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IN THE BRAVE DAYS OF OLD

• Little Brave Arikara Scout KIA at
  Little Brave Arikara Scout KIA at Little Bighorn Rare CDV Extremely scarce CDV of Little Brave the Arikara Scout for the 7th Cavalry who was killed in action at Little Bighorn; anonymous publisher.Little Brave (c.1850-1876) also known as "Stub" and "Little Soldier " died alongside Reno while serving as a U.S. Scout for the fourth time.? He had served in the Black Hills Expedition of 1874 and had re-enlisted with Custer at Fort Lincoln in May of 1876.? One Sioux account of the battle by Wooden Leg relates that Little Brave was hiding in a sagebrush near the river taking potshots when a small group crept up behind him.? Before they could act Little Brave was felled by a bullet from the opposite direction but as they came upon him he jumped up and turned his rifle on them.? Wooden Leg hit him over the head with his rifle before Little Brave could fire and the rest of the group pounced on the Arikara scout and stabbed him to death.? Wooden Leg made off with the rifle while the others took his scalp and clothing. Condition: Very good condition.
• Lot of 14: 1960s Brave & the Bold
  Lot of 14: 1960s Brave & the Bold Comic Books. Click for full description...
• 'THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE', 'THE
  'THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE', 'THE LITTLE REGIMENT', AND 'BOWERY TALES: GEORGE'S MOTHER AND MAGGIE''The Red Badge of Courage', 'The Little Regiment', and 'Bowery Tales: George's Mother and Maggie',, Three Volumes by Stephen Crane for D. Appleton & Company, New York, 1896 and William Heinemann, London, 1900
• SERBIA. MEDAL FOR BRAVERY,
  SERBIA. MEDAL FOR BRAVERY, 1877-1878 The Medal was instituted on 15 (27) February 1878 and awarded to officers, non-commissioned officers and other ranks for acts of bravery on the field of battle in the war of liberation against Ottoman Turkey of 1877 to 1878. The Medal is rare.
• SERBIA. MEDAL FOR BRAVERY, 1876 the
  SERBIA. MEDAL FOR BRAVERY, 1876 the Medal, Serbia’s first award for bravery, was instituted on 12 (24) July 1876 for acts of courage in the face of the enemy. The Medal is rare.
• (33) VINTAGE BOOKS FOR BOYS
  (33) VINTAGE BOOKS FOR BOYS INSPIRING COURAGE AND THE BUILDING OF GOOD CHARACTER Various publishers, first half 20th century, most small octavo (7-1/2 in.), ten retain dust jackets; new wonders of the early 20th century such as flight, automobiles, and motion pictures are often featured.
• An Antique Pressed Tin Fireback
  An Antique Pressed Tin Fireback 19th c. depicting warriors flanking the motto "Veni Vidi Vici" the borders decorated with scrolls and olive leaves height 37 in. width 37 1/2 in.
• The Excellent Old Ballad of Chevy
  The Excellent Old Ballad of Chevy Chace Broadside Describing the Battle of Otterburn English broadside ca 17th century. Folio approx. 9.5 x 14.25 in. The ballad is recorded in the Stationer's Register (London) an early claim to the rights of printing similar to later copyrights in 1624 although it certainly predates that as folk lore. Subtitled: Describing the woeful Hunting Match on Cheviot Hills with the bloody fight between the Earls Percy and Douglas. While some trace the ballad to the Battle of Otterburn in 1388 others think it describes the Battle of Piperden (Pepperden) between Henry Percy of Northumberland and William Douglas Earl of Angus a more private border feud (i.e. not a national war) fought in 1435 or 1436. It is thought to be a variant of The Hunting of Cheviot which was old in the mid-sixteenth century. There are apparently many ballads that used the same tune although that is not reproduced on this early broadside. ''Back in the day'' everyone knew all the ballad tunes but musical notations as we understand them today did not exist. Notations did exist of course in churches and a few other contexts. European notation was not standarized until about the end of the 17th century and then not read by very many. Condition: Toned old fold with small hole affecting only one letter. Edges somewhat scuffed with bits of paper loss (esp. lower left) not affecting text.
• Currier and Ives Civil War era "The
  Currier and Ives Civil War era "The Brave Wife" chromo lithograph; The mother and child bidding farewell to their soldier. Image; 11 1/2" x 8 1/2". Significant tearing and/or creasing throughout with damage and repair in top margin.
• Good Australian lot of 5: They
  Good Australian lot of 5: They Dared Mightily, Forgotten Valour, War Behind The Wire, The Great Ride, The Heroes. More Information Excellent
• BRONZE MODEL OF A VIKING WARRIOR
  BRONZE MODEL OF A VIKING WARRIOR The bearded figure with winged helmet, heroically posed with sword and shield in hand, mounted upon a round footed bronze and green hardstone base, appears unsigned.
• BEV DOOLITTLE COLOR LITHOGRAPH
  BEV DOOLITTLE COLOR LITHOGRAPH (California born 1947) titled ''Brave Heart'' an Indian chief on white pony 16'' by 16'' signed in pencil Bev Doolittle and numbered lower left. In custom oak frame.
• ROYAL DOULTON ''INDIAN BRAVE''
  ROYAL DOULTON ''INDIAN BRAVE'' #494/500: Rare figure featuring Native American on horse with spear and shield. Indian Brave (HN 2376) is a very rare Royal Doulton Prestige Figure from the Native American Heritage Series, issued in 1967 in a limited edition of 500. This one is #494 and was designed by Peggy Davies. Approx. 16.5'' h x 16.12'' w x 5.5'' d.
• Civil War Recruiting Broadside Maj.
  Civil War Recruiting Broadside Maj. Gen. Hancock's First Army Corps of Veterans A late-war broadside with the heading The Flag of America shall never grow dim nor one Star be obliterated from its Bright Galaxy! / Maj. Gen. Hancock's First Army Corps of Veterans / A splendid opportunity to form a GRAND NATIONAL GUARD to vindicate the National Honor in defiance of all enemies in defiance of the Institutions of America. between nice woodcuts of a sailor and an artilleryman with the bold text Veterans to the Front! and a woodcut of a cavalryman in the lower half. An unusually lengthy appeal to service by Benjamin Franklin Chief of Detective Police Mayor's Office Philadelphia including testimonials to the character of the men already enlisted (dated February 1865) and a detailed breakdown of the pay.  12 x 19 in. housed in two-sided frame 14.75 x 22.25 in. overall. Condition: Scattered stains chipping at edges and separation at fold lines.
• A GROUP OF SILVER AGE DC BRAVE
  A GROUP OF SILVER AGE DC BRAVE AND THE BOLD COMICSA group of Silver Age DC Brave and the Bold comics, Comprising #14, #19, and #22 3 pieces
• "FIGHTING RED CLOUD'S WARRIORS" 1ST
  "FIGHTING RED CLOUD'S WARRIORS" 1ST EDITION 1926Presented in this lot is the First Edition of "Fighting Red Cloud's Warriors" by E. A. Brininstool, 1926, The Hunter-Trader-Trapper Co., Columbus, Ohio. A classic account of The Fetterman Massacre, The Wagon Box Fight, The Battle of Beecher Island, and The Buffalo Wallow Fight. From the Preface, "I am not a believer in the old adage that 'the only good Indian is a dead Indian.' My sympathy is with the red man. The early white traders who trafficked with the Indian were, as a rule, a class of men of little conscience and few scruples, who would stoop to any deceit or trickery to rob the Indian of his furs and pelts. It was the early trader who introduced whiskey among the Indian tribes; who, through fraud and knavery, turned the red man against the whites of whatever class. This was the beginning of the hatred and contempt which made all white men, good or bad, soon look alike to the warring savage." Brininstool (1870-1957) was a cowboy poet, but was not a working cowboy. He lived most his life in Los Angeles, rubbed elbows with Will Rogers and Charles Russell, who met regularly as part of a western artists group at the University Club in LA. He is best known for Trail Dust of a Maverick (1914) and Bozeman Trail (1922). Brininstool was a prolific author on the subject of Indian Wars, especially on Little Big Horn. This red cloth illustrated hardcover is in good overall condition, slight scuffing and soiling observed on cover and edges. Intact pages exhibit age tanning and very slight foxing, no other obvious marring noted. Measures 5.25"W x 7.25"L , weight approximate 10oz.
• INDIAN BRAVE HN2376 - ROYAL DOULTON
  INDIAN BRAVE HN2376 - ROYAL DOULTON FIGURINERare figure featuring Native American on horse with spear and shield. Indian Brave (HN 2376) is a very rare Royal Doulton Prestige Figure from the Native American Heritage Series, issued in 1967 in a limited edition of 500. Designed by Peggy Davies, the vibrant, emotive figure evokes the masterly skills of horse and rider. This figure is rarely available. - Native American Heritage Artist: Peggy Davies Issued: 1967 Dimensions: 16"H Edition Number: 341 Edition Size: 500 Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England Condition: Good.
• MILITIA BELT PLATE - US Militia
  MILITIA BELT PLATE - US Militia Belt Plate ca 1850 a solid brass panel slightly curved with spread-eagle fronted by shield with single star gripping seven arrows and laurel branch weaving ivy border with twelve stars with original loop and tab dou
• WAR OF 1812 NY STATESMAN
  WAR OF 1812 NY STATESMAN NEWSPAPERThursday morning, June 17, 1813, No. 258, Vol 1. Multiple columns describe the official British account of the battle between the USS Constitution and HMS Java. A harrowing description of the battle leading up to the "capture and ultimate destruction" of the Java. The surrender is described by First Lieutenant Ducie Chads "..having a great part of our crew killed and wounded, our bowsprit and three masts gone, several guns useless, we should not be justified in wasting the lives of more of those remaining." This historical newspaper provides a contemporary look at what battle with Old Ironsides entailed. Just a few columns away from this account we see a notice for a meeting for the General Committee of Arrangements regarding "celebrating the 37th anniversary of the American Independence". Showing how the struggles of freedom impacted parts of the population is a notice directly below this advertising "A Mulatto wench 25 years old" for sale. There are many other notices and advertisements of interest including a police report regarding stolen silver, a notice for the sale of items made at the state prison, advertising for the Bank of America, and medicines including mercury administered by Dr. Hive. Approx. 13-1/4" L x 20-1/2" H. Wear commensurate with age, use, and materials. Weakness at folds, uneven edges. See images for detail. This item can be shipped in-house.
• UNION SERGEANT REENACTMENT
  UNION SERGEANT REENACTMENT UNIFORM Late 20th century, wool. Short jacket and vest with embossed eagle brass buttons.
• INDIAN BRAVE HN2376 - ROYAL DOULTON
  INDIAN BRAVE HN2376 - ROYAL DOULTON FIGURINEIndian Brave (HN 2376) is a very rare Royal Doulton Prestige Figure from the Native American Heritage Series, issued in 1967 in a limited edition of 500. Designed by Peggy Davies, the vibrant, emotive figure evokes the masterly skills of horse and rider. This figure is rarely available. - Native American HeritageArtist: Peggy Davies Artist: Peggy Davies Issued: 1967; Ltd. 500 Dimensions: 16"H Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England
• Two Stevengraphs 'The Good Old Days
  Two Stevengraphs 'The Good Old Days of Rattling Wheels and Gallant Greys' and 'The Present Time' framed as one by T E Carter Coventry
• (CIVIL WAR) BRAGG EDWARD S. attrib.
  (CIVIL WAR) BRAGG EDWARD S. attrib. A group of two autographed letters to his wife. In the letters Bragg discusses his military activities and refers to Gen. McClellan Antietam and ''Old Abe.'' Signed ''E'' dated November 30 1852 (sc. 1862) and Sunday April 6 1863 4pp. each. Folded in thirds; five line horizontal strip cut from letter dated ''1852.'' Edward Stuyvesant Bragg (1827-1912) of Fond du Lac Wisconsin advanced in rank from captain of the 6th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry in 1861 to Brigadier General in 1864 and was engaged in the battles of Gainesville South Mountain Antietam (where he was severely wounded) Fredericksburg Chancellorsville the Wilderness Spotsylvania Laurel Hill North Anna and Cold Harbor as well as commanding the Iron Brigade in their assault on Petersburg. In addition to his field work he was involved in politics and a delegate to the Charleston Democratic Convention of 1860 was elected as state senator in 1867 and served four terms in Congress (1877-83 and 1885-1887). (Dictionary of American Biography vol. 2 pp. 587-588)
• US Cavalry Saber American, 19th
  US Cavalry Saber American, 19th century, War of 1812 era, guard with Greek armor in high relief, quillon with spread eagle and shield in relief, ribbed bone grip, pommel with eagle head and feathered neck, blade with bluing and engraving with gilt highlights, blade 29-3/4 in., total length 35 in.,
• CIVIL WAR DAGUERREOTYPE SOLDIER &
  CIVIL WAR DAGUERREOTYPE SOLDIER & TWO BOYSCivil War era daguerreotype picturing two young boys in matching uniform flanking a man, likely their father, dressed in northern militia uniform holding a militia sword likely 1840-1850 model with helmet pommel, his uniform with epaulettes and militia belt buckle, the child at left appears to be holding a kepi in his right hand, housed in period case **Provenance: A prominent Dallas, Texas estate**
• CIVIL WAR BRIGADIER REENACTOR'S
  CIVIL WAR BRIGADIER REENACTOR'S UNIFORM Late 20th century, wool. Single star epaulets on double breasted frock coat, velvet collar and cuffs. Together with vest and trousers and cotton white shirt with pleated front. Slouch hat and pair of leather boots.
• FANCIFUL 19TH CENTURY PAINTING OF A
  FANCIFUL 19TH CENTURY PAINTING OF A GREEK HERO Circa 1860, oil on board, unsigned, depicting a mythological warrior (in 19th century theatrical garb) on a subterranean quest that will undoubtedly end with the slaying of a monster. Presented in maple veneer frame with gilt and gesso liner.
• 1 vol. Kipling, Rudyard.
  1 vol. Kipling, Rudyard. Captains Courageous. A Story of The Grand Banks. London: Macmillan, 1897. First edition. 8vo, orig. gilt-lettered & pictorial blue cloth, gilt-pictorial spine; occasionaly slightly scuffed, very slightly cocked. Illus. by I.W. Taber, frontis., text illus. Complete with 1/2 title & 2 pp adverts. at back. Back free endpaper creased, scattered, generally light, foxing. Bright copy. Livingston 137; [Stewart 163] Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman''s Conditions of Sale.
• Paul Dubois (French 1827-1905).
  Paul Dubois (French 1827-1905). ''Le Courage Militaire '' patinated and gilt bronze 19th century; modeled as classical God of War figure seated on tree stump wearing armor and lion skin cape holding a sword marked on side ''F. Barbedienne Fondeur Paris '' signed in cast ''P. Dubois '' with award medal stamp on back 27 in. H. Estimate $ 3 000-5 000 Gilt loss patina wear.
• Antique Britians British sailors in
  Antique Britians British sailors in box, (8)
• A GROUP OF SILVER AGE DC BRAVE
  A GROUP OF SILVER AGE DC BRAVE AND THE BOLD COMICSA group of Silver Age DC Brave and the Bold comics, Comprising Hawkman #35, #36, #42, #43, #51, and Metamorpho #57 6 pieces
• A GROUP OF SILVER AGE DC BRAVE
  A GROUP OF SILVER AGE DC BRAVE AND THE BOLD COMICSA group of Silver Age DC Brave and the Bold comics, Comprising Cave Carson #31, #32, #33, #40, and #41 5 pieces
• 1830's Dragoon Troopers Saber
  1830's Dragoon Troopers Saber
• HAND COLORED LITHOGRAPH OF
  HAND COLORED LITHOGRAPH OF A-MIS-QUAM, A WINNEBAGO BRAVE. FRAME: 18-1/4 X 14 INHand Colored Lithograph of A-Mis-Quam, a Winnebago Brave, Published by F.W. Greenough, Colored by I.T. Bowen's Lithographic Establishment Frame: 18 x 14 in
• TWO ANTIQUE REVERSE GLASS PRINTS OF
  TWO ANTIQUE REVERSE GLASS PRINTS OF BRITISH CAVALRYMEN Reverse glass engraving with hand coloring, 19th century, printed text beneath each reads "Officers of the British Army," presented in uniform bird's-eye maple veneer frame with gilt fillet.
• 19th century officer's saber,
  19th century officer's saber, very ornate eagle head pommel, carved ivory grip, engraved blade with elaborate scrolls and trophies of peace and war and E Pluribus Unum , early 19th century, original scabbard, 32 in. blade, 37-1/2 in. overall. Blade with scattered light rust, minor losses to gilt highlights on guard, some polished elements, leather scabbard with original brass mounts in fragile condition (in two pieces, leather fragile and brittle).