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This collectibleCharlie Ration Cookbookis a fascinating piece ofVietnam War era military history and soldier culture memorabilia. Created around the period of the 1960s Vietnam conflict by the McIlhenny Company, this vintage military cookbook provides a humorous and historical look atfield rations, combat meals, and life for American soldiers in the field. Notably, a small bottle of McIlhenny\'s Tobasco Sauce was included in every C-ration package.
Featuring the iconic“Charlie Ration” (C-Ration) military food system, this piece is a great addition for collectors of:
- Vietnam War memorabilia
- Military history collectibles
- US Army ephemera
- Cold War era artifacts
- Vintage cookbooks
- Soldier humor and military publications
- Field ration and C-ration history collections
The cover artwork and illustrations capture the unique humor and creativity of troops dealing withcombat rations and military life during the Vietnam era. A great conversation piece for veterans, historians, collectors, or anyone interested in20th century military culture.
These cookbooks were discovered in a storage are and have never been removed from their original envelopes, except for the one used to make the photographs for thislisting.
Please review photos carefully for condition details. This vintage item is sold as a collectible historical artifact. Mailed in a reinforced envelope to prevent damage during shipping.
