When Zippo Went To War
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When Zippo Went To War
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Author : Philip Kaplan
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Release Date : 2021-03-30
When Zippo Went To War written by Philip Kaplan and has been published by Pen and Sword History this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-30 with History categories.
Throughout the 1930s the Zippo Company in Pennsylvania prospered on the growing success of its stylish, charismatic little cigarette lighter. The lighter was made mostly of brass, but with the Second World War that metal was declared a ‘strategic material’ in the U.S. where huge amounts of it were needed for shell and cartridge casings. Zippo replaced the brass with steel, which can corrode, and wartime Zippos were given a new baked-on black ‘crackle’ finish to protect them. That non-reflective characteristic helped save the lives of many American soldiers in combat zones. The demand of the Armed Forces for the lighter led to the company to earmark its entire production for military. The big wartime market for the Zippo resulted in a rise of imitations. After the war, through subsequent conflicts in Korea, Vietnam and elsewhere, thousands of such phoneys appeared in boot sales and swap meets across the world. Movie stars added sophistication and glamor when someone lit up a cigarette with a Zippo and the distinctive ‘clink-clop’ sound the lighter made when opened and closed was unmatchable. Legend has it that the great star Bette Davis was once asked by an interviewer if she smoked after sex. Her supposed response: “To tell you the truth, I’ve never looked.” In later years- and a dark medical reality- the cigarette began losing its allure, but in wartime the soldier, sailor, marine and airman was frequently nervous in the service and found solace and a brief time-out-of-war in the relaxation of a quick smoke. Zippo was ready in such moments. Today many examples survive with a special history and caché. When Zippo Went to War is illustrated with more than 140 unpublished photos those unique little lighters of old. Like the remarkable Zippo itself, the book works well and sheds some new light on its subject.
Vietnam Zippos
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Author : Sherry Buchanan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
Vietnam Zippos written by Sherry Buchanan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Cigar lighters categories.
"Vietnam Zippos showcases the engravings made by U.S. soldiers on their lighters during the height of the conflict, from 1965 to 1973. Sherry Buchanan, through the collection of American artist Bradford Edwards, tells the story of how the humble Zippo became a talisman and companion for American GIs during their tours of duty. The engravings gathered in this illustrated volume run the full emotional spectrum with both sardonic reflections - "I love the f***ing Army and the Army loves f***ing me" - and poignant maxims - "When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace." Part pop art and part military artifact, they capture the large moods of the sixties and the darkest days of Vietnam - all through the world of the tiny Zippo."--BOOK JACKET.
Zippo Boys
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Author : Dave E Lara
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-11-11
Zippo Boys written by Dave E Lara and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-11 with History categories.
Combat Corpsman Dave Lara keeps the biggest secret of the war - he's gay. He saves lives, becomes a man and falls in love at a time when being him was a crime. ZIPPO BOYS takes the reader into the fog of war and the hearts of young men who face prison if their truth is told.
Uncle John S Bathroom Reader Salutes The Armed Forces
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Author : Bathroom Readers' Institute
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2012-08-15
Uncle John S Bathroom Reader Salutes The Armed Forces written by Bathroom Readers' Institute and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-08-15 with Humor categories.
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and the Coast Guard! The patriotic folks at the BRI have stormed the proverbial beaches of Normandy and beyond to bring you this salute to the greatest force for good on planet Earth! Make your way through the ranks and read about the history, triumphs, trials, and humor of those who serve. At nearly 500 pages, this is the book you want by your side while you wait it out in the fox hole. Read about... * The Semper Fi story* A history of the draft* The real Private Ryan* Dog tags then and now* Medal of Honor winners* M*A*S*H: the true story* The original Flying Tiger* Beetle Bailey and other cartoon soldiers* What it takes to be in the Special Forces* Can you see me now? The story of camouflage And much, much more!
Popular Science
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1961-10
Popular Science written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1961-10 with categories.
Popular Science gives our readers the information and tools to improve their technology and their world. The core belief that Popular Science and our readers share: The future is going to be better, and science and technology are the driving forces that will help make it better.
The American Legion
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
The American Legion written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with United States categories.
Army Navy Air Force Journal Register
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1942
Army Navy Air Force Journal Register written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1942 with United States categories.
U S News World Report
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
U S News World Report written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with United States categories.
Popular Mechanics
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1994-08
Popular Mechanics written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-08 with categories.
Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
Zippo Manufacturing Company
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Author : Linda L. Meabon
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2003-08-29
Zippo Manufacturing Company written by Linda L. Meabon and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-08-29 with Business & Economics categories.
A photographic history of the family-owned Pennsylvania company that became a household name and a global success story. The Zippo Manufacturing Company was founded in 1932 in Bradford, Pennsylvania, by George G. Blaisdell, who designed the first Zippo lighter in 1933; since then, Zippo has produced nearly four hundred million lighters. The product line eventually expanded to include tape measures and pocket knives. Zippo entered the specialty advertising market in 1935, when the Kendall Refinery ordered five hundred lighters that displayed its name—and since then, the Zippo lighter has become a commemorative showcase for corporate logos, special events, and famous places throughout the United States and around the world. Zippo has been owned and operated by the Blaisdell family for more than seventy years. Zippo Manufacturing Company contains photographs of the Blaisdells, the Zippo Riders, the Zippo ski slope, the Zippo car, special-edition lighters, and scenes from the town of Bradford. Zippo archives and private collections have yielded rare photographs of Zippo employees at work, company and collector events, and other highlights in the company's history—making for a lively journey though this unique piece of American culture.