For your consideration: As shown, a rare paper publication set of 2 titled: THE SOLDIER'S LETTER, Vol I. No. 1 from November 1898 and the subsequent, No. 2 from December 1898. Printed in Manila, Philippines. This very time period was inbetween Admiral George Dewey's capture of Manila on August 13, 1898 and the outbreak of the Philippine-American War on February 4, 1899.

Each measures appx 15.5 x 22.5 cm. Issue No. 1 has 40 pages and 13 photos/drawings and No. 2 has 40 pages with 9 photos/drawings. There are also an extra 9 pages for advertisements. The most significant wear is to the covers, with tears, creasing and foxing. The inside is fair with random foxing and discoloration. During the time I have owned it, it has been in a climate control space.

A past online listing mentions that these were published by the First California Volunteer Infantry and that these same 2 issues issues were the only ones printed. I purchased these separately over 15 years ago, but it took me a long time to acquire them both. This is a true piece of American military or colonial history that would enhance any collection. Check out my other U.S. military and Filipiniana items for sale.

NOTE: Being an older item, there may be a musty smell, so buyer beware. SERIOUS BUYER ONLY. I do not cancel sales after the fact due to buyer's remorse. So please review the pics or ask your questions first and purchase accordingly.

Item will be shipped securely via USPS Priority mail. I do not use media mail. There is no combined shipping for this item. No returns or local pick-up. All sales final.