{"product_id":"2-vintage-wwii-language-guide-books-93173","title":"2 Vintage WWII Language Guide Books: Japanese \u0026 Russian","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lot includes two vintage language guide books from the World War II era, offering a fascinating glimpse into historical language learning materials. The guides cover Japanese and Russian, providing essential phrases and vocabulary for spoken communication during that time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth books were produced by the War Department in Washington, D.C., with publication dates in June 1943. These compact guides were part of the Introductory Series, designed to assist military personnel and others in learning key phrases quickly and effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books feature soft covers with distinctive orange and purple designs and include the official War Department seal. They are excellent for collectors of military history, language enthusiasts, or anyone interested in mid-20th century educational materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e\nPublished by the War Department, Washington, D.C.\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese guide dated June 18, 1943\u003cbr\u003e\nRussian guide dated June 23, 1943\u003cbr\u003e\nPart of the Introductory Series, TM 30-341 and TM 30-344\u003cbr\u003e\nSoftcover booklets with original covers\u003cbr\u003e\nFocus on spoken language phrases and vocabulary\u003cbr\u003e\nCompact size suitable for travel or quick reference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed condition with some wear on covers\u003cbr\u003e\nPages intact and legible\u003cbr\u003e\nNo major tears or markings visible\u003cbr\u003e\nCovers show minor discoloration and edge wear\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Field and Maple Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48900456612089,"sku":"000876","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/2161\/8937\/files\/il_fullxfull.8431282270_pexn_86726b6d-c2cb-472c-8193-437d240acd62.jpg?v=1787943536","url":"https:\/\/fieldandmaplevintage.com\/products\/2-vintage-wwii-language-guide-books-93173","provider":"Field and Maple Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}