, died of ‘camp fever' (likely typhus). Rare signature ‘W. H. Keim' in black ink on a 4.25 x 1.5 in. slip of paper cut from the conclusion of a letter or document, adding his rank ‘Major General Commanding'. Shows folds, with slight toning to the edges and mounting remnants on the verso, else very good.

Lot: 528 - WILLIAM H. TRESCOT

WILLIAM H. TRESCOT (1822–1898) Charleston lawyer, historian, and diplomat. He opposed the reinforcement of Fort Sumter, and used his influence to prevent any attack on the fort by South Carolina before the meeting of the state's convention was called to consider the question of secession. Trescot played a leading role in the negotiations surrounding the surrender of Fort Sumter. War-date A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., 'Newbery [?]', Mar. 25, 1865, in pencil to his uncle. In part: '...The Governor leaves here tomorrow for Columbia...'. He asks for news of his father, adding: '...I return tomorrow. It is very late...I hear you have escaped the horrors of Sherman's March. We have no mails...'. Toned at left margin, the text a bit indistinct, still very good.

Lot: 529 - WILLIAM P. LYON

WILLIAM P. LYON (1822-1913) Union brevet brigadier general who led the 13th Wisconsin Vols., later a prominent Wisconsin Supreme Court justice. Partly-printed war-date D.S. 1p. extreme oblong folio (39.5 x 10.5 in.), Nashville, Jan. 19. 1865, a muster-out document for Captain Edward W. Blake. Expected folds, overall very good.

Lot: 530 - WILLIAM P. SHINGLER

WILLIAM P. SHINGLER (1827 - 1869) Confederate colonel from Charleston who signed South Carolina's Ordinance of Secession. He raised the 7th S.C. Cavalry and served on the staffs of Robert E. Lee and Bernard Bee. He was slated for promotion to brigadier general, but resigned his commission before he could be confirmed over disagreements with Jefferson Davis. Scarce autograph D.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., Charleston, Jan. 11, 1851, prepared by Shingler for his brother James S. Shingler, Sheriff of Charleston, certifying that the sheriff's office has no record of any unsatisfied executions against an Edmond Rhett. He signs ‘W. P. Shingler' at the conclusion in black ink, executing his surname a second time in recording his brother's name. Shows folds, with some small tears to the edges and damp stains overall, otherwise in very good condition.

Lot: 531 - WILLIAM SPRAGUE

WILLIAM SPRAGUE (1830-1915) Governor of Rhode Island and later U.S Senator who participated in the First Battle of Bull Run while a sitting Governor. Signed card, ‘Wm. Sprague'. Fine. SOLD WITH: a carte de visite of Sprague by Brady.

Lot: 532 - WILLIAM W. HARLLEE

WILLIAM W. HARLLEE (1812-1897) Confederate colonel of Harllee's Legion and lieutenant governor of South Carolina. A.N.S. 1p. oblong 24mo., [n.p.], June 23, 1855, a receipt for medical care. Fine.

Lot: 533 - WILLIAM WELLS

WILLIAM WELLS (1837-1892) Union brigadier general, a brilliant cavalry leader who fought with distinction at Gettysburg on the third day, and repulsed Stuart's cavalry at the Battle of Hanover. Wells was awarded the Medal of Honor as well. Scarce signature adding rank, penned on a small card and mounted. Light staining, else very good.

Lot: 534 - WILMOT G. DE SAUSSURE

WILMOT G. DE SAUSSURE (1822-1886) Confederate brigadier general, present during the shelling of Fort Sumter, helped defend against the forces of William T. Sherman during his Carolinas Campaign. Partly-printed D.S. 4pp. 4to., Charleston, Aug. 24, 1872, a court summons with De Saussure acting as the attorney for the plaintiff, signed by him five times. Fine.

Lot: 535 - (UNION NAVY) ‘POWDER MONKEY’ WRITES TO HIS FATHER: ‘THE BOAT I AM ON HAS BEEN IN SIX BATTLES AND HAS NOT HAD BUT ONE MAN KILLED’

(UNION NAVY) ‘POWDER MONKEY' WRITES TO HIS FATHER: ‘THE BOAT I AM ON HAS BEEN IN SIX BATTLES AND HAS NOT HAD BUT ONE MAN KILLED' Fine content letter, 3pp. 8vo., [James River], Aug. 17, 1862, from young Union Navy sailor Frederic Sherman to his father. Writing aboard his ship, the armed ferry USS MORSE, Sherman describes his ship's recent actions, in full: ‘I thouth i would write and tell you that i was well and arrived hear safe. I had a beautiful ride the citys aint half so handsome as i thouth thay was. I had to stop hear and go on deck to go to my place at the gun we went down the river to care the male and we wear afraid that the rebbles would fire on us they have four or five times. My station at the gun is powder man and than i am the side boy that is to wate on the captain when he gets in the goat he has to go from one goat to another about 5 -6- times a day. I thought i would write now because they say they aint a going to send any more letters because they are going to attact fort Darling and then ond to Richmond. I dont know anything more to write I have had a very good time so far the boat i am in is going with the others to fight sooner the better. I have read enought about fighting now I am going to see it. I want you to send me a paper or a book. Billy Whall and I are on the same boat and another Watertown boy his name is McCabe he went to school with me. The boat i am on has been in six battles and has not had but one man killed. They make a real pet of me hear i don't know of anything els to write so i will have to stop something els i have four hours sleep one night and eight hours the next, we have to be on the watch night we take turns. I came away sooner than i expected. Your son Frederic Sherman Direct your letter Frederic Sherman U S Steamer Morse Jamestown I cant stop to write anymore they wont me on deck excuse my writing i had to borrow the things goodbye [all sic]'. Shows original mailing folds, with a collector's pencil inscription on the verso, otherwise in fine condition.

Lot: 536 - (UNION NAVY) UNITED STATES SEAMAN’S PROTECTION CERTIFICATE

(UNION NAVY) UNITED STATES SEAMAN'S PROTECTION CERTIFICATE An interesting Civil War-era partly printed document, 1p. 4to., New Bedford, Aug. 14, 1865, issued by the State of Massachusetts, a seaman's protection certificate provided to Samuel N. Wentworth of Portland, Maine as proof of his American citizenship under the ‘Act for the Relief and Protection of American Seamen', passed in 1796 to guard against the British practice of impressment, or the seizing of men and sailors for service in the Royal Navy. Because of the ease by which one could acquire a certificate, these certificates were sometimes disregarded by the British as invalid. Any sailor believed by a Royal Navy officer, when boarding an American merchant ship, to be British could be taken, resulting in the impressment of American and other foreign citizens into the Royal Navy. The frequency of these occurrences increased in the early 19th century as Great Britain, embroiled in a decades-long war against France, became increasingly desperate for able-bodied seamen to man its ships. The considerable tension caused by this practice played a key role in the United States' decision to declare war against Britain in June of 1812. The certificate presented here shows notable paper loss at the corners and edges, with horizontal splits and a 3 in. tear repaired on the verso with tape, still in good condition overall.

Lot: 537 - (UNION NAVY) USS WACHUSETT ACTING MASTER WRITES HIS ATTORNEY

(UNION NAVY) USS WACHUSETT ACTING MASTER WRITES HIS ATTORNEY An interesting pair of war-date letters from PHINEAS LEACH (1807-1892) as Acting Master of the steam sloop USS WACHUSETT, both to his attorney, an Allen Danforth of Plymouth, Massachusetts. The first, 1p. 8vo., Hampton Roads, March 31, 1862, alludes to the ship's imminent deployment in support of McClellan's Peninsula Campaign, in full: ‘I was unable to do as I expected & told you I should before I left Boston. My expenses in fitting out were more than I anticipated. I wish it were otherwise. We are now about entering upon an important Expedition of which this Ship commands – should I fall the liability above alluded to will be paid. It is unnecessary for me to enter into particulars, & should I survive it will be attended to as soon as I am able. I can do no more. It is only a question of time for which I ask indulgence.' Leach signs at the conclusion in black ink. Leach follows up in his second letter, 2pp. 8vo., Plymouth, Sep. 29, 1862, in part: ‘Yours addressed to me on board the ‘Wachusett' at Washington has been received… I shall send you the Extra interest as soon as my acc't is rec'd… to the [receiving ship USS] North Carolina, to which Ship I am now attached to & shall remain... some weeks & shall return to Plym again before going to sea… There is no doubt I think but I shall remain in the Navy, & without entering into particulars will say the recent change is satisfactory…' Leach again signs at the conclusion. Both letters show original mailing folds and are faintly toned, with the earlier example showing archival tape marks to the verso, else very good. Two pieces. Around the time of Leach's second letter, the Wachusett was made flagship of Commodore Charles Wilkes' ‘Flying Squadron', established to hunt for the Confederate raiders CSS ALABAMA and CSS FLORIDA. Although this search was a failure, the ship captured several blockade runners. After refit, Wachusett put to sea again at the beginning of 1864, cruising the South American coast in search of the raiders. Finally, in October of 1864, she located the Florida in the Brazilian port of Bahia. Her commander, Napoleon Collins, dared the raider to exit the port to engage in combat, but her commander declined. Collins, violating Brazilian neutrality, rammed the Florida and forced her surrender, towing her prize out of the harbor under fire from Brazilian forts.

Lot: 538 - 8TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRYMEN SHOOT EACH OTHER

8TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRYMEN SHOOT EACH OTHER Frightful content Union soldier's letter, 4pp. 8vo., 'Camp of the 8th Pa. Cavalry', Lynchburg, July 27, 1865. A soldier's whose name is illegible writes a lady friend: '...expect to leave for home in the morning...from here to Richmond, turn on horses, then to Harrisburg via Fortress Monroe, & Washington...Last night two of our boys were shot...appears that one of the 16th Pa. Cav. had a fight with two of our boys and the one of the 16th shot the other two. One died in short time the other cannot live through out the day. Thus two young men who have risked their lives for 4 long years in defense of their Country had to be murdered by our own just as we were about ready to return home...' Very good.

Lot: 539 - CONFEDERATE CAVALRY REQUISITION ORDER

CONFEDERATE CAVALRY REQUISITION ORDER Rare partly-printed war-date D.S. 2pp. 4to., ‘Fitz Lee's Cavalry Division', [n.p., n.d.], a requisition for a horse for Private John W. Furr of Co. A, 6th Va. Cavalry, due to his: ‘…being dismounted by hard service and strick [sic] attention to his duties…'. Approved by BOWLES E. ARMISTEAD, First Lieutenant Co. A., and additionally signed by three members of the board of examiners, all captains in the 6th, at the headquarters of the ‘Lomax Cavalry Brigade'. Armistead (1838-1916) was the brother of noted brigadier general Lewis Armistead and was wounded in action three times at Cold Harbor, Fishersville and Five Forks. Printed on brown Confederate 'adversity' letterhead and in a somewhat fragile state, with archival tape repairs to the verso and a bit of wear to the right edge, still very good

Lot: 540 - DISCHARGE OF A 13th MASSACHUSETS INFANTRY SOLDIER

DISCHARGE OF A 13th MASSACHUSETS INFANTRY SOLDIER Partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Winchester, VA, June 21, 1862, discharging Hazel K. Huntington on the basis of ‘…diabetes and chronic rheumatism…'. Very good.

Lot: 541 - DISCHARGE OF A 44TH IOWA INFANTRY SOLDIER

DISCHARGE OF A 44TH IOWA INFANTRY SOLDIER Partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Davenport, Sept. 15, 1864, a discharge of Private Peter Feikert by reason of ‘…expiration of terms of service…'. Signed by mustering officer Alexander Chambers, Capt. 18th Infantry. Weakened folds reinforced with archival tape on verso, small hole at center, otherwise very good.

Lot: 542 - FURLOUGH PASS FOR PAROLED CONFEDERATE PRISONERS

FURLOUGH PASS FOR PAROLED CONFEDERATE PRISONERS An interesting and scarce printed D.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., Richmond, [n.d.], ‘Special Orders' from the Head Quarters of the Department of Richmond, an unissued pass allowing paroled Confederate soldiers furlough. In full: ‘In obedience ton instructions from the Secretary of War, the following named men (paroled prisoners) are granted furloughs for [blank] days, (unless sooner exchanged,) at the expiration of which time they will, if exchanged, rejoin their respective commands; otherwise they will report, in person, at the Camp of Paroled Prisoners, Richmond, Virginia, or Camp of Instruction at Macon, Georgia, as may be nearest their commands. Not to go west of the Mississippi River. Quartermaster will furnish transportation.' Although otherwise uninscribed, the pass is signed at the conclusion by Maj. THEODORE O. CHESTNEY (1837-1925) as assistant adjutant general to Lt. Gen. Rishard S. Ewell. Shows damp stains overall, with chips to the edges an a small hole at upper left, and with a horizontal fold, in good condition overall.

Lot: 543 - ORDNANCE FOR THE 5TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES

ORDNANCE FOR THE 5TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES Partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Mar. 2, 1962, an invoice for ordnance and ordnance stores including muskets, bayonets, cartridge boxes and so forth issued to Co. D, 5th Penn. Reserves. Very good.

Lot: 544 - SENDING CAMP EQUIPMENT TO MORRIS ISLAND

SENDING CAMP EQUIPMENT TO MORRIS ISLAND War-date manuscript D.S. 1p. 4to., Head Quarters Quartermaster's Department, Charleston, March 17, 1861, forwarding mess pans, coffee pots and other camp equipage to Morris Island. Light offsetting at bottom margin, otherwise very good.

Lot: 545 - SENDING PAROLED P.O.W.S TO ANNAPOLIS

SENDING PAROLED P.O.W.S TO ANNAPOLIS A pair of documents relative to the transfer of two paroled prisoners of war of the 1st Maryland Vols. to Annapolis: the first a partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Baltimore, Oct. 1, 1862, titled ‘Special Orders No. 111' and sent on behalf of Gen. John Wool transferring the prisoners to Annapolis ‘without delay'. The second is an A.L.S. of the Marshal of Police, 1p. 8vo., Baltimore, Oct. 2, 1862, confirming the transfer. Two pieces, very good.

Lot: 546 - SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR APPLICATIONS FOR VIRGINIA SOLDIERS (6)

SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR APPLICATIONS FOR VIRGINIA SOLDIERS (6) Fine lot of six partly-printed D.S.'s, each 1p. 4to., dated between 1905 and 1913, each an application for the Southern (or Confederate) Cross of Honor, a commemorative medal established in 1899 by the United Daughters of the Confederacy to honor Southern veterans. Each application form is signed by the enlisted soldier requesting the honor, and lists their dates of service, all in Virginia cavalry of infantry regiments. The signing soldiers include: JOHN P. SELLMAN, who belonged to J. E. B. Stuart's 1st Virginia Cavalry from July 1861 to April 1865, when he was ‘...honorably discharged from service by the surrender of General R. R. Lee at Appomattox Court House, Va…'; GEORGE R. RICE, who served with the 2nd Virginia Cavalry under Jubal Early; CHARLES R. PRICE, who served in the 17th Virginia Infantry and was a POW at Sailor's Creek, Virginia near the war's end; JACOB S. BARNES, who served for one year with the 13th Virginia Infantry and three years with the 7th Virginia Cavalry, commanded by Col. Turner Ashby and assigned to Jackson's Valley District; BENJAMIN B. SPICER, also of the 7th Virginia Cavalry; and FRANCIS STEER, of the 46th Virginia Cavalry Battalion under Henry A. Wise's brigade. All but Spicer's application are endorsed by other United Confederate Veteran's members, and all but Spicer's and Price's are signed as approved by a camp commander below. All are in very good condition. Worthy of further research!

Lot: 547 - SOUTHERNER’S CIVIL WAR LETTER: ‘THE BLOCKADE IS RAISED BUT YOU CAN’T GET ANYTHING’

SOUTHERNER'S CIVIL WAR LETTER: ‘THE BLOCKADE IS RAISED BUT YOU CAN'T GET ANYTHING' War-date letter, 4pp. 12mo., ‘Pine Forest Jones Co N Ca[rolina]', March 7, 1864, from a Claudia Fey to her grandmother. Contains interesting information on the state of the Confederate home front in the latter part of the war, in part: ‘...The blockade is raised but you can't get anything without you go yourself and then they will not let you go any farther than the picket…' The writing is faint, and the letter shows some stains at top right, else very good.

Lot: 548 - TWO DISCHARGES FOR THE SAME SOLDIER

TWO DISCHARGES FOR THE SAME SOLDIER Two war-date partly-printed Ds.S. 2pp. 4to., being discharges for William J. Conant (1843-1915) of Vermont. The first discharge from the 2nd Vermont Infantry was issued at Mount Pleasant, June 12, 1862, for ‘General Debility'. The second discharge was issued by the 1st Vermont Cavalry from Burlington, June 21, 1865 as he was mustered out of service. Both are lightly toned and stained, otherwise very good.

Lot: 549 - UNION SOLDIER DESCRIBES THE BATTERIES ON MORRIS ISLAND

UNION SOLDIER DESCRIBES THE BATTERIES ON MORRIS ISLAND Union soldier's letter, 4pp. 8vo., Follie Island, June 22, 1863, from Sgt. CALVIN SHEDD (1826-1891), who served with the 7th New Hampshire Infantry until his discharge in December 1863. In part: ‘…The right wing of the 7th went on fatigue building Batteries right in place of Ft. Sumter 5 miles away. I have seen the only church steeple left standing in Charleston, this from a boat as I was going to the landing. We have got a very high look out – I have not been up it yet but shall soon, on that we can see right into the streets of the famed city we hope to visit sometime or other…I think by the look of things that the Genl is going to try & work us up to the city…' Some folds, otherwise fine. With the original transmittal cover.

Lot: 550 - (ELMER E. ELLSWORTH)

(ELMER E. ELLSWORTH) (1837 - 1861) Union officer and a close friend of Lincoln, leader of 'Ellsworth's Zouaves' who was killed by a hotel owner in Alexandria after tearing down a Confederate flag which had flown above the hotel, making him the first Union casualty of the war. Carte de visite photograph with signature in the plate, 3.75 x 2.5 in., depicting Ellsworth in uniform. Lightly stained and toned, otherwise very good.

Lot: 551 - (UNION NAVY) DAVID D. PORTER ORDERS A SUBSCRIPTION TO HONOR JOSEPH BAILEY, HERO OF THE RED RIVER CAMPAIGN

(UNION NAVY) DAVID D. PORTER ORDERS A SUBSCRIPTION TO HONOR JOSEPH BAILEY, HERO OF THE RED RIVER CAMPAIGN A very interesting war-date broadside, 1p. 4to., Mound City, IL, May 30, 1864, ‘General Order No. 207', issued by U.S. Navy rear admiral DAVID D. PORTER (1813-1891) to his U.S. Mississippi Squadron from aboard his flagship USS BLACK HAWK. In full: ‘A subscription was started for the purpose of raising a fund sufficient to testify to Col. [Joseph] Bailey, of the 19th Army Corps, the high appreciation felt by the Mississippi Squadron of the service rendered by him in getting the Squadron, up Red River, over the falls. All persons having subscribed, or desirous to subscribe, will hand in through their Paymasters the amount subscribed, and all Paymasters are directed to send the amounts to Paymaster C. H. Kirkendall, of this vessel, who will receipt for the same'. The order shows folds overall, with a chip to the top edge and some blue ink stains to the verso, otherwise in very good condition. JOSEPH BAILEY (1825-1867) was a U.S. Army engineer serving under Gen. Nathaniel Banks during the Red River Campaign, an abortive joint operation between Army and Navy forces to capture Shreveport and cut off Confederate forces in Louisiana and Arkansas. After Banks' defeat at the Battle of Mansfield, his corps retreated to join Porter's Mississippi Squadron at Alexandria, where they were trapped by dangerously low water levels. Bailey proposed building a wing dam to raise the level of the river. When the water level was high enough, Bailey would blow up the dam, and the ensuing rush of water would carry the squadron over the falls. 10,000 troops labored for ten days to construct the dam, which was opened on May 10, 1864, and the combined Union force of 30,000 men rode safely over the falls, with the gunboat USS LEXINGTON leading the way. Bailey in turn received the Thanks of Congress, one of only fifteen army officers so honored during the war, and the only one not in command of an army or a corps.

Lot: 552 - ‘HARPER’S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE’ COLLECTION (6)

‘HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE' COLLECTION (6) A wonderful collection of six volumes of the rarely seen ‘Harper's New Monthly Magazine' (New York: Harper and Brothers), 1850-1873, varying pages, each 4to. with black textured covers and leather spines. Publications include: ‘Volume I', June to November, 1850; ‘Volume VIII', December, 1853 to May, 1854; ‘Volume XXXI', June to November, 1865; ‘Volume XLI', June to November 1870; ‘Volume XLIII', June to November 1871; and ‘Volume XLVII', June to November 1873. Content within include narratives on fighting in Charleston, Jefferson Davis, Ulysses S. Grant, Abraham Lincoln, Philip Sheridan, Lovell Rousseau, Joseph Hooker, the pursuit and capture of brigadier general John Hunt Morgan, William T. Sherman and his ‘March to the Sea', prison life under the Confederacy, and other general entertainment pieces on notables of the time such as Jane Austen and Jenny Lind. The publications contain several wonderful illustrations throughout by noted artists of the time. Age-appropriate wear to the covers, though the pages remain in excellent condition.

Lot: 553 - MANIFEST FOR CSA GUNBOAT ‘DIANA’

Partly-printed D.S. 1p. tall legal folio, Houston, Mar. 29, 1859, a bill of lading for the steamer ‘DIANA', which includes gin, textiles, powder, tobacco, foodstuffs, casks, crates, and so forth. Toned folds, else very good. USS DIANA, a 239-ton gunboat, would be used by the Confederacy at the start of the war, but captured by the Union Navy in April 1862 and thence employed as a transport on interior waters. She was ironically recaptured by the CSA on March 28, 1863 only to be destroyed by Federal forces one week later.

Lot: 554 - (JOHN A. WINSLOW)

(JOHN A. WINSLOW) (1811 - 1873) Union naval officer and captain of the 'Kearsarge', he was active against Confederate blockade runners, most notably in his battle against Raphael Semmes' 'Alabama'. Cabinet photo, 3.75 x 5.5, sepia, chest up seated pose in uniform, published by Handy: Washington D.C., mounted, identified on the verso. Slightly worn, chip to image, else fine.

Lot: 555 - CIVIL WAR OFFICERS' PHOTOGRAPH

CIVIL WAR OFFICERS' PHOTOGRAPH Montage portrait photographs of seven unidentified Union officers in dress uniforms, an oval image 7.5 x 5.5 in., the portraits set against various Civil War camp and battle scenes. In an antique frame, fine.

Lot: 556 - PATRIOTIC DAGUERREOTYPE CASES (2)

PATRIOTIC DAGUERREOTYPE CASES (2) A pair of 2.5 x 3 x .75 in. gutta percha cases for daguerreotypes. The cases each show a bald eagle with wings spread holding an olive branch and an American flag in its talons. In its beak is a banner which reads ‘UNION FOREVER'. Within are small portraits of (presumably) a husband and wide. In very good condition.

Lot: 557 - UNION SOLDIER PHOTOGRAPHS (4)

UNION SOLDIER PHOTOGRAPHS (4) Lot of four photographs of union soldiers, includes two 2.5 x 3.5 in. tintypes (one creased, one with corners clipped), and two cartes de visite, one identified 'A. Somerville'. Overall, very good.

Lot: 558 - 89TH NEW YORK SOLDIER'S LAP DESK

89TH NEW YORK SOLDIER'S LAP DESK A very interesting, well-attributed Civil War relic, a portable lap desk, 19.5 x 36 in., constructed of 23 wooden slats affixed to a cloth backing, allowing it to be rolled for transport. Two additional slats attached to the underside with rivets at the top corners swing into place and are held by brass clips to make a rigid writing surface, and a semi-circular cutout allows it to be held close to the body. Most interestingly, the top slat is stamped with the name of its owner: 'Azor M. Curtis Co - B 89 Reg. N. Y. S. Vol. Binghamton, N. Y. 1861'. The muster roll of the 89th N.Y. Volunteers shows that Azor M. Curtis enlisted at Franklinville on Aug. 21, 1861, and was discharged due to disability on April 10, 1863. The desk is well-worn with heavy scratches and some detachment of the cloth backing, otherwise intact and in very good condition overall.

Lot: 559 - CIVIL WAR ERA UNION HAT BADGE

CIVIL WAR ERA UNION HAT BADGE A magnificent 3.75 x 1 in. hat badge showing a bald eagle with its wings spread holding two 36-star flags. Near mint.

Lot: 560 - GETTYSBURG SOUVENIRS (5)

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIRS (5) Lot of four five souvenirs obtained in Gettysburg, includes: a 4 x 2.5 in. glass paperweight bearing a photograph at bottom of Meade's headquarters, ca. 1902, a damp stain affecting a corner of the photo; a ca. 1900 2.75 in. tall cut glass tumbler reading 'Gettysburg'; a spoon from the Gettysburg Hotel, and a room key fob and dinner fork from the Eagle Hotel, Gettysburg's premier hostelry for most of the 19th century. During the retreat of Union forces through the town to Cemetery Hill, the intersection in front of the Eagle was the scene of considerable confusion and brief fighting between the pursued and their pursuers. While they occupied the town, the Confederates ransacked the hotel's liquor and food supply but did no harm to the building. Most pieces ex: The Horse Soldier, Gettysburg and bearing their original price tags.

Lot: 561 - SHILOH ARTILLERY CHAIN IN A TREE ROOT

SHILOH ARTILLERY CHAIN IN A TREE ROOT An evocative relic recovered near the site of the Battle of Shiloh, an ancient tree root 2 1/2 in. dia. which has over the years 'engulfed' an approx. 12 in. section of artillery chain. The section of root, about 12 in. long, was dug decades ago and is consigned from a private collection. Recovered from a farm near the site of the cataclysmic battle. A fine piece for display.

Lot: 562 - UNION UNIFORM BUTTONS FROM CULP'S HILL, GETTYSBURG

UNION UNIFORM BUTTONS FROM CULP'S HILL, GETTYSBURG Rare relics from the Gettysburg battlefield, three Union uniform buttons recovered from Culp's Hill at Gettysburg, the right flank of the Union line and the scene of heavy fighting on the second and third days of the monumental clash. Included are three small eagle cuff buttons, varying degrees of oxidation, with excellent provenance. The buttons originate from the famous 50+ year relic collection of Gettysburg resident Kenneth Brame. Brame, who also was employed by Dwight Eisenhower on his farm, had many of the objects in his collection featured in 'Gettysburg Battlefield Relics & Souvenirs' by Michael O'Donnell, and on exhibition at the Gettysburg Heritage Center. His collection was sold at near Gettysburg in October, 2021, and these buttons are sold with a copy of the lot ticket, original auction flyer, and copy of the auction listing.

Lot: 563 - THE LAST CONFEDERATE FLAG AND THE FIRST SERMON FOR FREED BLACKS IN RICHMOND

A rare and most desirable relic a small section of the last Confederate flag to fly over the Capitol of the Confederacy in Richmond Virginia. The remnant is an approx. 2 x 1.5 in. section of beige cloth removed from the Third National flag which was seized by Union soldiers when the city fell on April 3 1865. A section of the flag came into the hands of Methodist minister John O. Foster who is said to have preached the first sermon in the city after its capture. He found himself in the Confederate Treasury where he helped himself to bonds of all types and denominations now worthless. At about the same time he obtained section of the capitol's flag to which he affixed the bonds and a label: 'Confederate Money Valuable as Curios. Pieces of flag floating over Capitol at Richmond day of capitulation'. After securing the bonds and flag remnants Foster then preached (under guard) at the Presbyterian Church to an audience composed largely of newly-freed slaves. Double-matted with one corner of the flag remnant turned-up to expose a portion of the bond beneath with descriptive label beneath. Flag was examined by noted textile/flag expert Fonda Thompson and approved verso bears attribution as to flag's provenance.

Lot: 564 - 'SERMON PREACHED BEFORE HIS EXCELLENCY THOMAS GAGE...', 1774

'SERMON PREACHED BEFORE HIS EXCELLENCY THOMAS GAGE...', 1774 Rare volume: 'A Sermon Preached Before His Excellency Thomas Gage, Esq; Governor: The Honorable His Majesty's Council, and the Honorable House of Representatives, of the Province of the Massachusetts-Bay in New-England, May 25th, 1774. Being the Anniversary of the Election of His Majesty's Council for said Province. Boston: New England' by Gad Hitchcock (Boston: Edes & Gill), 1774. 56pp. 8vo., FIRST EDITION, rebound in full black leather with gilt title to spine. Any front flyleaves lacking, title page, first page and last page of text bear losses and are professionally mounted, some pages bearing a slight marginal damp stain, else very good. Text of the famed Congregationalist minister's bold sermon, a distinct challenge to Britain's new Governor Gage of Massachusetts who was present in the audience. Hitchcock boldly declared: '...our contention is not about trifles, but about liberty and property, and not ours only, but those of prosperity...' He further relates: '...No individual has any authority, or right to attempt to exercise any, over the rest of the human species, however he may be supposed to surpass them in wisdom and sagacity… Rulers are under the most sacred ties to consult the good of society...[if they] contrive and attempt the ruin of the publick, it is the duty of the people to consult the common happiness, and oppose them...much lies at stake...prerogative itself is not a power to do anything it pleases...our danger is not visionary, but real...' Less than a year later, the British and colonials would clash at Lexington and Concord. Evans 13330. Sabin 32260.

Lot: 565 - ALEXANDRE LAMETH

(1760 - 1829) Aide-de-camp to General Rochambeau during the American Revolution, French General during the reign of Napoleon, imprisoned for seven years after facing an accusation of treason for his protest against the Attack on the Tuileries. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., Turin, Italy, March 27, 1810, to the French Minister of War, Henri Jacques Clarke. Largely untranslated, however, concerning the transfer of several officers. Very good.

Lot: 566 - BROADSIDE - MAN APOLOGIZES FOR RIDICULING A VICAR

BROADSIDE - MAN APOLOGIZES FOR RIDICULING A VICAR An interesting document, 1p. legal folio, Barnstable, England, Nov. 20, 1808. A contrite local politician's written apology to Vicar J. L. Yeomans is made public by the vicar, wherein the offender, one William Brailey, Jr. apologizes for ‘having dared to utter at a Public Meeting in this Parish, and since to circulate FALSE and Malicious words tending to injure the Character of our Vicar, charging him with taking Timber intended for the Repair of our Church, and applying it to the Buildings of his Vicarial House...', making his statement with 'MEAN WICKEDNESS' and makes his 'PUBLIC DECLARATION of my SORROW and CONTRITION...' At bottom, the vicar rather selfishly explains why he must make the apology public, noting his hope that: '...this Publication may act as a caution to him in his future Life...' Published by 'Syle, Printer and Bookbinder, Barnstable'. Folds, some wear and a few spots, still very good.

Lot: 567 - SOCIETY OF COLONIAL WARS CAPTURE OF LOUISBOURG 150TH ANNIVERSARY MEDAL

SOCIETY OF COLONIAL WARS CAPTURE OF LOUISBOURG 150TH ANNIVERSARY MEDAL Bronze table medal, 2 in., commemorating the 150th anniversary of the capture of Louisbourg. The obverse shows dual portraits of the commanders of the capture, Warren and Pepperell, with the text surrounding the image reading, at top, ‘SOCIETY OF COLONIAL WARS ‘THERE IS NOTHING TO DESPAIR OF IN CHRIST THE LEADER' with the bottom reading ‘IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CAPTURE JUNE 17 1745'. The reverse shows a scene of the battle with the caption reading ‘LOUISBURG FOUNDED AND FORTIFIED M DCC XX'. Fine.

Lot: 568 - TIMOTHY PICKERING

TIMOTHY PICKERING (1745 - 1829) American politician and Adjutant General of the Continental Army, Secretary of War (1795) and Secretary of State (1795-1800). A.L., 1p. 12mo., Paris, Jan. 1797, in part: ‘…Addressed to J.B.C. in the United States, which was intercepted by a British Cruizer – and after being handed to the British Cabinet was, by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, passed to the American Minister Plenipotentiary at the Court of St. James – and by him transmitted to the Secretary of State of the United States…' Below this is a memo in Pickering's hand, which states ‘…The Sec'y of State of the U.S. at that day was T[homas]. J[efferson]. – under the presidency of J[ohn].A[dams]. – hence, probably, the apparent coldness with which J[ohn].Q[uincy].A[dams]. has ever since regarded me…' This reference to the relationship between Pickering and John Adams and his son was harsh to say the least as Pickering actively campaigned against Adams in favor of Jefferson while he was still secretary of state. Some tears with rough margins, otherwise very good.

Lot: 569 - 'LOVE, MARRIAGE, AND DIVORCE AND THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE INDIVIDUAL'

'LOVE, MARRIAGE, AND DIVORCE AND THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE INDIVIDUAL' Rare book: 'Love, Marriage, and Divorce, and the Sovereignty of the Individual: A Discussion Between Henry James, Horace Greeley, and Stephen Pearl Andrews' (New York: Stringer & Townsend), 1853. 104pp. 12mo., disbound. A conversation among three prominent thinkers on the subject of love, marriage, and the individual's right to chart their own course in life. The discussion ranges from practical considerations to theoretical principles, and provides a window into the debates that shaped Victorian-era attitudes towards relationships and personal autonomy. It often veers in several divergent directions, including consideration of slavery, polygamy, women's civil rights, etc. Some spotting to some of the pages, else very good.

Lot: 570 - 'THE CLANSMAN' BY THOMAS DIXON

'THE CLANSMAN' BY THOMAS DIXON Scarce book: 'The Clansman' by Thomas Dixon, Jr. (New York: Doubleday, Page & Co.), 1905. First edition, hardcover. 374pp. 8vo. in the publisher's red cloth, stamped in white, with rorn illustrated dust wrapper. Spine bumped at top and bottom, endpapers lightly toned. A fanatically racist novel which celebrates the triumph of the Ku Klux Klan over the efforts of Reconstruction. It was adapted into a successful play the same year, and was the basis for D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation' a decade later, in 1915. Scarce in the first printing, particularly in sound condition.

Lot: 571 - (AMERICAN FLAG) BOB HEFT

(AMERICAN FLAG) BOB HEFT BOB HEFT (1942 - 2009) Designer of the current United States 50-star flag, he has also designed a 51-star flag that would be used if a new state joins the United States. Fine original red and black ink sketch of a waving fifty-star American flag on a flagpole, signed at bottom: 'Best wished & God Bless', 'Bob Heft Designer of America's 50 Star Flag 12-5-94'. Executed on a 7 x 10.5 in. piece of white card stock. Fine.

Lot: 572 - ‘N-GGER – TOE RAG’ SHEET MUSIC

Racist sheet music: ‘N-gger-Toe Rag' by Harry A. Fischler (Pennsylvania: Vandersloot Music Pub. Co.), 1910. 4pp. 10.5 x 13.5 in. The front cover bears a caricature of a young African-American. Separation of the front cover and chipping to the edges.

Lot: 573 - 1845 ROADSIDE EULOGIZES DECEASED TEENAGED GIRL

1845 ROADSIDE EULOGIZES DECEASED TEENAGED GIRL Touching printed broadside, 11 x 14 in., Skaneateles, NY, ca. June 7, 1845, a full page of text including a description of the sudden death of 15 year-old Frances E. Pardee, prose describing the girl, her home, and death, and a notice issued by her school, the Albany Female Academy. Folds with a few toned spots, else very good.

Lot: 574 - 1897 SOUTHERN RAILWAY MAP

A hand-colored disbound railroad map originally from the 'White and Kemble's Atlas and Digest of Railroad Mortgages', 17.5 x 12.5 in., mounted to cardboard, 1897, depicting the railways of the 'Southern Railway' spanning from Washington D.C. through the southeast. Attached to three additional sheets detailing the company's mortgage information. Moderately toned, stained and chipped, generally worn from age and use.

Lot: 575 - 1898 ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD MAP

A hand colored disbound railroad map originally from the 'White and Kemble's Atlas and Digest of Railroad Mortgages', 17.5 x 12.5 in., mounted to carboard, 1898, depicting the railways of the 'Illinois Central R.R.' spanning from Chicago to New Orleans and as far west as Sioux City. Attached to two additional sheets detailing the companies mortgage information. Moderately toned, stained and chipped, a bit worn from age.

Lot: 576 - 1899 CHICAGO BURLINGTON AND QUINCEY RAILROAD MAP

A hand colored disbound railroad map originally from the 'White and Kemble's Atlas and Digest of Railroad Mortgages', 17.5 x 12.5 in., mounted to carboard, 1899, depicting the railways of the 'Chicago Burlington and Quincey' spanning from Chicago through Iowa and Nebraska and as far west as Billing. Attached to three additional sheets detailing the companies mortgage information. Moderately toned, stained and chipped, generally worn from age and use.

Lot: 577 - 1902 NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD MAP

A hand colored disbound railroad map originally from the 'White and Kemble's Atlas and Digest of Railroad Mortgages', 17.5 x 12.5 in., mounted to carboard, 1902, depicting the railways of the 'New York Central and Hudson River Co.' spanning from New York through Pennsylvania and Ohio. Attached to six additional sheets detailing the companies mortgage information. Moderately toned, stained and chipped, generally worn from age and use.

Lot: 578 - 1902 NORFOLK AND WESTERN RAILROAD MAP

A hand colored disbound railroad map originally from the 'White and Kemble's Atlas and Digest of Railroad Mortgages', 17.5 x 12.5 in., mounted to carboard, 1902, depicting the railways of the 'Norfolk and Western Railway' spanning from Norfolk to Cincinnati Attached to two additional sheets detailing the companies mortgage information. Moderately toned, stained and chipped, generally worn from age and use.

Lot: 579 - 19TH CENTURY FARM LEDGERS (5)

19TH CENTURY FARM LEDGERS (5) A collection of five farm ledgers mostly from the farm of John D. Lahman of Franklin Grove, Ill. Includes: a large 240pp. folio ledger from 1885-1889 detailing different purchases and sales including cattle and grains sold off, a large 385pp. folio ledger from Oct. 1885 to Aug. 1886 detailing the amounts due to different families and if it is for ‘cash' or for ‘exchange', a ledger, 286pp. folio, concerning shipments of kerosene and other flammable material, a ledger, 370pp. folio, concerning payments for the years 1882 and 1883, and a small ledger from Lahman, 176pp. 8vo., concerning payments of customers in various cities and towns around Illinois. Very good.

Lot: 580 - AMERICAN EVANGELIST'S ONE MILLION DOLLAR CLAIM AGAINST THE GOVERNMENT OF HAITI

AMERICAN EVANGELIST'S ONE MILLION DOLLAR CLAIM AGAINST THE GOVERNMENT OF HAITI An intriguing manuscript document, 7pp. 4to., [n.p., likely Washington, D.C.], May 24, 1878, a handwritten copy of an assessment produced by the Diplomatic Bureau of the U.S. Department of State by Third Assistant Secretary of State Charles Payson, titled ‘Subject: Claim of Phillip Bell against the Government of Hayti, for $1,000,000'. The report opens by explaining that the claim was first brought before the Department by Bell's attorney in January of 12865, and that Benjamin F. Whidden, the first U.S. Minister to Haiti, was instructed to investigate but found Bell's statement to be too vague to pursue. Another attorney hired by Bell then inquires about the claim in March of 1876, and is informed of the earlier outcome, prompting Bell to file another statement of his claim on August 26, 1876. The report continues, in part: ‘...From this statement it appears that he [Bell] emigrated from Philadelphia to Samana [in the modern Dominican Republic] in or about the year 1824, and was there given a tract of land to cultivate. He states he was driven thence for preaching the gospel and went to Port au Plate [modern Puerto Plata, also in the Dominican Republic] and afterwards to Cape Haytien, Port au Prince and other places and was finally obliged to leave the Island. He says, on several occasions he was mobbed, personally injured, imprisoned and driven from the lands which he had cultivated before he could derive any benefit from the crops… At Lachay (?) he states he was dragged from his home at night by a mob, beaten and his left hand nearly cut off…' Payson concludes, ‘...Owing to the extravagant amount of the claim and the failure of the claimant to produce any evidence during the long period it had been before the Department, the statement was filed without further action.' He signs ‘Chas. Payson' at the conclusion in black ink. The two sheets comprising the document are bound together at the upper left corner with a colored cord, and it shows folds with minor soiling and toning overall, else very good.

Lot: 581 - AN AUSTRALIAN ON AMERICAN RACE RELATIONS & THE JAPANESE

AN AUSTRALIAN ON AMERICAN RACE RELATIONS & THE JAPANESE Good content Australian civilian's T.L.S., 2pp. 4to., Concord, NSW, Oct. 22, 1951, to a relative in the U.S. In part: 'The Yanks have big hearts while being devoted to the Dollar God....We have little of the very young sex orgies here. What lead to such young...sex perversions we read in our papers?...[homosexuality] was quite commonly seen in U.S. camps in the islands...the influence of the reds is being slowly killed by the benefits found here such as social service, pensions, etc...The USA DID save us all in both wars...BUT the rich men of the USA became very RICH sitting on the fence for two years DURING THE WORST STAGES OF BOTH WARS WHEN WE WANTED AID...The Yanks broke into houses and raped women as the went through Germany...I know the Red animals of Russia did. Out here there is a savage hatred of the Japanese...my only first cousin...died in a Jap camp in Siam...the Yanks will have to watch the Japs...We as a nation like the Yanks although we DON'T like the manner the negro is treated. It is pagan and nazi master race in type...the negro must be educated more in many cases

Lot: 582 - ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS BADGE

ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS BADGE An oval badge, 2 x 1.5 in., from the Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division. It includes the famed Corps castle with the identification number, ‘1027', ‘SOUTH ATLANTIC DIVISION' and ‘U. S. ENGINEER DEPARTMENT' written both above and below on ribbons. The reverse has an obscured hallmark. Lightly tarnished, otherwise near fine.

Lot: 583 - BEARDED BROTHERS DAGUERREOTYPE

BEARDED BROTHERS DAGUERREOTYPE A small daguerreotype, 2.25 x 2.5 in. (sight), of two seated gentlemen wearing large beards and seated in chairs. The photograph is enclosed in an elaborate brass frame within a hinged case with a tranquil image of deer in a wooded field. Fine.

Lot: 584 - FOLK ART AMERICAN FLAG

FOLK ART AMERICAN FLAG A delightful ca. 1920s folk art American flag, 65 x 31 in. cotton construction with individual pieces making up the canton, stars and stripes. Unusual in that the flag bear 52 stars instead of 48 stars as one would expect for the time! A few trivial holes. A nice display piece created by an overanxious artist-in-training.

Lot: 585 - FOUR CASED AMBROTYPES

FOUR CASED AMBROTYPES Good lot of four cased ambrotypes, includes: a sixth plate ambrotype photograph depicting a portrait of a woman, hand tinted, fitted in a cardboard case. Image is a bit faded with a few spots and the hinge of the case is broken, otherwise very good condition. WITH: a sixth plate ambrotype photograph, depicting a portraits of three children, hand tinted, fitted in a cardboard case. The hinge of the case is broken, otherwise very good condition. WITH: two sixth plate ambrotype photographs depicting a portrait of a man on one side and a woman on the other, hand tinted, fitted in a cardboard case. The hinge of the case is broken, otherwise very good condition. Four ambrotypes in three cases.

Lot: 586 - FOUR DAGUERREOTYPES (4)

FOUR DAGUERREOTYPES (4) Lot of four daguerreotypes, includes: a sixteenth plate daguerreotype portrait of a man, fitted in a cardboard case. A few spots on the image, otherwise very good condition; a ninth plate daguerreotype portrait of a man, fitted in a cardboard case. The hinge on the case is torn, otherwise very good condition; a sixth plate daguerreotype portrait of a woman, hand tinted, fitted in a cardboard case. The image is a bit light and has silvering on the edges, otherwise good condition; and a sixth plate daguerreotype portrait of a man, fitted in a cardboard case. The image is a bit light and the hinge on the case is missing, otherwise good condition. Four pieces.

Lot: 587 - MATCHED PAIR OF CASED DAGUERREOTYPES

MATCHED PAIR OF CASED DAGUERREOTYPES Two sixth plate daguerreotype photographs each with a portrait of the same woman, both hand tinted, and fitted in cardboard cases. A few spots on the border of one image, otherwise very good condition.

Lot: 588 - H. D. FOSS & COMPANY CHOCOLATE ADVERTISING BANNER

H. D. FOSS & COMPANY CHOCOLATE ADVERTISING BANNER An attractive vintage advertising banner, 55 x 26.75 in., for H. D. Foss & Company of Boston, Ma. On the left side of the banner appears an image of a woman with two boxes of candy calling her husband on an early telephone and telling him: ‘Thank You Dear I Love Them Both'. Beside the image is text which reads: ‘Foss Quality and Premiere CHOCOLATES' with the company trademark beside it. In the lower left corner is the company logo and its point of origin, Boston. The banner is a dark green color with four brass tabs for hanging. The H. D. Foss Company was organized September 1, 1897 by H. D. Foss and C. D. Rice. Their first factory was at 228 State Street, Boston, with a branch house in Lowell, Mass. The business prospered so that larger quarters were necessary, and the business was moved to 38 South Market Street, Boston, where it stayed for a period of three years. Later on, the company was acquired by the Boston Confectionary Company, which eventually was acquired by Tootsie Roll. Fine.

Lot: 589 - INDEPENDENCE HALL RELIC

INDEPENDENCE HALL RELIC A small section of wood, 1 x .75 in., taken from the original supporting timbers of Independence Hall in 1925. The wood has been affixed to an ornate souvenir document issued by the Veterans of Foreign Wars during their 55th Annual Encampment, and is printed with various signatures from officials affirming that this is indeed an authentic piece of Independence Hall. Fine.

Lot: 590 - MISCELLANEOUS AUTOGRAPHS (7)

MISCELLANEOUS AUTOGRAPHS (7) A fine collection of seven miscellaneous autographs in various formats. Includes: RICHARD W. GILDER (1844-1909) an American poet, A.Q.S., a stanza, GEORGE F. TRAIN (1839-1904) a shipping magnate who was possibly the inspiration for Jules Verne's ‘Around the World in Eighty Days', a mounted and cut signature, PETER COOPER (1791-1883) builder of the first steam locomotive in the United States, signed card, JAMES F. CLARKE (1810-1888) an early abolitionist, a cut signature from a post card, DAVID SWING (1830-1894) a friend of Abraham Lincoln, cut signature, ELI K. PRICE (1797-1884) a Philadelphia lawyer who sent a check to Lincoln the day he was assassinated, T.L.S., a check signed by Price, and DOUGLAS MACARTHUR II (1909-1997) a relative of the World War II general and an American diplomat who worked with the French Resistance, signed card. Very good to fine.

Lot: 591 - NINETEENTH CENTURY MERIT AWARDS, BUSINESS CARDS AND MORE (35)

NINETEENTH CENTURY MERIT AWARDS, BUSINESS CARDS AND MORE (35) An interesting miscellany of ephemera, including merit awards for children's academic achievements (some with fantastic tinted illustrations), business cards for stores, attorneys, stove manufacturers, including one for a dentist with a note on verso 'now is the time to save your teeth' (!), and another for 'Temperance Hotel'. Condition varies from fair to very good. Should be viewed.

Lot: 592 - NORD DEUTSCHER LLOYD BREMEN SHIP MENUS (4)

NORD DEUTSCHER LLOYD BREMEN SHIP MENUS (4) Lot of four menus from the Nord Deutscher Lloyd Bremen company for the ships: S.S. Berlin and S.S. General von Steuben, all dated 1932. Each menu measures 6.5 x 9 in. and bears a decorative tassel at the left edge. All bear attractive covers depicting various notable men from history, including: George Washington, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben. Four pieces, very good.

Lot: 593 - STEREOGRAPHS OF NATIVE AMERICANS AND MORE (6)

STEREOGRAPHS OF NATIVE AMERICANS AND MORE (6) An interesting group of six stereographs, two of which are identified on verso as showing ‘Indians of the Colorado Valley' and notably ‘Kai-vav-its', a tribe of the Pai Utes near the Grand Canyon. The other four photographs show portraits of settlers in front of homes/buildings, and an image of two men in traditional garb of an unknown tribe but possible the Pair Utes. Worn and a bit of fading, still good. Six pieces.

Lot: 594 - TAX ASSESSOR'S SLAVE PROPERTY TAX JOURNAL ENTRIES

TAX ASSESSOR'S SLAVE PROPERTY TAX JOURNAL ENTRIES Tax assessor's slave property tax journal entry, 1p. 16mo., [n.p.,n.d., ca. 1840s], lists property owned by one Joseph Ryland including horses, hogs, buggy and carriage, a share in a ship...and nine 'slaves over 16'. The verso bears a similar entry for one M. B. Rowe who owns two slaves. Near fine.

Lot: 595 - TAX ASSESSOR'S SLAVE PROPERTY TAX JOURNAL ENTRIES

TAX ASSESSOR'S SLAVE PROPERTY TAX JOURNAL ENTRIES Tax assessor's slave property tax journal entry, 1p. 16mo., [n.p.,n.d., ca. 1840s], lists property owned by one G. G. Brown including horses, cattle, his home...and five 'slaves over 16'. The verso bears a similar entry for one Francis Blaine who owns two slaves and Joseph Broach who claims a 'Free male 16'. Near fine.

Lot: 596 - VALENTINE'S DAY CARD COLLECTION

VALENTINE'S DAY CARD COLLECTION A group of over 20 nineteenth- and early twentieth century Valentine's Day cards, in various format and sizes, some quite elaborate and attractive. Condition varies from fair to very good, should be viewed.

Lot: 597 - VINTAGE TRAIN PHOTOGRAPHS (75+)

VINTAGE TRAIN PHOTOGRAPHS (75+) A great collection of over 75 mostly vintage and original photographs of early steam locomotives, also with images of diesel engines, cable cars, passenger cars, etc., the vast majority from ca. 1930-1940, all professionally photographed and in excellent condition. Many different lines represented - a really nice railroad photo grouping!

Lot: 598 - WOMEN’S LIBERATION (25)

WOMEN'S LIBERATION (25) An interesting group of approx. 25 pieces representing the women's liberation movement in New York, ca. early 1970s. Includes: a handcrafted banner comprised of two pieces of vinyl-coated canvas, 100 x 38 in. and 106 x 38 in. The text reads, in bold blue paint: 'The Stronger The Role of Women / The Stronger Will Be Our Movement'. With: pamphlets and literature regarding birth control, protests, working class women's struggle, lesbianism, Palestinian women, the freeing of an incarcerated woman, and the intersection of anti-feminism and racism. Condition varies and the lot bears some water damage. Should be viewed.

Lot: 599 - 'BLACK LIVES MATTER' PROTEST PLACARD

'BLACK LIVES MATTER' PROTEST PLACARD Two-sided protest placard printed for the 'Black Lives Matter' movement ca. 2000, 18 x 24 in. on semi-gloss cardboard stock which may also have been attached to a carrying handle. It reads in black, red and blue text: '#BLACK LIVES MATTER END RACIAL PROFILING NOW ACLU' on both sides. Fine. In 2013, three radical black organizers — Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors, and Opal Tometi — created a black-centered political-movement-building project called #BlackLivesMatter in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's killer, George Zimmerman. It claims to be a decentralized political and social movement that aims to highlight racism, discrimination and racial inequality experienced by black people.

Lot: 600 - VINTAGE AMERICA'S CUP BOOK

VINTAGE AMERICA'S CUP BOOK Rare souvenir of the 1899 America's Cup sailing competition, a 4 in. x 5 in. 32pp. silver embossed booklet setting forth the history of the fiercely-fought competition since 1851 and including an engraved image or photograph with specifications of every winning yacht in the intervening years. Issued by the New York Life Insurance Co. A few marginal chips to cover, else very good.

Lot: 601 - (ABRAHAM LINCOLN)

(ABRAHAM LINCOLN) (1809-1865) Sixteenth President of the United States who led the Union through the Civil War and emancipated the slaves, assassinated. Partly-printed D.S. with facsimile signature, 1p. sm. folio, Washington, Dec. 15, 1864, a 'President's Thanks and Certificate of Honorable Service' issued to Pvt. John Carlyle of the 135th Illinois Vols. offering "NATIONAL THANKS' for the man's service to the Union in the Civil War. Also bears facsimile signature of Sec. of War Edwin Stanton. Folds and some spotting, in original wood frame.

Lot: 602 - FLORENCE HARDING'S CRITICAL ILLNESS

FLORENCE HARDING'S CRITICAL ILLNESS FLORENCE HARDING (1860 – 1924) Wife of President Warren G. Harding and First Lady of the United States from 1921 until her husband's death in 1923. In early September, 1922 she became ill with a serious kidney ailment, and the public was alerted as to the severity of it on September 8 in a medical bulletin. The eminent physician Charles Mayo was called in to treat her. By the time he arrived, Florence was suffering from sepsis and was falling in and out of consciousness. The gates of the White House were opened to accommodate the thousands of well-wishers who came to pray for her. Dr. Mayo insisted that emergency surgery was the only option to save Florence, who did not favor surgery. By September 11 her condition had worsened that, as she later related, she had a near death experience seeing two figures at the end of her bed. Florence insisted she would not die because her husband needed her. Over weeks she fought back to recover from what she called the 'Valley of Death'. Pair of typed medical reports on Mrs. Harding's condition, [White House, Washington], Sep. 9, 1922, comprised of a typed draft with pencil emendations and a finished copy for public release. Changes between the initial draft and the finished product are generally gloomy - at 7:30 PM Mrs. Harding's condition is no longer considered as 'improved somewhat', her temperature measured at 102.2 with respiration at 36, pulse 112. Added notes state: 'Condition still critical. Dr. G. T. Harding, Jr., President Harding's brother joined the medical council...Dr. Chas. Mayo...will arrive at Washington at 9 A.M. Sunday...' Both pages are damp stained with margins a bit ragged. While President Harding would die the following August, Florence would survive another two years before her kidneys would finally fail completely.

Lot: 603 - GERALD R. FORD

GERALD R. FORD (1913 - 2006) 38th President of the United States who assumed office upon the resignation of Richard Nixon, who Ford later pardoned for any involvement in the Watergate scandal. Rare signed book: 'The Churchill Lecture: An Address by Gerald Ford' (Northridge, Ca.: Lord John Press), 1984. No. 174/250 in maroon boards with gold facsimile signature on cover. Ford's address at the English-Speaking Union in London on 30 November 1983 commemorating what would have been the 109th birthday of Sir Winston Churchill. Ford signs the half-title page in full. Fine condition, lacking slip case.

Lot: 604 - JOSEPH KENNEDY, SR.

JOSEPH KENNEDY, SR. (1888 – 1969) American businessman, investor and politician known for his high-profile positions in government and for the political and other achievements of his children. Father of assassinated President John F. Kennedy and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy. Bold, early signature on an 8vo. sheet, WITH a signature on a card of financier BERNARD BARUCH (1870-1965), a close friend to both Kennedy and his son, John. Two pieces.

Lot: 605 - LADY BIRD JOHNSON (3)

LADY BIRD JOHNSON (3) A collection of three T.L.S.s from LADY BIRD JOHNSON (1912-2007), First Lady of the United States (1963-69), as the wife of the 36th President of the United States, Lyndon B. Johnson. Includes a letter as First Lady, May 10, 1965, thanking John Logan for lilacs and orchids, a 1964 letter as First Lady to William Barron, Governor of West Virginia, apologizing for not being able to visit his state, and a 1961 letter to Mayor Wagner of New York thanking him for making her a patron of the Children's Asthma Research Institute and Hospital. Fine.

Lot: 606 - LYNDON B. JOHNSON BILL-SIGNING PEN

LYNDON B. JOHNSON BILL-SIGNING PEN A great presidential relic, a pen used by President Lyndon B. Johnson to sign the High Speed Ground Transportation Act of 1965. The pen bears a blue body and silver cap, the body bearing the Presidential Seal and Johnson's facsimile signature. It is enclosed in a 25.5 x 21 in. black wood frame, accompanied by an official printing of the bill which is dated Jan. 4, 1965 and which bears two White House official stamps. The pen is attached to beige cloth matting above the calligraphy presentation made by Johnson to Gene R. Schaefer on Sep. 30, 1965. Fine condition. The High-Speed Ground Transportation Act of 1965 (PL 89-220) was a landmark U.S. law initiating federal research and demonstration programs for advanced rail technologies, partly spurred by Japan's Shinkansen, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion with faster, more convenient travel. It led to developments like the Northeast Corridor's Metroliner and Turbotrain, though its long-term goal of widespread national high-speed lines didn't fully materialize due to funding shifts.

Lot: 607 - RICHARD NIXON INAUGURATION TICKETS (3)

RICHARD NIXON INAUGURATION TICKETS (3) Fine lot of three tickets to Richard M. Nixon's inauguration for his second term on Jan. 20, 1973. The tickets vary in size, design, and even price, with the $50.00 ticket for Stand 7, Row 1, Seat 43, and the $20.00 ticket for Stand 5, Section G, Row 7, and Seat 4. The third ticket is for entrance on Jan. 19, 1973, titled at the top ‘A Salute to America's Heritage', marked ‘CASUAL' at the bottom right. Three pieces, displaying minimal to no wear.

Lot: 608 - WILLIAM J. CLINTON

WILLIAM J. CLINTON (b. 1946) Forty-second President of the United States, the first elected president to be impeached. Signed Time magazine cover, Nov. 2, 1992, picturing Clinton during his first campaign for the presidency with the caption: 'Bill Clinton's Long March'. Hurriedly signed in blue ballpoint, Fine, matted in gray and set into a simple, broad black frame.

Lot: 609 - WILLIAM MCKINLEY

(1843 - 1901) Twenty-fifth President of the United States, acquired Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam and Hawaii, assassinated. Scarce parlty-printed D.S. as president, 1p. folio parchment, Washington, Apr. 24, 1899, a naval appointment of Abraham V. Zane to serve as 'Lieutenant Commander in the Navy'. Co-signed at bottom by Secretary of the Navy JOHN D. LONG (1838-1915). Boldly signed by both, in fine condition. ABRAHAM V. ZANE (1850-1919) would achieve the rank of rear admiral, serving on the Jeannette relief expedition, 1881-1882, and the Northern Alaska exploring expedition, 1885-1886.

Lot: 610 - WOODROW WILSON PROMOTES THE INVENTOR OF THE ELECTRIC GUITAR!

WOODROW WILSON PROMOTES THE INVENTOR OF THE ELECTRIC GUITAR! (1856 - 1924) Twenty-eighth President of the United States who passed sweeping reform laws, gave women the right to vote, and led the United States through World War I setting the groundwork for the League of Nations. Partly-printed D.S. as president, 1p. folio parchment, Washington, June 30, 1917, the appointment of George G. Breed to serve as 'Ensign in the Navy'. Signed by Wilson at lower-right, his signature a tad light, co-signed by Secretary of the Navy JOSEPHUS DANIELS (1862-1948) at the lower-left. Mouse-nibbled at the left costing some text, estimated accordingly. GEORGE G. BREED (1864-1939) was an American naval officer and inventor of the 'electrified guitar'. On 2 September 1890 Breed was granted a patent for the design of a: 'Method of and apparatus for producing musical sounds by electricity', patent no. 435,679; the first application of electricity to a fretted string instrument. His first application of his invention was in a guitar.

Lot: 611 - 'I'M FROM THE GOVERNMENT. I'M HERE TO HELP YOU' POSTER

Anti-US government poster, b/w 17.5 x 23 in. original poster, a waist, up view of an ATF agent in tactical gear, published by 'Bob Strong, Sipa Press'. Beneath the image is the quote: 'I'm from the government. I'm here to help you'. Those words were part of a larger speech by President Ronald Reagan five years before the Waco Siege which this poster references, coincidentally during a press conference held in Waco, Texas. Minute folds at a few corners, else fine.

Lot: 612 - ‘REPORTS FROM FIRST SESSION OF 10TH CONGRESS 1807-1808’

‘REPORTS FROM FIRST SESSION OF 10TH CONGRESS 1807-1808' A scarce copy of ‘Reports from First Session of 10th Congress 1807-1808' (Washington: A & C Way) 1808. approx. 200pp. legal folio, showing various letters and reports to various executive departments, primarily to the Treasury Department. There are several foldouts concerning various duties spent and the various items and land purchases made. Along with the foldouts, there are several charts concerning goods traded between countries listed by continent and further divided by goods traded. There is also a report given to the Secretary of War concerning the various fortifications around the United States and their integrity in the event of war. Loose boards along with rough margins, otherwise very good.

Lot: 613 - ‘REPORTS FROM SECOND SESSION OF 10TH CONGRESS 1808-1809’

‘REPORTS FROM SECOND SESSION OF 10TH CONGRESS 1808-1809' A copy of ‘Reports of 2nd Session of 10th Congress 1808-1809' (Washington: A & G. Way), 1809 printed for the House of Representatives, approx. 200pp. legal folio, showing various letters and reports to various executive departments, primarily to the Treasury Department. There are several foldouts concerning various duties spent and the various items and land purchases made. Along with the foldouts, there are several charts concerning goods traded between countries listed by continent and further divided by goods traded. There is also a report on the issue of trade between the United States and Europe, making reference to the Napoleonic Wars along with the difficulties with Britain which was a major factor in the forthcoming War of 1812. Lightly toned, otherwise fine. Rebound.

Lot: 614 - 99TH NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE SIGNATURES

99TH NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE SIGNATURES A small autograph album, 7 x 4 in., containing over 115 signature of members of the 1876 New York State Legislature and likely obtained during the meeting from January 4 – May 3, 1876. Includes: HAMILTON FISH, JR., TUNIS V. TALMADGE, SUMNER BALDWIN, GEORGE W. BETTS, JAMES G. KING, ALBERT ENGELHARD, DAVID MCFALLS, JACOB WORTH, P. J. CARTY, MICHAEL J. COFFEY, WILLIAM V. CLEARY, FELIX MURPHY, ALFRED LEROY, WILLIAM H. WHITNEY, GEORGE M. VOORHEES, LOTUS INGALLS, GEORGE POST, JONATHAN OGDEN, TOWNSEND D. COCK, JOHN M. ROSCOE, ARCHIBALD WATTS, J. J. HAYES, and numerous others. Very good condition.

Lot: 615 - AL SHARPTON SENATE CAMPAIGN POSTER

AL SHARPTON SENATE CAMPAIGN POSTER Political poster, 22 x 14 in., reading: ‘We Must End Apartheid in the U.S. Senate - Vote for a Proven Fighter for our Rights - Rev. Al Sharpton - The People's Preacher'. A photo of Sharpton appears at the right, with ‘September 15th, 1992 - Democratic Party Primary' and ‘Tough Times Call For A Tough Person' at the bottom. A vertical publishing line at the bottom right indicates release by Sharpton's campaign. In fine condition.

Lot: 616 - ALEXANDER H. H. STUART

ALEXANDER H. H. STUART (1807-1891) Secretary of Interior under President Millard Fillmore. A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., Staunton, Virginia, March 5, 1884. In part: ‘...I prepared a brief article, headed ‘Banking and Currency', which I...sent to you with a note asking the favor of you to insert it in your valuable paper...the article referred to a subject of great and general interest...intended to refer members to the legislation of Great Britain...I hope it might not prove unacceptable. But as you have decided differently, I now ask the favor of you to return the article to me...' Mounting remnants at the bottom corners and a minor 1.5 in. tear at the center, which has been repaired on the verso with archival tape. Overall, very good.

Lot: 617 - ALEXANDER H. H. STUART

(1807-1891) Secretary of the Interior from 1850-1853, opposed to secession. A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, D.C., Jan. 19, 1852, stating a trial will be set against Mr. Stuart and Mr. Lonsie to recover money owed to the government. Light toning at the mailing folds, else very good.

Lot: 618 - CHARLES W. COLSON

CHARLES W. COLSON (1931 - 2012) American attorney and political advisor who served as Special Counsel to President Nixon from 1969 to 1970, one of the Watergate Seven who also plead guilty to obstruction of justice for attempting to defame Pentagon Papers defendant Daniel Ellsberg. S.P. 5 x 8 in. b/w, a glossy portrait signed ‘Chuck Colson' in blue ink, fine.

Lot: 619 - CIVIL DEFENSE PLACARDS (3)

CIVIL DEFENSE PLACARDS (3) Collection of three placards, each measuring 21 x 11 in., likely made during the height of the Cold War, mostly about the fear of fallout. Includes; a poster depicting a couple building an above-ground fallout shelter from the ‘Family Fallout Shelter' booklet, with the caption: ‘Your one defense against FALLOUT GET YOUR FREE BOOKLET FROM LOCAL CIVIL DEFENSE'; a poster with the captions ‘YOUR PREPAREDNESS', ‘Shelter', ‘First Aid', ‘Warning Signals', ‘640-1240 Radio', and ‘CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CIVIL DEFENSE', with the emblem of the Civil Defense in the center; and an amazing poster depicting a nuclear explosion with the caption ‘Protect yourself from FALLOUT GET FREE BOOKLET FROM YOUR LOCAL CIVIL DEFENSE' and a facsimile of the front page of the booklet with the caption ‘Facts about FALLOUT protection', showing a house with silhouettes of a husband and wife on the first floor and a long green stripe signifying fallout. Fine.

Lot: 620 - COLIN POWELL

COLIN POWELL (1937 - 2021) American general and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, instrumental in the defeat of the Iraqi armies in the U.N. police action against Iraq. S.P., 8 x 10 in., color, in uniform. Fine condition.

Lot: 621 - ED DERWINSKI

ED DERWINSKI (1926-2012) American politician from Illinois and Secretary of Veterans Affairs under George W. Bush. Two T.L.S.'s on executive letterhead, both 1p. 4to., Washington D.C., one August 21, 1970 and the other July 5, 1989, congratulation a college student on being named to Dean's list and responding to a request for an autograph respectively. Both in fine condition.

Lot: 622 - ELLIOT L. RICHARDSON

ELLIOT L. RICHARDSON (1920 - 1999) Attorney General under President Richard Nixon, a prominent figure in the Watergate scandal who resigned rather than obey Nixon's order to fire special prosecutor Archibald Cox. Between 1970 and 1977 he held four Cabinet positions within the U.S. Government. S.P. 5 x 7 in. b/w, a glossy head and shoulders portrait of Richardson, signed in black ink with only fair contrast.

Lot: 623 - GEORGE B. CORTELYOU (4)

GEORGE B. CORTELYOU (4) (1862 - 1940) American lawyer and statesman, first Secretary of Commerce & Labor (1904). A collection of four items signed by Cortelyou. Includes: a T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, May 28, 1908, as secretary of the treasury, giving instructions to a register to go to the chief clerk, a T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, Jan. 4, 1902, as secretary of the president giving back an introductory note with several corrections, a T.L.S., 1p. 8vo., Washington, Dec. 6, 1902, as secretary of the president thanking the recipient on behalf of Mrs. Roosevelt, and a signed card. Fine.

Lot: 624 - GEORGE M. ROBESON

GEORGE M. ROBESON (1829-1897) American politician, Secretary of the Navy under Grant and Representative for New Jersey. A.L.S. as Secretary of the Navy on his official letterhead, 1p. 4to., Washington, Feb. 9, 1870, to J. M. Broadhead ‘and others', in part: ‘…I beg leave to acknowledge the weight of your communication of the 5th instant in relation to the use of water at the Navy Yard…I will examine into the subject…'. Ink blurred throughout, mounting remains on verso, else boldly signed and very good.

Lot: 625 - HENRY STANBERY

HENRY STANBERY (1803-1881) U.S. Attorney General and Chief Counsel in Andrew Johnson's impeachment trial (1868). A.N.S. written on the verso of a summons, 1p. 4to., Lancaster, O., Mar. 3, 1834, in part ‘…Suit brought on a promissory note by Defendant, dated Feb 25, 1833, whereby he promises to pay ten days after date to the said plaintiff on order one hundred forty two dollars and ninety nine cents…' Some wear to the margins, otherwise fine.

Lot: 626 - HORACE GRAY

HORACE GRAY (1828-1902) Supreme Court Justice, a staunch supporter of the authority precedent throughout his career. A.L.S. ‘Horace Gray' 2pp. 8vo., July 27, [n.y.], to C. P. Curtis, in part: ‘…On my return to town in a fortnight…I find your writ of the 20th. I remain of the opinion…that nothing less than a vote of the class, at a meeting called for the purpose, would make me feel it is my duty to mar the beautiful simplicity of that hiatus…'. Expertly inlaid in and fine condition. Together with a fair copy of a lengthy letter by Gray penned in an unknown hand but signed '(Sgd) Horace Gray', 3pp. 4to., Washington, Mar. 2, 1885 to Judge Colt. In very small part: ‘…I am very glad…that the parties in the New Hampshire case have saved us so much trouble…'. The letter enumerates a few points of business matters regarding a mortgage, then adds: ‘...Is not the only proper order now to refer it to a Master to ascertain the sum to be paid…In a case of so much importance, we can hardly be too careful…'. Worthy of further research. Two pieces.

Lot: 627 - NATHAN CLIFFORD

NATHAN CLIFFORD (1803-1881) Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. Scarce A.L.S. as Justice, 1p. 8vo., Boston, Oct. 15, 1867, to an unnamed recipient regarding legal matters, in part: ‘…I have no opinion quite done but will send two or more for next Tuesday…Opened the court today, in the absence of Judge [John] Lowell. Enough to do as appears by the list marked for trial. Judge Clark did not go to Providence but will in a short time…'. Fine.

Lot: 628 - PIERRE SOULE

(1801 - 1870) U.S Senator and Minister to Spain in the pre-Civil War era who was the author of the famous Ostend Manifesto of 1854, a document used by southern slave holders attempting to gain government support for the U.S to annex Cuba. A.L.S., 1p. 4to., New Orleans, Louisiana, June 13, 1851, regarding his friend and Supreme Court justice, Pierre Adolphe Rost. Soule gives Rost a glowing recommendation and assures his friend they will like each other. Light creasing at the mailing folds, else fine.

Lot: 629 - SECRETARIES OF DEFENSE (21)

Large lot of 23 signed items such as T.L.S.s, S.P.s, signatures on cards, and a first day postal cover. Signers include: LAWRENCE EAGLEBURGER, WILLIAM COHEN (2), RICHARD CHENEY (3), CASPER WEINBERGER (2), FRANK CARLUCCI (2), HAROLD BROWN, DONALD RUMSFELD, LESLIE ASPIN, CLARK M. CLIFFORD, NEIL MCELROY, CHARLES E. WILSON (2), LOUIS JOHNSON (2), MELVIN LAIRD, and WILLIAM J. PERRY. Overall, very good to fine. Twenty-one pieces.

Lot: 630 - SECRETARIES OF THE INTERIOR (5)

Lot of five signed items by Secretaries of the Interior in various formats, including T.Ls.S. and signatures on a card. Signers include: HAROLD L. ICKES (signature on card), RAY L. WILBUR (T.L.S.), ROY O. WEST (signature on card), FRANKLIN K. LANE (signature on card), and HUBERT WORK (T.L.S.). SOLD WITH: an A.L.S. from L. A. PEARCE, unidentified. Five pieces, overall very good.

Lot: 631 - SECRETARIES OF THE INTERIOR (5)

Lot of five T.Ls.S. from Secretaries of the Interior. Signers include: DOUGLAS MCKAY, OSCAR CHAPMAN, JULIUS KRUG, HAROLD L. ICKES, and FRANKLIN K LANE. Mailing folds, else fine.

Lot: 632 - SECRETARIES OF THE INTERIOR (5)

Lot of five signed items by Secretaries of the Interior in various formats, including S.P.s, T.L.S.s and signatures on a card. Signers include: HAROLD L. ICKES (signature on card), JULIUS KRUG (signature on card), BRUCE BABBITT (S.P.), JAMES WATT (signature on card), and ROGERS MORTON (T.L.S.). Five pieces, fine condition.

Lot: 633 - SECRETARIES OF THE INTERIOR (5)

Lot of five signed items by Secretaries of the Interior in various formats, including T.L.S.s and signatures on a card. Signers include: WALTER HICKEL (signature on card), FRED SEATON (T.L.S.), STEWART UDALL (T.L.S.), DOUGLAS MCAY (T.L.S.), and OSCAR CHAPMAN. Five pieces, fine condition.

Lot: 634 - SECRETARIES OF THE INTERIOR (6)

Lot of six signed items by Secretaries of the Interior in various formats. Signers include: THOMAS EWING (3) (one L.S., and two A.Ls.S.), HAROLD L. ICKES (T.L.S.), ROY L. WILBUR (signature on card), and THOMAS M.T. MCKENNAN (cut signature). Six pieces, overall very good.

Lot: 635 - SUMNER WELLES (7)

SUMNER WELLES (7) (1892 – 1961) American government official and diplomat. He was a major foreign policy adviser to President Franklin D. Roosevelt and served as Under Secretary of State from 1936 to 1943. Good lot of seven T.L.S.s on his personal letterhead, 7pp. 4to., 1947-49 to Eames MacVeagh from the political family of the same name. Some good political content including discussion of the importance of the European Recovery Plan to rebut 'Soviet-directed Communist aggression' contrary to Churchill's wishes, promoting closer political ties between Britain and the U.S., especially as relates to actions taken in the U.S., labeling Cordell Hull's memoirs as 'psychopathic egotism' and 'petty jealousy', the competency of Selden Chapin, and more. Generally very good.

Lot: 636 - THOMAS C. CLARK

THOMAS C. CLARK (1899-1977) Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, Attorney General under Truman. A good group of seven items, includes: two S.P.s 8 in. x 10 in. b/w, inscribed and signed to ‘Albert' in bottom blank margin; T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Washington, July 11, 1957, on Supreme Court letterhead to Albert Wilkerson, sending the aforementioned photos; a T.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Washington, Apr. 13, 1960, on Supreme Court letterhead to the same admirer, acknowledging his request for an autograph; a T.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Washington, Oct. 24, 1962, on Supreme Court letterhead to Stanley D. Post, with friendly content, a T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Washington, Mar. 6, 1975, on Supreme Court letterhead to Donald M. Kendall, endorsing ‘The Freedom Trail Project', and adding a holograph emendation: ‘PS: I will be glad to be on your advisory board…to the extent that my available time will permit. I sit on the circuits and the District Courts which occupies 2/3 of my time…'; and a signature on a green album page. Seven pieces, overall very good condition.

Lot: 637 - THOMAS F. BAYARD

THOMAS F. BAYARD (1828-1898) U.S. Senator from the prominent Delaware political family, son of senator James A. Bayard, Secretary of State under Grover Cleveland. Black ink signature 'T.F. Bayard' on a 7 x 2.5 in. slip. Minor ink staining else fine.

Lot: 638 - THOMAS HART BENTON

THOMAS HART BENTON (1782-1858) American politician, defender of sound money and distribution of public lands to encourage settlement. Bold signature on a small slip adding ‘U.S. Senate'. Fine.

Lot: 639 - THURGOOD MARSHALL

THURGOOD MARSHALL (1916 - 1993) Supreme Court Justice and civil rights litigator who argued Brown v. Board of Education in 1954. Fine early signature on a small, white card. Fine.

Lot: 640 - WAYNE MACVEAGH (18)

WAYNE MACVEAGH (18) (1833 – 1917) American lawyer, politician and diplomat. He served as the 36th Attorney General of the United States under the administrations of Presidents James A. Garfield and Chester A. Arthur. Fine association lot of 16 A.L.S.s and two T.L.S.s, about half being multi-paged and almost all post 1905. All but one of the letters were sent to his brother FRANKLIN MACVEAGH (1837–1934), an American politician, lawyer, grocer and banker. He served as the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under President William Howard Taft. Largely friendly and familial content in these difficult-to-read letters, with some containing hints of politics, including: '...the Country has been hysterical ever since Hearst - and the Maine - drove us to war with Spain...' Some docketed in blue pencil, overall very good.

Lot: 641 - WILLIAM WILKINS

(1779-1865) American politician, Secretary of War under President John Tyler. L.S., 1p. 4to., Washington, May 27, 1844, to the Ambassador to Russia, Charles S. Todd. In part: ‘...Lieut. John T. McLaughlin, late commander of the squadron, cooperating with the Army in Florida...desires to secure in St. Petersburg either the patent for Lt. Hunter's submerged propeller and improvements in the steam engine, or a caveat which will protect these improvements from being patented in Russia...Lt. McLaughlin will visit Russia in an Iron Steamer built on this plan. He is sole owner and proprietor of Hunter's discoveries...wishes you to aid him in these matters...' Very light spotting, glue remnants on the verso, else very good.

Lot: 642 - 'THE YOUNG LADY'S AND GENTLEMAN'S ATLAS'

'THE YOUNG LADY'S AND GENTLEMAN'S ATLAS' Antique atlas: The Young Lady's and Gentleman's Atlas, for Assisting them in the Knowledge of Geography' by John Adams (London: Darton, Harvey, and Darton), 1818. Front cover loosening, spine worn and cracked at the edges, covers scuffed, contents fine. Contains 24 hand-colored maps, most double page, several fold-out and 40 pages of text. The introduction describes the solar system followed by interesting descriptions of each of the mapped regions and countries. All maps are present and in good condition.

Lot: 643 - [EUGENIE, EMPRESS OF FRANCE]

[EUGENIE, EMPRESS OF FRANCE] (1826-1920) Empress of France and the wife of Napoleon III, she exercised a strong influence on Napoleon in domestic and foreign affairs. Carte-de-visite showing Eugenie in a relaxed pose, backstamp by W & D Downey, Newcastle on Tyne. Very good.

Lot: 644 - [KING GEORGE V AND NICHOLAS II]

[KING GEORGE V AND NICHOLAS II] Fine original photograph, 3.5 in x 5.5 in. sepia, a real-photo postcard showing the pair in formal military dress, dated in plate 1913. Near fine condition, ideal for display. With a modern copy photo. Two pieces.

Lot: 645 - [MARIA ALEXANDROVA]

[MARIA ALEXANDROVA] (MARIE OF HESSE) (1824-1880) Empress of Russia, the first wife of Alexander II. Carte-de-visite portrait showing Marie in a formal seated pose, backstamp by d'Esmaisons, Paris. Very good.

Lot: 646 - [NAPOLEON III]

[NAPOLEON III] (1808-1873) First President of France, the nephew of Napoleon I, also the last Emperor of France, reigning from 1852-1870. Fine carte-de-visit, shows Napoleon in a formal standing pose by Levitsky. Very slight spotting, overall very good condition.

Lot: 647 - CAROL I OIL PAINTING

A well-accomplished oil on canvas painting of CAROL I (1839-1914) King of Romania from 1866 until his death. He was never able to activate his top-secret military alliance with the Austro-Hungarian Empire in World War I, resulting in Romania remaining neutral until they joined the Allies in 1916. Carol I is depicted from the chest up, in uniform, his ribbon bar and other medals proudly on display. Nicely matted and presented in a 24 x 28 in. dark wooden frame. A gold nameplate is mounted to the bottom. Signed 'A. Frank' at the top right by the artist. Fine.

Lot: 648 - CHARLES GRAVIER, COUNT OF VERGENNES

CHARLES GRAVIER, COUNT OF VERGENNES (1719 - 1787) French foreign minister who served as Foreign Minister from 1774 to 1787 during the reign of Louis XVI. Vergennes supplied secret aid to Washington's army and supported open alliance with the American colonists in 1778. After his death in 1787, the French national situation deteriorated, leading to the outbreak of the French Revolution in 1789. Good association manuscript L.S., 7pp. legal folio, Versaille, Oct. 4, 1778 to Swedish Ambassador to France Count Gustaf Philip Creutz (1731-1785). A long and involved letter concerning patents, and especially discussing the matter of the appointment of consuls in France, varieties of consuls proposed by Creutz, and the restriction of rights of foreign agents in Lyon. Bound with a blue ribbon, very good to fine.

Lot: 649 - CHARLES I OIL PAINTING

A well-accomplished oil on canvas painting of CHARLES I (1887-1922) Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary, Croatia, and Bohemia. Charles I is depicted from the chest up, in uniform, his ribbon bar and other medals proudly on display. Nicely matted and presented in a 24 x 28 in. dark wooden frame. A gold nameplate is mounted to the bottom. Signed 'A. Frank' at the top right by the artist. Fine.

Lot: 650 - CHINESE PROPAGANDA ENAMEL PLATE

CHINESE PROPAGANDA ENAMEL PLATE Chinese enameled metal plate with a propagandist message, 11.75 in. dia., depicts a pamphlet of ‘The Speech at the Yan‘an Forum on Literature and Art' by Longmen East in a bed of sunflowers with the Chinese Communist flag in the background. The outer rim of the bowl has letters translated to ‘long live Chairman Mao and his revolutionary literature lineage'. On the back is a maker's mark in blue. Some scratches and a small dent, otherwise very good.

Lot: 651 - CHRISTIAN X OIL PAINTING

A well-accomplished oil on canvas painting of Christian X (1870-1917) Highly popular King of Denmark from 1912 until his death in 1947. Christian X is depicted from the chest up, in uniform, his ribbon bar and other medals proudly on display. Nicely matted and presented in a 24 x 28 in. dark wooden frame. A gold nameplate is mounted to the bottom. Signed 'A. Frank' at the top right by the artist. Fine.

Lot: 652 - CROWN PRINCE WILHELM

(1882 - 1951) Heir to the last German emperor, Wilhelm II, and last Crown Prince of the German Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia. During World War I, he commanded the 5th Army as well as Army Group German Crown Prince Wilhelm. S.P., 4 x 6 in. b/w, a chest, up pose in bemedaled military uniform, signed beneath a typed thank you message on the verso, 1935. Very good.

Lot: 653 - CROWN PRINCE WILHELM OF GERMANY

CROWN PRINCE WILHELM OF GERMANY (1882 - 1951) Eldest child and heir of the last German emperor, Wilhelm II, and the last Crown Prince of the German Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia. S.P., 10 x 13.5 in. overall, a seated pose signed with a large indelible pencil signature on the mount, adding the date '1929'. Fine.

Lot: 654 - FRENCH ENGRAVED TABLE MEDALS (3)

FRENCH ENGRAVED TABLE MEDALS (3) FRANCE LUDOVICUS XVIII GALLIA ET AMERICA FOEDERATA BRONZE MEDAL, 51mm, Franco-America Convention of Navigation and Commerce. By Andrieu and Gayrard. De Puymaurin, director. Dated 1822 (in Roman numerals). LUDOVICUS XVIII FRANC ET NAV REX, head right, with hair tied in ribbon / GALLIA ET AMERICA FOEDERATA, personifications of France, wearing crested Corinthian helm, holding cornucopia and with shield at side, and America, wearing native American headdress, standing leaning on herm at center, engraved MDCCCXXII; WITH: SECOND REPUBLIC MEDAL, Plebiscite of November 21 and 22 Obverse caption: NAPOLEON III - EMPEROR. Obverse shows a are head facing left, signed: BORREL 1852. Reverse captioned 'UNIVERSAL SUFFRAGE / 21, 22 NOV. 1852 / RESTORATION / OF THE EMPIRE' and numbered. Reverse displays an eagle with outstretched wings crowned with a crown, with hand of justice and baton, radiate; WITH: a one-sided meal in bronze, 60mm., commemorates ALPHEE DUBOIS, noted French medal engraver. Signed 'H. Dubois'. Three pieces.

Lot: 655 - IMPROVED ORDER OF RED MEN MEDAL

IMPROVED ORDER OF RED MEN MEDAL Improved Order of Red Men three-piece gold medal, possibly gold plate, red enamel and paint, with leather carrier. Very good.

Lot: 656 - LOUISE MARIE ADELAIDE DE BOURBON

LOUISE MARIE ADELAIDE DE BOURBON (1753-1821) Duchess of d'Orleans and wife of Louis Phillippe II, the mother of France's last king Louis Phillippe I as well as the last member of the Bourbon-Penthievre family. Printed D.S. ‘Marie Adelaide d'Orleans', 4pp. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], an extract of the work ‘Unedited Memoirs of Madame de Genlis'. Not fully translated, but mentioning the Duchess on many occasions, as well as offering a robust critique of the Church! Stephanie Felicite, comtesse de Genlis (1746-1830), was a French writer of over 100 works and Louis Marie's lady in waiting, a role that offered her intimate knowledge of French society and politics. Her best known romance Mademoiselle de Clermont was published in 1802, and her reputation immortalized by her influence on writers such as Jane Austen, Honore de Balzac, Leo Tolstoy, and many others. Very good condition, offered with a lovely tinted engraving of Louis Marie, ideal for framing.

Lot: 657 - LUITPOLD OF BAVARIA

(1821 - 1921) Prince Regent of Bavaria from 1886-1912 due to the incapacity and mental illnesses of his two nephews, Ludwig II and Otto I. Manuscript L.S. as Prince Regent in Italian, 1p. legal folio, Munich, January 14, 1890, to Cardinal Lucien Bonaparte (1828-1895) thanking him for 'the good wishes offered to me on the return of the Holy Festival of the Nativity.' Slightly toned, a few small tears repaired on the verso with tape.

Lot: 658 - MARGARET THATCHER

MARGARET THATCHER (1925 - 2013) first female Prime Minister of Great Britain, serving from 1975-1990. Thatcher was dubbed ‘The Iron Lady' for her commitment to uncompromising politics and leadership style. An oversize FDC postmarked 1975 and honoring the Churchill Cemetery at Blenheim Palace, Churchill's ancestral home. Boldly signed and fine. WITH: an oversize commemorative cover, postmarked June 1977, with gilt-embossed scene honoring Queen Elizabeth II and her formal speech ‘Farewell to Hong Kong', which was delivered by Prince Charles during the handover ceremony on June 30, 1997 to mark the end of 156 years of British colonial rule. Fine. Two pieces.

Lot: 659 - MARIE DE BOURBON (MARIA FRANCESCA OF SAVOY)

MARIE DE BOURBON (MARIA FRANCESCA OF SAVOY) (1914-2001) Daughter of Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy from 1900-1946. Sister of Umberto II and of the Tsarita Giovanna of Bulgaria. A.Q.S. ‘Marie de Bourbon' 1p. 8vo., [n.p], [n.d. but docketed ‘1956' in pencil at top]. In French, in full: ‘I am not inspired. I might be tomorrow…'. Very good.

Lot: 660 - NAPOLEON III MEDAL

NAPOLEON III MEDAL A bronze medal, 2 in. dia., with the obverse showing a bust of Napoleon III with the rim reading ‘NAPOLEON III EMPEROR' with the makers mark ‘BARRE' underneath Napoleon III. The reverse shows a laurel wreath with no text in the center. The meridian has the mark ‘CUIVRE', meaning copper. Fine.

Lot: 661 - OLAV V OF NORWAY

OLAV V OF NORWAY (1903-1991) Son of Haakon VII, honorary Admiral of the British Navy and King of Norway from 1957 until his death. A.N.S. ‘Olav R' 1p. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], the interior of a greeting card penned in English and sending Admiral Lord Fraser ‘…warm and sincere Christmas greetings and all good wishes for the New Year…'. Bruce Fraser, First Baron Fraser of North Cape (1888-1981) was a British Admiral serving in both world wars, later assisting in the creation of NATO. Tape remains at top edge, otherwise boldly written in blue marker and in very good condition.

Lot: 662 - OTTO VON BISMARCK WALL PLAQUE

OTTO VON BISMARCK WALL PLAQUE Sturdy and impressive metal wall plaque bearing a left profile bust of OTTO VON BISMARCK (1815 - 1898), Chancellor of the German Empire who fought Austria in the Seven Weeks' War and put through many economic and social reforms. The image of Bismarck appears above a wreath of oak leaves on the 3.75 x 4.75 x .75 in. piece. Very good.

Lot: 663 - PRINCE LEOPOLD OF THE TWO SICILIES

(1813 – 1860) Third son of Francis I of the Two Sicilies, known as the Count of Syracuse. A.N.S. (unsigned), 1p. 5.25 x 4 in., [n.p., n.d.], to Mary Russell, explaining his royal seal had been destroyed in the fire of the royal palace, but he was sending her the one he commonly used. He seals this note with his wife's seal, bearing a crowned ‘L'. The two seals he sends Russell are included on a separate slip. The lot includes an A.L.S. from Russell on her monogrammed letterhead, 2pp. 4 x 6 in., [n.p.], Feb. 10, 1838, to the Prince thanking him for the seals and promising to take good care of them. With the lot is also a sheet, 6 x 4 in., within which Russell saved the seals. The inside of the sheet bears a verse in Italian, in full: ‘Life is dear to me, and joy even more, but I would part with both, sooner than with your gift.' The two pieces by Russel bear many tears repaired by tape, and the seals the prince sent display some cracking. Overall, very good condition for its age.

Lot: 664 - RAJIV GANDHI

RAJIV GANDHI (1994 - 1991) Prime Minister of India, took office after the assassination of his mother, then–prime minister Indira Gandhi, to become at the age of 40 the youngest Indian prime minister. He served until his defeat at the 1989 election, and then became Leader of the Opposition, Lok Sabha, resigning in December 1990, six months before his own assassination. Fine S.P., 5 x 7 in. color, a formal portrait signed in the white bottom margin and dated '1986'. Very good.

Lot: 665 - SERIES OF CHINESE PROPAGANDA POSTERS

SERIES OF CHINESE PROPAGANDA POSTERS A wall chart series of 24 propaganda posters, 31 x 12 in, teaching the general populous on how to perform air defense strategies. The first poster depicts the Chinese armed forces getting ready to go to battle with an unseen enemy along with a quote from Chairman Mao, the majority of the posters teach the people how to defend the country from any arial attacks, and the final poster shows a collection of people of different races and sexes underneath a red communist banner, being led by the Chinese. Fine. Includes the paper band which was once used to hold them together.

Lot: 666 - TOMAS G. MASARYK 85TH BIRTHDAY COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL

TOMAS G. MASARYK 85TH BIRTHDAY COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL Solid bronze table medal commemorating the 85th birthday of Tomas Masaryk (1850–1937), Czechoslovak statesman, political activist and philosopher who served as the first president of Czechoslovakia from 1918 to 1935 and regarded as the founding father of Czechoslovakia. Bronze medallion 2 3/8 in. dia. with Masaryk's right profile on the obverse, with the commemorative message appearing on obverse. Very good, in original presentation case.

Lot: 667 - WILLIAM E. GLADSTONE

WILLIAM E. GLADSTONE (1809 - 1898) British statesman for over 60 years, including 12 years as Prime Minister. He was known as an advocate for working-class people, earning the nickname ‘The People's William'. Cut signature with subscription, with a 4.5 x 6.5 in. cabinet photograph. Very good.

Lot: 668 - (THOMAS EDISON)

(THOMAS EDISON) Excellent period mounted printed portrait photograph, 15 x 18.5 in. Margins a bit soiled, else very good.

Lot: 669 - 'SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS' FLOWN AIRCRAFT LINEN

'SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS' FLOWN AIRCRAFT LINEN Original .5 x .5 in. swatch of silver-doped linen from Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, flown on the aircraft during its May 20-21, 1927 non-stop flight from New York to Paris, France. The swatch is set upon a 10.5 x 8 in. artist's display showing the Spirit of St. Louis circling the Eiffel Tower, along with an image of the airplane stripped of fabric following it's flight, pictures of the provenance for this relic, a lengthy description of the provenance, and the signature of the artist who prepared this display. Framed in black, a very rare and most desirable relic! According to the artist who purchased the linen, in the 1930s Col. George Burling Jarrett had already accumulated sections of the 1903 Wright Flyer, Richthofen's Fokker Dr. I, Emelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra, and Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis. Jarrett often shared portions of his collection with his friends, and on March 21st, 1937, he sent some of his Lindbergh linen, along with a descriptive letter, to Richard Boehme. This silver doped linen fragment was among a vast quantity of historic aviation material acquired by the artist from the Boehme Estate in 2022, the majority of which originated with Col. Jarrett between 1936 and 1973. As detailed by Jarrett in writing, this linen was among the skinning removed from the Spirit of St. Louis in Paris, France after Lindbergh's historic flight in 1927. It was on the aircraft during its trans-Atlantic flight.

Lot: 670 - (HINDENBURG DISASTER) MARGHERITA THIELKE (3)

(HINDENBURG DISASTER) MARGHERITA THIELKE (3) (1928-2015) Witness to the Hindenburg disaster at Lakehurst, New Jersey on May 6, 1937. Fine lot of three I.S.P.'s, one 10 x 8 in. b/w, and two 6 x 4 in. (one color, one b/w). Thielke signs all three as ‘Margherita (Marge) Thielke' in blue ink, adding her age at the time of signing and some variation of ‘Witness to Hindenburg crash at age 11', as well as the date of the disaster. The largest photo bears a PSA authentication label at bottom right and is accompanied by a small certificate. All in fine condition.

Lot: 671 - AIRSHIP SHOULDER PATCH

AIRSHIP SHOULDER PATCH An embroidered airship shoulder batch, 3.5 x 2 in. black felt with white embroidery, origin unknown but the silhouette not unlike the USS AKRON or similar American airships. Sold as is.

Lot: 672 - AMERICAN ARMY TEST PILOT'S PHOTO AND DOCUMENT ARCHIVE

AMERICAN ARMY TEST PILOT'S PHOTO AND DOCUMENT ARCHIVE Important collection of hundreds of photographs and documents gathered by and largely concerning Army test pilot Stefan Cavallo. According the the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum website, Cavallo graduated from New York University with a degree in aeronautical engineering. Before World War II, he learned to fly and earned a civilian

Lot: 673 - AVIATION HISTORY: WRIGHT-CURTISS MERGER BRASS PLAQUE

AVIATION HISTORY: WRIGHT-CURTISS MERGER BRASS PLAQUE A handsome brass plaque that celebrated the merging of Wright Aeronautical Corporation with the Curtiss Aeroplane & Motor Company' in 1929, 2.25 x 4 in., signed ‘JPS' at right. The Wright-Curtiss merger brought together 18 affiliated companies and 29 subsidiaries, which formally created the Curtiss-Wright Corporation. With total assets of more than $70 million and stock valued at $220 million, the company was immediately considered the world's most prodigious aviation concern. Fine.

Lot: 674 - BLERIOT XI RELIC

BLERIOT XI RELIC Great relic of the innovative Bleriot XI, a a 2 x 2 in. piece of original fuselage fabric from this historic aircraft, obtained directly from the Smithsonian Institution. The relic is mounted to a 15 x 20 in. backing with descriptive text and a photo of the aircraft, all set into a black wood frame. The Bleriot print reads as follows: 'On July 25, 1909 Louis Bleriot flew the English Channel in a frail monoplane powered by a three cylinder Anzani engine that developed only 25-30 horsepower. Over the next five years hundreds of copies of the Bleriot 11 were produced, making it one of the most popular aircraft of the pre-World War 1 era. The Bleriot 11 in the collection of the National Air and Space Museum was built in 1914. Fitted with a Gnome Sigma engine, the machine was flown by Swiss exhibition pilot John Domenjoz in Europe and the United States.' Fine condition. These framed presentations were sold to help further the restoration efforts on the historic plane, and the aircraft remains in the collection of the National Air and Space Museum.

Lot: 675 - BUZZ ALDRIN

BUZZ ALDRIN (b. 1930) American astronaut and pilot of the Apollo 11 lunar module who walked on the moon with Neil Armstrong. Signed copy of his book ‘Magnificent Desolation' (New York: Harmony Books) 2009. 326pp. 8vo., signed on the front flyleaf in blue ink. Fine.

Lot: 676 - CHUCK YEAGER

CHUCK YEAGER (1923-2020) United States Air Force officer, flying ace, and record-setting test pilot, the first pilot confirmed to have exceeded the speed of sound in level flight. I.S.P., 8 x 10 in. color, Yeager in a flight suit next to an F-20 Tigershark with the inscription ‘To Norm Kent Good Luck! Chuck Yeager'. Includes a PSA authentication label at bottom right, and is accompanied by a small certificate. Fine.

Lot: 677 - FLOYD GIBBONS

FLOYD GIBBONS (1887 - 1939) American aviator and journalist who was the war correspondent for the Chicago Tribune during World War I. One of radio's first news reporters and commentators, he was famous for a fast-talking delivery style. He lived a life of danger of which he often wrote and spoke: he covered the Pancho Villa Expedition in 1916, was a Marine war hero at Chateau Thierry, and flew with Robert E. Byrd over the North Pole. Fine association signed book, his novel 'The Red Napoleon' (Norwood, Mass.: Plimpton Press), 1929. Limited, signed first edition, inscribed to WALTER HINTON (1888-1981), an early American aviator, most famous for completing the first ever transatlantic flight in 1919, nine years before Charles Lindbergh and a close friend of the Wright brothers. Gibbons writes on the limitation page: 'Dear Walter Here's your citation F.G.'. He adds beneath: 'To Air Commodore Walter Hinton in admiring recognition of his distinguished services in the U.S. air forces during the great War of the Roses - 1933-36. Floyd Gibbons Bermuda - July 16 - 1941'. A few water spots to cover, else fine.

Lot: 678 - FRANK BORMAN

FRANK BORMAN (1928-2023) American astronaut who served in the Gemini and Apollo programs. T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Miami, Sept. 13, 1982, to Duke Schneider on Eastern Airlines letterhead, sending thanks for his ‘…praise of the crew members on board Flight 345…'. Boldly signed and very good.

Lot: 679 - FRENCH AVIATION MEDALS (3)

FRENCH AVIATION MEDALS (3) Good lot of three French aviation medals, includes: 2 5/8 in. bronze medal depicting a woman in flight above a monoplane, reverse undedicated with the title: 'AVIATION', medal by F. Montagny; 1930 Coste and Bellonte 2 5/8 in. dia. bronze commemorative medal, their busts on obverse, and their aircraft before Paris and New York skylines on reverse, cased; and Henry Giffard Balloon Ascent commemorative medal; obverse showing a relief of Giffard's tethered balloon depicted over the Paris skyline, embossed text 'PANORAMA DE PARIS 1878', reverse embossed text: 'SOUVENIR DE MON ASCENSION DANS LE GRAND BALLON CAPTIF A VAPEUR DE MR. HENRY GIFFARD'. Tarnished, with torn original ribbon. Three pieces.

Lot: 680 - GERMAN AIR TRANSPORT AND COMMERCIAL BADGES (15)

GERMAN AIR TRANSPORT AND COMMERCIAL BADGES (15) A selection of 15 German air transport and commercial cap and uniform badges, post-Imperial ca. 1920s, some complete and some unfinished, pinback and sew-on.

Lot: 681 - GERMAN AIR TRANSPORT AND COMMERCIAL BADGES (15)

GERMAN AIR TRANSPORT AND COMMERCIAL BADGES (15) A selection of 15 German air transport and commercial cap and uniform badges, post-Imperial ca. 1920s, some complete and some unfinished, pinback and sew-on.

Lot: 682 - GRAF ZEPPELIN

GRAF ZEPPELIN S.P., 10 x 8 in. b/w, a Navy Dept.-issue photograph of the zeppelin Graf Zeppelin partway into a hangar, presumably in Germany. The photograph is signed by: CHARLES E. ROSENDAHL (1892– 1977), a highly decorated vice admiral in the Navy, and an advocate of lighter-than-air flight. Rosendahl served on the dirigible Shenandoah, was an observer aboard the Graf Zeppelin as she made her first Atlantic crossing, was aboard the Graf Zeppelin's 'Round the World' flight as observer and watch officer and was in command at Lakehurst on the night of May 6, 1937, where he witnessed the destruction of the Hindenburg, leading firefighting and rescue efforts. Also signed by HANS VON SCHILLER (1891-1976), German zeppelin crewman and captain, captained innumerable flights to the US and South America (from Germany) until the Hindenburg disaster in 1937 brought an end to this form of travel. It was only because of a delay in Rio that he was unable to reach Friedrichshafen to join the last flight of the Hindenburg. Von Schiller commanded the early flights of the LZ 130 Graf Zeppelin II as well. Also signed by one other, unidentified. Fine.

Lot: 683 - HIGHWAY AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY LANDING PAMPHLET

An original bulletin published by the 'Inyo Good Road Club' outlining the need for airplanes to use major roads or highways to land if necessary, 4pp. 9 in. x 12 in., California, July 7, 1920. In part: 'We are at the dawn of a new epoch - navigation of the air....Aircraft are entitled to as much consideration as automobiles...Hence the necessity for an area set apart exclusively for a landing place....In addition to the foregoing in the commerce and coast defense highway bill for the Pacific Slope, the stipulation is made for the establishment of an Aerial Coast Patrol, a preeminent national utility to protect maritime interests in time of peace, and guard the seaboard in time of threatened invasion.' Fine condition.

Lot: 684 - HINDENBURG AND ZEPPELIN PERIOD POSTCARDS (3)

HINDENBURG AND ZEPPELIN PERIOD POSTCARDS (3) A group of three period real-photo postcards of the zeppelin ‘Hindenburg', showing the observation deck of the airship with passengers enjoying the view; the lounge; and the airship in flight. Together with a postcard showing an airship in flight, not identified but titled ‘Zeppelin over Bad Kissingen July 15, 1930'. Together four pieces, very good.

Lot: 685 - HUGO ECKENER

HUGO ECKENER (1868 - 1954) German engineer and aviator, president of the Zeppelin Company, builder of the Graf Zeppelin which successfully circled the earth. His later project, the Hindenburg airship, burst into flames killing 34 people. His bold signature on the verso of a 5.5 in. x 3.5 in. real-photo postcard of the Hindenburg on its flight from Germany to the United States, August 5, 1936. Canceled Aug. 6, 1936, with cachet. Central fold results in a few cracks to emulsion of photograph, else very good.

Lot: 686 - JACQUES COUSTEAU

(1910 - 1997) French ocean explorer, inventor and film maker, he invented the aqualung and developed undersea structures to house divers for long periods of time. A signed first edition copy of his book: ‘The Silent World' (New York: Harper and Brother Publishers), 1953. 266pp. 8vo., no dust jacket. Signed and inscribed on the dedication page in blue ink. Mounted to the first flyleaf is a magazine clipping reviewing the book. A few chips and tears to the covers and spine, still quite good.

Lot: 687 - LAKEHURST NAVAL AIR STATION PENNANT

LAKEHURST NAVAL AIR STATION PENNANT Rare small orange pennant issued as a souvenir from the Lakehurst (New Jersey) Naval Air Station and picturing a U.S. Navy airship, 8 x 4 in. overall, with two tie-holes at the left to secure the pennant to a dowel. Old album mounting traces on the verso, else fine.

Lot: 688 - ORVILLE WRIGHT

ORVILLE WRIGHT (1871-1948) American inventor and a pioneer of flight, Wright, with his brother Wilbur, made the first successful flight of a motor-driven airplane. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. 8.5 x 3.25 in., Dayton, Jan. 12, 1934, a manuscript check drawing on the Winters National Bank & Trust Co. to make a payment of $5.01 to 'The Dayton Power & Light Co.' Boldly signed at bottom. Punch cancel clear of signature, near fine.

Lot: 689 - OUTER HULL METAL RELIC FROM YURI GAGARIN’S VOSTOK 1

OUTER HULL METAL RELIC FROM YURI GAGARIN'S VOSTOK 1 A neat Russian space program relic: an approx. .5 x .25 of flown metal fragments from a hollow bolt installed in Yuri Gagarin's Vostok 1, housed under cellophane and affixed to a reproduction of a color photo showing the rocket before take-off. Limited to 250 editions, this relic comes with a COA Artifact Cloud memorabilia, signed by Florian Noller. Fine condition.

Lot: 690 - U.S.S. SHENANDOAH SURVIVOR SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH

U.S.S. SHENANDOAH SURVIVOR SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH U.S.S. SHENANDOAH (ZR-1) survivor signed photograph, 10 x 8 in. b/w, shows portraits of the surviving officers and crew of the doomed airship, signed beneath their respective portraits by two survivors of the crash, future Lt. Commander FREDERICK J. TOBIN, who would later command the Navy landing party for the arrival of the zeppelin Hindenburg on May 6, 1937 when the airship exploded into flames, and lead rescue operations in response, and by Lt. ROLAND G. MAYER, the airship's ballast officer. Fine. USS Shenandoah was the first of four United States Navy rigid airships. It was constructed during 1922–1923 at Lakehurst Naval Air Station, and first flew in September 1923. It developed the U.S. Navy's experience with rigid airships and made the first crossing of North America by airship. On the 57th flight, Shenandoah was destroyed in a squall line over Ohio in September 1925. Fourteen crew members, including Commander Zachary Lansdowne, were killed. Lansdowne and eight crew members in the control car died when the car detached and fell from the airship; two men died after falling through holes in the hull; and four mechanics who fell with the engines were killed. There were twenty-nine survivors, who succeeded in riding the three sections of the airship to earth.

Lot: 691 - 'ACROSS THE RIVER AND INTO THE TREES', FIRST AMERICAN EDITION

'ACROSS THE RIVER AND INTO THE TREES', FIRST AMERICAN EDITION Ernest Hemingway's 'Across the River and Into the Trees' [New York: Charles Scribner`s Sons), 1950. 308pp. 8vo. First U.S. edition, with Scribner logo and letter 'A' on verso of title page. Title on spine is faded, Hemingway's gilt signature on cover is fine. With dust jacket bearing just a few tiny marginal chips and small tear on back, not price clipped.

Lot: 692 - AUGUST VILLEROY

AUGUST VILLEROY (1867-1955) French author, a literary critic for various magazines/newspapers such as Paris-Soir; also the author of poetry. World War I-date A.L.S. in French on his ‘Rue de Ponthieu' letterhead, 1p. 4to., Paris, Nov. 16, 1916, requesting 200 copies of ‘Songs of War', and 100 of ‘Coq of France', most likely to be sent to the front. Very good.

Lot: 693 - EDGAR A. GUEST

EDGAR A. GUEST (1881-1959) Prolific English-born American poet who was popular in the first half of the 20th century and became known as the 'People's Poet'. Typed D.S. ‘Edgar A. Guest', 2pp. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], a copy of poem, a tribute in ‘pigeon English' to poet Frank Lebby Stanton, who died in 1927. Near fine condition.

Lot: 694 - ETHEL LYNN BEERS

ETHEL LYNN BEERS (1827 – 1879) American poet best known for her patriotic and sentimental Civil War poem ‘All Quiet Along the Potomac Tonight.' A.M.S., her handwritten copy of ‘All Quiet Along the Potomac Tonight' signed at conclusion. Large marginal chips affecting the text, just good.

Lot: 695 - HENRI BARBUSSE

HENRI BARBUSSE (1873-1935) French novelist remembered for his 1916 novel ‘Under Fire', about World War I, which had a major impact on other writers such as Ernest Hemingway and Erich Maria Remarque. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Paris, May 18, 1914, in French to a friend on blue letterhead of Librairie Hachette, sending thanks for a letter. A few foxed spots, otherwise very good.

Lot: 696 - KATHLEEN WINSOR

KATHLEEN WINSOR (1919 – 2003) American author. She is best known for her first work, the 1944 historical novel Forever Amber. The novel, racy for its time, became a runaway bestseller even as it drew criticism from some authorities for its depictions of sexuality. Good content T.L.S., 1p. 4to., New York, Nov. 14, 1944, to an Army sergeant. She thanks the man for sending her a book review: '...It was very good of you to send me the clipping from the Kansas City Star of the review of FOREVER AMBER...it is, of course, interesting to know the reaction in various sections of the country. I do appreciate your remarks about 'AMBER'...' Fine.

Lot: 697 - RUSSEL CROUSE

RUSSEL CROUSE (1893 – 1966) American playwright and librettist, best known for his work in the Broadway writing partnership of Lindsay and Crouse. T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., New York, Apr. 22, 1944 to a soldier: '...I am glad ARSENIC AND OLD LACE gave you some pleasure. It was also played in army camps by the U.S.O. for almost a year and a short version is being played overseas...If there is anything we can do for you guys who are doing so much for us, let me know...' Light toning, else fine.

Lot: 698 - ANTIQUE CHECKS AND SIGHT DRAFTS

ANTIQUE CHECKS AND SIGHT DRAFTS Lot of 14 variously sized bank checks and sight drafts dating from 1856 to 1882 from banks in Petersburg, VA, Chicago, IL, Baltimore, MD, and Philadelphia, PA. Some of the banks include: Peoples National Bank Rock Island, Exchange Bank of Virginia and Farmers Bank of Virginia. In overall good condition.

Lot: 699 - JACK BOOKBINDER

(1911 - 1990) American painter and print-maker. A.L.S. within a card picturing one of his works, 10 x 7 in. (opened), [n.p., n.d.], sends thanks to an admirer, adding: 'I hope you like this reproduction of my little Mexican friend...' Fine.

Lot: 700 - JOSEPH DOMJAN

(1907 - 1992) Hungarian-American woodblock printmaker and painter. A.N.S. within a card reproducing one of his woodblock prints, 8.5 x 6 in., sends thanks and new year's wishes. Fine.

Lot: 701 - LARRY LEWIS

(b. 1929) American cartoonist best known for his daily comic strip 'Campus Clatter.' T.L.S. on personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., [n.p.], Feb. 9,1972, letter to fan. In part: '...After hoping and trying to break into the comic strip business for many years, it was quite a thrill to see my first published strip and to realize it was appearing all over the country...' Accompanied by a bold signature on a 3.5 x 4 in. card. Fine condition.

Lot: 702 - MARTY LINKS

(1917-2008) American cartoonist most famous for her comic strip 'Emmy Lou.' A.N.S., 1p. 3.5 x 5.5 in., [n.p., n.d.], reading in full 'My greatest satisfaction during my career has been bearing three children.' Fine condition.

Lot: 703 - WILLIAM SANDESON

(1913-2003) American cartoonist who worked for many different newspapers across America over his career. Fine I.S.P., 5 x 5 in., b/w, a chest up seated portrait, signed on the front with a dedication. Accompanied by a black ink signature on a 3.5 x 5 in. card. Fine condition.

Lot: 704 - EDWARD TENNYSON REED

EDWARD TENNYSON REED (1860-1933) British cartoonist most known for his political illustrations. A.L.S. 'E.T. Reed', 4pp. 8vo., England, Nov. 3, [n.y.], to W. Dillion informing him that he must cancel a lecture he was supposed to give. Slightly toned with some ink show through, else fine.

Lot: 705 - WILLIAM STEIG

WILLIAM STEIG (1907 – 2003) American cartoonist, illustrator and writer of children's books, best known for the picture book Shrek!, which inspired the film series of the same name. Brief A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., New York [n.d.], thanking a man for his clipping and 'fine note'. Fine.

Lot: 706 - CLIFF ROBERTS (3)

(1929-1999) American cartoonist and animator who created the Jasper and Julius characters for the ‘Sesame Street' comic strip. He later worked as an animator on the Saturday morning cartoons ‘The Smurfs', 'Scooby-Doo' and ‘The Pink Panther'. Nice collection of three signed pieces, including a signed card adding ‘Sesame Street', a sketch of a bee and another unknown character; WITH an A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], Feb. 16, 1972, in part:'...my greatest satisfaction, hands down, is the comic strip. I've always wanted to do one and it only took me 42 years to realize my ambition...' He adds a postscript, in full: ‘P.S. Being asked for your autographs ain't half-bad in the satisfaction dept!'; WITH the original mailing envelope for the A.L.S. signed at the top left. Accompanied by a small ‘Sesame Street' comic, 3.75 x 2.5 in., by Roberts. Three pieces, fine.

Lot: 707 - REGINALD SMYTHE (2)

(1917-1998) British cartoonist most famous for his long running comic strip 'Andy Capp'. Lot of two signed items, including a T.L.S. on ‘Daily Mirror' letterhead, 1p. 8vo., London, Nov. 14, 1963. In part: ‘...you ask me what I consider to be my greatest satisfaction. I have given it a lot of thought and think I get the biggest kick out of being able to smoke whole cigarettes – until Andy came along it was end-butts. No kidding...'; WITH an S.P., 6.5 x 8 in. b/w, depicting Smythe at his desk, cigarette in hand, working on his next ‘Andy Capp' cartoon. Inscribed and signed at the bottom margin. Possibly trimmed at the top margin. Accompanied by a brief history of the comic strip, featuring a printed image of Capp and Florrie at the top. Fine condition.

Lot: 708 - NORMAN ROCKWELL

NORMAN ROCKWELL (1894-1978) American painter and illustrator known for his homey, American genre paintings. A printed copy of his artwork ‘Sleep Tight', 14 in. x 11 in. b/w, showing a young girl tucking her dolls into their cradle at bedtime. Boldly signed in black marker at bottom, fine condition, well-suited to display.

Lot: 709 - NORMAN ROCKWELL

NORMAN ROCKWELL (1894-1978) American painter and illustrator known for his homey, American genre paintings. A printed copy of his artwork, 14 in. x 11 in. b/w, showing a boy fishing while his resting father and beagle look on. Boldly signed in black marker at the bottom, fine condition, well-suited to display.

Lot: 710 - ERIC ERICSON

ERIC ERICSON (1914-1959) American cartoon artist, remembered for his 1943 creation ‘The Grounded Gremlin', which became popular during World War II when British fighter pilots began blaming ‘gremlins' for technical defects in their aircraft. Ericson's ‘gremlin' never flew, but remained on ground playing pranks on innocent civilians. A group of four original pencil cartoons ca. 1950s and showing humorous social situations, each executed on 11 in. x 8 in. cardboard, boldly signed. Very good condition.

Lot: 711 - CHESTER GOULD

CHESTER GOULD (1900 - 1985) American cartoonist who was first to introduce crime and violence to the comics with his creation ‘Dick Tracy'. A great item, a four-panel original hand-inked and signed strip from ‘Dick Tracy'. Titled ‘Four's a Crowd', it measures 21 in. x 7 in. and is signed both in the panel and additionally inscribed and signed in bottom blank margin. Light soiling and a tape-repair, overall condition.

Lot: 712 - STAN DRAKE

STAN DRAKE (1921-1997) American cartoonist best known for his long-running ‘soap opera' strip ‘The Heart of Juliet Jones', also collaborated with Dean Young on the daily ‘Blondie' strip from 1984 until his death. Signed original artwork, one panel of a cartoon measuring 8 in. x 6 in., signed and inscribed to a fan in blue ink. Very good.

Lot: 713 - JOHN KILLEEN

JOHN KILLEEN (?-?) American cartoonist. A neat group of seven original hand-inked and signed cartoons on 11 x 9 in. cardboard, ca. 1950s. Overall very good condition, a great dealer's lot. Seven pieces.

Lot: 714 - IRWIN HASEN

IRWIN HASEN (1918–2015) American cartoonist best known as the creator (with Gus Edson) of the Dondi comic strip. He also had a significant run on DC Comics' original Green Lantern in the 1940s as well as creating Wildcat. Original inscribed and signed portrait of his famous cartoon character 'Dondi' executed in blue marker on a 3 x 6 in. card, 1974. Small area of damping in Dondi's hair, else fine.

Lot: 715 - MAURICE SENDAK

MAURICE SENDAK (1928-2012) American illustrator and writer of children's books. He became widely known for his book ‘Where the Wild Things Are', first published in 1963. Fine signed poster 22 x 28 in. color, designed for the 43rd Season of the Houston Grand Opera, 1997-1998, and shows a frightened little boy holding an American flag, with a woman in a kimono bearing over him. Signed in pen at bottom and in fine condition.

Lot: 716 - LITHOGRAPH OF SKATERS ON A DUTCH CANAL

LITHOGRAPH OF SKATERS ON A DUTCH CANAL A 29 x 14 in. lithograph depicting citizens of a Dutch city enjoying the weather while skating. Between the crowd and the shore is an ice breaker making way for a cargo ship coming up behind. In the background is the city itself, with Dutch-gabled houses, a large park, horse-drawn carriages, people walking about, and several windmills in the far distance, all beneath a partly cloudy sky. Some splits, otherwise very good. Framed.

Lot: 717 - BRITISH SATIRICAL ENGRAVING: 'MOONSHINE’

BRITISH SATIRICAL ENGRAVING: 'MOONSHINE' A humorous eighteenth-century satirical engraving printed by Garnet Terry, London, Sept. 1774 and titled ‘Moonshine, or the Wonders of Great Britain'. 1p. 11 in. x 9 in., depicting the illicit distilling in Great Britain – a popular subject for artists of the time. The chaotic scene contains a number of jabs against the country, and mocks the landscape, social scene, acts of Parliament, and even the ‘resuscitation' of an inebriant using bellows up the backside! Folds, light soiling and wear to edges, still very good.

Lot: 718 - BRITISH SATIRICAL ENGRAVING: ‘REAL SORROW!!!’

BRITISH SATIRICAL ENGRAVING: ‘REAL SORROW!!!' A hand-tinted engraving printed by John Fairburn, Ludgate Hill London. 1p. 16.5 in. x 11.5 in., published July 5, 1830, and depicting Marchioness Elizabeth Conyngham, suspected mistress of George IV, shedding tears with her husband, the Tory politician Francis Conyngham, over their metaphorical expulsion from Windsor Castle. Monstrously fat and wearing a low-cut dress, the Marchioness is pilloried as vulgar and declasse, while her husband to her right bears ludicrous antlers. Tipped to a 19.5 x 16 in. mat and in overall very good condition.

Lot: 719 - THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ORIGINAL COMIC STRIP ART

THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ORIGINAL COMIC STRIP ART Three panels from Stan Lee's most famous strip, executed in pen and pencil by illustrator LARRY LIEBER. Measures 14 x 5.5 in. and dated ‘Thursday 7-11-96' at the top. Very good to fine, and ideal for display!

Lot: 720 - NORMAN ROCKWELL

NORMAN ROCKWELL (1894 - 1978) American painter and illustrator known for his homey, American genre paintings. A nice print, 14.25 x 11.25 in., a sketch showing a father taking his young son to a museum which has on display a Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton. Fine.

Lot: 721 - NORMAN ROCKWELL

NORMAN ROCKWELL (1894 - 1978) American painter and illustrator known for his homey, American genre paintings. A nice print, 11.25 x 14.25 in., his sketch ‘Sons Football Game' showing a wife and father cheering on their son at his football game. Fine.

Lot: 722 - (AL JAFFEE) ‘THE SUPREME FAMILY’ SKETCHES AND ARTWORK (7)

(AL JAFFEE) ‘THE SUPREME FAMILY' SKETCHES AND ARTWORK (7) A fine collection of sketches and artwork done by the noted artist AL JAFFEE (1921-1923), noted comic artist who worked at Mad Magazine for 65 years, known for the famed Mad fold-in. The artwork offered here is titled ‘The Supreme Family', depicting Associate Justices Antonin Scalia and Samuel Alito as husband and wife as Associate Justice Clarence Thomas sits on Scalia's lap. Included is a sketch in pencil, along with four studies drawn in different colored pencils with slightly different poses, including a framed portrait of an unidentified woman, and two smaller facial studies with changes to Thomas, who has dog ears, and Scalia, who has a bow and luscious locks, with Alito having a more pointed head. One of the studies has a chipped corner while the other has a bent corner, otherwise very good.

Lot: 723 - (JOSHUA REYNOLDS) ENGRAVING OF THOMAS TOMKINS

(JOSHUA REYNOLDS) ENGRAVING OF THOMAS TOMKINS Fine mezzotint of Thomas Tomkins (1572–1656), Welsh-born composer of the late Tudor and early Stuart period, by Charles Turner after Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792), published 6 May 1805 (1789). 14 x 10 in. (356 mm x 254 mm) plate size; 18 in. x 14 1/4 in. (457 mm x 363 mm) paper size. A printed note in the engraving reads: 'The last Portrait Sir. J. Reynolds Exhibited 1789'. A few foxed spots and some soiling to the margins, the image remaining fine. Loosely framed.

Lot: 724 - (BATMAN COMICS) JOHN STANISCI

(BATMAN COMICS) JOHN STANISCI (b. 1968) American cartoonist, started in the industry in the early 1990s with Marvel Comics on their Marvel Comics Presents… title. Since then he has worked on a variety of titles in his career including Batman (and its spinoffs), Spider-Man (various titles), and William Shatner's TekWorld. Complete comic book: 'Batman Beyond' no. 5/6, Dec. 2010, signed by Stanisci, who undertook art within the comic, on the cover. Nicely double-matted and set into a black wood frame.

Lot: 725 - (METROPOLITAN OPERA HOUSE) FRANCIS ROBINSON

(1910 - 1980) Metropolitan Opera press and tour director, a guest on opera broadcasts, the host of 'Live From the Met' telecasts, and affectionately known as 'Mr. Metropolitan.' Lot of four T.L.S.'s and one A.L.S 'Francis,' three on Met letterhead, 6pp. total, 1945-65, most to Mary L. Chandler with friendly content, also with mention of Galli-Curci and Caruso. Very good.

Lot: 726 - CLASSICAL MUSIC AND OPERA (14)

CLASSICAL MUSIC AND OPERA (14) A lot of 14 signatures of classical music and opera personalities, in various formats (noted). Includes: ANDRZEJ PANUFNIK (T.N.S. 1980): ALDO CECCATO (S.P.); GREGORY TURAY (S.P.); ALFRED SAVIA (A.N.S.); DOMINICK ARGENTO (A.M.Q.S. on small card); DWAYNE CROFT (S.P.); GIOVANNI MEONI (two S.P.s); JOHN C. ADAMS (A.M.Q.S. on FDC honoring the 35 cent Americana Series-1980); KEVIN L. HIATT (A.M.Q.S. on card); VLADIMIR ASHKENAZY (signed FDC honoring the 35 cent Americana Series-1980); and NICHOLAS MAW (two A.M.Q.S. on 3x5 cards and an A.L.S. sending them). Overall very good.

Lot: 727 - ENRICO CARUSO

ENRICO CARUSO (1873-1921) Italian tenor, very possibly the greatest of all time. His repertoire included over 40 operas such as I Pagliacci and La Boheme. Brief A.N.S. on the verso of a postcard showing the Armories in Toronto, postmarked May 12, 1908, to his mistress Sybil Seligman, in full: ‘Migliori Saluti Caruso'. Boldly penned and very good.

Lot: 728 - GUSTAVE CHARPENTIER

GUSTAVE CHARPENTIER (1860 - 1956) French composer of orchestral suites, dramatic works, and operas. A.L.S., 1p. 8vo. [n.p., n.d.], in French to a close friend. A bit difficult to read, but mentioning that his friends 'influences' are 'the same' and also dramatically mentioning 'emotions'. Worthy of a proper translation. Fine.

Lot: 729 - JEAN NOUGUES (9)

JEAN NOUGUES (9) (1875 – 1932) French composer of operas, most notably the opera Quo Vadis. Good lot of nine A.L.S.s, each about 8vo., in French, largely untranslated but content seems generally routine.

Lot: 730 - 'WILD WILD WEST'

'WILD WILD WEST' A press kit for the 1999 film 'Wild Wild West', starring Will Smith and Kevin Kline. Contains (16) 8 x 10 in. b/w press photos of scenes from the film, including one signed by star WILL SMITH and another by SELMA HAYEK. With: a 13pp. typed list of the persons involved in the making of the film, and a 5pp. press release, all presented in a color folder measuring 9 in. x 12 in. Fine.

Lot: 731 - ‘DARKMAN’ POSTER

‘DARKMAN' POSTER A large 104 x 35 in. advertising banner for ‘DARKMAN COMING THIS AUGUST' in large yellow font with a dark silhouette of a man between ‘M' and ‘A'. 'Darkman' was a 1990 superhero film directed by Sam Raimi and stared Liam Neeson in the lead role as a scientist bent on taking revenge on those who disfigured him and left him for dead. Fine.

Lot: 732 - BETTY GRABLE

BETTY GRABLE (1916 - 1973) American actress and pin-up girl of World War II. Superb vintage I.S.P., 7.75 x 9.75 in b/w, an early glamour shot showing Grable full length, inscribed and signed 'Betty' in slightly faded red in. Trimmed slightly at right and left margins, else fine.

Lot: 733 - BILLY ECKSTINE

BILLY ECKSTINE (1914 – 1993) American jazz and pop singer, and a bandleader of the swing era. Great signed photo, 8 x 10 in. black and white, a chest-up pose inscribed signed in blue ink. Fine condition.

Lot: 734 - ERNST RUCKERT

(1886 - 1950) German stage and film actor, performing in over 150 films. He survived the war after being drafted in 1940 but hanged himself on Sep. 3, 1945. S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, a photo postcard showing Ruckert dressed in character in an unknown film, signed at the bottom margin. Fine.

Lot: 735 - FORREST TUCKER

FORREST TUCKER (1919 – 1986) American actor in movies and television who appeared in nearly a hundred films. His most remembered role was likely as Sgt. O'Rourke on the television series 'F Troop'. Very early I.S.P., 5 x 7 in. b/w, a portrait in cowboy gear inscribed and signed in blue ink at bottom. Fine.

Lot: 736 - GENE LITTLER

GENE LITTLER (1930 – 2019) American professional golfer and a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame. Known for a solid temperament and nicknamed 'Gene the Machine' for his smooth, rhythmical swing, he once said that, 'Golf is not a game of great shots. It's a game of the best misses. The people who win make the smallest mistakes.' Vintage I.S.P., 8 x 10 in. b/w, shows Liuttler teeing-off, nicely signedf at lower left. Fine.

Lot: 737 - HOLLYWOOD STARS (10)

HOLLYWOOD STARS (10) Lot of ten 8 x 10 in. signed photographs of various Hollywood stars, includes JANET GAYNOR, GENE EVANS, DORO MERANDE, ALAN LADD, ALBERT FINNEY, MONTE HALE, MARSHALL CAREY, MARGARET O'BRIEN, IRENE DUNNE and RUTGER HAUER. Generally fine condition, sold as a lot. May include secretarial examples. Ten pcs.

Lot: 738 - JOE NAMATH

JOE NAMATH (b. 1944) American football player, the star quarterback for the New York Jets who led the team to a Superbowl victory, known as well for his exploits off the field. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. 4to., [n.p.], Jan. 22, 1998, a signed deposition concerning 250,000 shares of the company SportsLine USA which Namath had lost. Fine

Lot: 739 - LIL DAGOVER

(1887 - 1980) German actress who reached the height of her popularity in the Weimar Republic during the 1920s. S.P., 3.5 x 5.5 in. b/w, photo postcard featuring a graceful Dagover. She signs at the bottom in blue ink. Fine.

Lot: 740 - MARIKO NIKI

(1928- 2015) Japanese actress especially remembered for her role in 'The Teahouse of the August Moon'. A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., New York, May 16, 1954 during the run of 'Teahouse' on Broadway, sends thanks for a handmade gift and sending her friend the name 'Dawn' in kanji script. Fine.

Lot: 741 - REGINALD DENNY

REGINALD DENNY (1891 – 1967) English stage, film and television actor, also once amateur boxing champion of Great Britain. His career was damaged by the onset of the 'Talkies', owing to his thick British accent. Vintage S.P. 10 x 8 in. b/w, a movie still showing a sheepish Denny being served in a rail car by an actor in blackface, signed at bottom. Ink identification at bottom, some edge faults, else very good.

Lot: 742 - SPORTS STARS (14)

SPORTS STARS (14) Balanced collection of fourteen signed photos and cards from various sports stars. Signers include: JOE 'SMOKEY WOOD' WOOD (personal check), MEADOWLARK LEMON, BRUCE JENNER, ISIAH THOMAS, JOHNN RUIZ, JAY ROSE, TOM NEZIOL, BONNIE BLAIR, SAM MCQUAGG (two trading cards), DERICK FOSTER, JOHN COOPER, ALAN KLINE, and fitness guru JACK LALANNE. Fine.

Lot: 743 - THOMAS 'FATS' WALLER

THOMAS 'FATS' WALLER (1904 - 1943) American composer and musician who blended jazz and a comic style. His hits included 'Ain't Misbehavin' and 'Honeysuckle Rose'. Scarce A.D.S. 1p. 24mo., [n.p.], Nov. 21, 1936, in pencil, a receipt for $150.00 received as an advance from his road manager, Ed Melsher. Some smudging to the pencil, else very good.

Lot: 744 - TOM MIX PRESENTATION FLASK

TOM MIX PRESENTATION FLASK TOM MIX (1880 - 1940) American actor who appeared in ‘Wild West' shows and starred in over 100 silent films. A neat relic from the Western star, a silver plated 4 in. tall x 2.25 wide hip flask, half bound in leather, with silver screw top and bearing an inscription on one side: ‘To ‘Bonnie' Affectionately, Tom Mix'. Maker's mark ‘W & H. Glidden London Silver Plated Made in England' appears on the bottom. Expected tarnishing, else very good condition with fully-functioning screw cap. ‘Bonnie' is suspected to be Bonnie Gray, one of the stars in the 101 Wild West Show. Very good. OFFERED WITH: a larger hip flask, 5 x 2.5 in., similarly styled but no maker's mark is present. The silver sleeve on this flask slides off for easy viewing of the contents inside. In very good condition, and possibly related to Mix as well; further research is needed. Two pieces.

Lot: 745 - VINCENT LOPEZ

(1895 – 1975) American bandleader, actor, and pianist. T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., New York, Mar. 16, 1961 sending an admirer one of his albums and a photo. Very good.

Lot: 746 - WALTER CRONKITE

WALTER CRONKITE (1916 – 2009) American broadcast journalist who served as anchorman for the CBS Evening News for 19 years, from 1962 to 1981. During the 1960s and 1970s, he was often cited as 'the most trusted man in America' after being so named in an opinion poll. Fabulous vintage S.P., 7 x 9 in. b/w, a great chest, up portrait boldly signed. Fine condition.

Lot: 747 - WALTER HAMPDEN

WALTER HAMPDEN (1879 – 1955) American actor and theatre manager. He was a major stage star on Broadway who also made numerous television and film appearances. S.P., 10 x 12 in. overall, an image in character signed on the mount, also signed by the photographer, 1938. Simply framed.

Lot: 748 - ANCIENT MEXICAN 'DIMPLED' POT

ANCIENT MEXICAN 'DIMPLED' POT A very attractive fired clay 'dimpled' pot purportedly of Mayan origin. The pot measures approx. 5 in. tall and 9 in. wide with a bumpy or dimpled surface throughout. It appears to have been fired with a clear glaze as well. A small ca. 1940s on the bottom reads: 'FINE EXAMPLE OF MAYA CULTURE VESSEL. MEXICO.' No apparent repairs. Sold strictly as is.

Lot: 749 - ANCIENT MEXICAN ALTAR FIGURE

ANCIENT MEXICAN ALTAR FIGURE Antique solid fired clay head apparently depicting a jungle creature, purportedly of Mayan origin. The head measures about 4 in. wide and 3 in. deep. The reverse bears white painted lettering reading: 'C-1930H.' and 'EXCAVATED IN 1930.' A small ca. 1940s beneath reads: 'MEXICO. MAYA CULTURE. EXCAVATED IN HONDURAS EARLY CIR. B.C. PRE CLASSIC PERIOD. PART OF ALTAR DECORATION. SCARCE MAYA EXAMPLE' followed by a scientific or curator's notation. No apparent repairs. Sold strictly as is.

Lot: 750 - ANCIENT MEXICAN CLAY FIGURES (6)

ANCIENT MEXICAN CLAY FIGURES (6) Fine lot of six partial fired clay heads with and without partial bodies, purportedly of Aztec origin. Sizes range from a few inches to 6 in. in length, two of the figures still retaining some of their original paint. All are unmarked save one with a ca. 1940s label at bottom reads: 'TEOTIAHUACAN SITE. AZTEC MEXICO' Sold strictly as is.

Lot: 751 - ANCIENT MEXICAN CLAY POT

ANCIENT MEXICAN CLAY POT Antique fired clay pot, purportedly of Toltec origin. The pot stands approx. 2.75 in. tall, 5 in. wide overall, and flares open at the top. A small ca. 1940s label at bottom reads: 'MEXICO. TOLTEC CULTURE. CIR. 900 B.C. - 300 A.D.' This is followed by what we believe to be a museum cataloger or scientist's classification notation. Beneath is a second pre-printed tag: 'Most have the round bottom which always makes them roll around. An unusual Toltec piece.' No apparent repairs. Sold strictly as is.

Lot: 752 - ANCIENT MEXICAN SERVING OR COOKING BOWL

ANCIENT MEXICAN SERVING OR COOKING BOWL Antique fired clay serving or cooking bowl, purportedly of Aztec origin. The bowl measures 7 1/8 in. diameter and appears to have carbon remnants covering about one-half of the surface. A small ca. 1940s label at bottom reads: 'TEOTIAHUACAN SITE. AZTEC MEXICO' No apparent repairs. Sold strictly as is.

Lot: 753 - ANCIENT MEXICAN SMALL POT

ANCIENT MEXICAN SMALL POT Small antique fired clay pot, purportedly of Aztec origin. The bowl measures about 2 in. tall and 2.75 in. wide, and is finished in a brown glaze. A small ca. 1940s label at bottom reads: 'TEOTIAHUACAN SITE. AZTEC MEXICO' No apparent repairs. Sold strictly as is.

Lot: 754 - ANCIENT MIDDLE EASTERN STONE SEAL

ANCIENT MIDDLE EASTERN STONE SEAL Ancient Holy Land, Levant Iron Age II stone seal, 700-800 BC, beige stone about 1 in. long. unresearched.

Lot: 755 - 1808 ADMIRAL GARDNER EAST INDIA COMPANY SHIPWRECK COINS (10)

1808 ADMIRAL GARDNER EAST INDIA COMPANY SHIPWRECK COINS (10) The vessel Admiral Gardner was launched in 1797 as an East Indiaman for the British East India Company. She made five voyages for the company, during the fourth of which she participated in an inconclusive single-ship action with a French privateer. Admiral Gardner was wrecked in a storm in January 1809, foundering on the Goodwin Sands in the English Channel. Along with several casualties to passengers and crew during the tragedy, she sank with her cargo: 48 tons of newly minted 1808 10 Cash copper coins destined to pay the company's Indian work force. Almost two centuries later, divers found the ship and efforts to salvage the wreck were soon launched to recover the precious cargo under very hazardous conditions. Offered here are ten 1808 '10 Cash' coins which went down with the vessel, uncleaned, several still showing light concretions from being buried in the sand. Each bears the emblem, motto, and name of the East India Company and the year '1808' on the obverse, the reverse displaying Indian characters and in English 'X CASH'. Generally easily cleaned if so desired.

Lot: 756 - (JUDAICA) FLAVIUS JOSEPHUS

(JUDAICA) FLAVIUS JOSEPHUS A single leaf from the 1566 printing of his work ‘Antiquitatum Judaicarum, Libri XX' [The Antiquities of the Jews, in Twenty Books']. 1p. folio. Lyons, 1566, printed by the heirs of Jacob Giunta. Very good. This work offers his account of the history of his people, from the earliest times through the catastrophic rebellion against Rome of 66-70, in which Josephus participated. FLAVIUS JOSEPHUS (AD 37-c. 100) was a Jewish historian and military commander born the first year of Caligula who fought against the Roman Empire. He is best remembered for his work ‘The Jewish War', published in c. 94. Brought before the victorious Roman General Vespasian, the captured rebel prophesied that he would become emperor, for which he was freed and given a handsome estate. Thus, his work has often been criticized for a pro-Roman bias in the terrible war that killed over two million Jews. The printers, The Giunta family, were known for the quality of the work, and with shops in Italy, Spain, France, and Holland, were the first 'multinational' printing concern.

Lot: 757 - (PIUS IX)

(PIUS IX) (1792 -1878) Pope whose leadership of the church saw much tumult, including his flight to Gaeta after the 1848 Insurrection and loss of a great part of the papal dominions. D.S. signed with round red Papal seal, 1p. folio, Rome, Sep. 19, 1851, a dispensation allowing a marriage in the diocese of Naples, despite the ‘consanguinity' (close family relationship) of the couple. With a red Papal seal showing St. Peter fishing from a boat. The margins are a bit soiled, else very good.

Lot: 758 - HOME LAST RITES ALTAR

HOME LAST RITES ALTAR Antique 'last rites' altar intended to be used at the homes of those approaching death. The German-made wood framed assemblage, 13.5 x 23 x 4 in., displays a large hand-painted plaster rendering of the post-crucifixion Jesus Christ in the arms of his mother, protected behind glass with angels and columns in the background. A small drop-down panel at bottom bears a color printed image of 'The Last Supper'. Upon opening, it reveals a storage space containing two removable candle holders which fit on either side of the display, a large crucifix, an ornate bottle of holy water with the instruction: 'KEEP CONSTANTLY FILLED', a monogrammed chromed tray for communion wafers, and a linen napkin for use after accepting communion. With two booklets, one in German from the maker. Overall fine.

Lot: 759 - CATHOLIC 'SICK CALL OUTFIT'

CATHOLIC 'SICK CALL OUTFIT' Wood-boxed kit for use by Catholic priests, most often when administering last rites. The 10.5 x 11.5 x 4.5 in. wood case present has a cross tacked to the top hinged cover (cracked). Within is a three-part silver-plated crucifix with two candle holders, height 12.5 in. Also present are two 5.5 in. wide communion plates, a wine cup, and a brush for use with the communion plate. The case is lined in purple velvet, coming loose in some places and should be re-glued. Scarce.

Lot: 760 - ARTHUR MICHAEL RAMSEY

(1904 – 1988) English Anglican bishop and life peer, served as the 100th Archbishop of Canterbury. T.L.S. as Archbishop of Canterbury, thanks a child for a gift. Fine.

Lot: 761 - HARRY EMERSON FOSDICK

HARRY EMERSON FOSDICK (1878 – 1969) American pastor. Fosdick became a central figure in the Fundamentalist–Modernist controversy within American Protestantism in the 1920s and 1930s and was one of the most prominent liberal ministers of the early 20th century. T.L.S. on Riverside Church letterhead, 1p. 4to., Mar. 25, 1943 to a soldier thanking the man for sending a newspaper review of Fosdick's latest book and a 'friendly message'. Fine.

Lot: 762 - LAURA BRIDGMAN

LAURA BRIDGMAN (1829-1889) American blind deaf-mute, the first one educated by use of braille. Signature in her usual pencil, executed on an oblong 12mo. sheet. Light wear and foxing, very good.

Lot: 763 - (EMMETT DALTON)

Scarce imprint of Vol. 2 of ‘Reckless Ralph's Twenty-five Cent Novel Library', 6pp. 8vo., Grafton, MA: Ralph F. Cummings, 1935, featuring the story ‘Prison Delivery' by Emmett Dalton, telling of the incarceration of the last surviving member of the Dalton Gang. Near fine. Dalton (1871 - 1937) was an American outlaw who, with brothers Grattan, Robert and William, staged spectacular hold-ups of trains and banks in California and the Midwest. The Dalton brothers' first train hold-up was in Alila, Ca. in 1891 and ended in failure. They soon gathered a group of gunmen and thieves to form the Dalton Gang and embarked on a murderous train-robbing rampage, evading hundreds of lawmen using their dozens of informers and hideouts. Finally, the gang sought to rob two banks at once in their old home town of Coffeyville, Kansas. Grat and Bob fell in a hail of gunfire, and Emmett was captured after being shot twenty times. After 15 years in prison, he was released and became a model citizen.

Lot: 764 - PINKERTON’S WANTED POSTER

An original broadside, 1p. 9 x 12.25 in., offering a reward of $1,000.00 to ‘Police Authorities, Loan Officers, and Pawnbrokers' for the return of jewelry stolen from ‘…the Cohen Loan Company, 418 Minnesota St. St. Paul, Minnesota, about 8:15 A.M., July 19, 1921 by two holdup robbers who made their escape…'. The stolen items include a large number of Tiffany & Co. rings as well as lavaliers, earrings, brooches and so forth. Descriptions of the two suspects follows, with one noted as being ‘4 feet 6 inches…complexion Dark'. Bottom right corner torn and repaired with tape, else expected wear and very good.

Lot: 765 - AMERICAN COUPLE GAIN AUTOGRAPHS THROUGH HOAX

In 1975 a Philadelphia family, the Colbert's, were revealed to be the creators of a hoax in order to receive genuine autographs from notables such as Henry Kissinger, Fidel Castro, and Yasir Arafat. They would write to their targets and explain that they just had a newborn whom they had named after the recipient of the letter and would request a few lines of counsel for their new bundle of joy. The couple had no such child. This intriguing lot consists of T.L.S.s and an A.L.S. from various historians and politicians ARTHUR M. SCHLESINGER (1917-2007) American historian and politician, founder of the Americans for Democratic Action. Pulitzer Prize winner in 1946 for his book ‘The Age of Jackson', WILLIAM MANCHESTER (1922-2004) American author and historian, awarded the National Humanities Medal and the Abraham Lincoln Literary Award, and ADLAI STEVENSON III (1930-2021) American politician, son of Presidential democratic candidate Adlai E. Stevenson. Schlesinger writes a T.L.S., 1p. 8vo., New York, Nov. 26, 1974, to Robert Colbert, in part: ‘...I could not have been more surprised and complimented by your decision to name your new son after me...I will send him a few handwritten words of counsel...' The letter to ‘Arthur Colbert' is included, A.L.S., 1p. 8vo., New York, Dec. 10, 1974, and reads in part: ‘...you will live most of your life in the 21st century...things may change around us, certain values remain constant. Honesty...kindness...compassion...loyalty...devotion...understanding...' Manchester writes a T.L.S., 1p. 4to., Connecticut, Nov. 28, 1974, In part: ‘...Today you are 44 days old...As of this month I have published ten books, and if I am lucky, one or two of them will still be around to be read by your generation...The only constant factor in life appears to be change...But some things never change. Among these are love, truth, honor, trustworthiness, kindness, civility, loyalty, and courage...' Stevenson writes a T.L.S. on United States Senate letterhead, 1p. 8vo., Washington, D.C., Oct. 3, 1974, in part: ‘...I have never been so complimented. I rather think that the young man will go through life named, as he should be, for my father who was a great man – not me...' Stevenson also signs the accompanying envelope. This lot is accompanied by a newspaper clipping from the ‘Philadelphia Inquirer' titled ‘Yasir Arafat? Nossir, Arafat! It's a hoax' and dated Feb. 11, 1975. The clipping details the hoax and focuses on their latest victim, Yasir Arafat whom the couple targeted after his speech at the U.N. Six pieces, fine.

Lot: 766 - (AL CAPONE) MAE COUGHLIN CAPONE

(AL CAPONE) MAE COUGHLIN CAPONE (1897 - 1986) Wife of mobster Alphonse Capone and mother of his six children. Original press photo, 7 x 9 in. b/w, a famous image of Mrs. Capone huddled in the back seat of a car following a visit with her husband at Alcatraz. Captioned on the verso, with Wide World photos credit and date stamp of Mar. 6, 1938 - five days after the photo was taken. Photo a bit wavy, else very good.

Lot: 767 - JAMES EARL RAY

JAMES EARL RAY (1928 - 1998) Assassin of Martin Luther King, whom he killed in Memphis in 1968. Rare A.L.S. 'James' 3pp. 4to., [n.p., Bushy Mountain State Penitentiary], Apr. 23, 1978 to his wife Anna Sandhu Ray whom he married in jail in 1978. Ray mentions receiving a letter from his wife mentioning his confession and 'comments about Ellington and Johnson'. He asks for information about a paper submitted to Judge Miller in Nashville in 1969, and compliments his wife's appearance during a visit and her artwork. Dampstained a bit, still very good.

Lot: 768 - CHARLES MANSON

CHARLES MANSON (1934-2017) Drifter whose 'family' committed the infamous Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969. A.L. [unsigned] on the verso of a letter from Michael Maraktisch, 1p. 4to., Death Valley, [n.y. but 1979]. Maraktish, a Swiss filmmaker, invites Manson to go on a trip to Death Valley with him to explore the landscape, its effects on people and ‘…the specific Mythology of some of these landscapes…alive with promises of a good beginning and my quest for answers…' Manson scrawls a note on verso to his biographer Nuel ‘Mel' Melton, in part: ‘…I refered him to you & told him I cant see who he is & that he should see you…I wish we had a T.V. phone we could just talk back & forth Mel I've never been a school paper word game my brain don't work that well…' With the transmittal envelope forwarding the note to Melton, addressed by Manson in pencil. Mailing folds, very good.

Lot: 769 - CHARLES MANSON IS BLOCKED FROM WRITING FELLOW CONVICTS (6)

CHARLES MANSON IS BLOCKED FROM WRITING FELLOW CONVICTS (6) A lot of six partly-printed documents, each 1p. oblong 8vo., Vacaville, 1977, all delivered to Charles Manson. These forms accompanied letters Manson had written to those indicated on the form and returned to him as he had been writing to 'persons in other correctional institutions' without prior approval...of both Superintendents/Wardens...' Very good. From a collection of Manson correspondence given by him to his biographer, Nuel Emmons, and obtained from Emmons' estate.

Lot: 770 - CHARLES MANSON IS BLOCKED FROM WRITING FELLOW CONVICTS (6)

CHARLES MANSON IS BLOCKED FROM WRITING FELLOW CONVICTS (6) A lot of six partly-printed documents, each 1p. oblong 8vo., Vacaville, 1977, all delivered to Charles Manson. These forms accompanied letters Manson had written to those indicated on the form and returned to him as he had been writing to 'persons in other correctional institutions' without prior approval...of both Superintendents/Wardens...' Generally very good. From a collection of Manson correspondence given by him to his biographer, Nuel Emmons, and obtained from Emmons' estate.

Lot: 771 - CHARLES MANSON IS BLOCKED FROM WRITING FELLOW CONVICTS (6)

CHARLES MANSON IS BLOCKED FROM WRITING FELLOW CONVICTS (6) A lot of six partly-printed documents, each 1p. oblong 8vo., Vacaville, 1977, all delivered to Charles Manson. These forms accompanied letters Manson had written to those indicated on the form and returned to him as he had been writing to 'persons in other correctional institutions' without prior approval...of both Superintendents/Wardens...' Generally very good. From a collection of Manson correspondence given by him to his biographer, Nuel Emmons, and obtained from Emmons' estate.

Lot: 772 - CHARLES MANSON PHOTOGRAPHS (2)

CHARLES MANSON PHOTOGRAPHS (2) Pair of unique, candid photographs of Manson 'cleaned up' for the press, each 4 x 6 in. b/w, with no other prints existing. From the estate of Manson's biographer NUEL (MELTON) EMMONS (1927-2002), who had once been jailed with and later befriended Manson. He co-wrote 'Manson in His Own Words' and this photo was likely intended by Emmons for issue to the press to 'humanize' the famous prisoner. Fine condition.

Lot: 773 - IRA EINHORN

IRA EINHORN (1940 – 2020) American felon known as 'The Unicorn Killer', an environmental activist and murderer. After his arrest, Einhorn fled the country and spent 18 years in Europe before being extradited to the United States. He took the stand in his own defense, claiming his ex-girlfriend had been killed by CIA agents who had framed him for the crime because he knew too much about the agency's paranormal military research. Rare A.L. (unsigned), 1p. 8vo., [prison in Houtzdale, Pa., May 22, 2013]. In his bizarre letter, Einhorn mentions pulling his own teeth 'I pull them myself - 8 so far - and store them...', and offering to send a signed affidavit attesting to that fact. He continues: 'I'm about to sell of 1000s of pages of erotic manuscripts. The writing is publishable...I have lots of other stuff but Festina Lente [Latin: 'Make haste slowly'] & teeth first...' WITH: the transmittal envelope hand-addressed by Einhorn and signed 'Einhorn' adding his prisoner number at upper-left. Two pieces.

Lot: 774 - U.S. ANTI-TERRORIST REWARD POSTERS (4)

U.S. ANTI-TERRORIST REWARD POSTERS (4) Rare lot of four U.S.-issue posters offering rewards for information leading to the capture of various terrorists worldwide, ca. early 2000s. The posters, issued by Rewards for Justice, a section in the State Department, are each 15 x 22.5 in. and printed on heavy stock. The posters are quite graphic in nature, depicting victims of the 1998 Nairobi and Dar es Salaam bombings, Mohammad Atta and the 9/11 World Trade attack, a dead mother and child in Bosnia, etc. Fine condition.