Description: Propaganda leaflet dropped on Myitkyina, Burma Title: Propaganda leaflet dropped on Myitkyina, Burma Publication: [Burma: US Army, 1944] Description: Bifolium leaflet, 5" x 6.75"; printed in red and black in Japanese, with instructions in English and Chinese on the last page stating that the bearer of the leaflet should be treated courteously and conducted to Allied headquarters. One prior fold, small chip to one corner, postage stamps overlapping Chinese text, a rare Burmese survival in very good condition. Such "I surrender" leaflets were dropped throughout the Pacific theater, with text insisting on the futility of continuing to fight, assuring soldiers that to surrender would be honorable and the correct decision to make, and promising safety and respect from the Allies. The text inside this leaflet appears to follow that trend, noting the high casualties and asking, "For what are you giving your life?" It also lists four important things of which to take heed; the third point is highlighted and says that they should absolutely not be holding any firearms when approaching Allied troops. This particular leaflet refers to the "Soldiers of Myitkyina" and was likely dropped around the Siege of Myitkyna in 1944. Seller ID: 53057 Subject: Asia, Japan, Military Rulon-Miller Books buys and sells rare, fine and unusual books in many fields, with an emphasis on language, early and unusual printing, voyages and travel, archives, and appraisal services. Catalogs issued regularly. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA). Guarantee All books are guaranteed genuine as described, and are returnable for any reason during the two weeks after receipt. Please notify us as soon as possible if an item is being returned, so that we might make it available to another customer. Shipping We are happy to ship to buyers outside of the United States. Please contact us for an exact shipping quote. All books shipped to US destinations are sent US Post Office Media Mail. We are happy to send via Priority Mail upon request for the cost of shipping. Priority delivery typically takes 3 to 5 days, but may be longer, especially during the holidays. Faster shipping is available, please contact us for a price quote. For international purchases please contact us directly. We will combine shipping on items purchased at the same time. Feedback We leave feedback for buyers once they have posted feedback for us. If you are unhappy with any aspect of a transaction with us, please contact us immediately. We work hard to keep buyers happy and to resolve the rare problem promptly.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 795 USD
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
End Time: 2024-12-18T01:21:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Publisher: US Army
Year Printed: 1944
Language: English
