A vintage illustrated reference book titled World War II German War Booty – Worthless Souvenirs or Priceless Treasures? by Lt. Thomas M. Johnson, devoted to German WWII militaria brought home as war souvenirs and trophies by Allied servicemen.
The book explores the remarkable variety of German military and political artifacts encountered and collected by Allied troops during and immediately following the Second World War. It is extensively illustrated with historical photographs documenting servicemen with captured German flags, helmets, edged weapons, insignia and other battlefield souvenirs.
Particularly interesting photographs include American soldiers displaying captured German flags and militaria, collections assembled by returning servicemen, German edged weapons and presentation pieces, as well as high-profile captured objects associated with senior German officials.
The book provides an interesting historical perspective on the origins of the postwar German militaria collecting hobby, showing many artifacts at the time they were originally recovered or brought home rather than decades later on the collectors’ market.
A particularly appealing reference for collectors of German WWII bring-backs, edged weapons, flags, helmets, insignia and veteran-acquired militaria.
This example remains in good used condition overall. The softcover shows visible age, handling and shelf wear, including some discoloration and wear around the edges and corners. The interior appears clean and well preserved, with numerous large-format historical photographs throughout.
Title: World War II German War Booty – Worthless Souvenirs or Priceless Treasures?
Author: Lt. Thomas M. Johnson
Format: Large-format Softcover
Language: English
Subject: WWII German Militaria / War Souvenirs / Allied Bring-Backs
Illustrations: Extensively illustrated with period photographs
Condition: Good used condition with exterior age and shelf wear; interior remains clean and well preserved.
