Overview
A lot of five original LIFE magazines spanning 1939 to 1969, with a pre-war Annapolis issue, a WWII USS Iowa cover, two 1959 issues and the 1969 Ted Kennedy issue. All five issues are complete. Four are in clear sleeves with backing boards.
The issues
1. June 12, 1939 - "Annapolis June Week," with a cover of Naval Academy midshipmen.
2. October 30, 1944 - "Newest U.S.S. Iowa," WWII battleship cover.
3. February 9, 1959 - "The Saucy MacLaines: Shirley and Daughter." Also: Florida's mail order land rush, and a new Lincoln find recalling his days in Springfield.
4. October 19, 1959 - Peking parade cover, "Peking's Mums and Missiles," and "An Old Iowa Hand Visits China."
5. August 1, 1969 - "The Fateful Turn for Ted Kennedy: Grave questions about his midnight car accident" (Chappaquiddick). Cover photo of Ted Kennedy in Hyannis Port.
Condition
Good vintage condition for their age. All issues are complete. Normal toning, light edge and spine wear. Some covers have original subscriber mailing labels. Please see all photos.
Dimensions & Weight
Approx. 14" x 10.5" each. Total weight approx. 3 lb 8 oz.
Shipping
Free standard shipping within the US, packed securely.
