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Original January 1946 issues of "The Daily Blast," a typewritten and illustrated shipboard newspaper produced during the immediate post-World War II period.
These fascinating vintage publications feature a combination of international news, military reporting, political developments, shipboard announcements, original cartoon illustrations, and humorous articles documenting everyday life during the postwar era.
The issues feature a distinctive illustrated masthead depicting sailors aboard a ship, along with interior cartoons, editorial columns, and military news.
Historical subjects covered include President Harry S. Truman's postwar budget proposals, military demobilization, labor strikes, developments in occupied Japan and Germany, and the transition from wartime operations to peacetime service.
The issues feature a distinctive illustrated masthead depicting sailors aboard a ship, along with interior cartoons, editorial columns, and military news.
Historical subjects covered include President Harry S. Truman's postwar budget proposals, military demobilization, labor strikes, developments in occupied Japan and Germany, and the transition from wartime operations to peacetime service.identifying the commanding officer, executive officer, communications officer, and editorial staff, providing additional historical interest.
A wonderful addition to any collection of WWII naval history, military newspapers, vintage journalism, original cartoon artwork, or American postwar ephemera.
Details:
Publication: The Daily Blast
Date: January 1946
Format: Typewritten, reproduced newspaper
Subject: Post-WWII military and international news
Illustrated mastheads and interior cartoons
Multiple issues included, as pictured
Original vintage paper ephemera
Condition: Vintage condition with age-related toning, edge wear, creases, small tears, and corner damage. Some pages have staple holes and other handling wear. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition and completeness.
You will receive the original 4 publications pictured.
