Lot 273
Army Air Force European Air Transport Service Photo Album. A very large format (24" X 15"), ca. late 1940s custom made photo album, specially prepared for Brigadier General Lucas V. Beau, Commanding General. Featuring 340+ photos of the Army Air Force operated European Air Transport Service (EATS) during the immediate post-WW2 period in Europe. Numerous large photos of officers and aircraft. Smaller photos featuring many different types of airplanes, airport ground vehicles, fire fighting equipment, airports, dignitaries, officers, enlisted men and various duties and events, etc. Custom made album cover in red pebble grained leather with gilt EATS emblem on front; slight wear and minor age staining, internally excellent. A fascinating and scarce group of historical period photos virtually impossible to duplicate.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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