Antique 1919 Imperial Japanese Navy Kongo Battleship Sailor Writing Manual For Sale
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Antique 1919 Imperial Japanese Navy Kongo Battleship Sailor Writing Manual: $229.00
DescriptionWhat Did a Sailor Aboard the Battleship Kongo Write Home?This is an original Japanese naval writing and letter-writing manual published in 1919, more than 100 years ago.It was designed to help naval personnel practice handwriting and learn how to write proper letters.But what makes this particular copy special is the handwritten inscription on the back of its original storage case:“Battleship Kongo”“17th Division”“Ippei Kido”A Personal Connection to a Famous WarshipKongo was one of the Imperial Japanese Navy’s most famous warships. Built in Britain and completed in 1913, she later served during World War II before being sunk in 1944.This book dates to 1919, long before those final battles.Imagine a young sailor aboard a Japanese warship, learning how to write a proper letter to his family or friends back home.Before telephones and instant messages became part of everyday life, handwritten letters were an important connection between sailors and the people waiting for them.The identity and service history of Ippei Kido have not been verified, and the date of the handwritten inscription is unknown. However, the combination of a warship’s name, division number, and personal name offers an intriguing connection to naval life.The Human Side of Naval HistoryWarships are remembered for their guns, battles, and final voyages.But every ship also carried ordinary people with families, friendships, and stories of their own.This century-old manual offers a small glimpse into that quieter side of history.Details: Published in 1919. Japanese-language handwriting and letter-writing manual. Includes its original-style storage case with handwritten inscriptions.Condition: Antique condition with age-related discoloration, stains, wear, and deterioration. Please examine all photographs carefully.A famous battleship. A handwritten name. A story waiting to be discovered.Own a Piece of History.Shipping
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