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Up for sale is a true piece of American military history: an original Manual for Stable Sergeants, published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C.
This is the highly collectible original wartime printing, verified by the matching 1917 title page date and official War Department Document No. 611 imprint. Prepared at the Mounted Service School in Fort Riley, Kansas, this pocket-sized manual served as the definitive guide for equine veterinary care, stable hygiene, and horse anatomy during World War I.
HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHT: 7TH U.S. CAVALRY PROVENANCE.
What sets this specific copy apart is its incredible ownership history. The interior flyleaf bears a bold, crisp vintage ink signature reading:\"Lawson Moore — His Book\"Directly above his name, it is officially stamped: \"MACHINE GUN TROOP, 7th U.S. CAVALRY.\"
Stunning Vintage Illustrations:
The guide features highly detailed anatomical diagrams, including vivid, multi-layered color plates showcasing horse leg and hoof physiology that remain in wonderful condition.
Condition Details:
The original red cloth boards show authentic character, light age-wear, and minor scuffing consistent with a 100+ year-old field manual.
The center text block and internal pages remain completely attached to one another. There is separation/detachment starting along the inner spine backstrip (the structural mesh backing is exposed at the hinge, as pictured).
The pages are remarkably clean, text is crisp, and the color plates remain bright and firmly intact.
An exceptional find for WWI collectors, military historians, or equestrian enthusiasts looking for a museum-worthy conversation piece.
