Rendezvous With Destiny - A History of the 101st Airborne Division
At the front of the book is a moving excerpt about William Haddick, Private First Class, one of the 2,043 men of the 101st. who died in the 2nd World War. There are thirteen chapters covering the experiences of the 101st. Airborne Division from the USA via Britain to the continent of Europe End papers are aerial photographs. 107 maps and many photographs throughout the book. Included are copies of airborne songs and poems - an added bonus. Insignia of Division on front of book. Front hinge is slightly loose but the remainder of the book is tight. Top and bottom edges are frayed. Corners slightly bumped. Content of book is clean with no evidence of foxing.
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