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WW I Campaign Prayer Book - pre 1918

$ 32.73

Availability: 57 in stock
  • Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Condition: Used
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    WW I Campaign Prayer Book MILO HUDSON GATES. Condition is "Used". The Campaign Prayer BookThis little book (measuring just 5 x 2-3/4", or 12.5 x 7cm) was intended for use by American service personnel in World War I. It is basically the 1892 Book of Common Prayer, with a number of pages and services omitted, and with the addition of an Introduction (below) and some prayers. The front end papers additionally have a list of scripture verses, a short Prayer for a Soldier, a presentation page, and the text of the Star Spangled Banner; the rear end papers have the texts of Onward Christian Soldiers, America, and the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The book was published by Thomas Nelson & Sons of New York. There is no publication date but historical references indicate it is published before 1918.