Offered is an original, rare unit history book for the 129th Airborne Engineer Battalion, part of the 13th Airborne Division. This comprehensive "Book V" volume details the battalion's history from its activation at Fort Bragg in 1943 through its deployment to the European Theater of Operations (ETO).
Content: Richly illustrated with candid photos, training exercises at Camp Mackall, and combat illustrations. It typically contains unit rosters, which are invaluable for family history research.
Unit Background: The 129th AEB were specialized paratrooper engineers responsible for clearing obstacles, construction, and demolition to support airborne infantry landings.
Condition: This book is in Good vintage condition. The cover features high-relief embossing of the 13th Airborne "Golden Unicorn" patch.
As shown in photos, the spine shows moderate fraying and shelf wear at the head and tail, consistent with age. Interior pages show light tanning and occasional foxing (spotting), but the binding remains secure.
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