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The Eclectic Collector · 17 September 2016
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1943-1945 W. John Hardy, A History of the Eighth Indian Division, type-written manuscript and
correspondence.
Dealing with the Division’s involvement in the North African and Italian Campaigns as a part of the 8th Army.
In three sections, Oct.. 1943 - Jan 1944; 1 Feb. - 1 July. 1944; and Aug.. 1944 - June 1945. Includes a collection
of strategic maps; an autograph manuscript of the Preface by General Dudley Russell; and an archive of
correspondence between Hardy, Divisional command and Major-General Dudley Russell, nicknamed ‘The Pasha’.
Estimate €500-€700 £430-£600
Large Image & Place Bid Lot 318319
20th century, HMS Belfast, Royal Navy sailor’s cap.
A Royal Navy sailor’s cap with HMS Belfast tally.
Estimate €100-€150 £90-£130
Large Image & Place Bid Lot 319