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Description
This is an original pre-WWII / WWII era Japanese military publication,
“Our Weapons” (Ware Ware no Heiki), complete 3-volume set, published in 1942 (Showa 17).
These books were produced during Japan’s total war period and were intended as military education and public enlightenment materials, explaining modern weapons of the time in an accessible manner.
📘 Contents
The three volumes cover:
- Tanks
- Artillery
- Explosives / Ammunition
Rather than field manuals, these books explain:
- weapon types and classifications
- basic structure and mechanisms
- operational concepts
- industrial and technological background
The set contains numerous wartime photographs, diagrams, and illustrations, including:
- tanks in action
- artillery pieces
- shell and explosive effects
- weapon manufacturing imagery
Approximately 76 photographs in total across all three volumes.
📅 Historical Context
Published in 1942, at the height of Japan’s wartime mobilization, these books reflect how military technology and firepower were presented to soldiers, students, and the general public.
They are valuable primary sources for understanding Imperial Japanese military thought, propaganda, and technical knowledge during the Pacific War era.
📦 Condition
- Heavy age-related wear
- Foxing, stains, discoloration
- Edge wear and paper deterioration
- No major missing pages observed
Condition is consistent with original wartime publications.
Please review photos carefully.
Not recommended for buyers seeking near-mint condition.
🎯 Ideal for
- WWII military history collectors
- Japanese militaria researchers
- Tank / artillery historians
- Museum or archive reference material
Shipping
Fedex or Japan post
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