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War of 1812 / Alamo
U.S. Soldier vs. British Soldier
War of 1812 Adams. Between June 1812 and January 1815, the United States and British forces fought one another on a host of North American battle elds. This title examines the evolving role and combat performance of the two sides' regulars during the con ict, with particular reference to three revealing battles in successive years: Queenston Heights, Crysler's Farm, and Chippawa. This fully illustrated study investigates the U.S. and British regular infantry's role, tactics, junior leadership, and combat performance on three battle elds of the War of 1812. 80 pages, images throughout, 7¼"x 9¾", softcover. #111703 $19.95
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War of 1812 U.S. Soldier Figures
Create another early American combat scene with these War of 1812 U.S. soldier gures. Made with ex quisite era-appropriate detail, these 1/30 scale metal gures are hand-painted for life-like appearance. 2½" tall. $39.95 each C A: Marine #101949 B: NEW! Artilleryman #111704 C: NEW! Infantryman #111705
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Early 1800s Replica Coins
This pair of coins replicate two early A American coins. They feature a bust of American coins. They feature a bust of Liberty and thirteen stars on the obverse, Liberty and thirteen stars on the obverse, and come packaged in a coin-collecting ip and come packaged in a coin-collecting ip with the description printed on an insert. Made in the USA. $24.95 each A: 1804 Silver Dollar Replica 1½" diameter. #111736 B: 1811 Classic Head Large Cent B Replica – 1" diameter. #111737
During the War of 1812, U.S. Navy Captain James Lawrence of the USS Chesapeake ordered his men: “Don’t give up the ship.” Those famous last words were later commemorated by his friend, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, on his personal battle ag. This screened polyester reproduction of Perry's ag includes a canvas header, reinforced edging and brass grommets. 5'x 3'. #M650956 $18.95
U.S.Navy Appliqué T-Shirt
This navy blue t-shirt features vintage canvas appliqué that proudly spells out Navy, and purposely-distressed screen-printed graphics for the year of establishment. Made from 100% pre- M, L, XL: $17.95 shrunk cotton. #111364 2XL: $19.95
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”Preble’s Boys”
USS Constitution “Old Ironsides” Mediterranean Sea 1803 Mark Karvon. Launched in 1797, the USS Constitution – famous for its service during the War of 1812 – received the nickname “Old Ironsides” when cannon balls appeared to bounce o its hull during a battle with the HMS Guerriere. This print captures the USS Constitution patrolling the Mediterranean in 1803, protecting American merchant ships with Captain Edward Preble at the helm. Signed by the artist. 24"x16". #110410 $79.95
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USS Constitution Cutout Kit
This 1/76 scale kit – a unique cutaway crosssection of the USS Constitution – includes metal and basswood parts and features high-quality wooden dowels for the mast and yards, hull frames, detailed cannons, rigging line, and instructions. Assembly required. Skill level 5. 32" tall. #110412 Reg: $250 $199.95 This museumquality, USS 1/123 SCALE 1/123 scale Constitution wood replica Model of the USS Constitution features finely textured surfaces; a fully outfitted deck with a wheel, cannon carriages, and grates; netting on the rail and gunwale; 23 stitched, heavy can vas sails with taut rigging; brass cannons, metal anchors, and rudder chains; and more. Hand-painted, it measures 24" long and includes a display base with a nameplate. #M902749 169.95
1824 Alamo Flag
The Alamo ag – the ag that legend says ag that legend says ew over the Alamo ew over the Alamo during its famous during its famous siege – removed the siege – removed the eagle from the eagle from the center of the Mexican tri-color and replaced it with the year “1824.” center of the Mexican tri-color and replaced it with the year “1824.” Includes reinforced edging and brass grommets. 5'x 3'. Includes reinforced edging and brass grommets. 5'x 3'. #M650965 $18.95
1836 ¼ Real Coin
The initial currency for the Republic of Mexico was the real, used by Mexico after the adoption of the constitution in 1824 until the intro duction of the peso in 1863. This Authentic genuine copper ¼ real coin was minted in 1836, the same year as the Battle of the Alamo. The coin depicts Artifact! a Mexican eagle atop a cactus with a snake in its beak, with the words “Republica Mexicana” along the top on the obverse, with the reverse showing the denomination and mint year between two palm leaves. Worn, circulated condition. 1" diameter. #111785 $119.95
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Texian Palm Leaf Hat
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In February/March 1836, during Texas’ war for independence from Mexico, a group of volunteer soldiers occupied a former Franciscan mission known as the Alamo. These 1/30 scale metal gures depict ve of the most famous gures of that historic battle. $39 each F A: Burke Trammel #108911 B: Squire Daymon #108910 C: Samuel Blair #108909 D: Joshua Smith #108913 E: Andrew Nelson #108912 F: Alamo Chapel Façade – Polystone. 15½"x 9". #102019 $129
Alamo Bowie Knife
Modeled after Jim Bowie’s famous large knife, this Bowie knife features a satin stainless steel blade and a burl wood handle. It also includes a black canvas sheath for safe storage. 14¾" long. #111735 $29.95
Texas Est. 1836 Metal Sign
Show your Lone Star State pride with this vintage-inspired metal sign! Handmade in the USA. Includes Made in mounting holes. 12"xthe USA. 12". #111029
$19.95
Texas Bullhorn Flag Cap
This handsome black cap includes textured embroidery on the front replicating a longhorn with a Texas star and the state colors, along with a ag on the visor. #107944 $16.95 Protect yourself from the hot Texas sun with this wide-brimmed hat resembling the kind worn by Lt. Col. William Barrett Travis at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. Made of palm leaves, this readyto-wear Texian hat includes a comfortable cloth sweatband. #101859 $49.95
Available Sizes: 71/4, 73/8, 71/2, 75/8, 73/4
Armies of the U.S.-Mexican War
1846-1848 Esposito. The U.S.-Mexican War is not well covered in military history, but it was a pivotal action in the histories of both the nations. For the U.S., with a small professional army, it was the breeding ground for o cers and strategies that marched to war in 1861. The Mexican Army was a large professional force, tempered by civil war and local uprisings. This is still a colorful era for martial uniforms as shown in this excellent illustrated volume. 123 pages, 8"x10", softcover. #111707 $29.95
United States 28-Star Flag 28-Star Flag
Made of quality polyester, this historpolyester, this historical ag features 28 ical ag features 28 stars as it appeared stars as it appeared after the addition of after the addition of Texas to the Union. Texas to the Union. Includes reinforced edging and brass edging and brass grommets. 5'x 3'. #107939
$18.95
Zachary Taylor
$2 Bill
A career military man, Zachary Taylor rode the popZachary Taylor rode the popularity gained from decisive ularity gained from decisive victories during the Mexican-American War to become the 12th President victories during the Mexican-American War to become the 12 of the United States in 1848. This note, genuine legal tender overlaid with special colorization, comes in crisp, uncirculated condition with a two-sided display folio and a certi cate of authenticity. #111706 $16.95 Order Today at 800-989-1945 or www.MilitaryIssue.com
