Intelligence Division Naval Staff (6 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. No Dust Jacket No date stated, ca. 1940s. (merchant ships, reference) A reading only copy. Boards/spine/hinges may be broken, detached, or missing. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes/highlighting, be heavily stained, or detached. May be missing non-text pages (e.g. end pages, half title, title, frontispiece.).

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed exploration of Bulgaria, a nation of captivating geographical diversity and a rich tapestry of historical events. From the majestic Balkan Mountains that form its northern frontier to the sun-kissed shores of the Black Sea coast, the author paints a vivid picture of the country's landscapes, its bustling cities, and its tranquil villages. The book delves into the intricate geology that has shaped Bulgaria's terrain, from the limestone caves of Deli Orman to the volcanic peaks of the Rila Mountains. It traces the nation's history, from its ancient Thracian roots through its time as a Roman province, its occupation by the Ottoman Empire, and its eventual emergence as an independent state. The author also examines Bulgaria's cultural heritage, exploring its traditional crafts, folklore, and the many ethnic groups that have contributed to its unique identity. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities and allure of Bulgaria, a land of stunning beauty, fascinating history, and vibrant culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. The confidential first edition dated March 1919, prepared for the British Delegation to the Paris Peace Conference (a second declassified edition made available to the public without the map appeared in 1920, retitled "Tanganyika (German East Africa)" and renumbered No. 113). Original grey printed card wraps 14x22cm. vi, 117pp, complete with the colour folding map in a back pocket. Very good, lightly bumped and creased to the corners, tanned to the spine, blue crayon number to the front. Map spotted, neatly folded with short closed fold tears. Chapters describe physical and human geography, political history (starting with Portuguese influence through to Arab rule, British and German interests, and native opposition), social and political conditions, and economy, with Treaty extracts in the Appendices. No authors are indicated, but it was a collective effort, with the series edited by George Walter Prothero, Director of the Historical Section, which had been established purposely by the Foreign Office. Histories were voluntarily contributed by experts, geography by Naval Intelligence Division staff, and economics by the Foreign Office War Trade Intelligence Department. The map is by the Geographical Section General Staff of the War Office: "General Map of German East Africa", GSGS No. 2814, War Office, July 1916. 80x78cm, 1/2M, bounded by Lake Victoria (N), the Swahili coast from Lamu to Pekavi with Zanzibar about midway (E), the border with Portuguese East Africa (S), and Lake Tanganyika (W). Features include railways, roads (mostly fit for light wheeled traffic), important tracks and routes, marshes, mission stations, and international boundaries. This edition appears to be very rare, with Worldcat and Library Hub locating copies at the British Museum and British Library only (OCLC 558925343).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. From an academic library with the usual stamps and labels. 295 pp. Blue cloth covered boards with gilt titles to spine. Some general wear to the boards. Hinges a little tender. Apart from the library provenance a clean copy of the manual, lacks the atlas which accompanied it. Belgium was largely occupied by Germany at the time this was produced. A00002806.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. Bound in stiff card stock in an oblong format. Eight separate sections. Section 1: Insignia of the United States Armed Forces; Section 2: Decorations Medals and campaign ribbons of the U.S. Armed Forces; Section 3: Portuguese Navy Uniforms and Insignia; Section 4: French Navy Uniforms and Insignia; Section 5: Turkish Navy Uniforms and Insignia; Section 6: German Navy and Insignia; Section 7: Italian Navy Uniforms and Insignia; Section 8: Spanish Navy Uniforms and Insignia. All sections illustrated in color. In unifomly fine condition with the various sections held together with a cloth tie (this allows individual sections to be removed for singular attention. The sections are housed in a clamshell box. The box is in very good condition with little wear. The box is marked "not for sale" which leads one to think this was intended to be used as a reference source on a U.S. warship.