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Pictorial History of the World War S.J. Duncan-Clark WWI Book 1919 Hardcover

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Pictorial History of the World War
S.J. Duncan-Clark, 1919 Hardcover Book
WWI Military History, Approximately 10 Inches Tall


This 1919 publication provides a comprehensive visual and narrative record of the First World War, with a specific focus on the achievements of American forces under General John J. Pershing. Released shortly after the armistice, these pictorial histories were essential for a domestic audience seeking to understand the scale and impact of the Great War through contemporary accounts, maps, and photographs. The work serves as a significant primary source document for early 20th-century military history enthusiasts.


• Hardcover binding in olive green cloth with embossed title and chain-link border design
• Extensive illustrations throughout featuring battlefield photography, portraits of military leaders, and historical scenes
• Comprehensive text covering American military achievements and the broader conflict of the Great War
• Measures approximately 10 inches by 8 inches with a 1.5 inch thickness


Condition: The cloth cover shows visible spotting, shelf wear, and bumping to the corners and spine edges. The spine exhibits wear at the head and foot. Internal pages show age-related toning (yellowing) and occasional foxing or staining, primarily on the endpapers. The binding remains structural and intact, with all photographed pages present and legible.