Unique US Army Heartshield bulletproof bible – named, enlisted in 1943 – Militaire uitrusting – 1943

Exceedingly difficult to find - an original Heart Shield Bible, from 1943 when these shields were sold. This unique example is named to a Douglas C Radcliffe - he tried to obscure his name, perhaps given the regulations that no personal details could be writtwn anymore in bibles after 1943-1944 in case they were captured- born in 1924, and enlisted in 1943. Some preliminary research is attached; he served for at least 3 years but I dont know where he exactly served during WW2. His bible has his name and a touching message ''left home on march 1943'' This bible is in good and nice condition except for some wear; see photo's as they are part of the description. the cover has a beautiful patina. The metal plates were to prevent a bullet from reaching the soldier’s heart (which they did on several occasions. surface of the bible has a great patina and has the text: May god bless you.. A very nice 100% original item for your US WW2 collection and this merits further investigation! See also our other interesting military books and items that we offer for auction on catawiki!