American History and Military Book Collection
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 498 |
| Estimate | 40.00 - 70.00 USD |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | Fine Art, Art Glass, Books & More Multi Platform |
| Date | August 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Kellies Estate Services |
| Location | Okemos, Michigan |
This collection includes four mid-20th and early 20th-century publications focusing on American history and military instruction. Hardcover titles comprise Hacker's The Shaping of the American Tradition (1947), Coffin's Old Times in the Colonies (1908 printing), and Gordy's American Leaders and Heroes (1901). The set also features a 1952 Army Field Manual, FM 21-13, The Soldier's Guide, containing various technical military illustrations. Hacker volume in fair condition with significant water staining to the bottom outer corner of the text block, fraying to spine ends, and a loosening front hinge. Coffin volume in fair to good condition with frayed spine ends, soiled back cover, and a cracked front hinge. Gordy volume in fair condition with spine lean, fraying, and bumped corners. Army Manual in good condition with visible foxing and soiling.
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