The Pacific Theater
Gallery 4
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Small Japanese meatball flag on a black and white bamboo pole. As yet, no explanation for it's use has been identified. |
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Two patriotic Japanese postcards that could be mailed by soldiers free of charge. They were found on Attu island in the Aleutians by Mr. Lee J. Branscom and sent home as souvenirs. |
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Three examples of occupation currency printed by the Japanese for use in conquered countries. They can be found in denominations of dollars, shillings, rupies, pesos, cents, etc. |
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Photograph of a young Japanese soldier reported to be from the 28th Infantry Divison, wearing an early model 1930 style Army tunic and winter pattern fur cap. |
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This photograph shows a well decorated Japanese Army Captain posing in front of a large flag, holding his coveted sword. The small "M" on his right breast indicates what branch of the service he belongs. |
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Japanese Army Noncommisioned Officers sword. These swords were normally machine made, unlike the swords carried by officers - many of which were very old, hand made blades handed down through their families. The Japanese habitually carried their swords into battle - making them another favored war trophy. After the surrender, thousands of swords were surrendered; American soldiers were allowed to choose one for a personal war trophy; the rest were melted down for their steel. |
