Features
- 1942 "Pocket Guide to China" publication
- Prepared by the Special Service Division, Services of Supply, U.S. Army
- Issued for the War & Navy Departments during World War II
- Contains illustrations & comic by cartoonist Milton Caniff
- Includes 11-page illustrated back section guiding soldiers on enemy recognition
- Partial color printing; 80 pages
- Dimensions: approx. 4.25 x 5.25 in. (10.8 x 13.34 cm)
Condition
- Minor edge & corner wear
- Light age-toning
- Pages free of handwriting, tears, or any major damage
- Overall condition: Fine
Overview
This compact 1942 guide was created by the U.S. Army’s Special Service Division for distribution to American servicemen stationed in China. Designed to foster understanding of a key wartime ally, the booklet offers background on Chinese history, customs, and geography, essential information for soldiers entering unfamiliar territory. It also encourages cultural sensitivity while reinforcing loyalty to the Allied cause.
A distinctive feature is the inclusion of an 11-page comic at the rear, illustrated by renowned cartoonist Milton Caniff, the so-called "Rembrandt of the comic strip." This section, intended to assist troops in visually identifying enemy forces, reflects the language and tone of its time and may be considered offensive by modern standards. The publication is also notable for its engaging layout, use of color, and efforts to educate while boosting morale during wartime deployment.
A distinctive feature is the inclusion of an 11-page comic at the rear, illustrated by renowned cartoonist Milton Caniff, the so-called "Rembrandt of the comic strip." This section, intended to assist troops in visually identifying enemy forces, reflects the language and tone of its time and may be considered offensive by modern standards. The publication is also notable for its engaging layout, use of color, and efforts to educate while boosting morale during wartime deployment.
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Internal Use
INV: 142 - Small Box A
P: 25-08 Loretta
LD: 250701