US Army Stationery Kit | Ardennes Find | Dated 1944/1945 Calendar | Original
Description
A poignant piece of personal history from the winter of 1944. This US Army Stationery Set was found in the Ardennes, linking it directly to the soldiers who fought in the Battle of the Bulge. Unlike depersonalized equipment, this item represents the soldier's connection to home.
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Provenance: The interior flap features a printed calendar specifically for July 1944 to June 1945, placing it squarely in the timeline of the European theater's final decisive battles.
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Features: Standard issue tan cardboard folder with the US Army Eagle crest. Includes sections for "Things to Remember" and addresses. Still contains original vintage writing paper and envelopes.
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Condition: Authentic "field" condition. The cardboard folder shows wear and tears at the top edge consistent with being carried in a pack or stored in a damp environment. The paper inside remains clean.
Technical Specs:
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Item: Soldier's Stationery Kit
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Date: 1944-1945
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Origin: Ardennes Discovery
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Contents: Vintage Paper & Envelopes
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Condition: Field worn / Vintage.