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Title: History and Pictorial Record of the 13th Airborne Division (1943–1946)
Publication Year: 1946 (First Edition / Original Printing)
Editor: Lt. Col. William J. Blythe (AC of S, G-2, Division Headquarters)
Up for sale is a highly collectible, original 1946 World War II Unit History for the 13th Airborne Division (known as the \"Golden Unicorns\")
These books were printed shortly after the war ended and typically distributed exclusively to the veterans of the unit and their families, making them quite scarce.
This specific lot includes the heavy embossed faux-leather history book along with unique historical ephemera tucked inside by the original veteran.
📦 What’s Included in This Estate Lot:
1. The Official 13th Airborne Division Unit History Book (1946): Featuring detailed rosters, photographic logs from training camps like Fort Bragg, movement logs across the European Theatre, and editorial breakdowns.
2. Vintage Insignia Patches (Loose):
• US Army Air Forces (AAF) shoulder sleeve insignia patch.
• 1st Infantry Division (The Big Red One) or matching military unit tab patch.
3. Historical Booklet Insert: An original loose softcover unit program/booklet titled \"The Thundering Herd\" – 8th Armored Division highlighting their World War II operational summary.
4. B&W photo of Paul Bourassa, the underline in the book is for Leon Bourassa.
🔍 Condition Report:
• Cover: Shows authentic aging and shelf wear typical of a 1940s military publication. Spine and corners show light bumping and cosmetic wear, but the distinct embossed Golden Unicorn insignia on the front cover remains beautifully defined.
• Binding: Intact and sturdy. See last photo, although pages are study a early page is separate from the following pages, still solidly in place.
• Pages & Content: Pages are structurally sound. Includes extensive photographic arrays, staff directories, and comprehensive rosters. (Note: One page in the roster contains a historical blue ink pen marking next to veteran Leon Bourassa from Keene, NH—adding a fantastic trace of personalized veteran provenance).
• Dimensions: Stands approximately 12.25 inches tall.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate physical conditions, edge wear, and page details before offerding.
