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TWO CASED SETS OF WORLD WAR II-ERA U.S. NAVY RECOGNITION/TEACHING MODELS OF BRITISH AND FRENCH SHIPS

Large-scale die-cast metal and wood models on blue painted wooden bases. One case, containing 12 mixed British and French ships, stenciled "U.S. Navy Teacher British & French Ship Models Mark I Supplement I" and stamped with a "US" anchor. The other case, containing 18 British ships, with faint traces of stenciled lettering. Original stamped or contemporary printed identification labels on undersides of bases. Wooden cases painted gray on exterior and blue on interior.
Model lengths from approx. 5.75" to 17". Case heights 18.5". Lengths 22" and 36.5".
Condition: Some models possibly repainted. Possible damage or loss to some components like antennas, but appear to be mostly in good condition. Cases show wear. Models many not be original to cases.

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