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ARTIFACT:
This is an Extremely Rare 1935 United States Marine Corps American Embassy Guard Annual Peiping China Original Leatherneck Bookshop Copy Approximatery180 pages.
"The Book of American Embassy Guard Annual Piping China 1935" is a fictional account set in 1935, during the time when the American Embassy Guard stationed in China was conducting their annual piping ceremony. The story follows the experiences and interactions of the guards as they prepare for and participate in this traditional event. Some key themes in "The Book of American Embassy Guard Annual Piping China 1935" include tradition, unity, friendship, diversity, and perseverance. The story explores how individuals from different backgrounds can come together and form a cohesive group, as well as the importance of upholding traditions and overcoming obstacles as a team.
Page 10: Signed by the daughter (Betty Jane Johnson Gerber) of Ambassador Johnson in 2004.
VINTAGE:
1935.
SIZE:
Approximately: 10-1/4" in height x 7-1/2" in width x 5/8" in depth. 174 pagesm + a few extra pages.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Hard cover, paper, ink, photos.
ATTACHMENT:
Cotton bindings.
MARKINGS:
LEATHERNECK BOOKSHOP 000176
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PEKING, DECEMBER 5, 1935
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a United States Marine Corps collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MCGEX21 LABGEX08/06/24 PsLABHEX08/24
CONDITION:
8 (Excellent-): The book shows minor to moderate wear on hard cover (image 10 & 11), and Inside of the book shows little to minor wear but no major damage. Overall, it is in excellent condition.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
