Whereas the homepage has links to each of the following wars which likely contain additional issues, the following is a reverse-chronological listing of several newspapers from each of the following wars: Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War (Kuwait), War in Afghanistan, and Iraq War.
Whereas the homepage has links to each of the following wars which likely contain additional issues, the following is a reverse-chronological listing of several newspapers from each of the following wars: Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War (Kuwait), War in Afghanistan, and Iraq War.
Saddam Hussein captured...
Item #570186
December 14, 2003
DAYTON DAILY NEWS, EXTRA !, Ohio, December 14, 2003
* Saddam Hussein capture
* Great issue for display
Here is a very displayable issue on the capture of Saddam Hussein. The front page features a large photo of a captured Hussein with a two line banner headline: "'WE GOT HIM'; SADDAM HUSSEIN CAPTURED" with some subheads. (see) The entire 8 page extra is taken up with text... See More
War on Iraq begins... In a military newspaper...
Item #563502
January 17, 1991
THE STARS AND STRIPES--EXTRA, "Authorized Unofficial Publication for the U.S. Armed Forces", Jan. 17, 1991 The bold banner headline proclaims: "WAR ERUPTS" and beneath which is: "Air Armada Hammers Iraq" with further text. The bottom half of the ftpg. is a photo of an F-15 Eagle being refueled in Saudi Arabia.
This newspaper announces the beginning of the war o... See More
Huge headline: War of Iraq begins...
Item #563504
January 17, 1991
DAILY GAZETTE, Sterling-Rock Falls, Illinois, January 17, 1991 This is one of the more dramatic issues to be had on the beginning of the Iraq War, when the United States initiated the air war to evict Iraq from conquered Kuwait. Fully half of the front page is taken up with: "WAR !" in purple letters, beneath which is "Allies Slam Saddam" and a photo of an F-$ Phantom fig... See More
Huge headline on Desert Storm...
Item #574953
January 17, 1991
DAILY GAZETTE, Sterling-Rock Falls, Illinois, January 17, 1991 This is one of the more dramatic issues to be had on the beginning of the Iraq War, when the United States initiated the air war to evict Iraq from conquered Kuwait. Fully half of the front page is taken up with: "WAR !" in purple letters, beneath which is "Allies Slam Saddam" and a photo of an F-$ Phantom fig... See More
The Gulf War has begun...
Item #594911
January 17, 1991
THE CINCINNATI POST, Cincinnati, Ohio, Jan. 17, 1991
* Operation Desert Storm
* Gulf War begins
* Persian Gulf
A bold front page head announces: "It's WAR" above which is the President Bush quote: "The liberation of Kuwait has begun...". A colorful ftpg. map shows the area of military action (see photos).
The complete first section of 18 pages, very nice cond... See More
The Games of Seoul...
Item #214563
October 10, 1988
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, October 10, 1988.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages are simply filled with the latest news in American sports, including a front page photo which was the highlight of the week. The top names and events of all American sports eventually found their way in the pages of The Sporting News.
The front page photo of
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Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages are simply filled with the latest news in American sports, including a front page photo which was the highlight of the week. The top names and events of all American sports eventually found their way in the pages of The Sporting News.
The front page photo of
Nixon resigns...
Item #210824
August 9, 1974
PHILADEPHIA DAILY NEWS, Aug. 9, 1974 The front page tells it all with the huge type proclaiming: "IT'S OVER" with the large photo of President Richard Nixon hugging his daughter, Julie Eisenhower. A significant front page on the resignation of Nixon from the presidency. Some of the interior leaves are missing so this is not a complete issue, but it is essentially the front page which... See More
Richard Nixon resigns...
Item #588828
August 9, 1974
THE NEW AND OBSERVER, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 9, 1974
* President Richard Nixon
* Ford Taking Over
This 40 page newspaper has banner headline on the front page: "Nixon Resigning; Ford Taking Over", with subheads and related photos.
Other news of the day throughout including various advertisements. A few small binding holes along the spine but otherwise in good co... See More
Jewish newspaper on the U.S. & Israel agreement...
Item #210967
June 18, 1974
THE JERUSALEM POST, Israel, June 18, 1974 The front page of this Jewish newspaper has headlines reading: "U.S. Commitment Assured--Rabin" "Long-Term Military Aid" and a photo of President Richard Nixon and Prime Minister Rabin (see photo). Much more on this on the inside pages. The ftpg. also has a photo of Nixon being greeted by King Hussein upon his arrival in Jordan. Nice to have this cont... See More
Paris Peace Accords signed...
Item #575711
January 27, 1973
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Russell, Kansas, January 27, 1973
* Paris Peace Accords signed
* Vietnam War ends for U.S.
* Early same day report
This 6 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "Cease-Fire Agreement Is Signed"
This tells of the Paris Peace Accrods being signed which ending direct U.S. military involvement in the Vietnam War.
Other news, sports... See More
George Foreman and Joe Frazier heavyweight boxing title... Inauguration events for second term of Richard Nixon...
Item #579223
January 22, 1973
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, January 22, 1973
* Joe Frazier vs. George Foreman
* Heavyweight boxing championship
* Pre fight news
This 28 page newspaper has a seven column headline near the bottom of page 14 that reads: "Frazier Faces Foreman in Tough Title Test Tonight".
The front page also has some coverage of the Inauguration events of President Richa... See More
Famous 90-Day Price Freeze...
Item #546333
August 16, 1971
THE HAYS DAILY NEWS: Hays, Kansas, dated August 16, 1971.
* Famous 90 Day Price Freeze
This front page headline reads: "Wage-Price Freeze Implemented", which pertains to President Richard Nixon's announcement of the Famous 90-Day Price freeze on wages, products, and rents. This event signaled the completion of the break from the gold standard, ending convertibility ... See More
Charles Manson murder trial in 1970....
Item #562835
August 5, 1970
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, August 5, 1970
* Charles Manson murder trial
* President Richard Nixon says guilty
* Court room antics
This 16 page newspaper has two column headline on page 2: "Manson Throws Tate Trial Into State Of Pandemonium".
See photos for text.
Other news of the day throughout. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in ... See More
Jackson State University killings...
Item #596465
May 16, 1970
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, May 16, 1970
* Jackson State University
* Vietnam War student protests
The front page has a one column heading: "2 Negroes Killed on Miss. Campus". 1st report coverage on the Jackson State University killings, which involved student protesters against the Vietnam War being shot at by police. This was shortly after the Kent St... See More
Desecration of the schools in the South... My Lai massacare probe...
Item #590046
January 14, 1970
JACKSONVILLE JOURNAL, Jacksonville, Florida, January 14, 1970 The front page of the issue contains bold headlines "Pupil Integration Ordered By Feb. 1" and "Teachers Get Integration Notices". The desecration would take place in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. Also on the front page is a report "GI List Growing In My Lai Probe" deals with the Army... See More
College football title argument in 1970...
Item #566405
January 2, 1970
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, January 2, 1970 This 38 page newspaper has a four column photo at the bottom of the front page with heading: "Football Reigns Supreme on TV".
Page 39 has a nice banner headline: "Texas Conquers Notre Dame, 21-17" and more with photos..
Also, page 40 has a banner headline: " Penn State Turns Back Missouri, 10-3&... See More
White House holds first Jewish service...
Item #596456
June 30, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, June 30, 1969
* 1st Jewish religious service at the White House,
The front page has a four column heading: "Rabbi Leads White House Service" with caption: "200 Attend in East Room". 1st report coverage on the very 1st Jewish religious service held at the White House. President Richard Nixon made the unprecedented step to displa... See More
Richard Nixon Inauguration...
Item #209270
January 21, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, January 21, 1969. This 36 page newspaper is in nice condition and has a two line, six column headline on the front page: "Nixon Asks Nation to Strive For Peace at Home, Abroad" with subhead: "Given Oath As 37th President" with related photos.
Richard Nixon 1969 Inauguration...
Item #210049
January 20, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, January 20, 1969. This 24 page newspaper has a two line, four column headline on the front page: "Nixon to Assume Presidency Today" plus relatred photos that tell of Richard Nixon's Inauguration day. Other interesating headlines on the fron page include: "His Burden Lifted, LBJ Heads for History" & "Binoculars, Rifle Aid Police In ... See More
USS Pueblo captured by North Korea...
Item #562424
January 25, 1968
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, January 25, 1968
* USS Pueblo incident
* North Korea
This 58 page newspaper has four column headline on the front page: "Moscow Won't Help To Release Pueblo".
Reporting on the infamous USS Pueblo incident.
Other news of the day throughout. Minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
wikipedia notes: USS Pueblo (AGER-2) is a Banne... See More
USS Pueblo captured by North Korea...
Item #564192
January 23, 1968
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, January 23, 1968
* USS Pueblo incident (1st report)
* Early report on same day
* North Korea
This 6 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "North Koreans Seize U.S. Intelligence Ship". This is an early 1st report on the infamous USS Pueblo incident.
Other news of the day. A few small binding holes along the spine, otherwise... See More
Battle of Khe Sanh begins... Vietnam War...
Item #597627
January 22, 1968
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, January 22, 1968
* Battle of Khe Sanh begins
* Vietnam War
The front page has one column headlines: "Foe's Toll Heavy In Attacks", "Enemy Troops Melt Into Jungle After Assaults on Outposts" 1st report coverage on the initial start of the battle of Khe Sanh during the Vietnam War.
Other news, sports and advert... See More
USS Forrestal disaster....
Item #563270
July 29, 1967
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, July 29, 1967
* USS Forrestal (CV-59) disaster (1st report)
* Fire & explosions
This 12 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "26 Die In Holocaust On Carrier Forrestal" with caption: "29 Jets Destroyed Or Damaged"
Tells of the USS Forrestal fire disaster off of North Vietnam.
Other news of th... See More
Lawrence Joel Receives Medal of Honor...
Item #216775
March 10, 1967
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, March 10, 1967.
* Lawrence Joel
* African American Medic
* Congessional Medal of Honor
This 12 page newspaper has a two column photo on the front page of President Lyndon Johnson giving Lawrence Joel, medical corpsman the medal of honor (see photo). Other news of the day with ads throughout. Small binding holes, otherwise in good condition.
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* Lawrence Joel
* African American Medic
* Congessional Medal of Honor
This 12 page newspaper has a two column photo on the front page of President Lyndon Johnson giving Lawrence Joel, medical corpsman the medal of honor (see photo). Other news of the day with ads throughout. Small binding holes, otherwise in good condition.
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Robert S. McNamara's Harvard Speech...
Item #216124
November 8, 1966
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 8, 1966.
* Robert S. McNamara's Speech at Harvard
* 1966
This 46 page newspaper has a two line, two column headline on the front page: "Harvard Critics Irk McNamara" Other news of the day throughout. Minor margin wear, otherwise in nice condition.
* Robert S. McNamara's Speech at Harvard
* 1966
This 46 page newspaper has a two line, two column headline on the front page: "Harvard Critics Irk McNamara" Other news of the day throughout. Minor margin wear, otherwise in nice condition.
Saigon Floating Restaurant bombed in 1965....
Item #221500
June 26, 1965
DETROIT FREE PRESS, MI, June 26, 1965.
* My Canh floating restaurant bombing...
* Saigon...
* Airplane crash...
This 30+ page newspaper has a three line, two column headline on the front page: "Cafe Bomb In Saigon Fatal to 31" Tells of the My Canh floating restaurant bombing in Saigon Vietnam. Other news of the day including a nice headline on a airplane crash on t
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* My Canh floating restaurant bombing...
* Saigon...
* Airplane crash...
This 30+ page newspaper has a three line, two column headline on the front page: "Cafe Bomb In Saigon Fatal to 31" Tells of the My Canh floating restaurant bombing in Saigon Vietnam. Other news of the day including a nice headline on a airplane crash on t
Jimmy Hoffa guilty...
Item #563487
March 12, 1964
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, March 12, 1964
* Jimmy Hoffa guilty of bribery
* Jail sentence imposed
This 14 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Hoffa Sentenced To Eight Years".
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: In 1964, Hoffa was convicted of attempted bribery of a grand juror and jailed f... See More
Jimmy Hoffa trial for jury tampering...
Item #562929
March 6, 1964
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, March 6, 1964
* Jimmy Hoffa trial for jury tampering
* Guilty
This 40+ page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "'Oust Hoffa' Talk Grows in Teamsters" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout including a front page report on the Elizabeth Taylor -- Eddie Fisher divorce
Small binding holes along ... See More
1961 Brentwood-Bel Air fire disaster...
Item #574822
November 7, 1961
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, November 7, 1961
* Brentwood-Bel Air fire disaster
* Palisades, Los Angeles, California
This 16 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Fires Threaten Palisades, 200 Stars' Homes Gutted" with relate photo. (see)
Tells of the fire disaster that hit Brentwood- Bel Air area of Los Angeles, California.
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JFK - Nixon 4th and final debate...
Item #583665
October 22, 1960
THE DETROIT NEWS, Detroit, Michigan, October 22, 1960
* John F. Kennedy vs. Richard Nixon
* 4th and final presidential debate
This 24 page newspaper has a two line banner headline on the front page: "Hoover, Dewey Urge V.P. to OK 5th Debate" with subheads that include: "Kennedy Hurls New Challenge" (see photos). This tells of the 4th and final presidential debate betwee... See More
JFK- Nixon Presidential debate in 1960...
Item #567842
October 8, 1960
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, October 8, 1960
* John F. Kennedy JFK
* Richard Nixon
* Presidential debate
This 12 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Candidates Bristle In Second Debate".
Tells of the 2nd of the four JFK & Nixon presidential debates which were the first debates to be held on National television.
Other news of... See More
Joseph Kittinger record parachute jump....
Item #592166
August 17, 1960
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, August 17, 1960
* Joseph Kittinger parachute jump
* Excelsior III (1st report)
This 32 page newspaper has a two column photo of "Air Force Capt. Joseph Kittinger stands beside the open balloon gondola" with small caption: "Makes Record Leap".
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day throughout. Ve... See More
Iraqi monarchy overthrown...
Item #562401
July 15, 1958
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana July 15, 1958
* 14th July Revolution
* Military coup of Iraq
* Iraqi monarchy - King Faisal
This 44 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "U.N. MEETING TODAY ON MIDEAST CRISIS" with subheads, map and related photos. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Th... See More
Marilyn Monroe divorces DiMaggio...
Item #574593
October 27, 1954
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Russell, Kansas, October 27, 1954
* Marilyn Monroe
* Joe DiMaggio
* Divorce
This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline near the bottom of the front page: "Free Marilyn Says Joe Treated Her 'Coldly'" which tells of the divorce between Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. See photos for complete text.
Other news and advertisements of the day thro... See More
Richard Nixon Vindicated 1952...
Item #550972
September 25, 1952
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, September 25, 1952
* Dwight Eisenhower vindicates Richard Nixon
* Dwight Eisenhower vindicates Richard Nixon
* Illegal Money Accepted for Campaign
This 40 page newspaper has a nice six column headline on the front page: "EISENHOWER ASSERTS NIXON IS COMPLETELY VINDICATED" with subheads and related photo. Minor margin wear, otherwise in nice condition.
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Dwight Eisenhower nominated for presidency...
Item #595464
July 12, 1952
CENTRE DAILY TIMES, State College, Pennsylvania, July 12, 1952
* Dwight Eisenhower & Richard Nixon
* Republican presidential nomination
The front page has a six column headline: "'Ike' Opens New 'Crusade'; Truman Insists on 'Fair Deal' Battle" with subheads and related photos. 1st report coverage on Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon's Re... See More
The Korean War...
Item #565165
Lot of 25 complete issues, with various American titles, containing front page Korean War news and Headlines; mostly 1st rate. All issues are complete and are suitable for framing.
Bobby Thomason shot heard round the World....
Item #565201
October 4, 1951
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, October 4, 1951
* Bobby Thomson home run (1st report)
* Shot Heard Round the World
This 14 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 10: "Giants Ninth Will Be Talked Of for Years".
Tells of the very famous walk off home run by Bobby Thomson in the bottom of the ninth inning at the Polo Grounds to win the NL Pennant for the New Yo... See More
Kamarband Cave skeletons find...
Item #585765
April 28, 1951
THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 28, 1951
* Kamarband Cave, Behshahr, Iran
* Modern man skeletons find
This 32 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Find Indicates 'Modern Man' Existed 75,000 Years Ago" with subhead: "Three Skeletons Unearthed Near Caspian Together With Crude Tools" with small related map (see photos). 1st report coverage on the a... See More
Korean War Era issue...
Item #207117
January 1, 1951
THE NEW YORK TIMES, 1951, from New York, New York . A complete and original issue from the heart of the Korean War, with front page news coverage of the war (war headlines). Each issue varies, but will be similar in look and condition to the one shown in the image, but actual dates will vary. If you need a specific date, please contact us for a price quote and availability. ... See More
Korean War Era issue...
Item #207494
January 1, 1951
The Korean War, 1950-1953, from various titles. A complete and original issue from the heart of the Korean War, with front page news coverage of the war (war headlines). Each issue varies, but will be similar in look and condition to the one shown in the image, but actual dates will vary. All issues are complete and in very good condition.
1st Cape Canaveral launch...
Item #578711
July 25, 1950
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, July 25, 1950
* Bumper 8 rocket launch... V-2 & WAC Corporal
* Very 1st for Cape Canaveral in Florida
This 22 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page:
"Rocket Zooms Up at 2,700 MPH" with photo of the takeoff (see photos).
This was the very 1st rocket launch from Cape Canaveral Florida. A historic ... See More
Korean War begins...
Item #564549
June 26, 1950
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, June 26, 1950 This 50 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "NORTH KOREAN DRIVE IS REPORTED HALTED" with subhead and related photo. (see) This was actually the start of the Korean War which would last for more than 3 years.
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise good.
Additional war collections...
Item #180155
Additional War Collections can be obtained for any of the following: French & Indian War, Revolutionary War, Mexican War, Spanish-American War, WWI, and the Korean War. Prices will vary depending upon the collection, but will be priced similarly to our other war collections, and may range from $40 to $100. Contact us for additional details and exact pricing.
Arab-Israeli War for liberation...
Item #568909
June 1, 1948
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, June 1, 1948
* Arab-Israeli War for liberation
* Jerusalem - Israel
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Jewish Planes Bomb Amman; Arabs Arouse" and more. (see)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: The British Mandate over Pale... See More
Arab-Israeli War for liberation...
Item #569156
May 25, 1948
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, May 25, 1948
* Arab-Israeli War for liberation
* Jerusalem - Israel
This 14 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Israeli Leader Sees U.S. Lifting Arms Embargo" and more with related photo. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wi... See More
Arab-Israeli War for liberation...
Item #569000
May 24, 1948
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, May 24, 1948
* Arab-Israeli War for liberation
* Jerusalem - Israel
This 14 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "Arabs Viewed Rejecting U.N. Order To Cease Fire" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: The British Mandate over P... See More
Arabs declare war against Jews in Palestine...
Item #556645
December 4, 1947
NEW YORK WORLD-TELEGRAM, New York, December 4, 1947
* Arabs declare war against Jews in Palestine
* Muslims - Judaica
This 60 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "ARABS WRECK U.S. OFFICE IN IRAQ" with subheads. Nice for display.
Other news of the day. Some margin wear and chipping, otherwise good.
wikipedia notes: The 1947–1948 Ci... See More
Jackie Robinson baseball debut...
Item #595296
April 19, 1946
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE-TIMES, Pennsylvania, April 19, 1946
* Jackie Robinson breaks the color barrier
* Baseball debut (1st report)
Page 12 has a small one column headline: "Robinson Has Field Day In Making Debut"
See photo for brief but historic coverage on Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. A historic report in both baseball and black americana.
Ot... See More
1945 occupation of Japan begins....
Item #589089
August 31, 1945
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, August 31, 1945
* U.S. occupation of Japan begins
* General Douglas MacArthur
* USS Missouri (Big Mo) in Tokyo Bay
This 20 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "OCCUPATION OF JAPAN IS PROCEEDING RAPIDLY" with subheads. This is coverage on the initial occupation Japan with the United States Navy entering To... See More
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