WWI Museum

A salute to militaria

Military collectibles preserve history of service to country

By Corbin Crable

With Veterans Day comes an appreciation of the sacrifices made by the military servicemen and women who have defended the country from enemies both foreign and domestic. But what happens to the items they wore and carried with them into battle? Some are kept as cherished family heirlooms; others yet are donated or sold to military surplus stores…

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In this issue…

Features

Smack Dab in the Middle
mustache tea cups
Good Eye
Finding Antiques With a Good Eye
Covering Quilts
Quilt
Mid-America News
Mid-American News - cloud scape
Books for Collectors
Classic Collection -Cartoons
Vintage Discoveries
Vintage Posters
Feature Articles
collecting books old stack of books

A Message From Our Editor

An Illuminating Experience

by Corbin Crable

Well, here in Kansas City – the “Paris of the Plains,” as we’ve been called since the early 20th century – we’re known for our lights, too. Though they’re not of the neon variety, they’re a cherished part of our city and its culture. If you’re a fellow Kansas Citian, you know I’m talking about the Country Club Plaza lights at Christmastime….

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