Lot #88: WWI & Vietnam War Military Book Lot First Editions, Memoirs & Secret Diaries

Focusing on the intense personal narratives, tactical histories, and global impacts of World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. This collection spans well-researched academic histories, hidden personal journals, and stark military fiction, making it an excellent addition for historians, military enthusiasts, and specialized book collectors. World War I • Sapper Martin (Edited by Richard Van Emden) – The forbidden, secretly kept trench journal of an ordinary soldier on the front lines. • Verdun (By John Mosier) – A revisionist military history challenging standard views on casualties and tactics during the infamous 1916 battle. • The Beauty and the Sorrow (By Peter Englund) – An intimate history charting World War I through the diaries of 20 everyday people. • Commitment and Sacrifice (By Marilyn Shevin-Coetzee & Frans Coetzee) – An academic collection showcasing five previously unpublished wartime diaries from opposing sides. Vietnam War • Unknown Warriors (By Fred Gaffen) – A unique historical account of the thousands of Canadians who volunteered to fight in the US military during the Vietnam War. • Sand in the Wind (By Robert Roth) – A gritty, critically acclaimed semi-autobiographical novel detailing a Marine rifle squad during the Tet Offensive. General Military • Guns (Golden Press) – A vintage, illustrated compact guide exploring the history and mechanics of firearms. Pickup category timeslot {A}